DMUK Students Empowered by Guest Lecture from Innovator and Harvard Business School Alumna Umaimah Mendhro

On October 17, 2024, students at De Montfort University Kazakhstan (DMUK) had the exceptional opportunity to attend an inspiring guest lecture by Umaimah Mendhro, Founder and President of One League and VIDA, and a Harvard Business School alumna. The lecture, titled “Turning Challenges into Leadership Opportunities: Making a Big Impact from Wherever You Are,” provided invaluable insights into leadership, innovation, and social impact. 

Umaimah shared her entrepreneurial journey, highlighting how challenges, when approached with the right mindset, can fuel innovation and personal development. As the leader of two global organizations, she demonstrated how resilience and a proactive attitude can drive meaningful outcomes. 

A key part of Umaimah’s talk focused on the visibility of talent from the Global South in the international arena. She emphasized the importance of representation and inclusion, sharing how her initiatives actively work to connect underrepresented regions with global opportunities. Her insights encouraged a deeper understanding of how students from diverse backgrounds can break through barriers and achieve success in international spaces. 

During the interactive Q&A session, students engaged directly with Umaimah, seeking her advice on navigating entrepreneurship, overcoming personal challenges, and building successful careers. Her responses were insightful and motivating, empowering students to view challenges as pathways to growth and pursue their goals with purpose and determination. 

DMUK is grateful to Umaimah Mendhro for sharing her expertise and inspiring our students. Her visit reflects the university’s ongoing commitment to connecting students with influential global leaders and equipping them with the tools to drive change. 

Stay tuned for more exciting guest lectures and opportunities at DMUK!