Naheed Henderson

Naheed Henderson is a seasoned executive with a diverse background in product marketing, innovation, and leadership across multiple industries. Currently serving as Chief Product & Marketing Officer at 5th World, Naheed focuses on promoting wellness and sustainability through distributed food, water, and energy systems. Previous experience includes roles as Executive Vice President at Empowered Startups, where Naheed led global teams and managed key strategic initiatives, and CEO of the Global Startups Accelerator, which fostered entrepreneurship for innovative startups. Naheed's career also encompasses positions in communications and development at Tyax Adventures, marketing at Backcountry Lodges of British Columbia, and product management at G3 Genuine Guide Gear. Naheed holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from St. Lawrence University and completed a certificate program in 2D Design Communication at Emily Carr University of Art and Design.