NYU faculty and entrepreneurs are making news as thought-leaders and market disruptors.
By: Yashish Hirani (NYU CAS ’24) | Venture: Moira Labs Starting a new venture is a thrilling yet humbling experience that pushes you to your limits and often beyond. As
Founded by Rishi Nair (NYU Stern), Pamela Chen (NYU Stern), and Ryan Sullivan, Diddo competed in the 2022-23 NYU Entrepreneurs Challenge. The venture’s API seamlessly blends the online streaming and shopping experience, allowing users to quickly and easily find and buy clothes and accessories worn by their favorite characters and personalities.
The team behind the personal finance app Frich recently announced they had raised $2.8 million in a seed funding round led by Restive Ventures, which included participation from TruStage, K20 and Spartan Innovations. Founded by Aleksandra Medina (NYU
By: Helene Rutledge (NYU Stern ’97) It’s common knowledge that the US healthcare system has many problems. Despite spending more than any other country in the world, $4.7 trillion —
The NYU Entrepreneurs Challenge Finalist team raised $2.8 million in a round led by Link Ventures and participation from Neo and prominent figures from companies including Disney and Valentino.
As we head into the semi-finals of the 2023-24 NYU Entrepreneurs Challenge, CARA Systems reflects on how the experience has helped them refine their venture.
Approximately three years ago, a close relative of mine required neural rehabilitation. In my search for an accessible and engaging solution that would enable them to exercise at home, I found a gap in the market. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find a solution that was both effective and affordable, providing the flexibility necessary for home rehabilitation.
Founded by Joe Landolina (Tandon ’14) and Isaac Miller (Stern ’12), Cresilon aims to save lives through quick treatment to stop blood loss.
Jackson’s goal as a tutor was simple: to help students excel academically, but as he expanded his customer base, he recognized a consistent pattern: students, regardless of their school, grade level, or background, wait weeks to receive feedback on their assessments.
