MC² Works + LabsOctober 24–25, 2026. East Windsor, New Jersey. Ages 7 and up.
The future isn't coming. It's being built right now. The MC² Princeton Summit puts youth, students, founders and professionals in one building for two days of making, with ihsan, suhba-led mentorship, Rihla lightning talks and live team pitches.
In partnership with professors from Princeton University.
2 days to build5 competition tracks1 community launchpad– days to go
No polished pitch required. Hear from Muslim founders in real fields, then turn a problem that matters into a working product you can show.
Find a real problem worth solving and form the right team around it.
Hear short, practical Rihla talks from Muslim founders working in real fields.
Make a working product with focus, creativity and ihsan.
Test, improve and keep building alongside experienced mentors.
Show what you built, and leave with something real.
Be part of our invention marathon. Two days at the Summit to team up, build something that works and demo it live.
160+ youth and 19+ mentors took part in our December 2025 Youth Entrepreneurship Bootcamp, where teams learned, made, solved and presented together.
Teams compete and pitch in age-aligned divisions, with mentors helping every group get from possibility to presentation.
Learn from leaders in investing, technology, education, medicine, entrepreneurship and public service.
CEO, OneWell
Investor and entrepreneur with leadership experience spanning Princeton's endowment, global private equity and values-aligned wealth management.
CTO, Phaidon, AI & Machine Learning
Technology executive, product leader and machine-learning practitioner who builds high-performance platforms for complex organizations.
Senior, Princeton University; Keller Center
Computer science student and hands-on builder working across creative technology, prototyping and community-centered innovation.
Founder, Five Before College
Harvard graduate, educator and college-admissions coach who has helped hundreds of Muslim students pursue ambitious paths with purpose.
Founder & CEO, Let Us Nudge
Food-tech entrepreneur and veteran product leader creating smarter restaurant experiences through technology.
Serial Entrepreneur
Attorney, business owner and civic leader with deep experience advising companies and nonprofits through growth and change.
Former Mayor, Cranbury
Community leader and public servant who broke barriers as Cranbury's first Muslim and first Indian-Egyptian mayor.
ER Physician, C-Suite Executive
Emergency physician and healthcare executive known for leading teams, advancing quality and building community health initiatives.
OB/GYN, Educator, Global Health Leader
Board-certified OB/GYN who teaches future physicians and leads international nonprofit health missions, including community work in Trenton.
Legal Counsel, Elected Official, HR Startup Founder
Attorney, elected public official and founder of a specialist HR startup, bringing together law, civic leadership and entrepreneurship.
President, NJ Allergy Society
Board-certified allergist and pediatrician who leads New Jersey's allergy society and teaches the next generation of physicians.
Founder, Polished Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric dentist and practice founder focused on creating warm, high-quality dental experiences for children and families.
President, ISCJ, Entrepreneur
Entrepreneur and community leader serving as president of the Islamic Society of Central Jersey.
Professor, Columbia Business School
Professor, investor and entrepreneur connecting strategy, leadership and values-driven enterprise.
Professor, Princeton University
Princeton professor and molecular biologist exploring nature's chemistry to advance discovery and human health.
Professor of Creative Writing, Princeton University
Aspen Book Prize–recognized author and Princeton professor bringing storytelling, imagination and creative craft to the summit.
Behavioral Health Tech Co-founder, Award-winning Author
Behavioral health technology co-founder and award-winning author working at the intersection of innovation, wellbeing and community impact.
Program Director, MC², Founder, Diwan Collective
PhD candidate in Ottoman history, community program leader and founder of Diwan Collective.
Associate Dean, Princeton University
Educator and dialogue leader advancing inclusion, belonging and restorative engagement across campus and community.
Partner, CFO & COO, Cloverlay
Private-markets operator and finance leader with deep experience building investment firms, teams and operating platforms.
Medical Entrepreneur, Maniya Health
Physician and medical entrepreneur building patient-centered healthcare solutions through Maniya Health.
Mathematica, Nonprofit Entrepreneur, Wellesley College
Mathematica professional, nonprofit entrepreneur and Wellesley College alumna connecting research, service and social impact.
Former Google Executive, Nonprofit Leader
Marketing strategist and nonprofit leader advancing values-driven storytelling, community engagement and mission-aligned growth.
Founder & CEO, Green Dome Kids
Engineer, children’s author and nonprofit leader creating faith-centered books and resources that nurture prophetic love in young hearts.
CEO, US REO Fund, GEM Academy & Center
Real-estate investment executive and nonprofit leader advancing guidance, education and mentorship for youth through GEM Academy & Center.
Entrepreneur, Teacher
Entrepreneur and teacher bringing a builder’s mindset to education, mentorship and community impact.
Co-founder & Partner, Prysm Capital
Entrepreneur and growth investor helping disruptive technology and consumer companies build and scale.
Executive Director, Nomura Asset Management
Information-technology leader with deep experience driving complex initiatives across asset management and financial services.
