• Aras Sheikhi: Bridging Academia and Entrepreneurship for Immigrant Innovators (Part One)

  • Jan 22 2025
  • Length: 19 mins
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Aras Sheikhi: Bridging Academia and Entrepreneurship for Immigrant Innovators (Part One)

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  • In this episode of Startup Science, Greg sits down with Aras Sheikhi, a dynamic leader who transformed his academic career into a mission of empowering immigrant entrepreneurs. From pioneering blockchain research in Iran to founding the Janus Innovation Hub in San Diego, Aras shares his remarkable transition from university professor to startup founder. Discover how Sheikhi's personal experience as a first-generation immigrant inspired him to create an incubator that helps newcomers navigate the complex world of entrepreneurship. Learn about the challenges of leaving a predictable academic life, the importance of building a supportive team, and how immigrant founders bring unique resilience to the startup ecosystem.
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