Alumni | Meet the Pledge Members

"Being a part of the Stern Venture Fellows in 2020 changed the trajectory of my company, ONE432, in ways we never imagined. I owe a debt of gratitude to Stern for having faith in us."

"The NYU entrepreneur community and the Stern Venture Fellows have been instrumental to the success of not only my brand but also my continued development as an entrepreneur. Taking the Pledge was a no-brainer for me, and I look forward to donating in the future."

"I love this innovative way of thinking about how to give back to the School that has given me so much. I took the Pledge because I believe in supporting the next generation of students through scholarship — and especially because Open Accent is a mission-drive startup."

“My company wouldn't be where it is today without the opportunities that Stern provided. I have significantly benefited from the relationships I've built at Stern, and my goal is to help the next generation of Stern entrepreneurs realize their dream. The Pledge is a great way to join a like-minded community of entrepreneurs and give back to the School."

"I made the Pledge because I want Stern to be a leader in the next generation of startups. I want to help foster a community of entrepreneurs who support one another and give back to the School."

"I was lucky to graduate without the burden of debt and was free to pursue my passions. But so many students these days do not have that option because of debt. My goal is to encourage more Stern alumni, especially those in the entrepreneurial space, to take the Pledge and commit to contributing later, and in the meantime, join a like-minded network who support one another and the School.”

"I founded Cognitive ToyBox as a student at NYU, and NYU is so important to the founding of the company and the growth of it. I'm happy to take part in this Pledge and be a part of the community of founders and entrepreneurs to pay it forward."

"I took the Pledge because I believe in supporting the next generation of students through scholarship."

"As a CEO who is devoted to guiding students and young professionals to pursue their ideal career path and reach their highest potential, this Pledge is very much in line with my personal and company values."

"I decided to take the Pledge because I got to attend NYU due to a very generous scholarship as a part of the Breakthrough Scholars Program. I always vowed to give back, once I made it, to the next generation of students so that they can have an amazing experience like I had at Stern without the burden of student debt."

"I took the Pledge because it's forward-looking. I'm excited to see NYU instilling the mindset in entrepreneurs to give back when they have a chance."