Executive, Entrepreneur, Finance & Technology
Insurance-industry executive who has overseen $60M+ budgets, complex technology programs and high-impact nonprofit initiatives.
Founder, Mizaan, MLP, Healthcare Executive
Healthcare executive and community builder whose leadership has strengthened Mizaan and Princeton’s Muslim Life Program.
Education Leader, Villanova University; Nonprofit Leader
Education and nonprofit leader who uses data, policy and organizational strategy to strengthen institutions, inform decision-making and expand opportunity.
Associate Professor, Stony Brook University School of Social Welfare
Professor and public-health researcher whose work addresses health disparities and advances culturally responsive programs for immigrant, refugee and minority communities.
Executive Chairman, PDC Machines; Podcast Host; Nonprofit Leader
Business executive, entrepreneur and host of Pioneers of Possibility who brings together innovation, values-driven leadership and a deep commitment to community service.
Founder & CEO, SMASH Math; Nonprofit Leader
Engineer turned educator and entrepreneur who makes mathematics and science engaging, practical and accessible while investing in youth and community development.
Sierra; Technology Executive; Nonprofit Leader
Technology and business leader who helps organizations translate emerging ideas into meaningful results while contributing his experience to nonprofit and community initiatives.
Physician-Scientist and Public-Health Researcher
Physician-scientist whose work spans infectious-disease epidemiology, microbial genomics and public health, connecting rigorous research with better health outcomes.
Scholar, Researcher and Community Leader
Scholar and researcher who brings intellectual curiosity, analytical rigor and a multidisciplinary perspective to education, innovation and community impact.
Real Estate Entrepreneur and Public-Service Leader
Real estate entrepreneur and civic leader who combines business experience with a longstanding commitment to public service and stronger communities.
Senior, Princeton University
Princeton senior bringing intellectual curiosity, collaborative energy and a thoughtful problem-solving mindset to ideas with the potential for meaningful impact.
CEO, Chai Shai USA
Founder of New Jersey-based tea brand and mobile chai experience known for its signature blends and popular Chai Station. Created community-centered business that brings people together through chai, storytelling, and meaningful connection.
Founder, Visionet Systems
Founder of Visionet Systems, a global technology services company, and former IBM executive. EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2021 New Jersey Award recipient and technology industry titan.
Founder & CEO, Sarmaya Partners
Former Head of Global Multi-Asset Investing at USAA Asset Management and accomplished investment executive with senior leadership experience at Deutsche Bank Wealth Management and Truist Wealth.
CEO & Co-Founder, Zoya Finance
Leads a pioneering fintech platform making faith-aligned investing accessible worldwide. Formerly with JPMorgan and DriveWealth.
Co-Founder, CarbonSifr; Former Partner, BCG
Former Managing Director & Partner at Boston Consulting Group, INSEAD MBA and global corporate leader advancing sustainability and innovation.
Research Scientist, Google
Google Research Scientist with a PhD in Computer Science from Princeton University and a leading researcher in machine learning, algorithms and privacy-preserving technologies.
Head of North America Financial & Professional Lines, QBE Re
Insurance executive with over 18 years of industry experience, former Munich Re leader and nonprofit leader.
Founder, Tech Duels
Technology leader driving professional growth and workforce development. A sought-after trainer and mentor empowering emerging professionals through technology skills, strategic career networking and leadership development.
Technology Innovator, Kode With Klossy Mentor
Columbia University–educated technology innovator and STEM leadership advocate who champions women in technology, drives high-impact hackathons and mentors emerging tech talent.
Co-Founder, HABIBI New York
Co-founder of a luxury fragrance brand and serial entrepreneur with a background in technology and finance. Business innovator and nonprofit community leader.
Licensed Social Worker
Licensed social worker specializing in trauma, family conflict and culturally responsive mental health care. Community advocate advancing mental health and family well-being.
Islamic Educator; MCGP Education Committee
Member of MCGP’s Education Committee and Tarteel Academy leadership team. Rutgers University Economics graduate with extensive studies in Islamic sciences at Fayda Institute, Safina Society and Garden of Knowledge.
Pharmacist, Nonprofit Leader
Pharmacist, nonprofit leader and education advocate dedicated to strengthening community institutions and expanding educational opportunities for the next generation.
Youth Director, Muslim Center of Greater Princeton
Qalam Seminary senior student and youth mentor advancing faith-centered leadership, personal development and psychological well-being.
Office of NY Attorney General Letitia James
Public servant and policy expert and experienced government professional dedicated to public service, policy innovation and community impact.
More founders, mentors, teachers and speakers to be announced.
Short talks, focused build sprints, hands-on mentoring and working-product presentations.
Sample schedule. Final session timing may shift.
Open to ages 7 and up, with elementary, middle school, high school, college and young-professional divisions. Come with a team or meet your teammates at the Summit. Food, event T-shirts, mentors and prizes are included.
Registration is completed through the official MC² Hackathon event page.
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