ABOUT US
Read about the Millennials
Take a look at the people behind Millennial Mental Wellbeing.
OUR STORY
Millennial Mental Wellbeing is a For Impact
start-up founded for Millennials, by Millennials.
Our generation is living in a new reality; experiencing an increasingly connected world where we are online 24/7, making excessive use of social media, and dealing with always-on workplace cultures. This brings new challenges to our mental wellbeing.
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Constantly connected on the outside, but often lonely on the inside, Millennials are trying to take advantage of this new reality, but often end up overwhelmed with overflowing amounts of information. Addicted to the feeling of instant gratification that comes with unlimited scrolling and mobile applications, and constantly comparing ourselves to our peers and their supposedly perfect lives on social media.
As a generation, we realized that there are no tools out there that can help us cope. We noticed that even though we spend most of our time at work, most workplaces don't have a concrete conversation or support system that caters to our mental wellbeing. It turned out to be a taboo. Almost as if struggling and being human meant to be weak and incompetent!
As a for Impact start-up, we are dedicated professionals volunteering from all over the world, united by a common vision. Currently, we are working on delivering a holistic approach with a solution tailored to the needs of Millennials. Our motto is For Millennials, By Millennials, because we decided to find a solution to our very own problem. We want to reshape the workplaces and help our generation overcome the taboo of mental wellbeing.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BJØRN SKOU EILERTSEN
Interim CxO & Strategic Advisor
Bjørn Skou Eilertsen brings a strong entrepreneurial background from the IT industry having fulfilled key roles at a series of startups as well as product management, marketing and sales roles with both IBM and Microsoft.
Prior to joining Milestone, Bjørn was heading up the EMEA product management and sales operations for the Microsoft CRM business.
METTE NØRR GANTZHORN
Business Owner, Humanicity
Mette Nørr Gantzhorn is a business owner of the company Humanicity, a business psychologist and expert within the areas of diversity, inclusion, psychological safety and mental well-being.
She has worked in big corporation as Novo Nordisk and Ørsted, heading up senior leadership positions, the latest as Global head for Diversity, Inclusion and Well-Being at Ørsted.
Mette lives in Frederiksberg with her family and has both lived and worked abroad, mainly in Europe.
IMRAN RASHID
Medical Doctor & MedTech Entrepreneur
Imran Rashid is a doctor, author and a speaker, but mostly just interested in the best life for all. His goals contribute to a world where humans use technology to become better humans without becoming negatively affected in the process.
To create a higher consciousness between deliberate and purposeful usage of technology and subconscious and impulsive usage of technology. To uncover and spread the word of the possible harmful consequences by the uncritical usage of technology.
AMBASSADORS
VAN ANH TRAN-SCHWARTZMANN
Senior Development Manager, Nets Group
As a leader of Millennials, Van Anh believes it’s her obligation to understand how this new workforce that has entered the job market think and act to create the best conditions for them to thrive and perform.
As a mother of two Gen Zs, it’s her mission to provide them with great self-esteem, so they’ll grow up as strong and self-confident individuals to face life.
Her work with Millennial Mental Wellbeing is therefore dear to her heart both professionally and personally.
PIA SKOU EILERTSEN
Riemann Law & Technology Laywer
Being part of generation X, Pia always learned that her achievements were most important. She's come to realize, though, that personal relationships and wellbeing are the key drivers for any decision in her life. Without it, she is not able to achieve anything.
TIMEA BIANCA TYUKODI
Manager, Deloitte
Timea is a Denmark-based international Millennial, navigating the high-paced environment of global corporations.
With a constant focus on her physical and mental wellbeing, she is continuously advocating the importance of talking about and supporting initiatives around mental health.
It’s a journey for everyone - and we are in this together!
SURAJ SINGH
Marketing Manager, Maccaron
Suraj is a Marketing Manager at Balbix, a cybersecurity company based in San Jose, California.
He's also an opinion leader at the HBR Ascend community. Suraj is passionate about consumer behavior and data and possesses the right amounts of intellectual curiosity and interest in how the world works.
He's more clinical and less judgmental about people and emotions, and one of the very first people who volunteered for MMH to increase awareness on Millennial's mental health.
MEET THE MILLENNIALS TEAM
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SUBHI IRSHED
Founder & Executive Director
Goofy at heart, determined, ambitious and like to think of myself as a funny fella, people tend to disapprove. Love a good sweat even if it means I will see the world upside down. #handstand
DIMITRA SOTIRAKI
Strategic Fundraiser & Project Manager
A weird blend of passion, daily efforts to discover new things, and an unreasonable love for Doctor Who is what makes this unicorn shine.
TARUN SINGH RATHORE
Senior Graphic Designer
An accomplished graphic and UI/UX designer with extensive experience and proven ability to solve both technical and design challenges. Provides efficient delivery of comprehensive design programs. Conceives branding and strategy programs that redefine a company's identity and improve performance.
