Leïa Ryan

Leïa Ryan is a dedicated scholar and entrepreneur currently pursuing a B.S./M.S. in Molecular Biophysics and a B.A. in Philosophy at Yale University. As President of the Yale Entrepreneurial Society, Leïa is focused on transforming Yale into a leading launchpad for student founders. Leïa co-founded the Umurage Community Center in Rwanda, supporting school-building and primary education initiatives, and has contributed as a researcher in various prestigious labs, including the Qin Yan Lab and Kallyope, where they worked on cancer therapies and novel treatments for migraines. Additionally, Leïa serves as a Venture Partner at V11, connecting top emerging founders, researchers, and investors.