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Learn how to turn a technical idea from a lab, research, or vision into a successful business using the Lean Launchpad process (business model canvas, customer development, running experiments, and agile engineering). The Lean Launchpad (ENGR 245) Examine how leaders tackle significant inflection points in high-growth entrepreneurial companies. Learn how to develop principles as a powerful tool to face tough situations that you will encounter in your life and chosen career. Principled Entrepreneurial Decisions (ENGR 148/248) How does entrepreneurship vary by geography, race, gender, or other factors? Learn through case studies, forming teams, a mentor-guided startup project, research, and networking with top entrepreneurs and venture capitalists who work across borders. 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Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Main content start Strategy , eCorner , STVP News The Antitrust Paradox Antitrust regulation in platform markets boosts innovation but harms profitability—and the most innovative firms are the least likely to thrive. February 13, 2023 | Susie Allen In the landmark antitrust suit against Microsoft, Judge Thomas Penfield Jackson singled out one aspect of the company’s dominant power as particularly injurious.  “Most harmful of all is the message that Microsoft’s actions have conveyed to every enterprise with the potential to innovate in the computer industry,” Jackson wrote in his 1999 decision , adding that “Microsoft has demonstrated that it will use its prodigious market power and immense profits to harm any firm that insists on pursuing initiatives that could intensify competition against one of Microsoft’s core products.”   Two decades on, regulators continue to cite boosting innovation as an important justification for market intervention. But does antitrust regulation of a behemoth like Microsoft actually promote innovation as it intends to? Scholars have long debated this question, but it’s not easy to answer, partly because isolating the effects of antitrust action in the real world is so difficult.  New research by Riitta Katila of Stanford’s Department of Management Science and Engineering and Sruthi Thatchenkery , PhD’17, of the Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management sheds light on the matter by leveraging a quasi-natural experiment in the software industry.  The outcome of antitrust intervention on innovation is a mixed bag, they discovered. “Antitrust can be a lever for innovation, but we find it’s difficult for firms to create value after regulators step in. For instance, profits go down—especially for the most innovative firms,” says Katila, who is also Faculty Director of STVP. A natural antitrust experiment In their paper “Innovation and profitability following antitrust intervention against a dominant platform: The wild, wild west?” Katila and Thatchenkery focused on what are called platform ecosystems and complementors . A simple example is Apple’s iOS operating system. iOS is the platform; apps that run on it are the complementors. In some markets, the platform itself offers an in-house complementor service. Think of Apple’s own podcast app, which sits in the App Store alongside rival podcast players like Stitcher and Overcast. Markets where a platform’s in-house complementor competes with rival complementors are of particular interest to antitrust regulators because platforms can give their own offerings strong advantages—like default installation, high visibility, and interoperability benefits. Figuring out which advantages are fair and which are anticompetitive is the crux of many antitrust matters.  In the Microsoft case, the “browser wars” were the best-known example of in-house complementors scrapping with rival complementors, but the same dynamic was playing out more quietly with enterprise infrastructure software—a type of software that underlies companies’ complex back-end functions like database management, email servers, and IT security.  In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Microsoft’s Windows Server operating system was the dominant platform for enterprise infrastructure software—in other words, companies had to make sure their software worked on and “played nice” with it. At the time, there were five major enterprise infrastructure software markets: application integration tools, developer tools, database management, network and system management, and IT security.  Katila and Thatchenkery noticed that Microsoft had popular in-house complementor offerings in two of these markets—developer tools and database management—but not the other three. This created a quasi-natural experiment to test the effects of antitrust regulation. The final 2001 settlement against Microsoft was unlikely to have much effect on the three markets where the computer giant wasn’t an important player, creating a “control group”—but it should impact the two where Microsoft had significant market share, making them the “treated group.”  It was a hugely lucky break for the researchers. “When we collected the data, we saw that Microsoft is majorly present in two segments, which helps our design, but not the other three,” Katila says. “It’s perfect, and nobody noticed it before!”  After antitrust action, little guys innovate but fail to profit The researchers looked at innovation, as measured by patent activity, and at profitability, as measured by return on sales, among all the complementors in these five markets between 1998 and 2004, the three years before and after the 2001 settlement. They also looked at firm entry—how many new complementors entered the markets. As expected, little changed for the control group—innovation and profitability remained about the same before and after the settlement. But it was not business as usual for the treated group. In these markets, patenting activity across the market increased dramatically.  When Katila and Thatchenkery looked more closely, they realized that the bulk of the new patents were coming from the “little guys”—firms with limited market share. In contrast, the “second-best” complementors, the ones just behind Microsoft in market share, didn’t innovate much more after the settlement than they had before. Profitability decreased most markedly among the firms with low market share. In other words, despite regulation ostensibly aimed at helping them, the most innovative companies ultimately failed to thrive. Nor did new competitors come on the scene—contrary to what one might expect in a newly open marketplace, firm entry in the treated markets did not increase.  “Antitrust can be a lever for innovation, but we find it’s difficult for firms to create value after regulators step in.” – Riitta Katila “When the markets opened up, there was more innovation—and this is what regulators want. But all that innovation was by the little guys, who ended up spending the money on innovation but not reaping the benefits,” Katila says. “In contrast, it’s the number-two and number-three competitors who benefit. They got more efficient in their operations and at the same time didn’t spend on innovation. If the regulators were hoping to push down entry barriers and see new firms enter these IT segments, that didn’t happen either.”  In their analysis, Katila and Thatchenkery speculate that several forces contributed to the uneven innovation and profitability they observed. Antitrust regulation created what they call a “Wild West” in the two treated markets, where complementors were newly willing to try anything and everything but may have lacked the discipline to focus or identify the right opportunities that customers would have been willing to pay for.  Complementors, especially the smaller ones, may also have underestimated some of the infrastructural benefits of a strong platform and in-house complementor. 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I thought that was not really for… Learning Paths Learning Path Shreya Mantha STVP has been a cornerstone in my journey — STVP-affiliated courses, PEAK Fellows, and close… Learning Paths Learning Path Akshay Dinakar The chance to build something that could take an entire leap forward for humankind, as opposed to… Learning Paths Learning Path See more student learning paths Courses Design your entrepreneurial learning path with STVP-affiliated courses. We welcome students from any background, any experience level, and any field of study to accelerate their journey with STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center. Product Management Fundamentals for the Real Economy CEE 250 Venture Creation for the Real Economy CEE 246 Patent Law and Strategy for Innovators and Entrepreneurs ENGR 208 Explore All Courses Frequently Asked Questions I’m unsure which courses to take… I’m not an engineering student. Can I take STVP-affiliated courses? Yes! We encourage students from any Stanford school, discipline, major, background, and experience level to take STVP-affiliated courses and develop their entrepreneurial knowledge, skills, mindsets, and networks. I’m curious about venture capital (VC) and finance. Which classes do you recommend? MS&E 472  – Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders’ Seminar MS&E 140 / 240  – Accounting for Managers and Entrepreneurs MS&E 145  – Introduction to Finance and Investment MS&E 146 / 249  – Corporate Financial Management Courses in the Economics department and the Graduate School of Business may also be helpful. I’m looking to pursue entrepreneurial learning outside of the classroom… Which student organizations should I join? How do I join them? Visit the  Stanford Entrepreneurship Network  to discover groups focused on entrepreneurship. Attend the  Student Engagement Fair  in fall quarter. There, you can chat with current student club members, sign up for email lists, and learn more. You can also contact club officers via  CardinalEngage . Which STVP fellows program is right for me? Every STVP fellows program will connect you to a vibrant network of fellows and mentors, while you develop skills in entrepreneurial leadership and venture creation. Mayfield Fellows Program  – Learn to lead principled and responsible tech ventures while participating in a paid summer internship with mentorship from experts and peers. Runs Spring through Fall for Stanford undergrad and co-term students. Accel Leadership Program  – Build the leadership skills to solve real-world problems in a program anchored on case-based team learning. Runs Winter through Spring for Stanford co-term and master's students. Threshold Venture Program  – Develop leadership skills for the venture ecosystem. Runs Winter through Spring for Stanford Engineering master’s students. PEAK Fellows Program  – Develop principles for entrepreneurial leadership. Runs Summer through Fall for Stanford undergrad and co-term students. How can I engage with research at STVP? For undergrads, we recommend you start by learning about the  undergraduate research landscape at Stanford . If you are in the School of Engineering, the  Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)  may be a great fit. We also encourage you to apply to applicable Diversity in Research programs, such as  this one, hosted by the Management Science and Engineering department . For master’ students and undergrads interested in pursuing a doctoral degree, learn more and apply to the  STVP doctoral program  in the MS&E department. Learn more about  STVP-affiliated faculty , reflect on which professor’s research closely aligns with your interests. I’m working on a startup… In which classes can I work on my startup idea? ENGR 145  – Technology Entrepreneurship ENGR 245  – Lean LaunchPad MS&E 273  – Venture Creation for the Real Economy ME 301  – LaunchPad: Design and Launch your Product or Service MS&E 272  – Entrepreneurship without Borders MS&E 297  – Hacking for Defense BIOE 376  – Startup Garage: Design BIOE 377  – Startup Garage: Testing and Launch CSRE 161P  – Entrepreneurship for Social and Racial Equity EARTHSYS 213  – Hacking for Climate and Sustainability BIOE 375  – Biodesign and Entrepreneurship for Societal Health Where can I find Stanford-affiliated funding for my startup? There are equity-free grants available through Stanford pitch competitions ( BASES 100k Challenge ), accelerator programs ( Cardinal Ventures ,  SPARK ,  Innovation Medicines Accelerator ,  SENSA Labs ), and other funding sources ( Stanford research grants , Bio-X). This list is not comprehensive and we suggest you conduct your own search. Many campus activities facilitate learning from and speaking with venture capital investors, such as  Cardinal Ventures ,  ASES’ VC3 program ,  Lean LaunchPad , and  Startup Garage . Check out these videos from STVP’s Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders series on fundraising: To Raise Money, Find a Guide Mission-Driven Fundraising Thinking of Funders as Customers Finding the Right Early-Stage Investor Painting the Future Acknowledgements Our sincere thanks to  Brandon Farwell, General Partner at Xfund , for supporting learning paths and the Stanford Entrepreneurship Network, and to  Fenwick  for supporting STVP-affiliated courses taught by adjunct faculty, in partnership with Management Science & Engineering. Back to Top Email STVP Admin Login LinkedIn Twitter Youtube About Research Students eCorner FAQs Subscribe to STVP Connect Discover entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Stanford with our monthly newsletter! Sign Up! 