Assel Mussagaliyeva-Tang is a seasoned digital transformation and AI consultant with two decades of industry experience dedicated to reducing the digital divide across Asia. As the founder of EDUTech Future, Assel has empowered 2,000 individuals, from students to senior professionals, through innovative skills programs and cutting-edge AI training initiatives. Her leadership in digital transformation is further recognized by her roles as affiliate faculty at SMU Academy and RISE by BCG U, and as Asia-Pacific Program Manager for Future Ready Skills at Microsoft, where she champions inclusive, engaging future-ready learning.
Assel is known for her passion in guiding learners through the rapidly changing world of technology. Her teaching excellence is reflected in consistently top participant scores and strong employability outcomes, reinforcing her impact as a thought leader in digital upskilling. As a 2025 EDSAFE Women in AI Fellow and content expert to SEAMEO INNOTECH on AI in education strategies, Assel brings both global perspective and local expertise, ensuring every participant in the Break into Tech SG program is equipped to thrive in the AI-driven workforce of tomorrow.