Our Team
Notoriously the funniest, coolest, most talented, caffeinated, Slack-savvy, always ready to say “let’s circle back,” occasionally on time, and sent-from-iPhoning-est E-board at Columbia.
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Co-President
Michelle is a senior studying Economics and Statistics. She is originally from Minnesota. She likes exploring the city with friends, carving stamps, and running (occasionally).
Co-President
Naina is a junior in Columbia Engineering studying Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Political Science. She grew up in Moraga, California. Outside of GRC, she’s on the e-board of the Columbia Engineering Student Council, has worked with Goldman Sachs and a16z, and is building a startup in the healthtech space. In her free time, she likes playing basketball, running, and playing cello.
VP of Consulting
Sophie is a sophomore at Barnard College studying Economics and Urban Studies. At GRC, she has worked on projects ranging from energy transition research to media branding for major city nonprofits. Outside of GRC, she is involved with Columbia Women’s Business Society and urban economic development research. Originally from Atlanta, she enjoys trying new walking trails, lyrical and contemporary dance, and exploring NYC for its best dessert spots.
VP of Consulting
Maximilian is a sophomore in Columbia College double-majoring in Psychology and Information Science. He grew up between Paris and London, and speaks English, French, and Russian. Outside of GRC, he works on youth digital rights, advising tech companies and policymakers on how young people are affected by technology. In his free time, he likes traveling and fencing.
VP of Development
Karen is a sophomore in Columbia College studying economics and political science. Outside of GRC, Karen writes for Columbia Political Review, assists local New Yorkers with filing for small claims court, and scours the city for the best cup of froyo. Born and raised in Las Vegas, Karen enjoys reading, eating with friends, and spontaneous plans, no matter what they entail.
VP of Development
Milan is a sophomore in Columbia College studying Economics. He enjoys street photography and learning about music culture and history.
VP of External
Rabira is a sophomore at Columbia studying Applied Mathematics and Economics, where he is currently pursuing research on supply chain resilience. Outside of GRC, he enjoys lifting, running in Central Park, and cooking.
VP of External
Joseph is a sophomore in Columbia Engineering studying Operations Research, with minors in Artificial Intelligence and Economics. Originally from Hong Kong, he is also involved with the Multicultural Business Association and the Hong Kong Students and Scholars Society. Outside of school, he enjoys playing guitar, volleyball, and trying out new restaurants around the city.
VP of Digital Strategy
Anibal is a sophomore in Columbia College studying Economics and Sociology. Outside of GRC, he serves as VP of Membership for CORE and plays intramural soccer. He is also a devoted FC Barcelona fan.
VP of Internal
Samvrit Rao is a sophomore at Columbia College majoring in psychology. Outside of GRC, he is part of Columbia Bhangra, Columbia Synapse, and Columbia BPSHI. He enjoys working in the startup space, learning more about the world around us, and collecting football trading cards.
Every board member started as an associate.