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Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Fellows Programs Main content start Every STVP fellows program will help you develop as an entrepreneurial leader, understand how to navigate the venture ecosystem, and connect you with a vibrant network of peers, alumni, and mentors. Apply to join one of the select fellows cohorts brought to you by STVP. Accel Leadership Program Solve real-world problems via case-based team learning Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship Mayfield Fellows Program Experiential learning of entrepreneurship and leadership skills in high-tech startups Threshold Venture Fellows Leadership skills for the venture ecosystem Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Develop guiding principles for entrepreneurial leadership Back to Top Email STVP Admin Login LinkedIn Twitter Youtube About Research Students eCorner FAQs Subscribe to STVP Connect Discover entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Stanford with our monthly newsletter! Sign Up! Giving to STVP A gift to STVP helps provide students and educators around the world free access to Stanford Technology Ventures Program’s teaching and resources. 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Mental Health Tech, Mentally Healthy Startups [Entire Talk] | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Mental Health Tech, Mentally Healthy Startups [Entire Talk] Culture Startups can address important mental health problems, but maintaining mental health in startup culture is challenging. Maria Barrera Ravi Belani Stanford University May 29, 2024 Duration 48:18 Read Transcript Part of Series Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Season Season 23 Episode 7 Maria Barrera, a Stanford-educated engineer, is the founder and CEO of Clayful, a platform dedicated to providing essential mental health support for the TikTok generation. Today, Barrera’s company creates accessible resources for K-12 students and has already made a profound impact on thousands of students nationwide. In this conversation with Stanford adjunct lecturer Ravi Belani, Barrera shares her journey to founding a mental health startup and how she incorporates strategies for mental wellbeing in her life and on her team. This talk includes references to trauma and suicide. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a hotline for individuals in crisis or for those looking to help someone else. To speak with a trained listener, call 988. Visit 988lifeline.org for crisis chat services or for more information. The Crisis Text Line is a texting service for emotional crisis support. To text with a trained helper, text SAVE to 741741. It is free, available 24/7, and confidential. Video clips from: Mental Health Tech, Mentally Healthy Startups [Entire Talk] Founder-Market Fit 5:34 When you become obsessed with a problem, you can start finding solutions. Mental Health Tech, Mentally Healthy Startups [Entire Talk] 48:18 Startups can address important mental health problems, but maintaining mental health in startup culture is challenging. Gaining Startup Skills and Mentors 2:34 Find the organizations and people that can help you gain the skills to start your own company. AI and Mental Health Startups 1:50 Current AI tools have limits in the therapeutic space, but offer other opportunities. Mental-Health Practices for Founders 1:43 To manage the rollercoaster of being a founder, find the things that inspire you. Mission-Driven Hiring 4:13 Build a team that cares about the mission — and in building a company that can make the mission come true. Next Elizabeth Weil (Scribble Ventures) - A People-Centered Journey May 13, 2026 In your career and life, make time to be interested in others. Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Podcast Elizabeth Weil (Scribble Ventures) - A People-Centered Journey [Entire Talk] May 13, 2026 In your career and life, make time to be interested in others. Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Video Tracy Chou (Block Party) - Founding a Mission-Driven Startup [Entire Talk] May 06, 2026 Building a company that is both mission-driven and money-making involves a tango of tradeoffs. Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Video Tracy Chou (Block Party) - Founding a Mission-Driven Startup May 06, 2026 Building a company that is both mission-driven and money-making involves a tango of tradeoffs. Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Podcast Harry Tannenbaum (Mill) - Setting the Goal at Delight April 29, 2026 Delightful and frictionless products convince customers to change their behavior. Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Podcast Related Topics Culture Startups Strategy ETL Back to Top Email STVP Admin Login LinkedIn Twitter Youtube About Research Students eCorner FAQs Subscribe to STVP Connect Discover entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Stanford with our monthly newsletter! Sign Up! Giving to STVP A gift to STVP helps provide students and educators around the world free access to Stanford Technology Ventures Program’s teaching and resources. Give to STVP Stanford University (link is external) Stanford Home (link is external) Maps & Directions (link is external) Search Stanford (link is external) Emergency Info (link is external) Terms of Use (link is external) Privacy (link is external) Copyright (link is external) Trademarks (link is external) Non-Discrimination (link is external) Accessibility (link is external) © Stanford University.   Stanford, California 94305. Frequently Asked Questions | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Frequently Asked Questions Main content start What is STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center? For more than 25 years, STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, has been developing and delivering entrepreneurship and innovation education and research. Based in the Department of Management Science & Engineering, our core commitments are to serve all undergraduates and all STEM graduate students at Stanford University with rigorous education in entrepreneurship and innovation through affiliated courses, fellows programs for students, extracurricular programming and also to empower educators around the world with engaging educational tools and experiences via STVP’s digital learning platform  Stanford eCorner . But you’re the entrepreneurship center. You create startups, right? Brace yourself, but STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, believes entrepreneurship and innovation are about more than startups. We are solely a teaching and research center that helps students build their entrepreneurial mindset by developing knowledge, skills, attitudes, and networks. Doing so allows a student to fully leverage their education, in any discipline, to discover breakthrough ideas and create maximum value for the world. Other Stanford-affiliated groups do an incredible job of  technology licensing ,  accelerating startups  or  supporting entrepreneurship . We all play a part in this diverse ecosystem. I’m a Stanford student. What does STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, have for me? Congrats on getting in, and welcome to The Farm! Here are a couple of things we suggest: Decide your  Entrepreneurial Learning Path Register for the  Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Seminar  (MS&E 472) Apply to one of our  fellows programs Enjoy free entrepreneurship videos, podcasts and articles on  Stanford eCorner Join one of the many Stanford student  entrepreneurship groups   I’m a faculty member interested in entrepreneurship education. What does STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, have for me? STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, has a number of offerings for US and international faculty: Learn about our global partnerships Explore our  research  program, faculty and publications Take advantage of our free  Stanford eCorner  videos and podcasts that you can use in your classes   Does STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, offer degrees or certificates? No, we do not offer degrees or certificates.  Ph.D. students  studying with STVP-affiliated faculty receive degrees from the Department of Management Science & Engineering. If you’re interested in a certificate, we highly recommend the  Innovation and Entrepreneurship Certificate , offered by our friends at the Stanford Center for Professional Development. How can individuals, companies or organizations support STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center? STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, is sincerely grateful to our many past and present sponsors who help us advance entrepreneurship education and research. If you’re interested in getting involved or supporting our work, please email  [email protected] . Do you offer seed or venture funding to students or the public? No, we do not offer funding of any kind. Can my group get a tour or talk from STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center? STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, does not currently have the capacity to receive or present to tour groups. If you are visiting Stanford, we invite you to take a campus tour. Can STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, help me connect with Stanford students to work at my startup? No, as an academic unit at Stanford, STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, is unable to serve as a recruiting or marketing conduit between students and outside organizations. You are welcome to reach out to student groups directly regarding these issues or explore the  Management Science and Engineering Career Collaborative Program . May I pitch my business idea to someone at STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, to get feedback? STVP, the Stanford Engineering Entrepreneurship Center, faculty and staff do not accept pitches or provide feedback on proposed products or business plans. 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Accel Leadership Program | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Accel Leadership Program Main content start The application for the 2025-2026 cohort is now closed. Be notified when the application open  for the 2026 – 2027 cohort  and information sessions are posted! Sign up Build leadership skills through real-world problem-solving The Accel Leadership Program (ALP) develops entrepreneurial leaders through case-based team learning. Each year, 16 Stanford graduate and co-term students from across the University solve real-world problems with fellows and mentors.  Students work in teams with a high-growth venture CEO to create and present a case study on a real-world business problem. Over six months, Accel Fellows build a lifelong community and learn about startup strategy, organizational structure, fundraising, leading and scaling technical ventures, and operating models. Students will also have the opportunity to attend in-person site visits at local Silicon Valley start-ups throughout the year. Current Cohort Anshika Agarwal B.S. & M.S. in Computer Science (AI) Sahithi Ankireddy Computer Science (MS), AI track Anavi Baddepudi Computer Science (Human-Computer Interaction) Zeb Barry MS Aeronautics and Astronautics Kristen Corlay Sanmiguel M.S. Sustainable Design & Construction Sara El Baghdadi M.S. in Computational and Mathematical Engineering (ICME) Anika Fuloria MS Computer Science (AI), BS Computer Science (HCI), BA English (Creative Writing) Alex Georgiou MS in Mechanical Engineering, specialization in Biomechanical Engineering Akash Gupta MS MS&E (Technology Entrepreneurship track), BS CS (AI Track) Abbie Maemoto M.S. Management Science & Engineering (TEM) Roya Meykadeh MS in Management Science and Engineering, Energy/Environment Track; BS in Engineering with Honors, Atmosphere/Energy Track Andrea Mock MS in Education Data Science Naima Patel MS CS-HCI, BS Product Design-Digital AI Track Siddhant Sukhani Computational Mathematical Engineering (Mathematical Computational Finance Track) Alex Toews Electrical Engineering Olivia Velten-Lomelin MS in Mechanical Engineering Year-at-a-Glance MS&E 277A Winter Tuesdays | 9:30 – 11:20 am Explore how to lead entrepreneurial ventures including establishing startup strategy, forming organizational culture and effective team structures, securing resources, and building operating models that scale. Students will have the opportunity to attend in-person site visits at local Silicon Valley start-ups. Curriculum Highlights Entrepreneurial Mindset and Finding Your Purpose Values and Vision Team Formation and Culture Intro to VC and Sources of Capital Legal Matters and Regulatory Consideration Storytelling and Making Your Pitch Ethical Dilemmas and Venture-Scale Entrepreneurship Two Start-up Site Visits MS&E 277B Spring Tuesdays | 9:30 – 11:20 am Teams create a real-time case study with a current startup CEO/senior executive that tackles a real-world business problem for their high-growth venture, and present the case on the challenge and the potential paths to resolution. Students will have the opportunity to attend in-person site visits at local Silicon Valley Startups. Curriculum Highlights Four ALP Team Based IRL Case Studies with Start-up Founders Leadership at Scale with Guest Speaker Beyond ALP Panel with Alumni Two Start-up Site Visits Pitch Day with AMA at Accel Palo Alto Please note  that the curriculum is highly fluid and constantly evolving based on the interests of students and current topical issues. Teaching Team Tom Byers Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Mo Lei Fong Stanford Technology Ventures Program Steve Loughlin Accel Partners Sara Ittelson Accel Partners Kerry Wang Accel Partners Program Information The Accel Leadership Program explores how to lead entrepreneurial ventures including establishing startup strategy, forming organizational culture and effective team structures, securing resources, and building operating models that