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Backed by
the world's best.

ASCEND's partners aren't logos on a sponsorship deck. They are organizations that believe in the next generation — and invest in developing it.

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Six organizations.
One shared belief.

Every ASCEND partner shares a common conviction: that investing in student development today builds the talent pipeline of tomorrow. These are organizations that don't just talk about the future — they fund it. Hover each card to learn more.

Founding Partner
Samsung
Technology & Innovation

As one of the world's most influential technology conglomerates, Samsung brings its global expertise in innovation and product development to ASCEND competitions and conferences, providing case studies, mentors, and real-world briefs for student participants.

Founding Partner
Aramco
Energy & Industry

One of the world's largest energy companies, Aramco partners with ASCEND to expose students to the complexities of global industry, sustainability challenges, and large-scale operations — providing unique case study material and leadership insights.

Strategic Partner
Manchester City FC
Sport & Global Brand

Manchester City FC brings the lens of elite sport to ASCEND — demonstrating how world-class branding, commercial strategy, and global audience-building work in practice. A unique perspective on performance culture and international business.

Strategic Partner
Fairtrade
Ethics & Sustainability

Fairtrade's partnership grounds ASCEND's commercial programs in ethical thinking. Students explore supply chain integrity, fair trade economics, and the business case for sustainability — critical skills for any future global leader.

Community Partner
Bitexco
Real Estate & Development

Bitexco, a leading Vietnamese conglomerate with landmark real estate developments across Asia, brings regional business expertise and a long-term view on development, infrastructure, and emerging market strategy to ASCEND's curriculum.

Community Partner
FURSYS
Design & Workspace

FURSYS shapes the physical environments where ASCEND operates — from Spirit Store setups to conference spaces. Their expertise in design thinking and workspace strategy also contributes to ASCEND's broader programming on environment and culture.

Built for
every ambition.

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Founding Partner

Maximum visibility and influence across all ASCEND programs, conferences, and media. Reserved for organizations that shape ASCEND's strategic direction.

  • Naming rights on major competitions
  • Keynote presence at all conferences
  • Executive board advisory seat
  • Co-branded student programs
  • Priority case study placement
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Strategic Partner

Significant presence at ASCEND conferences and competition events. Ideal for organizations seeking deep engagement with student talent across multiple markets.

  • Conference stage presence
  • Sponsored competition category
  • Workshop hosting rights
  • Branded networking sessions
  • Annual talent pipeline access
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Community Partner

Focused engagement with ASCEND's local programming and Spirit Store network. Ideal for regional organizations committed to student development in specific markets.

  • Regional event presence
  • Spirit Store integration
  • Member school visibility
  • Annual impact report inclusion
  • Digital brand placement

Why the world's
best choose ASCEND.

ASCEND partners gain access to a uniquely high-caliber pipeline of future business talent — students who have already demonstrated initiative, strategic thinking, and competitive drive.

Beyond talent, partners benefit from authentic brand presence in international school communities across multiple countries, and association with an organization built on excellence and ambition.

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