From smart tech and sustainable farming, to music, wellness, and travel, ventures in the 2025 TIA Summer Accelerator reflect an incredible range of talent.
The accelerator’s on-campus boot camp will run from Monday, June 2, through Friday, June 13. Ventures will immerse themselves in pitch development, business modeling, and strategic planning.
From June 14 through July 20, teams will enter a fieldwork phase — working either on campus or remotely — to refine and test their ideas.
The summer will conclude with a capstone experience in New York City from July 23 to 25, including a Thursday-evening reception, hosted jointly with Colgate’s Entrepreneur Network, where students will share their journeys with alumni and friends.
Meet the ventures participating in this summer’s accelerator:
IntelliLight
Pahul Sachdeva ’25 and Aizaz Faisal ’24
IntelliLight is a first-of-its-kind smart lamp designed to enhance cognitive function and productivity through a combination of patented brainwave technology, smart focus features, and personalized study modes.
LJH Publishing
Lisa Heller ’18
Lisa is a Los Angeles-based indie-pop artist and founder of LJH Publishing. Blending music, message, and entrepreneurial grit, she’s built a platform that amplifies her voice both on stage and in the studio. Lisa will return to campus this weekend to perform at SpringFest and inspire the next generation of artist-entrepreneurs.
Rendezvu
Hunter Macy ’22
Rendezvu is an expert adventure network platform that connects travelers with professional guides by allowing guides to create detailed profiles showcasing their expertise, availability, and reviews, while clients can search, filter, and book guides directly based on their preferences.
Shneer Agritech
Diya Badola ’25 and Jahanvi Chamria ’28
Shneer Agritech is transforming traditional farming by harnessing automation, hydroponics, and data-driven innovation to cultivate the world’s most valuable spices with unmatched consistency and purity.
Vitalize
Talia Broder ’28
Vitalize is a tech wellness company introducing its first product: the Vitalize Alarm. It is an innovative aromatherapy alarm system that is targeted toward new moms and women experiencing menopause.
From Colgate to the Big Apple, and from big ideas to real-world impact, the summer 2025 team is set to innovate, inspire, and lead. Stay tuned for updates throughout the summer.