About IQ Forge
Building Iraq’s Future Workforce
At IQ Forge, our mission is simple yet profound: to empower Iraqi talent with the technical, strategic, and digital skills required to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Driven by National Renewal & Strategic Transformation
Our inspiration stems directly from a pivotal moment in our nation’s history. As Iraq enters a new era under modern leadership, the country is shifting toward a forward-looking, “business-first” agenda. This new diplomatic and economic vision—highlighted by the landmark appointment of US-educated strategic thinker Krikor Der-Hagopian as Iraq’s Ambassador to the United States—signals a clear commitment to fostering international partnership, technological integration, and economic resilience.
Central to this new chapter is the Iraqi AI Agenda and a broader commitment to digital infrastructure. As Iraq modernizes its industries, optimizes data environments, and integrates Artificial Intelligence into enterprise and public sector workflows, the demand for a highly skilled, tech-literate workforce has never been higher. IQ Forge was established to answer this call—aligning directly with national economic priorities to bridge the gap between human ambition and global technological standards.
Who We Are
IQ Forge is driven by a passionate network of over 70 professionals, industry leaders, and technical experts across diverse sectors—including:
United by a shared heritage and a deep commitment to social impact, our team brings real-world enterprise experience to every learning path we design. We believe that true capacity building goes beyond theoretical knowledge—it requires practical, hands-on skills in tools like Python, SQL, Cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP), power business intelligence, and AI safety frameworks like the EU AI Act.
Our Vision
We envision an Iraq powered by innovation, driven by data, and led by a workforce capable of competing on the global stage. By cultivating expertise across technology, business strategy, and governance, IQ Forge is proud to serve as a catalyst for economic growth, digital transformation, and sustainable innovation.
Together, we are forging the future of Iraq’s workforce.
