Founders
Meet the Minds Behind Foundr
Krish and Kunjan started this program to help students think like entrepreneurs and solve real problems.
Krish
Krish is a graduate of NYU Stern School of Business, where he majored in Finance and Management. He began his professional journey at Alvarez & Marsal in New York, working in the Consumer & Retail Group, and previously interned with the EY-Parthenon Strategy Consulting team at their Boston headquarters.
Krish completed the program in 2019, served as Head Teaching Assistant for the Europe cohort in 2020, and later became the Global Ambassador for the flagship Entrepreneurship Program during its association with Columbia Business School.
Kunjan
Kunjan Shah is a mother, educator, architect, and independent admissions counselor who has guided students from high school to PhD. She relies on deep research, real conversations with students and industry experts, and a clear understanding of global education and career trends to design pathways that genuinely fit each individual.
Alongside counselling, Kunjan is developing a career exploration curriculum, supporting students in building strong design portfolios, and creating engaging and meaningful events both virtual and in-person for communities and organizations to empower parents and learners.
Prof. Daniel McQuade — Columbia Business School
“As an educator and entrepreneur, my mission has always been to help young people see problems differently—to think like builders, to question assumptions, and to develop the confidence to create.”
My journey began long before I entered classrooms around the world. From teaching myself how to run a PC early in my career, to later partnering with IBM to create a global food-safety solution using Blockchain, I’ve learned that innovation is less about technology—and more about mindset. The ability to observe, imagine, test, and communicate ideas is what separates good thinkers from transformative leaders.
As former Director of Venture for All® at Columbia Business School, I worked with thousands of students, founders, and educators worldwide. Across every culture and industry, one truth remains constant: young people thrive when given structure, clarity, and a safe space to explore ideas that matter to them.
At Foundr, I bring the same world-class frameworks and learning experiences that have shaped entrepreneurs globally—simplified and adapted for students who are just beginning to explore their potential.
As my mentor Raymond T. Laurans always reminded me, “Dare to be different.” Innovation begins the moment you allow yourself to think beyond what already exists.
My proudest introduction:
"He's a Thought Leader, Visionary, Innovator, and a Misfit."
— Raj Rao, GM, Industry Platforms, IBM