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November 26, 2025

MINIBOSS OPENS FIRST LEARNING CENTRE in IRAQ

MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL OPENS FIRST OFFICIAL LICENSED LEARNING CENTRE IN IRAQ

Erbil Becomes the New Hub for Children’s Business Education in the Middle East

MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL, the world’s №1 franchise in business education for children and teenagers, has officially arrived in Iraq. The first licenced learning centre has opened its doors in Erbil, marking a historic step for the country and the wider Middle East region.

The franchise owner and visionary behind this launch is Mr. Mohammad S. Sardary, who brings to the project a deep commitment to youth development, innovation, and the economic future of Iraq.

A New Chapter for Iraq: From Challenges to Opportunities

For many years, Iraq has been associated primarily with political and economic challenges. Yet beneath the headlines lies a young, ambitious generation, eager for knowledge, stability, and meaningful opportunities.

By opening an official MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL Learning Centre in Erbil, Mr. Sardary and his team are sending a clear message:

“The future of Iraq is being built by our children today – and they deserve world-class business education, not only in school subjects, but in real-life skills: entrepreneurship, leadership, creativity and social responsibility.”

Erbil, as a rapidly developing city and strategic economic hub of the region, is the ideal place for such a step. The new MINIBOSS centre will become a platform where children and teenagers learn how to think like entrepreneurs, solve problems creatively, and build projects that can transform their communities.

About MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL

MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL is an international educational franchise headquartered in Europe, operating on several continents and in dozens of countries. It offers a unique system of business education for children aged 6–17, based on:

Practical entrepreneurship – students create their own startups;
Leadership development – through projects, teamwork, and public speaking;
Creative and critical thinking – solving real business and social cases;
Emotional and social intelligence – learning to work in teams, negotiate, and manage conflict;
Global mindset – connection to an international network of young entrepreneurs and participation in global competitions like the Startup World Cup Championship.

The curriculum is not just about “how to make money”. It is about how to become a responsible, ethical and innovative leader who creates value for society and the economy.

Erbil Centre: A Bridge Between Global Standards and Local Values

The new MINIBOSS centre in Erbil is built as a modern, child-friendly learning space, where education is active, engaging, and project-based. Each student is treated not simply as a pupil, but as a young entrepreneur in development.

Key features of the Erbil MINIBOSS Learning Centre:

Age-specific programmes for children and teenagers from 6 to 17 years old;
Weekend and after-school formats, convenient for families and regular schooling schedules;
Practical startup projects where students create real business or social initiatives;
Annual participation in international forums and championships, representing Iraq on the global stage;
English-based and bilingual education options, helping students develop both business and language skills.

As Mr. Sardary notes,
“Our goal is not to copy other countries, but to give Iraqi children access to global standards while respecting our culture, values and local realities. We want them to be competitive in the world, but deeply rooted in their identity.”

The Vision of Franchise Owner Mohammad S. Sardary

Behind every strong educational project stands a person with vision. In Erbil, that person is Mohammad S. Sardary – entrepreneur, leader, and now the official franchise owner of MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL in Iraq.

His decision to open a MINIBOSS centre was driven by three key convictions:

Education must go beyond school subjects
Children need to learn how to think independently, make decisions, and take responsibility for their lives.
Iraq has enormous youth potential
With the right mentorship and opportunities, Iraqi children and teenagers can become owners of businesses, founders of startups, and creators of social change.
Global networks matter
By connecting Iraqi students to a global ecosystem of young entrepreneurs, mentors and experts, we open doors that were previously unavailable.

In his words:
“I want to see Iraqi children on international stages — presenting their own startups, winning global competitions, and proving that our country is not only a place of challenges, but also a source of talent, innovation and success.”

Why Business Education for Children Matters Now

Opening a business school for children in Erbil is not just a commercial project; it is a strategic investment into the future of the country.

MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL helps children:

Develop an entrepreneurial mindset – seeing opportunities, not just problems;
Gain confidence – presenting their ideas, pitching projects, defending their opinions;
Learn teamwork – building projects with classmates, dividing roles, managing time and responsibility;
Understand money and economics – basics of finance, budgeting, cost, profit, and value creation;
Act ethically – learning that success must be linked to honesty, respect and social responsibility.

This type of education is particularly important in countries like Iraq, where the next generation will play a key role in rebuilding and transforming the economy.

International Opportunities for Iraqi Students

By joining MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL in Erbil, students and their families receive access not only to local training, but also to the global MINIBOSS & BIGBOSS ecosystem, which includes:

Startup World Cup Championship – an international competition where children and teenagers present their real startups before a global jury.
International business forums and summer camps – where young entrepreneurs from different countries learn, network and launch joint projects.
Recognition and awards – diplomas, medals and certificates that strengthen students’ portfolios for future universities, scholarships and careers.

For many children, participation in MINIBOSS becomes their first international experience – a chance to travel, present ideas, meet friends from other cultures and realise: “The world is bigger than my city, and I have a place in it.”

Message from the International MINIBOSS Headquarters

The opening of the Erbil centre is also a significant milestone for the MINIBOSS international network.

A Founder of the International Business Academy Consortium, Dr Olga Azarova (the global franchiser of MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL), commented:
“We are proud to welcome Iraq into the international MINIBOSS family. We believe that the Erbil centre under the leadership of Mr. Sardary will become a model of quality, innovation and care for the next generation. Our mission is to develop young leaders in every country of the world, and today Iraq is officially part of this powerful global mission.”

A New Place of Power for Families in Erbil

For parents in Erbil and across Iraq, the MINIBOSS centre offers more than just another extracurricular activity. It is:

A safe and inspiring environment where children are respected, heard and encouraged;
A place where school knowledge is connected to real life;
A community of like-minded families who believe in education, development and long-term vision.

Workshops, open days, parent meetings and public events will help create a broad community around the school, uniting teachers, parents, entrepreneurs and partners.

Call to Action: The Future Starts Early

The opening of the first official licenced MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL Learning Centre in Erbil is a beginning – not an end. It is a starting point for hundreds and, in time, thousands of children who will gain tools for life, not just for exams.

Families in Erbil and across the region are invited to:

Visit the centre,
Meet the team,
Learn about the programmes,
And, most importantly, give their children the chance to discover their potential as future entrepreneurs and leaders.

Because the question is no longer “Can Iraqi children succeed in business and innovation?”

The real question is: “Are we ready to give them the right environment and programme to do so?”

With the opening of MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL in Erbil under the leadership of Mohammad S. Sardary, the answer is becoming clear: Yes, we are. And it starts now.

UN SDGs GOLD MEDAL WINNERS 2025, Startup World Cup Championship, Maldives

UN SDGs GOLD MEDAL WINNERS 2025

Startup World Cup Championship, 7–15 July 2025, Maldives

In July 2025, under the bright Maldivian sun and surrounded by the vast Indian Ocean, the 25th anniversary Startup World Cup Championship brought together young entrepreneurs from 35 countries. This global celebration of youth entrepreneurship is not only about business success – it is also about responsibility for the planet and humanity.

That is why, in addition to traditional awards, the Championship introduced a special honour: the UN SDGs Gold Medals – distinctions for teams whose projects best contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the spirit of global partnership.

These medals highlight young teams that dared to look beyond profit and asked a deeper question:
“How can our startup improve the world?”

Below are the 2025 UN SDGs Gold Medal Winners – projects that prove: the next generation is ready not only to dream, but also to act.

No Poverty Medal – Business Discoveries (Turkmenistan)

Goal: No Poverty

Business Discoveries from Turkmenistan was honoured for its work on economic inclusion. Their concept focuses on giving young people and low-income families access to entrepreneurial tools, simple financial education and practical opportunities to launch micro-businesses.

Through workshops, digital tools and mentoring, Business Discoveries helps people turn ideas into income, promoting dignity, self-reliance and long-term economic stability.

