Yasmine El Baggari

Yasmine El Baggari is a passionate entrepreneur and global connector from Morocco, currently based in San Francisco.4 She is the founder and CEO of Voyaj, a platform that connects people from around the world for meaningful one-on-one exchanges to foster global understanding.12

Background and Achievements

Yasmine's journey as an entrepreneur began at the age of 17 when she came to the United States as an exchange student.2 She has since traveled to all 50 U.S. states and over 40 countries, staying with more than 250 families globally.2

Some of her notable accomplishments include:

• Working with the World Bank on the Education for Competitiveness (E4C) Initiative3
• Conducting research at Harvard University1
• Serving as an "Engage America" Ambassador for the U.S. State Department1

Voyaj Platform

Yasmine founded Voyaj, an online platform that matches host families with travelers worldwide to provide meaningful experiences and bridge cultural gaps.1 Her vision for Voyaj is to bring humanity together in authentic ways, fostering peace and unity.2

Recognition and Awards

Yasmine has received several accolades for her work:

• Named one of the 100 Most Influential Travel Bloggers by the White House1
• Listed as one of the most inspiring and promising entrepreneurs by Forbes in 20161
• Recipient of Hampshire College's $60K Award for Entrepreneurship and Innovation1

Edmund Hillary Fellowship

As an Edmund Hillary Fellow (EHF) in Cohort 7 (C7), Yasmine is part of a community of entrepreneurs and investors working to create global impact.5 Her experience with EHF has led her to spend time in New Zealand, where she gained inspiration from new models of governance, leadership, and Maori culture.2

Yasmine El Baggari continues to work towards her goal of connecting people and bridging cultures to encourage a more peaceful and caring world through her platform Voyaj and her involvement with various global initiatives.12