CUNY Startups

Catching up with the best, squad goals achieved! CUNY Startups Marketing Intern, Christian Martinez, recently sat down with CUNY Startups alumni Zachary Shaked and Thomas Jumper. Zachary holds a BA in mathematics from Baruch College and was also involved with CUNY Tech Prep, while Thomas, his co-founder, graduated from Adelphi University with a bachelor’s degree in finance. Together, they’ve continued their entrepreneurial journey with a new startup that makes it easier for friends to hang out by providing instant access to event planning, scheduling, and nearby connections. Having gained valuable experience from their previous startups and our programs, Thomas and Zachary are now ready to apply that knowledge to their next venture. In this episode, Christian dives into their past challenges in building a business and their goals for the future. Watch the full interview to learn more here:https://lnkd.in/es6mF2ni #Entrepreneurship #App #CustomerValidation #Technology

Need more time? We've got you covered. The CUNY Clash application deadline has been extended!!! Be sure to apply by March 7th to secure your chance at $10,000. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eGnzWrMd #IdeasCompetition #Amazon #BusinessIdea

You’re going to love coming home ?? CUNY Startups Marketing Intern, Christian Martinez, recently sat down with Baruch College alum Shray Arora. Shray, who holds a Master of Science in Information Systems, is poised to disrupt the Real Estate industry. Following in his father's footsteps, he has been involved in Real Estate Consulting since the age of 15. Now, Shray is aiming to leave his mark with his new startup, Estate Empire, an AI-driven Rental Marketplace. The platform's mission is to simplify and reduce the stress of the rental process for renters, landlords, and brokers alike. During this episode, Christian delves deeper and learns a little bit more about the man behind this budding startup, including Shray’s love for music and other unique talents. Watch the full interview to learn more about Shray! https://lnkd.in/eA5Hpnmz Estate Empire Instagram: https://lnkd.in/e_772Evd Estate Empire Website: Dropping March 1, 2025 #RealEstate #StartupBusiness #Entrepreneurship #NYC #AIPlatform

Why hurt yourself, when you can enrich yourself? With CUNY Clash, you have the opportunity to win $10,000 and make your business idea a reality. The Spring 2025 CUNY Clash competition invites students from across the CUNY network to bring their creative and innovative business ideas to life. If you're currently a CUNY student and have an idea that addresses a unique problem or challenge, you could compete for cash prizes, with a Grand Prize of $10,000 up for grabs. Applying is super easy. Just upload a 60 – 90 second video explaining your idea and fill out a short form. No idea is too big or small, so even small ideas can have a meaningful impact. The deadline to apply is Friday, February 28th. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eGnzWrMd

??Don’t take candy from a baby, sign up for CUNY Clash! With a chance at $10,000, the choice is clear. The Spring 2025 CUNY Clash competition invites students from across the CUNY network to bring their creative and innovative business ideas to life. If you're currently a CUNY student and have an idea that addresses a unique problem or challenge, you could compete for cash prizes, with a Grand Prize of $10,000 up for grabs. Applying is super easy. Just upload a 60 – 90 second video explaining your idea and fill out a short form. No idea is too big or small, so even small ideas can have a meaningful impact. The deadline to apply is Friday, February 28th. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eGnzWrMd

?? Dream big, eat well. Today's goals start with a tasty breakfast?? Co-Founder and CEO of Three Wishes Cereal, Margaret W., is a bilingual ‘Jill of all Trades’, with a diverse professional background. However, it was her hunger (pun intended) and passion for improving the consumer experience that propelled her entrepreneurial journey. In 2012, after working full-time during her entire college experience, Margaret received a Bachelor of Arts in sociology from Hunter College.?She currently sits on the Hunter College Advisory Board. After graduation, Margaret worked in various roles, including as Chief of Staff at BIGEYEDWISH, which is the ad agency of her Husband and Co-Founder, Ian Wishingrad. As a new mom, Margaret couldn’t find a nutritionally-dense cereal for her young son and discovered there weren’t any clean, truly better-for-you cereal on the market. Inspired by her desire to provide a better, more nutritious cereal option for her family, she decided to create one. After two long years of research, collaborating with food scientists & manufacturing facilities, refining her product, and convincing retailers to stock her product, Margaret and Ian, launched Three Wishes Ceral in 2018. Three Wishes Cereal is a high protein, low sugar, flavorful breakfast option that is kosher, vegan friendly and gluten free. The base ingredients for most of its cereals include chickpea, tapioca, pea protein, organic cane sugar, natural flavors, and monk fruit (which is a low-calorie sweetener great for people with diabetes). Three Wishes is packed with plant-based protein and each serving only has 3 grams of sugar, which makes it 70% less sugary than the leading cereals brands. It’s also free of any corn, rice, dairy, oats, peanuts, and soy. Overall, It is a healthier breakfast option made with wholesome, quality ingredients. Hungry yet? The product is available on major platforms like Instacart, Thrive Market, Amazon, and Target, as well as in local grocery stores across the country. Just enter your zip code on their website to find the nearest one. ?? Website: https://lnkd.in/euhi2-Tb #Entreprenuership #HealthyFoodChoices #Cereal #Breakfast