scale. Teams formulate a real-time case study with a current startup CEO/senior executive that tackles a real-world business problem for their high-growth venture and present the case on the challenge and the potential paths to resolution. Fellows will: Receive 2 units of credit for their completion of this program Benefit from access to faculty coaches and industry-leading guest speakers from Silicon Valley startups and venture capitalists Gain experience in solving real business strategy issues through interactive cases Master fundamental skills in leadership and entrepreneurship such as, organizational structure, securing resources, and operating models Build lasting connections through a diverse network of entrepreneurially-minded Stanford students and alumni from all majors and a cross-section of years Attend in-person site visits at local Silicon Valley start-ups Receive 1:1 mentorship with an Accel partner Have the opportunity to present at the “Pitch Day” with Accel partners Eligibility: Must be an active graduate and co-terminal Stanford student during the program Who Should Apply? Students from any discipline or major are encouraged to apply Applicants do not need to have a product idea in mind or built to apply Testimonials Yang Fan Yun "ALP allowed me to reckon with the most pressing questions in starting a company — from finding co… Testimonial Accel Leadership Program Angelina You "ALP was a truly transformative experience for me. It immersed me deeply in the entrepreneurial… Testimonial Accel Leadership Program Fahad Nabi "ALP was the most enriching and fulfilling experience for my entrepreneurial education at Stanford –… Testimonial Accel Leadership Program See all Accel Fellows Testimonials Alumni Class of 2025 Neha Balamurugan Alina Santander Loubaba El Ayoubi Olivia Lee Kabir Jolly Athena Shiravi Elsa Bismuth Thomas Escudero Advit Deepak Julien Buist-Thuillier Jayendra Chauhan  AJ Phillips Tireni Ajilore Katharina Rohr Ina Natseva All Accel Leadership Program Alumni Acknowledgements STVP extends its deep appreciation to Accel for supporting this program for Stanford students. Back to Top Email STVP Admin Login LinkedIn Twitter Youtube About Research Students eCorner FAQs Subscribe to STVP Connect Discover entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Stanford with our monthly newsletter! Sign Up! 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Crisis Innovation | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Crisis Innovation Main content start About this Series A crisis is an opportunity to think like an entrepreneur. For this series, we pulled together video clips, articles and podcast episodes about how innovators find agency amid recessions, disruptions and uncertainties. The Latest Building Better Online Communities [Entire Talk] November 18, 2020 How can you build respect into a social network? Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Video Crisis Innovation Back to Top Email STVP Admin Login LinkedIn Twitter Youtube About Research Students eCorner FAQs Subscribe to STVP Connect Discover entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Stanford with our monthly newsletter! Sign Up! Giving to STVP A gift to STVP helps provide students and educators around the world free access to Stanford Technology Ventures Program’s teaching and resources. 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Student Programs | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Student Programs Main content start We develop entrepreneurs as global citizens at STVP. In innovative educational programs from STVP, diverse Stanford students from every background and discipline gain transformative learning experiences, a community of talent, and Stanford Engineering’s spirit of groundbreaking technology innovation. Create your entrepreneurial learning path with STVP fellows programs, affiliated courses, community networks, the Stanford eCorner learning platform, and more! Fellows Programs Every STVP fellows program will help you develop as an entrepreneurial leader, understand how to navigate the venture ecosystem, and connect you with a vibrant network of peers, alumni, and mentors. Apply to join one of the select fellows cohorts brought to you by STVP. Accel Leadership Program Solve real-world problems via case-based team learning Site visits to local Silicon Valley startups 6 month program, winter thru spring 16 technically-minded graduate and co-term students Taught by  Mo Fong,  Tom Byers ,  Steven Loughlin ,  Sara Ittelson  and  Kerry Wang Tom Byers Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Sara Ittelson Accel Partners Mo Lei Fong Stanford Technology Ventures Program Steve Loughlin Accel Partners Kerry Wang Accel Partners Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship Stanford PhD cohort meets in autumn and winter Stanford postdoc cohort meets in winter and spring Seminar series takes place in winter Taught by  Keith Loebner  and  Fern Mandelbaum Keith Loebner Managing Director, Sutter Hill Ventures Fern Mandelbaum Lecturer, Stanford University Emerson Consequential Scholars Mayfield Fellows Program Experiential learning of entrepreneurship and leadership skills in high-tech startups Paid summer internship 9 month work/study program, spring thru fall 12 undergraduate and co-term students Taught by  Ann Miura-Ko  and  Tom Byers Tom Byers Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Ann Miura-Ko Stanford University and Floodgate Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Leadership skills for the venture ecosystem 6 month program, winter thru spring 12 master’s students and co-term students Taught by  Heidi Roizen  and  Aidan Madigan-Curtis Tess Hatch Managing Director, Stifel Venture Bank Aidan Madigan-Curtis Partner, Eclipse Ventures Emily Melton Managing Partner, Threshold Heidi Roizen Adjunct Lecturer, MS&E Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics fellows We are proud to announce PEAK Fellows is now Xfund Ethics Fellows. Develop guiding principles for entrepreneurial leadership 3 month program, summer 16 undergraduate and co-term students Advised by  Tom Byers ,  Mar Hershenson ,  Brandon Farwell  and  Jack Fuchs Tom Byers Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Xfund Ethics Fellows Courses We welcome diverse students from any background, any experience level, and any field of study to accelerate their journey through more than 30 affiliated course from STVP. Course range from beginner (no prior experience needed) to advanced and doctoral level offerings. Visit  STVP Learning Paths  to explore courses, learning journeys from Stanford students, and frequently asked questions. Community Networks Find connection by joining STVP’s community networks: The  Stanford Entrepreneurship Network (SEN)  is a working group of Stanford University programs and student groups offering opportunities for the Stanford community to strengthen cross campus connections, learn from one another, and collaborate on entrepreneurship education and research projects. eCorner by STVP Each year, more than 500 schools use resources from STVP’s eCorner learning platform to teach aspiring entrepreneurs around the world. Visit  eCorner by STVP  to access thousands of free videos, podcasts, and articles to strengthen your entrepreneurial mindset with insights from Stanford faculty and industry experts. Back to Top Email STVP Admin Login LinkedIn Twitter Youtube About Research Students eCorner FAQs Subscribe to STVP Connect Discover entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Stanford with our monthly newsletter! Sign Up! 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Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Stanford Technology Ventures Program Stanford Technology Ventures Program The entrepreneurship center in the Stanford School of Engineering, STVP empowers aspiring entrepreneurs to become global citizens who create and scale responsible innovations. Main content start Ground-breaking Research Our leading-edge scholarly research creates a deep understanding of start-up performance and growth, technology innovation, and entrepreneurial policy. We focus on a handful of key areas to lead the future of entrepreneurship — including ethics, climate & sustainability, inclusion, and international issues. Explore our research Transformative Learning From affiliated courses to student fellows programs, we offer transformative opportunities to all Stanford students. Learn how to turn a technical idea from a lab, research, or vision into a successful business using the Lean Launchpad process (business model canvas, customer development, running experiments, and agile engineering). The Lean Launchpad (ENGR 245) Examine how leaders tackle significant inflection points in high-growth entrepreneurial companies. Learn how to develop principles as a powerful tool to face tough situations that you will encounter in your life and chosen career. Principled Entrepreneurial Decisions (ENGR 148/248) How does entrepreneurship vary by geography, race, gender, or other factors? Learn through case studies, forming teams, a mentor-guided startup project, research, and networking with top entrepreneurs and venture capitalists who work across borders. Entrepreneurship without Borders (MS&E 272) Explore all courses Fellows Programs STVP fellows programs will help you develop as an entrepreneurial leader, understand how to navigate the venture ecosystem, and connect you with a vibrant network of peers, alumni, and mentors. Apply to join one of the select fellows cohorts brought to you by STVP. Learn about Fellows programs Illuminating the path to entrepreneurial resilience The Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience and Well-Being  (SIER) is working to better study, understand, and teach resilience and well-being to entrepreneurs at Stanford University and around the world. SIER is a collaboration between STVP and the Stanford Mussallem Center for Biodesign. Visit SIER Strengthening the entrepreneurship ecosystem We’re leading an inclusive, global movement that elevates the standards of entrepreneurship through community engagement, educational content, and programs like eCorner — creating content that helps entrepreneurs bring bold ideas to life and supports educators in developing thoughtful innovators. Find the latest from eCorner Featured Content Get the latest ideas and inspiration from STVP. Video Mental Health Tech, Mentally Healthy Startups Maria Barrera is the founder and CEO of Clayful, a platform dedicated to providing essential mental health support for the TikTok generation. She shares her journey to founding a mental health startup and how she incorporates strategies for mental well-being in her life and on her team. Podcast Move Fast & Fix the Planet With less than a decade to avert the worst impacts of climate change, we need talented engineers and entrepreneurs to design and scale solutions. In this podcast, Stanford professor Mike Lepech uncovers unique aspects of climate and sustainability entrepreneurship. Article The Antitrust Paradox Two decades after the landmark antitrust suit against Microsoft, regulators continue to cite boosting innovation as an important justification for market intervention. New research finds that antitrust intervention helps innovation but harms profitability—and the most innovative firms are the least likely to thrive. Explore eCorner Back to Top Email STVP Admin Login LinkedIn Twitter Youtube About Research Students eCorner FAQs Subscribe to STVP Connect Discover entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Stanford with our monthly newsletter! Sign Up! Giving to STVP A gift to STVP helps provide students and educators around the world free access to Stanford Technology Ventures Program’s teaching and resources. 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Organizing For Good | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Organizing For Good Main content start About this Series Short case studies on purpose-driven leadership, focused on activating, sustaining, and scaling purpose. Curated by Stanford professor Pamela J. Hinds and Tim Weiss, Postdoctoral Research Fellow. Cases post each week. The Latest Sandbox: A Distributed Alliance September 25, 2019 To scale impact, find the right balance between intimacy and reach. Organizing For Good Video Episodes Back to Top Email STVP Admin Login LinkedIn Twitter Youtube About Research Students eCorner FAQs Subscribe to STVP Connect Discover entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Stanford with our monthly newsletter! Sign Up! 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LEAP! | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network LEAP! Main content start About this Series Take a deep dive into how to launch your career by unpacking the often overlooked and under-taught soft skills critical to the success of every entrepreneur. The Latest Meant to Be: Mentor & Mentee April 17, 2019 Seek mentors who are a few steps ahead of you in their career. Build authentic relationships by exhibiting gratitude and curiosity about your mentor’s work. LEAP! Podcast Episodes Back to Top Email STVP Admin Login LinkedIn Twitter Youtube About Research Students eCorner FAQs Subscribe to STVP Connect Discover entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Stanford with our monthly newsletter! Sign Up! Giving to STVP A gift to STVP helps provide students and educators around the world free access to Stanford Technology Ventures Program’s teaching and resources. 