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Ayna First Domino

Empowering the next generation of leaders.

We’re not just supporting the individuals and companies of today; we’re supporting those of tomorrow. Ayna First Domino supports high-performing professionals and high-potential companies with the tools and resources they need to achieve success.

Professionals

Four programs to accelerate your career trajectory

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Launching careers program

Expert tailored advice on career advancement

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Building your network
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Mentorship & continuing education during a career change
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Deep industry knowledge, soft skills & presentation skills
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Rising stars program

Leadership program for high performers looking to change or accelerate your career

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Systems and processes such as performance transparency and “absolutes”
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Emerging critical functions
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Data analytics and e-commerce
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CEO/CFO/COO immersion program

Practical tips and tools to prepare for and succeed in your role

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Value creation for your company
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Transforming your product line or overall business
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Engaging with your board and other executives
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Senior executive learning series

Critical topics shaping the industrial and industrial technology sector

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The future of trade, infrastructure, and global supply chains
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Role of Disruption 2.0 (AI, Quantum & Cybersecurity)
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The current macroeconomic and geopolitical environment
Companies

Four ways to achieve next level of performance

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Market access

Find potential customers through our network

Concepts we’ll focus on
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Low-cost customer acquisition
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Go-to-market planning and execution
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Accelerated growth

R&D and Product development

Product ideation, development, and testing

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Joint R&D effort
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Access to manufacturing expertise
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Building a product roadmap

Operational efficiency

Back of office operations

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Access to low-cost footprint
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Cost optimization

Advisory support

Access to Ayna’s research and analytics data

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New functional skills (data/analytics)
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New business models (e-commerce)
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2025 First Domino Ayna-UIC

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Open to all UIC students, regardless of major or program in their junior or senior year
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Award amount of $3,000 per recipient: $1,500 now + $1,500 upon graduation
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Year-round mentorship by Ayna leaders
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Selection based on demonstrated analytical thinking, leadership, or innovation

Who is it for?

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 A select group of “rising stars” and executives in the industrial and industrial technology sector
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Early stage & mature companies that are interested in accelerating growth and leveraging Ayna’s platform and resources

How do we do it?

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We introduce you to our network of executives, board members and other key players in the industries
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We create a custom plan for each individual and business using our platform of IP + portfolio companies

Why do we do it?

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To give back to the community by building the next generation of corporate leaders
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To unlock the next level of performance for high potential individuals and companies
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Interesting in four weeks of free consulting?

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