No Hunger Medal – Danger Escape (South Africa)

Goal: Zero Hunger

The team Danger Escape from South Africa approached the topic of hunger from an unexpected angle – combining safety, logistics and access to food. Their project helps vulnerable communities better navigate crises (natural, social, or economic) and maintain stable access to basic resources, including food.

By raising awareness, building local response systems and supporting community resilience, they are contributing to a world where fewer people are left without a meal in times of danger.

Good Health and Well-Being Medal – Magic Notebook (Slovakia)

Goal: Good Health and Well-Being

The Slovak team Magic Notebook created more than just a product – they created a tool for emotional and mental health. Their “magical” notebook concept helps children and teenagers track their mood, manage stress, and express thoughts in a structured and safe way.

By combining journaling, simple psychology and gamification, Magic Notebook supports mental well-being – an area that has become particularly important in the modern world.

Quality Education Medal – Flash Cards (Turkmenistan)

Goal: Quality Education

Education is the foundation of all sustainable development, and Flash Cards from Turkmenistan was recognised for its innovative approach to learning. Their project turns complex subjects into accessible, visual and interactive flash cards – both physical and digital.

From languages and mathematics to entrepreneurship and financial literacy, Flash Cards makes education more engaging, inclusive and effective for different age groups and backgrounds.

Gender Equality Medal – The African Luxury Experience (South Africa)

Goal: Gender Equality

The African Luxury Experience from South Africa shows that luxury and social justice can go hand in hand. Their project highlights, supports and promotes women-led brands, artisans and creators across Africa, giving them visibility in the premium segment.

By strengthening women’s economic independence and leadership, the team promotes real gender equality in business – not as a slogan, but as a business model.

Clean Water and Sanitation Medal – Super Hero Cards (Azerbaijan)

Goal: Clean Water and Sanitation

The Azerbaijani team Super Hero Cards uses the power of storytelling to address the very real problem of water and hygiene. Their educational card sets present “superheroes of cleanliness” who teach children about safe water use, handwashing and hygiene habits.

This fun and visual format helps change behaviour from an early age, reducing the risk of disease and strengthening community health.

Affordable and Clean Energy Medal – Onecup (Azerbaijan)

Goal: Affordable and Clean Energy

Energy can be simple, practical and sustainable – that is the idea behind Onecup from Azerbaijan. Their project is built around compact, accessible solutions that help families and small businesses use energy more efficiently or access alternative sources.

By making clean energy more affordable and understandable, Onecup contributes to a future where energy is not a luxury, but a basic and sustainable resource for all.

Decent Work and Economic Growth Medal – Parfums Slaaay (Ukraine)

Goal: Decent Work and Economic Growth

Parfums Slaaay from Ukraine is more than just a brand – it is a statement that youth business can be stylish, ethical and growth-oriented. The team built a startup that not only sells a product, but also creates jobs and promotes a culture of quality, responsibility and self-expression.

Their project shows young people that they can build their own economic future with dignity, creativity and respect for others.

Industrialization, Innovation and Infrastructure Medal – Aura Media Group (South Africa)

Goal: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

The South African team Aura Media Group works at the intersection of media, technology and infrastructure. Their project helps businesses and communities build modern digital communication platforms, increasing access to information, education and services.

By strengthening digital infrastructure and supporting innovation, Aura Media Group contributes to more inclusive and modern economies.

Reducing Inequality Medal – Wanderlume (Kazakhstan)

Goal: Reduced Inequalities

Wanderlume from Kazakhstan focuses on inclusion and equal opportunities. Their startup helps people from different regions, backgrounds or social groups access educational and cultural experiences that would otherwise be out of reach.

By “illuminating” hidden talents and connecting people beyond borders, Wanderlume works to ensure that birthplace or status does not limit a person’s potential.

Sustainable Cities and Communities Medal – Fluffier (Ukraine)

Goal: Sustainable Cities and Communities

Urban life can be more humane, eco-friendly and comfortable – this is the vision behind Fluffier from Ukraine. Their project brings warmth and care into urban communities, whether through responsible products for pets, public awareness campaigns, or community-building initiatives.

