The holder of this badge is an Expert in Residence at the Hult Prize Foundation. The Experts-in-Residence are a core part of the Hult Prize ecosystem, seasoned professionals who bring deep expertise, strategic insight, and long-term commitment to supporting our startups and strengthening the program experience.

🔸 Advise on Program Design: They offer thoughtful feedback on internal materials and processes, including startup selection, curriculum development, and competition design.
🔸 Participate in Key Events: From webinars to pitch showcases, they join us at pivotal moments throughout the incubator and beyond.
🔸 Shape the Selection Process: Experts-in-Residence provide critical feedback on startup teams, which feeds directly into the selection of the Top 20 Accelerator teams, the Top 8 Finalists, and ultimately, the identification of the $1M Hult Prize Winner.

Collectively, they’ve advised dozens of startups across multiple Hult Prize Competitions. Many also mentor startups, providing focused, on-demand advice to sharpen business models, boost impact, and drive growth.