Film producer, trailblazing educator & Founder & CEO
OWN Academy
Natalie Chan is a trailblazing educator, engineer, film producer, and entrepreneur shaping the future of learning for the AI-powered era. With a Master’s Degree in Education specializing in Designing Powerful Learning Environments, she is leading a global shift toward a more dynamic and real-world approach to education.
As the Founder and CEO of OWN Academy, Natalie focuses on equipping young people with the transferable skills essential for success in today’s rapid technological change. By transforming industry leaders into educators and designing immersive, hands-on learning experiences, OWN Academy prepares students not just for work—but for lifelong adaptability, character development, and a purpose-driven life.
Natalie’s life mission is to build a global education model that doesn’t just inform—but empowers, transforms, and future-proofs the next generation.
Recognized for her impact on the global stage, Natalie represented Asian youth at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in 2019 and was named a Cartier Women’s Initiative Fellow in 2021.