CARLA LEIVA
Digital Product Designer | UI/UX
As I keep evolving my journey in Tokyo, I have asked myself how I could support those who seek help but many times fail to get it in a country like Japan. Sometimes is hard to find companies where you as a person can resonate or relate with their values or purpose and I love to dedicate my labor and time to work for organizations that care about people and have a strong mission!
VRUNDA CHAUK
Content writer & Psychologist
I like reading and travelling. I hate small talk. Let's grab a coffee and tell me your story.
YAMEEN IRTEZA
UI/ UX Designer & Graphic Design
I believe in surrounding yourselves with better individuals to grow as a better person because learning never ends. Love travelling, music, sports, to be inspired by people and to portray the love I have for design in people's eyes.
IMAD FAROOQUI
Counseling Psychologist
As a mental health advocate, I believe in "One Welfare": we are everyone and everything around us. And to create momentum, we all have to be us, not they and them.
MARGARITA RIOS RIBERA
Counseling Psychologist
In love with cozy rainy days and spring blooms. Huge music fan (bring back the oldies) and tea expert. I believe in people and their goodwill to make the world a better place to live in.
SELIN DONMEZ
Art Director
Selin Dönmez is an art director from Istanbul. She is interested in typography, doodling, watching funny videos on loop. And she loves to be part of volunteer works! She was part of Civic Involvement Projects at Sabancı University for five years.
CONSTANCE
People & Culture Manager
Human Resources generalist particularly focused on Tech Talent Acquisition, passionate about promoting employer brand and employee value proposition that answers the question, why would a talented person want to work for our organization even in an increasingly competitive talent marketplace.
Based in Nigeria with a global mindset.
MATILDE BALLABIO
Head of Strategic Project
With a strong passion for diversity and inclusion, have made it my mission to foster a more inclusive workplace. I also have a keen interest in mental well-being, recognizing the importance of nurturing a healthy work environment.
SEBASTIAN VESTERGAARD GULDAGER
Associate Mental Health Expert
I am a health advocate in my professional as well as personal life. My professional experience spans across stress and well-being research, suicide prevention counseling, youth mentoring, and in my private life I am a gym rat and championing the idea of collectively creating a language for the difficulties in life.
Director of Wellbeing Training
Corporate wellbeing expert, trainer & embodiment coach with a background in health & medical psychology and business economics. She loves attending, designing and delivering workshops. In her free time, you can probably find her having a conversation about holistic wellbeing or the meaning of life.
OKENLA ABDUL BASIT
Junior Backend Software Engineer
I love watching football and playing video games. I support Manchester United even if it might not be good for my own health sometimes. I also love my cat.
NOUR EL HOUDA ZINE EL ABIDINE
IT Research & Development Manager
Every couple of months I have a new hobby, now I'm into sewing. I love sending memes of crying cats and puppies to my friends and laugh too much about them.
ARASH SOLGI
Data Scientist
I love reading books, running every day, watching TV and going out with my crazy dog, he makes me absolutely nuts but I love him regardless.
CHIARA BOURONCLE
Clinical Psychologist
Always on the move by using my body and arts as a way of expression and connection. Love dancing, the ocean, biking, cooking without recipes, listening to people and coffee.
KRISTIAN PEDERSEN
Project Manager
A young Data Science student based in Copenhagen who brings a lot of experience from previous mental health-based initiatives. He has a passion for data-driven approaches to both software and personal / people development and empowerment.
SOFIA PLAKANDARA
Researcher
Driven by change and new things to learn. Passionate about emotionally deep conversations and how we can collectively better our lives. I love to be a listener, please tell me your life story!
POLA KOBA
Mental Health Expert
I am a 24-year-old psychologist and tutor. I believe that talking about mental health is not just a matter of importance - it’s a necessity, and no one should stand and struggle alone. Joining MMW has given me a great opportunity to spread that awareness in a multicultural environment, as well as to share my passions with others.
JYOTISHREE MOHANTY
Social Media Manager
When I am not strategizing & planning digital campaigns, I find my happy place in reading books and scouring the internet for interesting baking recipes to try my hands on.
SADIA BEG
Workshop designer & Facilitator
Emotional intelligence coach with passion for human development in any shape and form. I design, develop and facilitate Leadership development and employee engagement programs for organizations. I love yoga as a tool to stretch my own boundaries. As a wandering soul, I find peace in nature and experiencing new cultures, thus in love with travelling!
Ambassadorship Program Manager
Have a strong interest in physical and mental well being. I was a trained dancer, completed a degree in Global Nutrition and Health, and continuing my education by taking my masters in psychology. Supported multiple NGOs both in Denmark as well as abroad, and currently working at one of the biggest companies in DK where I take care of overall wellbeing of employees. Love being active in my free time especially playing tennis or practicing yoga.