Rithvik Prasad, Class of '25

I applied to HUVTSP because I wanted to go beyond the traditional classroom and immerse myself in a community where ideas turn into action. I’ve always been curious about how technology, business, and entrepreneurship intersect, and this program seemed like the perfect place to explore those interests while learning directly from people who have built companies and shaped industries.

What I remember most about my time in HUVTSP is the energy of collaboration. From the first day, I was surrounded by peers who were equally driven and passionate, and it pushed me to raise my own standards. The workshops and sessions, such as Startup Ethics, Entrepreneurship Journaling, and case studies of companies like OpenAI, gave me tools to think about problems in new ways, but what stuck with me most was how quickly an idea can grow when you combine creativity, structure, and feedback from mentors. Hearing from leaders like Mark Cuban and the CEOs of major companies made the experience even more inspiring, because it showed me what’s possible with persistence and vision. I even had the opportunity to ask Mark Cuban a question about which foundational skills and mindsets will continue to set Gen Z entrepreneurs apart in an AI-driven world, which made the experience even more memorable and valuable for me.

Looking ahead, my goals are to deepen my knowledge of entrepreneurship and business fundamentals while building a strong technical foundation. I want to launch a startup in the future, particularly in FinTech, where there’s enormous potential to make systems more accessible, efficient, and fair. I am also passionate about creating AI-powered software and solutions that solve real-world problems, and I hope to gain the skills to move from concept to execution in that space. Alongside those ambitions, I want to grow my experience working at leading technology companies, where I can learn from large-scale operations before returning to build my own ventures. Ultimately, my goal is to combine business strategy and technical innovation to create products that have both impact and reach.