Mike and Renée Child Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Siddhi is an undergraduate student at UC Davis majoring in Mathematical Analytics and Operations Research. She is passionate about using analytics to drive strategic decision-making in business operations. In her free time, she enjoys exploring global geography, reading, and doing pottery.

Rhea is a third-year undergraduate majoring in Economics with a minor in Technology Management. She is passionate about brand strategy, marketing, and exploring how technology shapes the way we connect. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, reading, and discovering new coffee shops around Davis.

Doga is a Computer Science and Engineering major with a minor in Neuroscience at UCDavis. Her experiences include supporting neurodivergent individuals and older adults through community-based volunteer work. On campus, she is active in student organizations centered on technology, equity, and applied science.

Joseph is pursuing a degree in Economics with a particular interest in the field of energy economics—a field in which he has significant experience, having previously worked as an analyst for an advisory firm serving the California energy market. Joseph is passionate about economic justice, market efficiency, and the study of resource allocation. He's also interested in further sharpening his programming and data analysis skills.

Harshill is a first-year Design student with a deep passion for entrepreneurship, technology, and community building. His journey has been shaped by a strong desire to create impactful solutions, leading him to launch a build analytics software for study rooms called We Learn. Harshill is motivated by the power entrepreneurship has to make products that have the potential to make millions of lives better.

Blues is majoring in Economics and Statistics, and is fascinated by computer storage systems (NAS) and business. He is dedicated to integrating economic theory with statistical analysis to explore practical applications, aiming to develop more efficient storage solutions and robust business strategies.

Passionate about the intersection between design and business industries, Helen is a first-year undergraduate at UC Davis pursuing a double major in Design and Managerial Economics. She currently interns for a seamstress and fashion designer, as well as is the founder of a virtual game clothing business.

Shantia is pursuing a major in Managerial Economics. She is passionate about startups and venture capital, and she aims to leverage her skills to forge startups that can create positive social change. In her free time, Shantia enjoys singing, photographing, traveling, hiking, and reading.

Long is a data science and economics major and is a member of the university choir. He has also been a mentor to international students through CSSA and worked as a visitor guide at Ullens Art Museum. His experiences have taught him that education extends far beyond textbooks—it involves nurturing imagination, critical thinking, art, music, and an understanding of philosophy.

Ema is pursuing a major in civil engineering with a strong passion for environmental solutions and sustainable infrastructure. In her free time, she enjoys exploring different boba shops and cafés, as well as thrifting. She is also fluent in English and Japanese.