Katharina Rings merges cutting-edge AI with entrepreneurial education as Project Director of Harvard Business School’s Foundry. She leads the development of an AI-native platform that equips founders worldwide with the skills and tools to build and scale ventures. At Foundry, Katharina combines artificial intelligence and human-centered design to simulate real-world entrepreneurial challenges – such as negotiating, pitching, and sales – creating a personalized experience for learning and venture building. In addition, she coaches and mentors students at Harvard Business School as a Teaching Fellow for AI courses, helping shape the next generation of business leaders.