Hi, I'm Ayaan Muhammed
Tech entrepreneur and AI leader passionate about building innovative solutions and fostering vibrant communities at the intersection of technology and social impact.
About Me
I'm a driven tech entrepreneur and community builder currently studying at the University of California, Santa Cruz. My journey spans founding a college-counseling AI startup, leading operations for a youth philanthropy organization, and representing The AI Collective on campus.
What excites me most is the intersection of technology and social impact—whether it's helping high school students navigate college applications through AI, empowering young philanthropists to make a difference, or building vibrant AI communities that connect students with cutting-edge opportunities.
I believe in the power of collaboration, innovation, and using technology as a force for good. When I'm not working on my ventures, you'll find me organizing workshops, connecting with thought leaders, or exploring new ways to make technology more accessible and impactful for everyone.
Experience
University Liaison
The AI Collective- •Representing The AI Collective on campus by expanding outreach, building partnerships, and actively promoting engagement among students, faculty, and organizations
- •Organizing and leading workshops, info sessions, and networking events that connect students with innovative AI opportunities, thought leaders, and industry trends
- •Collaborating with campus groups, professors, and student organizations to launch educational initiatives and joint projects, growing awareness and excitement about AI and technology
- •Recruiting passionate students to participate in AI Collective activities, building a core leadership team, and fostering a vibrant, inclusive AI and tech community on campus
Chief Operations Officer
Junior Philanthropists Foundation- •Overseeing daily operations to keep everything running smoothly, aligning workflows, resources, and schedules so programs launch on time and teams have what they need to succeed
- •Coordinating planning for workshops, speaker events, and service projects, handling logistics, venues, setup, and ensuring supplies arrive when needed
- •Acting as the main connector for volunteers, sponsors, community partners, and internal teams, keeping communication clear, resolving issues quickly, and sustaining mission-focused relationships
- •Supporting team members by setting clear expectations, offering guidance and resources, and tracking timelines so the group stays empowered and goal-aligned
- •Managing budgeting and compliance, continuously improving systems and SOPs to streamline teamwork and increase organizational impact
Founder & CEO
ClarityAhead AI
- •Founding and leading ClarityAhead.ai, a college-counseling startup helping high school students navigate the application process
- •Managing a small developer team and collaborating with educators to align the app with student needs
- •Designing and executing marketing campaigns, reaching 250+ high school students and driving engagement
- •Leveraging generative AI and existing machine-learning models to power core features
- •Utilizing AWS and other cloud services to host and scale the solution for students across the Tri-Valley area
Projects
Rocket Design Project
Collaborated with a team of four to design and build a paper rocket projectile capable of flying 100 yards through a field goal post. Managed project tasks, resources, and deliverables while coordinating with team members on design evaluation, NetLogo simulation, documentation, and production. Successfully led the team through the design selection process, final sketch approval, and construction phases using only construction paper and tape, with a launch system operating at 80 psi.
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CSE Vex Vehicle Project
Collaborated with a team to design and build a VEX V5 robotics vehicle capable of autonomously navigating through a maze. Faced the challenge of fitting all necessary sensors, motors, and brain components within strict 8"x8"x8" dimensional constraints. Evaluated eight different design concepts using a decision matrix methodology, selected the optimal design, and received instructor approval before production. Contributed to vehicle construction while meticulously documenting the build process, design rationale, and technical specifications for CSE students to program the navigation code.
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Skills
Let's Connect
I'm always excited to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, innovators, and anyone passionate about using technology for social good. Let's chat!