Nathaniel Diong is the founder & CEO of Future Minds Network, an award-winning social enterprise. Since 2018, Future Minds has equipped 13,000 young people with innovation & future-ready education, enabling them to create their own businesses & transition into innovation jobs in tech, climate and gig economy. Alumni have started pioneering 3D-printing businesses, advanced software applications and charities supporting 10,000 elderly residents.

Beyond youth, they empower the world’s leading companies to nurture Gen Z workforce, navigating intergenerational gaps and the future of work in over 11 countries.

His impactful work has been featured by international media, including SBS World News, the Star, China Daily, and the Australian, as well as the Royal Palace. He has been recognised on Forbes 30 Under 30, named a finalist for Commonwealth Young Person of the Year, as well as Young Australian of the Year.