Aziz Elyaagoubi

I am deeply interested in mentoring because I believe that knowledge and experience gain their greatest value when shared to inspire and support others. Throughout my career, I have built strong expertise at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and smart cities, and I want to use this experience to empower the next generation of innovators.

As the founder of AccelCity, a startup focused on AI- and IoT-based smart mobility and parking management solutions, I have experienced first-hand the challenges of building a company from the ground up navigating the hurdles of fundraising, developing MVPs, forming government partnerships, and entering competitive markets. These lessons, gained through trial, persistence, and global networking, allow me to offer practical guidance to young entrepreneurs who are just starting out or who are scaling their ventures.

My interests and focus areas include smart cities, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, urban mobility, and sustainable development (SDG 11). I am also passionate about topics such as startup fundraising, international expansion, and building strong ecosystems through partnerships between governments, corporates, and startups.

Mentoring is also an opportunity for me to give back to the entrepreneurial ecosystem. By sharing insights on strategy, product development, and innovation management, I aim to help founders avoid common mistakes, accelerate their growth, and maximize their impact. At the same time, I see mentoring as a two-way exchange: while I share my journey, I also learn from the energy, creativity, and new perspectives of emerging entrepreneurs.

Ultimately, my goal as a mentor is to support founders in turning ideas into impactful solutions that contribute to smarter, more sustainable, and inclusive cities worldwide.

Am interested in mentoring because I strongly believe in sharing the knowledge and experience I’ve gained as a technology entrepreneur to support others in their journeys. Building AccelCity, a smart city startup, taught me valuable lessons in innovation, resilience, and scaling within complex ecosystems. Mentoring allows me to give back by guiding founders through challenges in areas such as AI, IoT, smart mobility, and sustainable urban development, while also helping them avoid common mistakes I faced. I am particularly motivated to support entrepreneurs working on impact-driven projects aligned with SDG 11, as I see the power of startups in shaping smarter and more sustainable cities. Beyond sharing expertise, mentoring also inspires me through the creativity and fresh perspectives of new entrepreneurs, creating a meaningful exchange that benefits both mentor and mentee.