Jinane Tannous

General Info

What will be your most valuable contribution to your TechWomen mentorship?

My most valuable contribution to the TechWomen mentorship experience will be my unique blend of scientific expertise, entrepreneurial drive and commitment to empowering women in STEM. I bring hands-on experience managing university physics labs, building a sustainability-focused startup and mentoring female students in underserved communities. I hope to contribute fresh perspectives on innovation in resource-constrained environments, insights into circular economy models and a strong spirit of resilience shaped by my journey in Lebanon. Through open exchange, I aim to foster cross-cultural learning, inspire collaborative problem-solving, and strengthen our collective impact on sustainability and representation in STEM.

The Top Three Things I Would Like to Learn or Experience During my Mentorship

1. New technologies used in experimental physics.
2. Energy sustainability and the valorization and preservation of natural resources.
3. Pitching and communication skills for scalability and funding.

Mentorship Characteristic

• Visit an office or attend a site-visit
• Participate in a skills-building course, either provided by my mentor’s company or identify a free resource online
• Focus on leadership skills building
• Present my current work to professionals in my industry
• Exposes me to new tools and platforms

Ideal Company Type

An ideal mentor match would be someone working in a mid- to large-sized organization or research-driven startup operating at the intersection of green technology and sustainable innovation. My mentor would ideally come from an R&D-intensive company or a sustainability-focused consultancy. They would operate in a culture that values collaboration, social responsibility and scientific rigor, and have experience bridging scientific research with market-driven applications. Ideally, the mentor's industry focus would include: Sustainable product development, Green business modeling and funding strategies Culturally, the organization would foster all-encompassing leadership, women's empowerment in STEM, and innovation for social and environmental good.

What are three adjectives that best describe you in the work place?

1. Reliable
2. Knowledgeable & curious
3. Technically skilled

What impact will your mentorship have on your career and professional path?

A 15-day mentorship with a U.S.-based expert would support my dual role as a lead physics lab supervisor and founder of G Algae. I aim to enhance my technical and leadership skills by exploring innovative lab practices, sustainable experiment design and advanced safety protocols. Exposure to cutting-edge research environments will help me modernize physics lab operations and integrate renewable energy themes into education. Additionally, gaining insight into sustainable product development and startup scaling will directly support G Algae's growth. This experience will strengthen my impact as a STEM leader, advancing green innovation and inspiring women in science across Lebanon.

After participating in the TechWomen program, how will you leverage your mentorship experience to make an impact in your home country?

After TechWomen, I will leverage my mentorship experience to empower women in STEM and advance sustainable innovation through my startup, G Algae. I will launch physics and renewable energy workshops for female students, combining hands-on lab training with real-world sustainability challenges. Building on my work with Utopia and the UNDP Youth Leadership Program, I will create mentorship circles linking young women to role models in science and entrepreneurship. Insights from the program will also help me scale G Algae's impact, promoting circular economy solutions and creating green job opportunities for women in underserved communities across Lebanon.

Work History

Years of Full-time Work Experience

6

Primary Professional Focus

• Educational Technology and E-learning
• Energy, renewable technology or green technology
• Individual contributor leading innovation

Education History