By focusing on empathy and responsibility in everyday urban life, Fluffier supports safer, kinder and more connected cities.

Responsible Consumption and Production Medal – Sitzy (Malaysia)

Goal: Responsible Consumption and Production

The Malaysian startup Sitzy was awarded for promoting smart, responsible use of resources. Their concept encourages people to consume more consciously – whether it’s furniture, interior items, or everyday products – and to choose sustainable, long-lasting and ethical alternatives.

By making responsibility stylish and attractive, Sitzy helps change our relationship with things and waste.

Fighting Climate Change Medal – Brain Games (Turkmenistan)

Goal: Climate Action

Brain Games from Turkmenistan proves that climate education can be engaging and interactive. Their project uses games and intellectual challenges to teach children and teenagers about climate issues, carbon footprint, renewable energy and ecological behaviour.

By turning climate science into a fascinating game, they nurture a generation that understands both the risks and the solutions.

Preservation of Marine Ecosystems Medal – Multimylius (Kazakhstan)

Goal: Life Below Water

Kazakhstan may be a landlocked country, but Multimylius shows that caring for the oceans is everyone’s responsibility. Their project focuses on the global problem of plastic pollution, marine ecosystems and biodiversity, using education, campaigns and creative tools to raise awareness.

They remind us that what we do on land – in any country – eventually affects the seas and oceans of the planet.

Preservation of Terrestrial Ecosystems Medal – Miaumiau Cafe (Ukraine)

Goal: Life on Land

Miaumiau Cafe from Ukraine unites love for animals, social entrepreneurship and environmental awareness. Their concept supports responsible pet adoption, animal care and respect for life in all its forms.

By creating a space where people and animals meet in a caring environment, Miaumiau Cafe teaches kindness and responsibility for those who share our planet.

Peace, Justice and Effective Institutions Medal – Fruberry (Turkmenistan)

Goal: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

The Turkmen team Fruberry received recognition for promoting fairness, transparency and ethics in business and community life. Whether through educational initiatives, fair trade principles or community projects, Fruberry demonstrates that true success cannot be built without justice and trust.

Their work supports the idea that strong institutions begin with strong values – even at the level of a youth startup.

Partnership for Sustainable Development Medal – StoryBites (Azerbaijan)

Goal: Partnerships for the Goals

At the heart of the UN SDGs lies the idea of partnership – and StoryBites from Azerbaijan embodies this perfectly. Their project connects people, organisations and ideas across borders through storytelling, joint campaigns and collaborative initiatives.

By helping different actors understand each other and work together, StoryBites becomes a living example of how sustainable development is only possible when we unite.

A Generation That Thinks in SDGs

The UN SDGs Gold Medal Winners 2025 are not just a list of projects – they are a map of global hope. From Turkmenistan to South Africa, from Slovakia to Malaysia, from Ukraine to Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan, young teams are already weaving sustainable development principles into their business models.

The Startup World Cup Championship 2025 in the Maldives has shown:

Youth understands global problems,
Youth already has concrete solutions,
And youth is ready to take responsibility for the future.

These medals are not the end of the journey, but only the beginning. The world will undoubtedly hear more about Business Discoveries, Danger Escape, Magic Notebook, Flash Cards, The African Luxury Experience, Super Hero Cards, Onecup, Parfums Slaaay, Aura Media Group, Wanderlume, Fluffier, Sitzy, Brain Games, Multimylius, Miaumiau Cafe, Fruberry, and StoryBites. #StartupWorldCupChampionship #MiniBossGlobal

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WINNERS 2025: Startup World Cup Championship

WINNERS 2025: Startup World Cup Championship, 7–15 July 2025, Maldives

In July 2025, the picturesque Maldives transformed into a global hub of innovation, hosting the 25th anniversary Startup World Cup Championship for children and youth. Against the backdrop of turquoise waters and white sands, young entrepreneurs from 35 countries came together not just to compete, but to co-create the future.

