Ben Rahnema

Ben Rahnema is a former PhD student, @ycombinator alumni, and a serial startup founder known for his diverse background in technology and innovation.

Ben pursued his academic journey by studying Mathematics and Physics at The Chinese University of Hong Kong for his undergrad, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Magna Cum Laude from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville.

He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science from Northwestern University, showcasing his passion for interdisciplinary fields.

Ben's entrepreneurial spirit led him to found and lead various ventures, including being the Co-Founder & CEO of Source.com, and previously owning Helphub and Bluelots, demonstrating his experience in the startup ecosystem.

His professional experience includes roles such as Software Engineer at Mavenlink, Co-Founder & CEO at Sell It Easy, Assistant Research Scientist at the Center for Quantum Devices at Northwestern University, and Computational Researcher at the Laboratory for Nanophotonics at Rice University.

With a track record of being involved in diverse projects and organizations, Ben Rahnema continues to explore new opportunities and remains an active figure in the startup community.