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Move Fast & Fix the Planet | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Move Fast & Fix the Planet Main content start About this Series Stanford professor Mike Lepech uncovers unique aspects of climate and sustainability entrepreneurship through interviews with experts in innovation, venture capital, policy, and more. The Latest Balancing Impact with Market Opportunity – Bedy Yang (500 Global) March 19, 2024 A strong team, a scalable idea, and measurable impact contribute to a climate startup’s success Move Fast & Fix the Planet Podcast Episodes Back to Top Email STVP Admin Login LinkedIn Twitter Youtube About Research Students eCorner FAQs Subscribe to STVP Connect Discover entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Stanford with our monthly newsletter! Sign Up! 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Threshold Venture Fellows | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Threshold Venture Fellows Main content start The application for the 2025-2026 cohort is now closed.  Get notified when the application opens  for the 2026 – 2027 cohort  and information sessions are posted! Sign up Develop leadership skills for the venture ecosystem Handcrafted for twelve Stanford master’s students interested in entrepreneurial ventures, the Threshold Venture Fellows (TVF) program provides a front-row seat to the world of venture creation. Fellows meet weekly for classroom sessions, guest speakers, and in-depth discussions about launching and leading high-growth, high-impact organizations. In addition, each Fellow will be paired with both an Executive Mentor and an Alumni Mentor. The aim is to not only build knowledge and skills, but also to form a deep community among both present and alumni TVF fellows. Current Cohort Yousef Al-Riyami Design (MS) Jasper Burns JD/MBA in Law and Business Administration Trent DiCicco Management Science and Engineering Meredith Gee MBA Kelsey Goune Translational Research and Applied Medicine Dandi Hardy MBA & MS Environment and Resources Rahul Penumaka MS Translational Research and Applied Medicine/MBA Ottavia Personeni Aeronautics and Astronautics Mehrzad Sajjadi AI, Robotics, Biotech, MBA Elena Sapelyuk International Policy Erica Zhou MS in Management Science and Engineering Lucy Zimmerman Computer Science Year-at-a-Glance Winter/Spring Tuesdays | 4:00 – 5:30 pm Fellows are immersed in the entrepreneurial mindset through group discussions, interaction with speakers, industry and alumni mentors,  and building community. Fellows meet weekly, primarily at the offices of Threshold Ventures in Palo Alto. Curriculum Highlights The Art of the Cold Email – Heidi Roizen How to build a DecaCorn – Aidan Madigan-Curtis How to start a company right out of Stanford – alumni panel Ethics – Brandon Farwell, Partner, X Fund How to build a successful company – Adam Lowry, founder, Method Soap VC 101 – Heidi Roizen and Aidan Madigan-Curtis The curriculum is highly fluid and constantly evolves based on what students are interested in learning and what is currently topical. There is also a weekend offsite to Lake Tahoe, where the students will take deeper dives into topics of interest as well as enjoy Tahoe’s beauty through hikes and other activities. Teaching Team Heidi Roizen Adjunct Lecturer, MS&E Aidan Madigan-Curtis Partner, Eclipse Ventures Emily Melton Managing Partner, Threshold Tess Hatch Managing Director, Stifel Venture Bank Program Information The Threshold Venture Fellows (TVF) program was created to serve the specific needs of Stanford master’s students, who often have previous career experiences yet have limited time to pursue entrepreneurial activities while at Stanford. As the Fellowship is relationship and engagement-driven, we seek to admit fellows who learn best from others and bring diverse perspectives to their cohort. Fellows meet weekly during Winter and Spring quarters for in-depth discussions about launching and leading high-growth, high-impact organizations. Class guests, including Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, lawyers, and venture capitalists, will be invited to give talks about their personal experiences. Topics include raising venture capital, giving a pitch, risk-taking and failure, ethical dilemmas, and work-life balance. Fellows will also have the opportunity to participate in hands-on workshops – past workshops have been on topics like negotiation, public speaking, cold email writing and storytelling. A key focus of the fellowship is building relationships across both Stanford and Silicon Valley. Fellows gain access to rich mentorship opportunities from industry leaders and TVF alumni. Fellows will also have the opportunity to build community with students from across the Stanford ecosystem. A cohort retreat will take place early on in the program, and fellows often form enduring friendships. Upon completion, fellows will join the highly active TVF alumni network. Eligibility Master’s & co-term students (co-term students must be in the final year of their co-terminal program) Must be an active Stanford student during the program Students from any major or school are encouraged to apply Eligible students are encouraged to apply, regardless of previous entrepreneurial experience. However, previous career experience is preferred. Testimonials Anna-Julia Storch "TVF is my home at Stanford. There is no group of people I trust more, whether that is on… Testimonial Threshold Venture Fellows Caroline Gao "TVF is an amazing program that brings you together with other empathetic, determined, and really… Testimonial Threshold Venture Fellows Simba Jonga "My TVF experience was energizing, grounding and special. Central to this incredible journey were… Testimonial Threshold Venture Fellows See all Threshold Fellows Program Testimonials Alumni Class of 2025 Theo Nash Ameera Waterford Jonah Bryan Priscilla Russo Njenga Kariuki Nikhil Jain May Levin Riley Nisbet Denise Dantzler Hannah Nabavi Grace Metri Maria Damian Ashna Khetan See all Threshold Venture Program Alumni Acknowledgements STVP offers sincere appreciation to Threshold for supporting this opportunity for Stanford students. Back to Top Email STVP Admin Login LinkedIn Twitter Youtube About Research Students eCorner FAQs Subscribe to STVP Connect Discover entrepreneurial learning opportunities at Stanford with our monthly newsletter! Sign Up! Giving to STVP A gift to STVP helps provide students and educators around the world free access to Stanford Technology Ventures Program’s teaching and resources. 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Emerson Consequential Scholars Program | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Main content start Program Overview A comprehensive deep-dive into the world of entrepreneurship The Emerson Consequential Scholars (ECS) family of programs offers Stanford academics a comprehensive deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship and what it means to embrace the entrepreneurial mindset in their work. Through workshops, team projects, case studies, field experiences, reflection, mentoring, seminars, and networking activities, scholars will build the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to tackle entrepreneurial challenges and incorporate those lessons into their personal and professional development. ECS offers three distinct programs: a PhD cohort, a Postdoctoral cohort, and a curated Seminar Series. The ECS PhD cohort meets over the Fall and Winter quarter. The ECS Postdoctoral cohort meets over the Winter and Spring quarter. The ECS Seminar Series takes place in the Winter quarter. PhD Cohort Tatiana Bellagio Biology Eco-Evo track Merve Cerit Learning Sciences and Technology Design Luis Delfin Materials Science and Engineering Kris Evans Psychology Youssef Faragalla Neurosciences Andrea Flores Pérez Bioengineering Sarah Jobalia Computer Science Gennaro Liccardo Chemical Engineering Jodie Lunger Genetics Santiago Mille-Fragoso Bioengineer Shahab Mousavi Management Science & Engineering (MS&E) + Emmett Interdisciplinary Program in Environment and Resources (E-IPER) + Computer Science (CS) Favour Nerrise Electrical Engineering Syamantak Payra Electrical Engineering Mikaela Ribi Chemical Biology Milenia Rojas Chemical Engineering Angela Tsao Earth System Science + CS Betty Xiong Biomedical Data Science Postdoctoral Cohort Soud Al Kharusi Fundamental Physics Marwa Atwa Chemistry - Materials Science Derrick Buchanan Precision Neuropsychiatry Lindsay P. Cameron Neuropharmacology Patrycja Dzialecka Neurotechnology Amir Eskanlou Energy and Mineral Engineering Lindsay Guzman Chemical Biology Byunghang Ha Microfluidics and Biophysics of cell movement Jeslu Jacob Sustainability Kate MacDonald Cell biology Yusuph Mavura Statistical Genetics Simona Meiler Climate Risk Leili Mortazavi Affective Neuroscience Fateme Nateghi AI in Healthcare Suraj Pavagada Adaptive Biosensing for Metabolic Health Stephanie Rayner Neurodegeneration (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) Norman Russkamp Gene Therapy, Blood Cancer, Stem Cell Transplantation Edric Tam Biomedical Data Science. Statistics. AI Zijian Yang Diagnostics, ultra-high-throughput screening Year-at-a-Glance Fall & Winter Quarter PhD Program The fall quarter is designed as a 1-unit course that meets for 10 sessions on a weekly basis. Through workshops, team projects, case studies, field experiences, reflection exercises, and mentoring and networking opportunities, students will learn how to foster the entrepreneurial mindset, address critical entrepreneurial challenges, and apply these insights to their personal and professional growth.  The winter quarter is a 1-unit course that meets for 10 sessions on a weekly basis. We dive deeper into communication and storytelling.  As a final project, students will create and deliver presentations to venture capitalists based on their research in a venture-style pitch deck. Eligibility This program is open to current Stanford PhD students who have successfully completed their departmental qualifying exams.  Fall, Winter & Spring Quarter Seminar Series The Seminar Series is a set of curated events that will feature an extraordinary group of leaders who have received their PhD, all of whom have walked a unique path and derived value from embracing an entrepreneurial mindset. These seminars will include speakers such as company founders, senior employees, government officials, nonprofit leaders, and top-tier researchers. Each seminar will be centered on a specific topic, such as artificial intelligence, climate, healthcare, robotics, biotech, and government. The Seminar Series will begin in the Winter quarter and continue through the Spring. Winter & Spring Quarter Postdoctoral Program The ECS Postdoctoral program offers a series of professional development workshops to equip postdocs with a holistic understanding of entrepreneurship, from building diverse and inclusive teams to raising capital. Special emphasis will be placed on applications of the entrepreneurial mindset to building and leading new organizations, whether in academia or industry. This program will begin in the Winter quarter and extend through the Spring. The cohort will meet every other week in the evening at the Emerson Collective office in downtown Palo Alto, beginning in February and ending in June.  Teaching Team Keith Loebner Managing Director, Sutter Hill Ventures Fern Mandelbaum Lecturer, Stanford University Program Information Both the ECS PhD and Postdoctoral cohort programs will provide scholars with the opportunity to learn about the entrepreneurial mindset and journey, including the skills and possibilities of technology commercialization, opportunity evaluation, and inclusive leadership. The programs recruit scholars whose research and ambitions demonstrate a motivation to make a positive impact on the world, and an interest in applying entrepreneurial principles to do so. In their respective cohort programs, scholars will: Develop a network of like-minded individuals from across Stanford’s campus to form relationships that carry forward for a lifetime Discover new pathways to translate their research to maximize its impact Tap into the entrepreneurial mindset and learn how to incorporate thinking into becoming a better student, leader, friend, employee, or whatever path is chosen next Improve written and oral communication skills Work with an interdisciplinary cohort to unlock diverse viewpoints and a broader worldview of the complex issues we face today Benefit from coaches drawn from faculty, venture capital, corporate, and STVP alumni leaders to who will provide feedback, offer different perspectives, and serve as access points to Silicon Valley and the overall entrepreneurial ecosystem Create a presentation of their own research, in a venture style deck Testimonials While the Emerson Consequential Scholars program (ECS) is in its inaugural year, STVP has had fellows programs that have served the PhD and PostDoc community over the years. Here is what they had to say about their experiences and why we are excited to offer a new program exclusively dedicated to serving this community of scholars. The STVP fellows program was one of the most formative experiences I had at Stanford, both in terms of understanding what it means to be an entrepreneur in practice and in providing me with an incredible cohort of similarly minded peers who I am lucky to still count as close friends and supporters today. Peyton Greenside Founder of BigHat Biosciences Stanford PhD in Biomedical Informatics All Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Testimonials   Alumni Class of 2025 Yudhis Xfund Ethics Fellows Program | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Main content start The application for the 2025-2026 cohort is now closed.  