Hiva is a biomedical engineer with an MBA, reflecting her strong foundation in both scientific inquiry and strategic thinking. She is currently pursuing her PhD at Vrije Universiteit Brussel, focusing on accessibility and mobility challenges faced by wheelchair users in urban environments.

Her research forms the backbone of her entrepreneurial journey. Hiva is developing a startup that leverages smart navigation technology to support independent mobility and foster more inclusive cities.

Hiva grew up experimenting, asking questions, and solving problems, a mindset that continues to drive her today. Her vision combines empathy, data, and design to serve underrepresented communities and solve real-world issues.

Beyond academia and entrepreneurship, Hiva draws energy from her passions: sports and the fashion world. These creative outlets are essential to her identity and well-being. She believes innovation thrives not just in labs, but in how we live, move, and express ourselves.

Hiva is committed to bridging research and entrepreneurship to create tangible impact. She’s passionate about empowering others to pursue bold, unconventional paths, just as she does.