{"id":22086,"date":"2023-11-27T21:00:43","date_gmt":"2023-11-27T15:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bbf.digital\/new\/?p=22086"},"modified":"2023-11-27T21:00:43","modified_gmt":"2023-11-27T15:00:43","slug":"lead-academy-selected-for-prestigious-stanford-seed-transformation-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bbf.digital\/new\/lead-academy-selected-for-prestigious-stanford-seed-transformation-program","title":{"rendered":"LEAD Academy Selected for Prestigious Stanford Seed Transformation Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>LEAD Academy, a renowned ed-tech startup in Bangladesh, has successfully secured a coveted spot in the distinguished Stanford Seed Transformation Program, Class of 2024, as the only ed-tech platform in this region. This significant achievement positions LEAD Academy to further its commitment to fostering business excellence and transformative leadership in the region to new levels.<\/p>\n<p>The Stanford Seed Transformation Program, renowned for its world-class curriculum and innovative insights from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, is tailored for CEOs and founders of established businesses in Africa and South Asia. A comprehensive 10-month program, it aims to equip participants with the skills, tools, and mindset necessary for business growth and scaling, all while fostering a robust peer-to-peer support network.<\/p>\n<p>What distinguishes LEAD Academy in its field is being the first and only Bangladeshi online learning platform offering both local and internationally accredited certifications, showcasing a commitment to prestigious recognition and cutting-edge education.<\/p>\n<p>The selection of LEAD Academy in the Stanford Seed Transformation Program signifies a notable milestone in its journey, emphasizing the institution&#8217;s dedication to excellence in education and business development.<\/p>\n<p>Ashfaq Zaman, the Founder of LEAD Academy, expressed: &#8220;We are thrilled to have been chosen for the Stanford Seed Transformation Program. It is a remarkable opportunity to further elevate the impact of LEAD Academy. Personally, I am excited to learn from the best of the best because as we all know Stanford has the best minds in business.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Expressing his thoughts on the news, LEAD Academy\u2019s instructor, Rubaiyat Shaimom Chowdhury, who is also an Assistant Professor at Bangladesh University, stated, \u201cAs a professor, I know there is an Academia-Skill gap in Bangladesh, and LEAD Academy is a crucial platform to mitigate this gap. I am happy that LEAD Academy got selected for the STP Program, and this program will help LEAD Academy propel its journey in mitigating the gap with cutting-edge education.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, S.M. Arifuzzaman, LEAD Academy\u2019s another respected Instructor, who is also the Head of the School of Business at the Canadian University of Bangladesh, expressed, &#8220;In a short time, LEAD Academy has made a remarkable presence in the ed-tech landscape of Bangladesh. I strongly believe that LEAD Academy will lead the way forward for shaping the future of education in Bangladesh based on this prestigious program&#8217;s values &amp; thought leadership.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The collaboration between LEAD Academy and the Stanford Seed Transformation Program is anticipated to have a significant impact on the landscape of leadership and business development in Bangladesh. 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