Hunaid Hakam

Hunaid (Ned) Hakam is a seasoned entrepreneur, YPO Board Member and investor with a proven track record of building and scaling businesses across EdTech, e-commerce, and healthcare education through innovative technological interventions and strategic M&A.As CEO of Learntastic, which is now 1MN+ strong, Ned is revolutionizing professional development through world-class, tech-driven continuing education programs that enable individuals & businesses to upskill & grow.Before launching Learntastic, Ned founded and scaled several successful ventures including American Healthcare Academy, UmbrellaFund and CoolGlow.Ned is also a member of Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) which enables him to leverage a global network of CEOs to refine his leadership skills & contribute to the community.When he's not building & growing businesses, Hunaid can be found defying gravity – he holds a Private Pilot License and maintains that navigating business challenges and small aircraft share surprising similarities (though only one typically involves turbulence as a good thing). His adventures extend to scuba diving, skydiving, and motorsports – apparently, sitting still isn't in his DNA. Music has been a constant in Hunaid’s life—he plays by ear and often mixes in total darkness to unwind. A traveler at heart, he has explored 65+ countries, lived in China and Tajikistan, and embraces the challenge of unfamiliar environments.Ned is deeply committed to giving back and has volunteered with AKDN since childhood, serving in Tajikistan, Portugal, and Dubai. He has led as Chairman of the Grants & Review Board and has been mentoring young professionals for over a decade. Welcomes discussions on M&A, EdTech innovations, and operational strategies for sustainable growth.