OUR MISSION
Providing GT entrepreneurs community, resources, and guidance.
Growth-minded
No great journey is a straight line. That’s why we provide a low-stakes environment to explore, so entrepreneurs can crash fast and keep building. We support students at all levels of entrepreneurial experience.
Steeped in Georgia Tech
As the only startup accelerator run exclusively by and for Georgia Tech students, Startup Exchange has access to Atlanta's network of venture capitalists, investors, and proven founders. We connect students with our robust network to ensure our startups thrive.
Community-First
Startup Exchange is community first. It takes a village to launch something great. That’s why we work tirelessly to cultivate a close-knit community. We also encourage feedback from the community, so that we can improve our efforts to benefit it.
For students, by students
As the only equity-free student-run accelerator at Georgia Tech, our only interest is you. We believe that being a student is an asset, not a liability. Wherever you’re headed, Georgia Tech Startup Exchange will help get you there.
Creating the next
We help entrepreneurs build the future, now. That starts with the next wave of founders married to the cutting edge in technology, creativity and strategy. Our founders bring us the best of the next, and we in turn help pull the future into the present.
OUR EXECUTIVE BOARD
Executive Directors
The 3 Executive Directors of SX move the organization forward while ensuring alignment with our vision. They are selected for year-long terms and choose the new leadership for the Fall and Spring. Each quarter, they report the performance and growth of the Georgia Tech founder community.
Aazan Khan
EXECUTIVE DIR. OF MEMBERSHIP & PROGRAMMING
aazan@startup.exchange
Carter Cote
EXECUTIVE DIR. OF STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
carter@startup.exchange
Sean Alexander
EXECUTIVE DIR. OF EXTERNAL RELATIONS
sean@startup.exchange
Division Leaders
The Division Directors are selected each semester and are responsible for executive decisions related to the organization. Each division helps to advance the organization's goals, and fall under one of the three executive co-director committees.
Praneet Kedari
DIRECTOR OF MENTORSHIP
praneet@startup.exchange
Christopher Hur
DIRECTOR OF SCOUTS
christopher@startup.exchange
Jay Patel
DIRECTOR OF EVENTS
jay@startup.exchange
Vani Gupta
DIRECTOR OF PARTNERSHIPS
vani@startup.exchange
Yatharth Bhargava
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & DESIGN
yatharth@startup.exchange
Nitya Arora
DIRECTOR OF FELLOWSHIP
nitya@startup.exchange
Venla Harkonen
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
venla@startup.exchange
Dani Roldan
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
dani@startup.exchange
Associate Directors
The Associate Directors report directly to their corresponding Division Director. They are chosen each semester, which enables executive board members to lead multiple initiatives.
Om Jha
ASSOCIATE DIR. OF MARKETING & DESIGN
om@startup.exchange
Gibraan Jooma
ASSOCIATE DIR. OF PARTNERSHIPS
arjun@startup.exchange
Anthony Stroffolino
ASSOCIATE DIR. OF FINANCE
anthony@startup.exchange
Devansh Khunteta
ASSOCIATE DIR. OF FELLOWSHIP
devansh@startup.exchange
Varun Sendilraj
ASSOCIATE DIR. OF OPERATIONS
Varun@startup.exchange
BOARD OF ADVISORS
Some of our amazing advisors!
Christopher Klaus
FOUNDER, COO OF KANEVA
Christopher Reaves, Ph.D.
EXEC. DIR., GEORGIA TECH LEARNING INITIATIVES
Apuroop Mutyala
STUDENT ADVISOR
John Wright-Stanly
STUDENT ADVISOR
Adam Patni
STUDENT ADVISOR
Isaac Altman
STUDENT ADVISOR
Mohit Pinninti
STUDENT ADVISOR
Parth Arora
STUDENT ADVISOR
Yash Vagal
STUDENT ADVISOR
Yuma Tanaka
STUDENT ADVISOR
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Mentorship is step one for joining SX.
How long is GT Startup Exchange mentorship?
Mentorship is approximately 3 months long, and runs in both the Fall and Spring semesters.
Spring 2023 mentorship will occur from early-February to mid-April.
What do I learn during the mentorship process?
During mentorship, you will learn about the basics of customer discovery, value proposition, and revenue channels.
You will be taught different ways to validate business hypotheses as well as how to construct a proper pitch deck.
What is the time commitment for the mentorship program?
Attending weekly lectures and completing assignments take ~2-3 hours each week.
During the semester, you will also have a midterm VC assignment as well as a final startup pitch. Those who finish the program will be considered for CREATE-X in order to advance their idea.
How do I join the mentorship class for the Georgia Tech Startup Exchange?
Check our website and follow our social media to stay updated on when applications open!
What if I already have an idea I've built?
Student builders have the option of joining either our membership or our startup accelerator, SX Fellowship.
Through founder dinners and 1:1 coffee chats, membership allows founders to build community with our network of mentors, founders, and venture capitalists.
What if I have more questions about mentorship or how to join?
Contact Praneet Kedari, Director of Mentorship
Email Praneet at praneet@startup.exchange
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