Over several intense and inspiring days, teams presented business and social startups that reflected the true mindset of a new generation: bold, responsible, and deeply aware of global challenges. The Championship became a celebration of ideas, innovation and leadership, proving once again that age is no barrier to impact.

An international jury of business leaders and experts noted the remarkable maturity of thinking among the participants. Young founders demonstrated not only creativity but also the ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions, defend their ideas, and think strategically about scalability and sustainability. Their projects ranged from commercial ventures to social enterprises tackling issues such as inclusion, environmental protection, technology for good, and community support.

Winners of the Startup World Cup Championship 2025

🏆 COMMERCIAL STARTUPS

MINIBOSS Age League (SIFE)

In the junior commercial league, teams showed that children and teenagers can think like real business leaders: calculating risks, understanding markets, and building value for their clients and communities.

1st Place – Fun Charmz (Australia)
A bright and dynamic team from Australia impressed the jury with their clear concept, structured business model, and powerful team spirit. Fun Charmz showed how creativity, design and entrepreneurship can come together in a way that speaks to their generation.

2nd Place – Locate Me (Taiwan)
The team from Taiwan stood out with a project that reflected a strong sense of practicality and relevance. Their startup demonstrated how technology can respond to everyday needs and improve people’s lives in simple, accessible ways.

3rd Place – Young Traders & K&K (Ukraine)
Two Ukrainian teams joined forces in a powerful collaboration, showing confidence, resilience and strategic thinking. Their project showcased the entrepreneurial potential of youth even in times of global uncertainty.

SOCIAL STARTUPS

MINIBOSS Age League (SAGE)

In the social league, the focus shifted from profit to purpose. These teams proved that business can and should be a tool for positive change.

1st Place – Choco Pleasure (Ukraine)
Choco Pleasure charmed both hearts and minds. The team from Ukraine combined social sensitivity with entrepreneurial discipline, reminding everyone that even simple products can carry deep meaning and impact.

2nd Place – Paw Pal (Azerbaijan)
The Azerbaijani team showed compassion in action. Their startup reflected care for those who cannot speak for themselves, and highlighted how young entrepreneurs can promote a culture of kindness and responsibility.

3rd Place – Bouncy Paws (Australia)
Bouncy Paws from Australia brought energy, optimism and a playful spirit to social entrepreneurship, proving that important messages can be delivered through engaging, youth-friendly concepts.

COMMERCIAL STARTUPS

BIGBOSS Age League (SIFE)

In the senior commercial league, participants demonstrated a higher level of strategic vision, financial planning and market analysis – already thinking like adult founders and CEOs.

1st Place – AvatArt (United Kingdom)
The UK team, AvatArt, took first place with a project that united creativity, technology and business thinking. Their performance reflected a strong understanding of modern trends and the digital future.

2nd Place – Tudana (Turkmenistan)
Tudana showed the power of a clear concept and disciplined execution. The team from Turkmenistan impressed the jury with their structured approach and potential for growth beyond their home market.

3rd Place – PhotoLIBRO (Turkmenistan)
Also representing Turkmenistan, PhotoLIBRO demonstrated how passion, systematic work and a well-designed product can create a real competitive advantage in the global arena.

A New Generation of Global Leaders

The Startup World Cup Championship 2025 in the Maldives will be remembered not only for its winners, but for its atmosphere of friendship, mutual support and international cooperation. Participants left the Championship with more than trophies and diplomas:

They gained new partners and friends from different continents,
Received feedback from international experts,
and most importantly, strengthened their belief that their ideas matter.

These young entrepreneurs are not “leaders of tomorrow” – they are leaders of today, already creating value in their communities and shaping a more innovative, responsible and compassionate world.

The 25th anniversary Championship has set a new standard for youth entrepreneurship, and the names of the winners of 2025 will undoubtedly appear again in future global rankings, forums and success stories.

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