Get notified when the application opens  for the 2026 – 2027 cohort  and information sessions are posted! Sign up Build guiding principles and a network for entrepreneurial leadership The Xfund Ethics Fellows program, offers 12 Stanford undergraduate and co-terminal students the opportunity to develop their personal principles for entrepreneurial leadership and leading high-impact organizations. These principles are designed to help guide each fellow as they shape teams and align their career decisions with their values. Over the course of a quarter, fellows build a values-based entrepreneurial toolkit and community within their close-knit cohort through honest discussions and mentoring from alumni and peers. Class guests typically, including Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and venture capitalists, will be invited to give talks about their personal experiences. Fellows will be challenged to think about their behavior for situations including ethical dilemmas, raising capital, and valuing risk. Xfund Ethics Fellows is part of the  Ethics in Entrepreneurship Project  through  STVP . Current Cohort Anavi Baddepudi Computer Science (Human-Computer Interaction) Andrew Bempong B.S. Computer Science; M.S. Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) Keira Cornwell B.S Chemical Engineering Nubia Correa B.S Electrical Engineering Shizhe He B.S. Computer Science + International Relations; M.S. Computer Science Austin Ho B.S. Symbolic Systems (AI) Isha Jain B.S. Mechanical Engineering + Computer Science Michelle Jin B.S. Computer Science + B.A. International Relations Andrea Kitahata B.S. Symbolic Systems (Human-Center AI) & M.S. Sustainability Science Han Lee B.S. Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) + Economics Steven Liu B.S. Chemical Engineering; M.S. Management Science and Engineering (Energy and Environment) Obianauju Anita Mlemchukwu B.A. Economics + B.A Political Science (International Economic Development) Gabriel Nagel BA Economics + BA Philosophy + Minor Earth Systems Hakeem Shindy B.S. Economics Anika Turcotte International Relations Aarav Wattal B.S. Electrical Engineering + Computer Science Michael Zhang B.S. Computer Science (AI); M.S. Management Science and Engineering (TEM) Sasha Zhang B.S. Symbolic Systems Year-at-a-Glance Summer During the summer, Fellows are introduced to the program’s core ideas and themes through a curated set of readings. At the end of the summer, the cohort gathers to reflect on insights and prepare for in-person sessions that follow in the fall. Fall Fellows engage further with entrepreneurs and trailblazers who have had to make difficult decisions. They are made to think about ethics in the real world to hone their own values and principles. Fellows enroll in the following course for 1 unit. The fall sessions will be held in person and are mandatory. Student Leaders Sofie Roux BS Sustainable Architecture + Engineering Nico Zezza Electrical Engineering Student Co-Founders Brooke Martin Management Science & Engineering Gopal Raman Economics Faculty Advisor Tom Byers Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Mentors Brandon Farwell General Partner, Xfund Jack Fuchs Investor, Global Entrepreneur & Adjunct Lecturer, MS&E Mar Hershenson Pear VC, Adjunct Lecturer, Management Science and Engineering Program Information What to Expect The Xfund Fellows Program is an opportunity for Stanford undergraduate and co-terminal students to explore what it means to develop and practice principles in the context of ethical entrepreneurship. The sessions act as forums for the cohort of students to debate business dilemmas, hear from real founders, receive guidance from relevant mentors, and meet peers with whom they might build future ventures.  Through readings, weekly meetings, student presentations, students define a set of principles that resonate with them and are made to think deeply about decision making. Fellows Will Receive 1 unit of credit for their completion of this program Benefit from access to faculty coaches and industry-leading guest speakers from Silicon Valley startups and venture capitalists Develop a close network of like-minded individuals from across Stanford’s campus to form relationships that carry forward for a lifetime Create a principles toolkit necessary for leadership in entrepreneurship to brave future ethical dilemmas. Have the opportunity to present at a “Pitch Day” Eligibility Must be an active undergraduate or co-terminal Stanford student during the program Who Should Apply? Students from any discipline or major are encouraged to apply Applicants do not need to have previous entrepreneurial experience or a background in ethics to apply Testimonials Shreya Mantha "Come for the mission and stay for the community. This is the type of company culture that I aim to… Testimonial Xfund Ethics Fellows Jin Woo Yu "[Xfund Ethics] fellows envisions a future entrepreneurial ecosystem at Stanford that is as ethical… Testimonial Xfund Ethics Fellows Athena Chang "A lot of students graduating from college end up working at companies where their core values don’t… Testimonial Xfund Ethics Fellows See all Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Testimonials Alumni Class of 2025 Aaryan Shah Aksh Garg Analiese Bancroft Asukuku Songolo Benjamin Gao Emily Zhang Estella Zhou   Ezra Feleke Ismail Mardin Jackson Kinsella J Yim Jamie Ullman Joey Chen Juan Pablo Pacheco Lauren Owens Lily Loughridge Matthew Torre Muhammad Dhafer Murtaza Hussain Pear Chotbunwong   See all Xfund Ethics Fellows Alumni Acknowledgements STVP extends its deep appreciation to Brandon Farwell, Partner at Xfund, for supporting this program for Stanford students. 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Courses | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Courses Main content start We welcome students from any background, any experience level, and any field of study to accelerate their journey with STVP. These courses are a curated list of Stanford entrepreneurship offerings. The Stanford Graduate School of Business provides an MBA student perspective. Navigator offers an expansive list with the ability to search by quarter and key term. Course level definitions Beginner Courses  – All are welcome! No prerequisites. No prior entrepreneurial experience needed. Intermediate Courses  – We recommend that before enrolling in an intermediate course, students either take one beginner course, participate in an entrepreneurship club, or engage in small-scale entrepreneurship or design thinking projects. Advanced Courses  – We recommended that before enrolling in an advanced course, students take one intermediate course (or gain equivalent experience). Advanced courses usually involve intensive team projects. Doctoral Courses  – Open to Ph.D. students. Please check course details for formal prerequisites. In some cases, prerequisites can be waived at the discretion of the instructor. Explore STVP Courses Filter By Focus Area -All Focus Areas -Foundational Skills -Purposeful Entrepreneurship -Tech Leadership -Experiential Learning -Innovation & Creativity -Sustainability Quarter -Autumn -Winter -Spring -Summer Level -Beginner -Intermediate -Advanced -Doctoral "Hacking for Defense": Solving National Security issues with the Lean Launchpad MS&E 297 Instructors: S. Blank J. Felter S. Weinstein In a crisis, national security initiatives move at the speed of a startup yet in peacetime they default to decades-long acquisition and procurement cycles. Startups operate with continual speed and urgency 24/7. Over the last few years they've learned how to be not only fast, but extremely efficient with resources... Accounting for Managers and Entrepreneurs MS&E 140 Instructors: J. Lord Non-majors and minors who have taken or are taking elementary accounting should not enroll. Introduction to accounting concepts and the operating characteristics of accounting systems. The principles of financial and cost accounting, design of accounting systems, techniques of analysis, and cost control. Interpretation and use of accounting information for decision... Accounting for Managers and Entrepreneurs MS&E 240 Instructors: John Lord Non-majors and minors who have taken or are taking elementary accounting should not enroll. Introduction to accounting concepts and the operating characteristics of accounting systems. The principles of financial and cost accounting, design of accounting systems, techniques of analysis, and cost control. Interpretation and use of accounting information for decision... Big Ideas & Open Opportunities in Climate-Tech Entrepreneurship ENERGY 203A Instructors: D. Danielson J. Moxley J. Woodward D. McColl The purpose of this seminar series is to educate students on the key elements of 8-9 of the highest greenhouse gas emitting sectors globally, and open technical challenges and business opportunities in these problem spaces that are ripe for new climate-tech company explorations. Students are encouraged to take inspiration from... Biodesign and Entrepreneurship for Societal Health BIOE 375 Instructors: Narges Baniasadi Addressing societal health and the environmental/social/economic determinants of health is a new frontier of entrepreneurship to improve global and public health at scale. In this hybrid seminar-based and experiential course, you will learn about the scientific and economic challenges and opportunities for innovating in these areas. You will also design... Career Building: Entrepreneurship / Intrapreneurship, People, Innovation, Decision-Making and Impact CHEMENG 189 Instructors: Joseph DeSimone This course is designed to enable graduate students and advanced undergraduate students in science and engineering to hone strategies for career success. Drawing strongly on entrepreneurial principles and lessons from industry, the course complements the traditional curriculum by focusing on career-building tools that students need to improve their professional prospects... Career Building: Entrepreneurship / Intrapreneurship, People, Innovation, Decision-Making and Impact CHEMENG 289 Instructors: Joseph DeSimone This course is designed to enable graduate students and advanced undergraduate students in science and engineering to hone strategies for career success. Drawing strongly on entrepreneurial principles and lessons from industry, the course complements the traditional curriculum by focusing on career-building tools that students need to improve their professional prospects... Corporate Financial Management MS&E 146 Instructors: Blake Johnson Key functions of finance in both large and small companies, and the core concepts and key analytic tools that provide their foundation. Making financing decisions, evaluating investments, and managing cashflow, profitability and risk. Designing performance metrics to effectively measure and align the activities of functional groups and individuals within the... Corporate Financial Management MS&E 249 Instructors: Blake Johnson Key functions of finance in both large and small companies, and the core concepts and key analytic tools that provide their foundation. Making financing decisions, evaluating investments, and managing cashflow, profitability and risk. Designing performance metrics to effectively measure and align the activities of functional groups and individuals within the... Current Topics in Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship MS&E 370 Instructors: Kathleen Eisenhardt This course will cover focused exploration of contemporary readings and classics as relevant in strategy, innovation and entrepreneurship such as platforms, ecosystems, institutional logics, and strategic "games" in nascent markets. The course will include both content and methods discussions, including theory-building from multiple cases. PhD students only. Prerequisite: Consent of... Engineering, Entrepreneurship & Climate Change EE 292H Instructors: Leslie Field The purpose of this seminar series course is to help students and professionals develop the tools to apply the engineering and entrepreneurial mindset to problems that stem from climate change, in order to consider and evaluate possible stabilizing, remedial and adaptive approaches. This course is not a crash course on... Entrepreneurial Leadership MS&E 277B Instructors: T. Byers M. Fong This course sequence is part of the Accel Leadership Program which accepts 24 technically-minded students from across Stanford. The program focuses on how to lead entrepreneurial ventures, with a focus on startup strategy, organizational structure, securing resources, operating models, and how to build an effective team. There will be skill-building... Entrepreneurial Leadership MS&E 277A Instructors: T. Byers M. 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Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Ethics in Entrepreneurship Main content start Imagine a future where every student of innovation & entrepreneurship is equipped to brave ethical complexity.  Where every student is trained in responsible tech innovation. Where every leader has developed their personal principles. STVP is committed to elevating applied ethics in entrepreneurship. We produce world-class teaching materials and research that empower students and enterprises to adopt effective values and principles and utilize them as founders and leaders. Our Approach STVP’s Ethics in Entrepreneurship project sets a new standard for entrepreneurship education and research by placing applied ethics at the core. Our approach: Decision-making:  Teach entrepreneurs to navigate real-world scenarios with principles and values. Competitive strategy:  Make principled entrepreneurship core and authentic in all ventures. Purpose:  Inspire and empower engineers and technologists to build and scale responsible technologies. Impact:  Encourage mission-driven enterprises that embrace non-financial as well as financial KPIs. The Challenge Entrepreneurs shape every aspect of our lives. The effects of breakthrough technologies and disruptive enterprises cut across industries, institutions and academic disciplines. Traditionally, entrepreneurship education and research has made ethics an afterthought, at best. The next generation requires a robust toolkit for creating and scaling technology solutions.   