The Board
Nice to meet you :) Take a moment to scroll through and feel free to reach out to any of us! We are here for you!
Isabella Thuras
President
I am a Senior studying Marketing and Entrepreneurial Management at the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management. I am passionate about meeting new people and traveling around the world.
Sophie Kinlen
Vice President of Marketing & Communications
I am a Senior studying Human Resource Development in the College of Education and Human Development with a minor in Human Resources and Industrial Relations. I love learning about the different journeys the speakers share at the club. In my free time I enjoy running, reading, baking and working in the University of Minnesota Aquatics Center. Go Gophers!
Pratishtha Praveen Kumar
Vice President of Engagement
I'm a Junior at Carlson majoring in Management Information Systems with a minor in product design. In my free time, I love exploring new places, meeting new people, and working on various entrepreneurial ventures.
Ilana Andrev
Communications Director
Hi! I am Ilana, or to most, just Lana. I study Computer Science at the U of MN CSE with a minor in entrepreneurship. When I am not trying to debug code, I like to play tennis, travel, and read. I also love consulting startups and helping you get connected at the U so feel free to reach out to me with any ideas or questions!
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Evan Jorstad
Co-Engagement Chair
Hello, my name is Evan Jorstad. I’m a sophomore at Carlson studying Finance, MIS, and Accounting and one of the Engagement Directors for the Entrepreneurship Club. I’m currently pursuing a career in management consulting because it teaches how to research, spot, and act on market opportunities, which I see as key preparation for starting or joining a startup day. I believe perseverance and the ability to energize others are vital for success in entrepreneurship and hope to refine and use this ability of mine to further club engagement.
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Shreya Sharma
Co-Engagement Chair
I’m a Junior at Carlson studying Management Information Systems and Business Analytics. Some of my hobbies include photography, dance, and piano. I am interested in entrepreneurship because I love the concept of making something of your own!
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Will Copps
Treasurer & Operations Director
My name is William Copps and I’m a sophomore at the Carlson School of Management, planning to major in Entrepreneurial Management. I got into entrepreneurship in high school when I ran my own clothing resale business, and I’m excited to keep learning and growing in that area. I’ve also worked as a bike mechanic at Erik’s Bike Shop and spent last summer as a counselor at YMCA Camp du Nord. In my free time, I like lifting, playing basketball, and spending time outdoors.
Jonny Alex
Marketing Director
Hi I am Jonny Alex. I am a sophomore at the Carlson School of Management, studying finance and accounting. I love traveling, golf, building connections and working on my startup.
