Rahim Hirji

Rahim Hirji is a leading expert on future-readiness and an edtech pioneer, known for his unique ability to bridge traditional education with cutting-edge technology. With over 15 years of experience in edtech, Rahim has been involved in multiple realms of learning innovation, from traditional schooling to life-long education. Rahim is globally well known as a change maker and innovator in this space and is consulted by VC/PE houses, "big tech" as well as educational institutions.

In 2014, Rahim co-founded EtonX, a blended learning business that teaches essential soft skills to teenagers worldwide. Through the EtonX Future Skills Programme, originally launched in China, he developed educational frameworks and courses that helped pioneer future-focused skills like resilience, critical thinking, and problem-solving - courses that are now available for free to all students in the UK.

As a voluntary pursuit, Rahim also leads career guidance and life-long learning for the Aga Khan Education Board, the centralised function of the Ismaili religious community, a 15 million person diaspora, including across Europe and North America.

Rahim is also the author of 'Box of Amazing', a weekly missive sent to nearly 20,000 readers for the past eight years. 'Box of Amazing' explores future-focused and societal issues, from generative AI and blockchain to genomics and biohacking, making complex topics accessible and engaging for readers worldwide.

Rahim serves as an advisor to edtech startups, educational institutions, and corporate clients, helping them adapt and innovate in a fast-changing world. His passion for future-readiness and hands-on experience in upskilling people across contexts uniquely positions him to bring SuperSkills to life.