The Opportunity Join us in propelling a new era of entrepreneurship education and research! We aim to: Help entrepreneurially-minded students develop their own principles and values. Research the link between principles and company performance. Become a beacon of principled entrepreneurship. Change is possible. We’ve seen it happen. STVP has advanced entrepreneurship education through collaborations with educators around the globe for more than 25 years.  Learn more about this pivotal moment in entrepreneurship education and research . Team Tom Byers Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Brandon Farwell General Partner, Xfund Jack Fuchs Investor, Global Entrepreneur & Adjunct Lecturer, MS&E Riitta Katila Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Anthony Ruth Director of Strategic Communications, STVP Xfund Ethics Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows , formerly PEAK Fellows, is an opportunity for Stanford undergraduate and co-term students to explore what it means to develop guiding values and principles in the context of entrepreneurial businesses. It will place students who are working in technology ventures into cohorts of eight fellow students. Through readings and bi-weekly meetings, each student will define a set of principles that resonates with them. These principles will be designed to guide fellows in the future as they shape teams and seek to align their career decisions with their values. The Xfund Ethics Fellows will come away with a heightened understanding of their own values, a close-knit community of peers, and the tools necessary to brave ethical dilemmas in the future. Learn more about Xfund Ethics Fellows Courses Principled Entrepreneurial Decisions Jack Fuchs co-teaches Principled Entrepreneurial Decisions (ENGR 148/248). (Image credit: Andrew Brodhead/Stanford Report) This course (ENGR 148/248) examines how leaders tackle significant inflection points that occur in high-growth entrepreneurial companies. Students learn to develop principles as a powerful tool to face tough situations they will encounter in their lives and career. Cases and guest speakers discuss the business rationale for decisions taken and how their principles affected those decisions. A capstone project provides frameworks for students to develop their own set of principles. Principled Entrepreneurial Decisions   Explore more courses on Learning Paths Select “Purposeful Entrepreneurship” for ethics-specific courses. Resources Articles Links Stanford eCorner Teaching Principled Entrepreneurship Stanford eCorner The Student Role in Shaping Entrepreneurial Ethics National Academy of Engineering (NAE) Empowering Future Engineers with Ethical Thinking (featured in The Bridge: 50th Anniversary Edition ) Harvard Business Review The Era of “Move Fast and Break Things” Is Over Harvard Business Review Entrepreneurs and the Truth Harvard Business Review It’s Time to Define Your Company’s Principles Academy of Management Insights Facing an Ethical Dilemma? Try This Approach Stanford Insights Are You an Ethical Leader? NYU Entrepreneurial Institute Ethical Entrepreneurship in Education VentureWell 4 Strategies to Integrate Ethics into Entrepreneurship Education Videos & Podcasts Links Stanford eCorner Stanford Innovation Lab: The Entrepreneurship & Ethics Podcast Stanford eCorner Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Podcast: Infusing Decisions with Principles Stanford Engineering The Future of Everything Podcast: Riitta Katila: How diversity drives innovation Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholars Leading Matters Podcast: Leading with integrity: The power of trust and ethics in leadership Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship Making the Ethical Decision (Video & Podcast) Harvard Business Review Developing Principled Decision Makers Technology and Innovation Management Panel Discussion: Responsible and Ethical Innovation Books Links Harper System Error: Where Big Tech Went Wrong And How We Can Reboot Penguin Random House Why Startups Fail: A New Roadmap for Entrepreneurial Success Wiley Trampled by Unicorns: Big Tech’s Empathy Problem and How to Fix It Yale Engineering Ethics Applied Ethics Projects Stanford Ethics, Society and Technology Hub , a presidential initiative at Stanford University Ethics Unwrapped , a project from McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin Ethics in Entrepreneurship , non-profit founded by the Theranos whistleblowers Technology Ethics , a key focus area at the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University Listen to The Podcast  Stanford Innovation Lab: Entrepreneurship & Ethics Stanford eCorner · Facing a Crisis with Principles Watch the Playlist  8 Videos for Educators To Use In Courses Acknowledgements We are grateful to the following individuals for their support of STVP’s ethics initiative. 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Research | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Research Main content start Leading-edge research on entrepreneurial policy, business strategy and innovation in technology-driven markets. STVP advances ground-breaking research on technology entrepreneurship and innovation. STVP’s leading-edge scholarly research creates a deep understanding of start-up performance and growth, technology innovation, and entrepreneurial policy. Our rigorous approach provides accessible insights that entrepreneurs apply in practice, while also improving the theoretical understanding of entrepreneurship. Research from STVP explores how complex interactions between new technologies, firm strategies, and policy interventions impact economic development and the growth of technology ventures. Research Themes The research of STVP, faculty, students and alumni helps deepen our understanding of entrepreneurial policy, business strategy and innovation in technology-driven markets. Our work combines theoretical ideas with field-based studies on the real-world challenges and opportunities presented to technology firms in various global contexts with distinct social norms and policy interventions. Our insights are strengthened both by the multi-disciplinary expertise in Stanford’s School of Engineering and our proximity to Silicon Valley.  STVP projects examine a range of topics, such as : globalization and entrepreneurship in emerging economies partner relationships and network formation firm strategy and competition STVP research relies on a variety of methods, including large-scale statistical analysis, laboratory experiments, simulation and qualitative research, such as interviews. Our research focuses on a variety of technologies with particular emphasis on digital communication, medical devices, clean-tech Research Focus Entrepreneurial Policy and Innovation Core Questions How do government incentives and regulations impact scientific research, innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurial activity? How do social norms, surrounding institutions and supports — from academic institutions to social movements and capital structures — affect the development of new technology ventures? Learn More About STVP’s Research The Antitrust Paradox The Rise of Entrepreneurial Policy How Chinese Cities are Spurring Innovation Is Government Funding Good for Your Startup? How Competition Ups Your Innovation Game Platforms and Entrepreneurial Tie Formation Lean Startup and Who Harnesses the Benefits? Doctoral Program STVP’s doctoral program prepares students to become leading academic experts on technology entrepreneurship, both in terms of policy (comparative contexts and external interventions) and practice (innovation and business strategy). Our doctoral students produce research and sharpen both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies with the mentorship of leading-edge faculty. Learn how to apply to study with STVP and earn your doctoral degree with MS&E Applications must be submitted via STVP’s home department, Management Science & Engineering (MS&E) and by selecting one of STVP’s research specialties as an academic interest.   STVP’s Research Specialties Entrepreneurial Policy Focus on the role of public policy in shaping the rate, nature and success of entrepreneurial activities as well as the formation of new ventures Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Focus on innovation, competition and collaboration in the context of both established firms and new ventures The faculty welcomes applications from students with social science or technical degrees — the blending of engineering and social science is the department’s trademark. Our doctoral students combine studies in engineering, economics, management, sociology, and psychology to gain a unique and balanced perspective. Our students not only take courses in MS&E, but also have access to Stanford’s entire policy and organizational studies communities, which provide internationally renowned thought leadership. STVP doctoral students typically complete degree requirements in four to five years. Students complete both a written comprehensive exam and a second-year paper, displaying both a literature review covering the first two years of coursework, and some original analysis in organizational studies. Most program graduates pursue academic careers at leading business and engineering schools, or explore career opportunities in industry. To learn more about the program, visit:  Application Submission   MS&E PhD Course and Degree Requirements   Financial Aid   MS&E PhD Research Specializations PhD Students Wajeeha Ahmad Yikai Cao Christopher Flowers Cuehyon Kim Yuxiang Liu Josh Lyman Ashley Olds Philipp Reineke Yulia Venichenko Guankai Zhai Xilan Zhang PhD Alumni Our PhD graduates become leading academics and hold positions at Carnegie Mellon, Harvard University, INSEAD, Northwestern University, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and many more. Daniel Armanios  (2015) Assistant Professor, Department of Engineering and Public Policy, Carnegie Mellon University Dissertation:  What is the Role of the State in Entrepreneurship and Venture Performance? Jiang Bian  (2021) Assistant Professor in Management and Strategy, The University of Hong Kong Dissertation:  Collaborative Innovation: The Antecedents, Consequences, and Valuation of Technological Resource Contributions Christopher B. Bingham  (2005) Area Chair of Strategy and Entrepreneurship and Phillip Hettleman Distinguished Scholar, University of North Carolina — Chapel Hill Dissertation:  Learning from Heterogeneous Experience: The internationalization of entrepreneurial firms Robert Bremner  (2020) Corporate Strategy, Electronic Arts Dissertation:  User Community Innovation: Implications for Firm Strategy, Organizing and Performance Shona Brown (1995) Member of Corporate Boards; Former Google Senior VP Dissertation:  A Multiple Horizon Strategy for Managing Time in High Technology Environments: The Case of Multiple Product Development Projects Eric Chen  (2007) Vice President of Program & Portfolio Management, Cognoa Dissertation:  Strategy as Competitive Moves: Extending Competitive Dynamics Research to New Markets and New Moves Robert Eberhart  (2013) Associate Director, Research on Entrepreneurship and Society, Stanford University Dissertation:  Institutional Change and Entrepreneurship Nathan Furr  (2009) Associate Professor of Strategy, INSEAD Dissertation:  Cognitive Flexibility: The Adaptive Reality of Concrete Organization Change Charles Galunic  (1994) Professor of Organizational Behaviour, Aviva Chair in Leadership, INSEAD Dissertation:  The Evolution of Intracorporate Domains: divisional charter losses in high-technology multidivisional corporations Sam Garg  (2011) Assistant Professor, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology Dissertation:  Decoding the CEO-Board Relationship: Strategic Decision Making and Monitoring in Entrepreneurial Firms Eliza About Us | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network About Us Main content start Mission We empower aspiring entrepreneurs to become global citizens who create and scale responsible innovations Vision Imagine a future where every entrepreneur sees themself as a global citizen who acts in the interest of others. A future where responsible innovation practices are standard operating procedure. A future where entrepreneurs scale solutions that elevate joy, health, and prosperity for all. As humanity grapples with dilemmas of extraordinary complexity and global scale, STVP, housed in the Department of Management Science & Engineering, is leading a movement to educate leaders who will solve the major challenges of the 21st century. We deliver transformational experiences that equip aspiring entrepreneurs — from all backgrounds, disciplines, and areas of the world — with the ability to solve problems by harnessing engineering principles, ethical decision-making, and emerging technologies. Our vision anchors on three strategic action areas: Advance ground-breaking  research  on technology entrepreneurship and innovation. Leading-edge scholarly research from STVP creates a deep understanding of start-up performance and growth, technology innovation, and entrepreneurial policy. Our rigorous approach provides accessible insights that entrepreneurs apply in practice, while also improving the theoretical understanding of entrepreneurship. Create and deliver  teaching and learning  approaches that develop entrepreneurs as global citizens. Through innovative educational programs from STVP, Stanford students from every discipline gain transformative learning