Nathaniel Diong is the founder and CEO of Future Minds Network, an award-winning social enterprise empowering young people with the technological, entrepreneurial, and innovation skills to thrive in the future economy. Since 2018, Nathaniel and his team have equipped over 13,000 young people to launch businesses, develop life-changing solutions, and pursue careers with purpose.
Under his leadership, alumni have 3D-printed life-saving equipment during COVID, built software to strengthen communities, and founded charities supporting more than 10,000 elderly residents. Their work has been recognized by SBS World News, China Daily, The Australian, and even acknowledged by the Royal Palace.
Nathaniel has been named to the Forbes 30 Under 30, was a Commonwealth Young Person of the Year finalist, and a Young Australian of the Year finalist, and has received the Pride of Australia Medal. An internationally-acclaimed speaker, he has shared his expertise in the future of work in over 11 countries, including at TEDx, Forbes, UN Climate Change Conferences, and the Royal Palace, alongside numerous global media platforms.