Startup supporting young entrepreneurs

The Chinese word for "crisis" consists of two characters: danger and opportunity. These two ideas inspired Saman Pouyanmehr to create an international startup to help young people start their own business endeavors.

A graduate of Beijing's University of International Business and Economics, Pouyanmehr started the Global Foundation of Young Entrepreneurs based on his vision for creative business and experimental education. Now in its second year, the startup employs young professionals from 22 countries.

"Before I started GFYE, there was a lack of support for the international community or Chinese citizens who wanted to work in startups. GFYE has contributed great efforts to cultivate this ecosystem in China," Pouyanmehr said.