experiences, a community of talent, and Stanford Engineering’s spirit of groundbreaking technology innovation. Our pioneering pedagogies and widely accessible curriculum resources power learning experiences around the world. Scale responsible innovation practices with stakeholders in  communities  around the world. STVP is leading an inclusive, global movement that elevates the standards of entrepreneurship. Working with diverse communities of entrepreneurship educators, startup teams, investors, and policymakers, we strengthen ecosystems together. At STVP, we blaze new paths for powerful experiential teaching, uncover novel research insights, foster knowledge networks that span the globe, and activate aspiring entrepreneurs to create meaningful change in their lives and for their communities. With more than 25 years of impact and a vibrant global network, STVP is uniquely positioned to lead the next wave of entrepreneurship education. Read about our Latest programs and center highlights in our Annual Reports View our Annual Reports Center Leadership Tom Byers Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Chuck Eesley Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Kathleen Eisenhardt Professor Emerita, MS&E and Faculty Director Emerita, STVP Riitta Katila Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Michael Lepech Professor, Civil & Environmental Engineering and Faculty Director, STVP Tina Seelig Executive Director, Knight-Hennessy Scholars and Director Emerita, STVP Ash Wallington Executive Director, STVP Affiliated Faculty Tom Byers Management Science & Engineering Joseph Desimone Chemical Engineering Chuck Eesley Management Science & Engineering Kathleen Eisenhardt Management Science & Engineering Ashish Goel Management Science & Engineering Pamela Hinds Management Science & Engineering Riitta Katila Management Science & Engineering Arvind Karunakaran Management Science & Engineering Michael Lepech Civil & Environmental Engineering Amin Saberi Management Science & Engineering Alicia Sheares Management Science & Engineering Robert Sutton Management Science & Engineering Melissa Valentine Management Science & Engineering Staff Ankita Bhanot Events & Program Operations Coordinator, STVP Irene Ai Hsu Finance and Administrative Manager, STVP Mandy Llerena-Weiks Program Manager, STVP Holly McCall Program Manager, STVP Anthony Ruth Director of Strategic Communications, STVP Pamela Sziebert Director, Product and Programs, STVP Ash Wallington Executive Director, STVP Adjuncts & Lecturers Ravi Belani Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Seminar Entrepreneurship: Principles & Perspectives Vimbayi Kajese Entrepreneurship Without Borders Valerie Red-Horse Mohl Entrepreneurship For Social And Racial Equity Jeff Epstein The Lean Launchpad Perry Klebahn Launchpad: Design And Launch Your Product Or Service Heidi Roizen Threshold Venture Fellows Steve Blank The Lean Launchpad Hacking For Defense Trevor Loy Entrepreneurial Management & Finance Fern Mandelbaum Emerson Consequential Scholars Anand Subramani Introduction To Product Management Mar Hershenson The Lean Launchpad Xfund Ethics Fellows Ann Miura-Ko Mayfield Fellows Program Secret Foundations Of Scalable Startups Mo Fong Accel Leadership Program Eric Volmar Entrepreneurship Inside Government Rebeca Hwang Technology Entrepreneurship Pedram Mokrian Venture Creation For The Real Economy Technology Entrepreneurship Victoria Woo Global Entrepreneurial Marketing Scott Sandell Principled Entrepreneurial Decisions Joe Felter Hacking For Defense Michael Lyons Venture Creation For The Real Economy Jeff Schox, Esq. Patent Law And Strategy For Innovators And Entrepreneurs Steven Weinstein The Lean Launchpad Hacking For Defense Emily Ma Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Seminar Entrepreneurship: Principles & Perspectives Lynda Kate Smith Global Entrepreneurial Marketing Jack Fuchs Principled Entrepreneurial Decisions Xfund Ethics Fellows Visiting Faculty Current Visiting Faculty Haiyang Li Rice University David Yoffie Harvard University Anthea Zhang Rice University Past Visiting Faculty Robert Eberhart University Of California San Diego Ricardo San Martin Pontificia Universidad Católica De Chile Sonali Shah University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Gurneeta Vasudeva Singh University Of Minnesota Anil Gupta University Of Maryland Stefan Meisiek Universidade Nova De Lisboa Patricio Del Sol Universidad Del Desarrollo Song Wang Zhejiang University Matthew Hayward University Of Colorado Alan Meyer University Of Oregon Patricia Thornton Duke University Noam Wasserman Harvard University Rahul Kapoor University Of Pennsylvania Andrew Nelson University Of Oregon Joe Tranquillo Bucknell University Poh Kam Wong National University Of Singapore Peter Kelly Aalto University Peter Russo Munich University Of Applied Sciences Mary Tripsas Boston College Eric Yanfei Zhao Indiana University Michael Lenox University Of Virginia Board of Advisors Ravi Belani Stanford University and Alchemist Accelerator Jason Cheng Livewell Neurosurgery Dan Dorosin Fenwick & West Jack Fuchs Stanford University and Blackhorn Ventures Tess Hatch Stifel Bank Mar Hershenson Stanford University and Pear VC William Hsu Mucker Capital Grace Isford Lux Capital Steve Loughlin Accel Emily Ma Stanford University and Google Andy Miller Google Ann Miura-Ko Stanford University and Floodgate Andrew Stanford Innovation Lab: Entrepreneurship & Ethics | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! 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Research | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Research Main content start Leading-edge research on entrepreneurial policy, business strategy and innovation in technology-driven markets. STVP advances ground-breaking research on technology entrepreneurship and innovation. STVP’s leading-edge scholarly research creates a deep understanding of start-up performance and growth, technology innovation, and entrepreneurial policy. Our rigorous approach provides accessible insights that entrepreneurs apply in practice, while also improving the theoretical understanding of entrepreneurship. Research from STVP explores how complex interactions between new technologies, firm strategies, and policy interventions impact economic development and the growth of technology ventures. Research Themes The research of STVP, faculty, students and alumni helps deepen our understanding of entrepreneurial policy, business strategy and innovation in technology-driven markets. Our work combines theoretical ideas with field-based studies on the real-world challenges and opportunities presented to technology firms in various global contexts with distinct social norms and policy interventions. Our insights are strengthened both by the multi-disciplinary expertise in Stanford’s School of Engineering and our proximity to Silicon Valley.  STVP projects examine a range of topics, such as : globalization and entrepreneurship in emerging economies partner relationships and network formation firm strategy and competition STVP research relies on a variety of methods, including large-scale statistical analysis, laboratory experiments, simulation and qualitative research, such as interviews. Our research focuses on a variety of technologies with particular emphasis on digital communication, medical devices, clean-tech Research Focus Entrepreneurial Policy and Innovation Core Questions How do government incentives and regulations impact scientific research, innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurial activity? How do social norms, surrounding institutions and supports — from academic institutions to social movements and capital structures — affect the development of new technology ventures? Learn More About STVP’s Research The Antitrust Paradox The Rise of Entrepreneurial Policy How Chinese Cities are Spurring Innovation Is Government Funding Good for Your Startup? How Competition Ups Your Innovation Game Platforms and Entrepreneurial Tie Formation Lean Startup and Who Harnesses the Benefits? Doctoral Program STVP’s doctoral program prepares students to become leading academic experts on technology entrepreneurship, both in terms of policy (comparative contexts and external interventions) and practice (innovation and business strategy). Our doctoral students produce research and sharpen both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies with the mentorship of leading-edge faculty. Learn how to apply to study with STVP and earn your doctoral degree with MS&E Applications must be submitted via STVP’s home department, Management Science & Engineering (MS&E) and by selecting one of STVP’s research specialties as an academic interest.   STVP’s Research Specialties Entrepreneurial Policy Focus on the role of public policy in shaping the rate, nature and success of entrepreneurial activities as well as the formation of new ventures Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Focus on innovation, competition and collaboration in the context of both established firms and new ventures The faculty welcomes applications from students with social science or technical degrees — the blending of engineering and social science is the department’s trademark. Our doctoral students combine studies in engineering, economics, management, sociology, and psychology to gain a unique and balanced perspective. Our students not only take courses in MS&E, but also have access to Stanford’s entire policy and organizational studies communities, which provide internationally renowned thought leadership. STVP doctoral students typically complete degree requirements in four to five years. Students complete both a written comprehensive exam and a second-year paper, displaying both a literature review covering the first two years of coursework, and some original analysis in organizational studies. Most program graduates pursue academic careers at leading business and engineering schools, or explore career opportunities in industry. To learn more about the program, visit:  Application Submission   MS&E PhD Course and Degree Requirements   Financial Aid   MS&E PhD Research Specializations PhD Students Wajeeha Ahmad Yikai Cao Christopher Flowers Cuehyon Kim Yuxiang Liu Josh Lyman Ashley Olds Philipp Reineke Yulia Venichenko Guankai Zhai Xilan Zhang PhD Alumni Our PhD graduates become leading academics and hold positions at Carnegie Mellon, Harvard University, INSEAD, Northwestern University, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and many more. Daniel Armanios  (2015) Assistant Professor, Department of Engineering and Public Policy, Carnegie Mellon University Dissertation:  What is the Role of the State in Entrepreneurship and Venture Performance? Jiang Bian  (2021) Assistant Professor in Management and Strategy, The University of Hong Kong Dissertation:  Collaborative Innovation: The Antecedents, Consequences, and Valuation of Technological Resource Contributions Christopher B. Bingham  (2005) Area Chair of Strategy and Entrepreneurship and Phillip Hettleman Distinguished Scholar, University of North Carolina — Chapel Hill Dissertation:  Learning from Heterogeneous Experience: The internationalization of entrepreneurial firms Robert Bremner  (2020) Corporate Strategy, Electronic Arts Dissertation:  User Community Innovation: Implications for Firm Strategy, Organizing and Performance Shona Brown (1995) Member of Corporate Boards; Former Google Senior VP Dissertation:  A Multiple Horizon Strategy for Managing Time in High Technology Environments: The Case of Multiple Product Development Projects Eric Chen  (2007) Vice President of Program & Portfolio Management, Cognoa Dissertation:  Strategy as Competitive Moves: Extending Competitive Dynamics Research to New Markets and New Moves Robert Eberhart  (2013) Associate Director, Research on Entrepreneurship and Society, Stanford University Dissertation:  Institutional Change and Entrepreneurship Nathan Furr  (2009) Associate Professor of Strategy, INSEAD Dissertation:  Cognitive Flexibility: The Adaptive Reality of Concrete Organization Change Charles Galunic  (1994) Professor of Organizational Behaviour, Aviva Chair in Leadership, INSEAD Dissertation:  The Evolution of Intracorporate Domains: divisional charter losses in high-technology multidivisional corporations Sam Garg  (2011) Assistant Professor, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology Dissertation:  Decoding the CEO-Board Relationship: Strategic Decision Making and Monitoring in Entrepreneurial Firms Eliza Annual Report | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! 