Got a game-changing idea? The City University of New York students, you have the power to transform your vision into reality and win big. The Spring 2025 CUNY Clash competition invites students from across the CUNY network to bring their creative and innovative business ideas to life. If you're currently a CUNY student and have an idea that addresses a unique problem or challenge, you could compete for cash prizes, with a Grand Prize of $10,000 up for grabs. Applying is super easy. Just upload a 60 – 90 second video explaining your idea and fill out a short form. No idea is too big or small, so even small ideas can have a meaningful impact. The deadline to apply is Friday, February 28th. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eGnzWrMd #Entrepreneurship #CUNY #BusinessIdeas #IdeasCompetition

??Each brick tells a story ?? Founder of Rooted Architecture Studio ?, Katherine A. Serrano Sosa AIA, NCARB, is a visionary award-winning architect licensed in New York and New Jersey. Katherine’s journey into architecture began at age 11, inspired by her family’s work in construction. She earned a full scholarship to the Macaulay Honors College at The City University of New York, The City College of New York and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a bachelor’s in architecture in 2016. Katherine became a licensed architect in 2019 at the tender age of 26, which placed her among the 1.5% of Latina architects in the U.S. Her achievements have led to recognition as one of the Top 50 Women in Business by Long Island Business News. With a steadfast belief and commitment to designing spaces that create lasting impact and foster belonging, healing, community, empowerment, sustainability, Katherine founded Rooted Architecture Studio in 2021. Rooted Architecture Studio is an architectural firm that seeks to ease the worries of clients by providing customized, meaningful solutions to their spatial needs. The firm’s mission is to demystify the role of the architect and make the complexities of construction and regulations more accessible. Rooted Architecture Studio is dedicated to delivering insightful, inclusive, client-centric designs for homeowners, investors, healthcare providers, and small and socially conscious business owners. The firm prides itself on offering bilingual services, allowing it to better connect with a wider range of clients and expand its roots within diverse communities. Here, Katherine blends her passion for inclusive, wellness-centered design with a focus on each client’s unique story and needs. Katherine’s dedication to mentoring other Latinas in architecture through organizations like Arquitina, further demonstrates her commitment to fostering diversity in the field. Additionally, Katherine is an active community leader, serving on boards and committees related to Latina business networks and architecture, such as the Glen Cove Chamber Of Commerce, Sponsorship Committee for the Latina Business Network (LABNNY), and the AIA Long Island’s Women in Architecture Committee. ?She’s also an advocate for sharing her insights on architecture and her Latina heritage through social media, webinars, and live events. Katherine is passionate about delivering authentic, client-centric designs while nurturing a deeper understanding of the design and construction process. ??Check out her website: https://lnkd.in/ewSwtKuT #Construction #Design #Architecture #Entrepreneurship #Business #WomenOwned #LatinXBusiness

The City University of New York students are knocking it out of the park?? ICYMI: Our Fall 2024 NVA 1 cohort delivered phenomenal pitches during Demo Day three weeks ago. Watch the recap on our YouTube channel here: https://lnkd.in/eb9D2tX6 Please don't forget to like, share, comment, and/or subscribe to our channel to see more of our content. #Entrepreneurhip #Startups #PitchCompetition #BusinessIdeas #AcceleratorProgram #NYC #CUNY

?? Engineering: where creativity builds bridges CUNY Startups Program Intern, Kwabena Twum had a valuable conversation with CUNY Startups Alum, Baruch College alum, Designer and Engineer, Anastasiya U. Anastasiya completed our Ideas 2 Impact program in 2020 and received her BBA in Computer Information Systems in 2022. After CUNY Startups, Anastasiya further enhanced her skills with an apprenticeship at ArtTech Startup. She was later promoted to Front-End Engineer and Designer and designed the mobile app for Design Miami, which is published on the App store. Anastasiya is passionate about blending design and coding to create innovative solutions that enhance user experiences. As a design engineer in the tech industry, Anastasiya has built impactful web experiences and collaborated with teams to design, brand, market, and code cutting-edge projects. Her work as both a designer and a front-end engineer showcases the importance of having a multifaceted skill set, perseverance, and creative thinking in the tech industry. Anastasiya is currently a Partner, at Internet Development Studio Company. Kwabena’s conversation with Anastasiya underscored the importance of interdisciplinary skills in design and engineering, as well as the value of programs like CUNY Startups in helping aspiring entrepreneurs and tech professionals build successful careers. The entrepreneurial insights she gained from CUNY Startups were crucial in navigating the challenges and opportunities in her career. Watch the full interview here! ?? https://lnkd.in/ecpMGS2b #design #engineering #coding #girlswhocode #entrepreneur #business #computerscience?