Welcoming Cohort 15 of the RippleX Fellowship
🥳 Announcing Cohort 15
We’re excited to introduce Cohort 15 of the RippleX Fellowship, a 12-week program designed to nurture the skills and aspirations of students who aim to thrive as both startup founders and venture capitalists. With a legacy that extends back over four years and includes 14 incredible cohorts, the RippleX Fellowship has played a pivotal role in guiding the journeys of more than 500+ alumni. Let’s meet Cohort 15!
Siya Goel: Studying Computer Science at Stanford University with minors in Economics and Math (Class of 2026). Enjoys expanding CS education and exploring the fields of software engineering, artificial intelligence, product management, management consulting, and venture capital. Building a productivity product that ranks messages based on time sensitivity and priority in 30+ messaging platforms.
Sruthi Kurada: Studying Computer Science, Healthcare Management, and Quantitative Finance at University of Pennsylvania and the Wharton School (Class of 2026). Excited about picturesque hikes around Massachusetts and New Hampshire, watching hilarious YouTube videos, and developing technology-based healthcare solutions. Building an AI-based solution to help reduce the 25% re-operation rate following Breast Conservation Surgery (BCS) due to incorrect tumor excision, leaving the patient with cancer.
Vivi Wei: Studying Computer Science at New York University (Class of 2025). Enjoys working out at the gym, picking up new tech stacks, learning Korean, watching physics documentaries, going to dance studios, and reading books in parks. Working as a Software Engineer at NYU Vertically Integrated Projects.
Aditya Tadimeti: Studying Computer Science and Math at Stanford University (Class of 2025). Enjoys golf, morning hikes, reading, and journalling. Building a B2B generative AI tool in the workflow automation space.
Ahad Khot: Studying Business and Data Science at UC Berkeley (Class of 2026). Excited about long hikes across the Berkeley Hills, home-cooked meals, reading new books, and working on personal projects. Building Bread through Berkeley SkyDeck, an investing app revolutionizing investing for teens.
Alima Aset: Studying Economics and Finance at University of Pennsylvania and the Wharton School (Class of 2026). Interested in venture capital, edtech, AI, content creation and marketing. Interning at DVC as an Investment Analyst.
Anish Dhanasekaran: Studying Computer Science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Class of 2026). Passionate about healthtech, entrepreneurship, creating products around community value, and bringing founders together. Building a digital marketplace in the palliative care space.
Areeb Khan: Studying Computer Science and UX Design at University of Michigan (Class of 2025). Excited about content creation, creativity, and building companies. Building Hyperfan, a solution that enables creators to segment and interact with their most devoted followers in a simple, automated way.
Armel Talla: Studying Computer Science and Math at UT Austin (Class of 2024). Interested in basketball and reading AI research papers, philosophy, history, or biographies. Building Clips AI, a web application that identifies relevant moments and creates the best clips from any video or audio content.
Elise Kait: Studying Economics at Princeton University (Class of 2025). Enjoys lifting weights, baking, reading books, and staying up-to-date on news in VC. Currently the Head of Operations at Prospect Student Ventures, Princeton’s first VC club.
Jonah Weinbaum: Studying Math, Data Science, and Physics with a minor in Business at University of Michigan (Class of 2026). Passionate about piano playing, composing, and reading books on philosophy and complex systems (especially network theory, model predictive control, and stoicism). Building Pink Inference, a wetware computing startup utilizing biological neurons for continuous control and reinforcement learning problems.
Land Tantichot: Studying Supply Chain Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology (Class of 2023). Enjoys morning runs, programming projects, baking, vinyl collections, and documentaries. Building a logistics platform connecting shippers and third-party logistics (3PL) providers, dramatically improving supply chain operations.
Lotanna Anozie: Studying Economics at Howard University (Class of 2025). Interested in building the African community on campus, creating generational Black wealth, reading books, listening to podcasts, and lounging by the pool. Previously interned at Fearless Fund as an Investment Intern.
Louwee Shibata: Studying Economics and East Asian Studies with a concentration in Japan at Columbia University (Class of 2024). Excited aboutimpact investing, figure skating (formerly pro), travelling, and social impact non-profits. Interning at Starta VC.
Luka Lamaj: Studying Biochemistry at Brock University (Class of 2024). Passionate about healthtech, making positive impact on the world through technology and innovation, writing, playing piano, and reading scientific papers, research articles, and books. Building Docere, a centralized dashboard revolutionizing clinic administration by harnessing AI and automation.
Manish Balamurugan: Studying Computer Science at University of Virginia (Class of 2024). Enjoys building sessions (self-paced hackathons), movie marathons, and road trips. Building an automation co-pilot powering SMBs and early-stage startups to leverage powerful AI agents and launch efficient ad campaigns in one shot.
Om Shastri: Studying Computer Science and Finance at University of Pennsylvania and the Wharton School (Class of 2026). Interested in finance, software development, cybersecurity, and tinkering with the mechanics of robots, RC cars, and drones. Building artificially intelligent personas for individuals based on their communication style, demographic profile, and online data.
Rajan Agarwal: Studying Software Engineering at University of Waterloo (Class of 2028). Passionate about programming, fitness (going to the gym and training for a half-marathon this fall), piano, listening to podcasts, and writing. Building Shapeshift, a due diligence automation platform streamlining the construction of earthquake-resistant buildings, in terms of both manpower and cost.
🌊 About the RippleX Fellowship
At RippleX, our mission is to bridge the gap between academia and the startup ecosystem by providing invaluable coaching, mentorship, and networking opportunities to students across North America. Through our remote program, we bring together a diverse cohort of approximately 20 fellows, creating a vibrant and collaborative community of like-minded individuals.
Throughout our 16-week program, fellows will be immersed in a comprehensive curriculum that covers the intricacies of startup building and venture capital. They will gain practical insights and hands-on experience in key areas such as market analysis, product-market fit, fundraising, due diligence, and more. Moreover, fellows will have the unique opportunity to learn directly from industry experts, successful founders, and seasoned venture capitalists.
🚀 RippleX’s Continued Impact
The impact of the RippleX Fellowship extends far beyond the program itself. Our alumni have achieved remarkable success, collectively raising over $60 million in funding from top-tier VC funds. Moreover, we have helped over 70 underserved students secure coveted roles within the venture capital industry, catalyzing positive change and expanding opportunities for underrepresented voices.
💬 Final Words
Cohort 15 of the RippleX Fellowship signifies the beginning of a fresh chapter in our ongoing dedication to empowering the upcoming wave of startup founders and venture capitalists.
We’re excited to witness the remarkable growth of our fellows as they set out on this thrilling journey, armed with the expertise, insights, and connections to excel in the ever-changing landscape of startups and early-stage investing.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to RBCx, our program’s flagship sponsor, for their faith in our mission and their support in growing this fellowship to greater achievements!
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Written by Isabelle Gan, Analyst at Ripple Ventures. For more information, email isabelle@rippleventures.com.