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Mayfield Fellows Program | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network Mayfield Fellows Program Main content start The application for the 2025-2026 cohort is now closed. Get notified when the application opens  for the 2026 – 2027 cohort  and information sessions are posted! Sign up From Stanford classroom to global influence: A 9-month intensive that transforms 12 exceptional students into a cohesive community of entrepreneurs and leaders who define the next decade and shape the world. Founded in 1996, the Mayfield Fellows Program transforms 12 exceptional Stanford students annually into the entrepreneurs and leaders who shape the world. Our alumni have founded and built billion-dollar businesses, such as Instagram and Gusto, claimed seats on Fortune 500 boards at Starbucks and Disney, and even captured Olympic gold for Team USA in women’s soccer. Through exclusive mentorship from top venture capitalists, immersive startup internships, and expert-guided leadership development, you’ll earn academic credit while forging the relationships and skills that launch extraordinary careers. Join a lifelong network of 360+ accomplished leaders who’ve proven that ambition, properly channeled, knows no limits. Current Cohort Alexandre Acra Mathematics (BS) and Computer Science (MS) Nick Allen Biomedical Computation (BS) & Computer Science (MS) Kilas Gallimore M.S./B.S. in Mechanical Engineering Mia Garvey Mathematics (BS), Computer Science (MS) Eyrin Kim Computer Science and Earth Systems Aaron Lee Major: Computer Science (AI); Minor: Biology Andreas Lorgen Computer Science + Creative Writing Athena Muhammad Environmental Systems Engineering & Sustainability Science and Practice (MS) Rachel Owens Data Science and Social Systems (BA), Management Science and Engineering (MS) Ben Rosenfeld Data Science Lara Rudar International Relations (Energy + Security) Vincent Zhou Economics (BS) Year-at-a-glance ENGR 140A: Leadership of Technology Ventures Spring Learn the essentials of venture-scale startups and financing, product and market strategy, team building, ethics, and leadership. ENGR 140B: Leadership of Technology Ventures + Paid Internship Summer Complete a startup internship with executive mentorship, write about and analyze your experience, share experiences across the cohort, and visit other startups to compound learnings. ENGR 140C: Leadership of Technology Ventures Autumn Reflect on your learnings, teach a case study on your experience to other fellows and faculty, write and exchange insights about current inflections we are observing in the world that will lead to the next generation of startups, and learn from your peers to complete your program experience. PLEASE NOTE:  MFP class days and times are subject to change depending on the needs of the selected cohort. Teaching Team Tom Byers Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Ann Miura-Ko Stanford University and Floodgate Program Information The Mayfield Fellows Program represents Stanford’s premier entrepreneurial leadership opportunity, selecting just 12 exceptional undergraduates and co-terminal students annually to join an intensive nine-month journey in technology venture creation. Regardless of academic background or major, Fellows engage in rigorous coursework designed to develop the strategic thinking, innovation capabilities, and leadership acumen essential for building transformative companies. The program’s distinctive three-course sequence provides comprehensive training in understanding the underpinnings of inflecting venture startups, while a paid summer internship at a leading startup offers invaluable real-world application of theoretical frameworks. Fellows will create a cohesive community especially through the summer where many choose to live together in a house in San Francisco. Fellows benefit from direct mentorship by distinguished industry leaders, including startup founders, venture capitalists, and accomplished faculty members. The program’s academic rigor is exemplified through instruction by seed stage venture firm Floodgate co-founding partner Ann Miura-Ko and renowned entrepreneurship professor Tom Byers, who bring both scholarly expertise and practical industry insight to the classroom. Upon completion, Fellows emerge equipped with the knowledge, networks, and mindset necessary to establish and lead principled technology ventures that address society’s most pressing challenges. Eligibility Must be an active undergraduate and co-terminal Stanford student during the program Must secure a paid internship and reside in the San Francisco Bay Area for the Summer. If you are already committed to working somewhere in the Summer of 2026 upon applying, please ensure the company meets the criteria for our Mayfield Summer Employers. Who Should Apply? Students from any discipline or major are encouraged to apply Note: This is not an incubator or accelerator. Students are expected to work at a early stage venture backed startup and not on their own idea Curriculum Highlights Culture in Startups ( Josh Reeves, Founder and CEO of Gusto, MFP ’05 ) Importance of Teamwork ( Naomi Girma, US National Women’s Soccer Team, Gold Medalist, MFP ’21 ) Decision-Making at the Top ( Condoleezza Rice – US Secretary of State and Jonathan Levin – President of Stanford University ) Live Seed Stage Startup Pitches  Testimonials Michelle Lee "The Mayfield Fellows Program has given me a new perspective on my life and my career – it has… Testimonial Mayfield Fellows Program Paola Martinez "Mayfield fellows gave me a strong community of mentors that I can lean on to help me through early… Testimonial Mayfield Fellows Program Spencer Chemtob "MFP provides you robust foundations in community and curriculum to enter the always-changing… Testimonial Mayfield Fellows Program See all Mayfield Fellows Testimonials Summer Employer Info & Application Why host a Mayfield Fellow? Mayfield Fellows are 12 of Stanford’s most exceptional undergraduates —deeply entrepreneurial, highly selective, and trained to operate in ambiguity. They’ve been rigorously chosen for initiative, leadership, and the ability to deliver real impact inside fast-moving organizations. What we ask (and why it’s worth it) We know that this is a meaningful commitment. In return, you’re effectively recruiting  not only the intern you host but you’re recruiting from a curated cohort of 12 extraordinary connected Stanford students. Paid summer internship (minimum 8 weeks)  working on high-impact, real business problems Senior-level sponsorship  (CEO, founder, or VP)who meets 1:1 with the Fellow periodically to discuss progress and growth Hosting one in-person (for SF Bay Area-based companies) cohort visit during the summer While another team member may manage day-to-day work, the senior sponsor role is essential: Fellows thrive when they have visibility into leadership thinking and decision-making. To host a Mayfield Fellow, your company should be: Series B  or earlier (preferred) Bay Area–based or remote-friendly Offering a  paid internship of at least 8 weeks Able About Us | Stanford Technology Ventures Program Skip to main content Skip to secondary navigation Stanford University (link is external) Search this site Submit Search Menu About People Annual Report Ethics Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs’ Resilience & Well-Being (SIER) Research Students Learning Paths Courses Fellows Programs Accel Leadership Program Emerson Consequential Scholars Program Mayfield Fellows Program Threshold Venture Fellows Xfund Ethics Fellows Program Doctoral Program eCorner Videos Podcasts Articles Series Crisis Innovation Crowdsourcing Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders FRICTION LEAP! Move Fast & Fix the Planet Organizing For Good Stanford Initiative for Entrepreneurs' Resilience & Well-Being Stanford Innovation Lab Get Involved News & Features Events Subscribe to STVP Connect Giving to STVP Stanford Entrepreneurship Network About Us Main content start Mission We empower aspiring entrepreneurs to become global citizens who create and scale responsible innovations Vision Imagine a future where every entrepreneur sees themself as a global citizen who acts in the interest of others. A future where responsible innovation practices are standard operating procedure. A future where entrepreneurs scale solutions that elevate joy, health, and prosperity for all. As humanity grapples with dilemmas of extraordinary complexity and global scale, STVP, housed in the Department of Management Science & Engineering, is leading a movement to educate leaders who will solve the major challenges of the 21st century. We deliver transformational experiences that equip aspiring entrepreneurs — from all backgrounds, disciplines, and areas of the world — with the ability to solve problems by harnessing engineering principles, ethical decision-making, and emerging technologies. Our vision anchors on three strategic action areas: Advance ground-breaking  research  on technology entrepreneurship and innovation. Leading-edge scholarly research from STVP creates a deep understanding of start-up performance and growth, technology innovation, and entrepreneurial policy. Our rigorous approach provides accessible insights that entrepreneurs apply in practice, while also improving the theoretical understanding of entrepreneurship. Create and deliver  teaching and learning  approaches that develop entrepreneurs as global citizens. Through innovative educational programs from STVP, Stanford students from every discipline gain transformative learning experiences, a community of talent, and Stanford Engineering’s spirit of groundbreaking technology innovation. Our pioneering pedagogies and widely accessible curriculum resources power learning experiences around the world. Scale responsible innovation practices with stakeholders in  communities  around the world. STVP is leading an inclusive, global movement that elevates the standards of entrepreneurship. Working with diverse communities of entrepreneurship educators, startup teams, investors, and policymakers, we strengthen ecosystems together. At STVP, we blaze new paths for powerful experiential teaching, uncover novel research insights, foster knowledge networks that span the globe, and activate aspiring entrepreneurs to create meaningful change in their lives and for their communities. With more than 25 years of impact and a vibrant global network, STVP is uniquely positioned to lead the next wave of entrepreneurship education. Read about our Latest programs and center highlights in our Annual Reports View our Annual Reports Center Leadership Tom Byers Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Chuck Eesley Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Kathleen Eisenhardt Professor Emerita, MS&E and Faculty Director Emerita, STVP Riitta Katila Professor, MS&E and Faculty Director, STVP Michael Lepech Professor, Civil & Environmental Engineering and Faculty Director, STVP Tina Seelig Executive Director, Knight-Hennessy Scholars and Director Emerita, STVP Ash Wallington Executive Director, STVP Affiliated Faculty Tom Byers Management Science & Engineering Joseph Desimone Chemical Engineering Chuck Eesley Management Science & Engineering Kathleen Eisenhardt Management Science & Engineering Ashish Goel Management Science & Engineering Pamela Hinds Management Science & Engineering Riitta Katila Management Science & Engineering Arvind Karunakaran Management Science & Engineering Michael Lepech Civil & Environmental Engineering Amin Saberi Management Science & Engineering Alicia Sheares Management Science & Engineering Robert Sutton Management Science & Engineering Melissa Valentine Management Science & Engineering Staff Ankita Bhanot Events & Program Operations Coordinator, STVP Irene Ai Hsu Finance and Administrative Manager, STVP Mandy Llerena-Weiks Program Manager, STVP Holly McCall Program Manager, STVP Anthony Ruth Director of Strategic Communications, STVP Pamela Sziebert Director, Product and Programs, STVP Ash Wallington Executive Director, STVP Adjuncts & Lecturers Ravi Belani Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Seminar Entrepreneurship: Principles & Perspectives Vimbayi Kajese Entrepreneurship Without Borders Valerie Red-Horse Mohl Entrepreneurship For Social And Racial Equity Jeff Epstein The Lean Launchpad Perry Klebahn Launchpad: Design And Launch Your Product Or Service Heidi Roizen Threshold Venture Fellows Steve Blank The Lean Launchpad Hacking For Defense Trevor Loy Entrepreneurial Management & Finance Fern Mandelbaum Emerson Consequential Scholars Anand Subramani Introduction To Product Management Mar Hershenson The Lean Launchpad Xfund Ethics Fellows Ann Miura-Ko Mayfield Fellows Program Secret Foundations Of Scalable Startups Mo Fong Accel Leadership Program Eric Volmar Entrepreneurship Inside Government Rebeca Hwang Technology Entrepreneurship Pedram Mokrian Venture Creation For The Real Economy Technology Entrepreneurship Victoria Woo Global Entrepreneurial Marketing Scott Sandell Principled Entrepreneurial Decisions Joe Felter Hacking For Defense Michael Lyons Venture Creation For The Real Economy Jeff Schox, Esq. Patent Law And Strategy For Innovators And Entrepreneurs Steven Weinstein The Lean Launchpad Hacking For Defense Emily Ma Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Seminar Entrepreneurship: Principles & Perspectives Lynda Kate Smith Global Entrepreneurial Marketing Jack Fuchs Principled Entrepreneurial Decisions Xfund Ethics Fellows Visiting Faculty Current Visiting Faculty Haiyang Li Rice University David Yoffie Harvard University Anthea Zhang Rice University Past Visiting Faculty Robert Eberhart University Of California San Diego Ricardo San Martin Pontificia Universidad Católica De Chile Sonali Shah University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Gurneeta Vasudeva Singh University Of Minnesota Anil Gupta University Of Maryland Stefan Meisiek Universidade Nova De Lisboa Patricio Del Sol Universidad Del Desarrollo Song Wang Zhejiang University Matthew Hayward University Of Colorado Alan Meyer University Of Oregon Patricia Thornton Duke University Noam Wasserman Harvard University Rahul Kapoor University Of Pennsylvania Andrew Nelson University Of Oregon Joe Tranquillo Bucknell University Poh Kam Wong National University Of Singapore Peter Kelly Aalto University Peter Russo Munich University Of Applied Sciences Mary Tripsas Boston College Eric Yanfei Zhao Indiana University Michael Lenox University Of Virginia Board of Advisors Ravi Belani Stanford University and Alchemist Accelerator Jason Cheng Livewell Neurosurgery Dan Dorosin Fenwick & West Jack Fuchs Stanford University and Blackhorn Ventures Tess Hatch Stifel Bank Mar Hershenson Stanford University and Pear VC William Hsu Mucker Capital Grace Isford Lux Capital Steve Loughlin Accel Emily Ma Stanford University and Google Andy Miller Google Ann Miura-Ko Stanford University and Floodgate Andrew