Nicholas Azizian

About Me

I was born and raised in Los Angeles within a strong Armenian culture, where family has always been at the center of everything I do. That foundation shaped my values and gave me a deep appreciation for hard work, resilience, and staying connected to my roots. Over the years, my curiosity and love for building things led me to explore technology. Whether it was writing code to design systems or analyzing how complex processes work, I was forever captivated by the industry. I’m passionate about connecting creative ideas with real-world impact and constantly look for ways to bring structure to ambitious goals. Outside of academics, I love working out, playing basketball, cooking, and learning about investing. I’m someone who’s always exploring new tools, asking questions, and pushing myself to grow personally and professionally.

What are some of your key professional/career interests?

I’m passionate about building AI-powered products, especially in the startup, fintech, and broader finance spaces. I’m particularly interested in technical product management, venture-backed entrepreneurship, and designing data infrastructure that enables smarter decision-making in investment environments. Long term, I hope to work at the intersection of product, data, finance, and AI strategy either by continuing to build my own ventures or by joining a company that operates at the frontier of innovation.

What are some of your skills?

I’ve developed technical skills in Python, C++, SQL, and Java, as well as experience in data analysis, semantic modeling, and backend development. On the business side, I have a strong foundation in financial modeling and operations strategy. I also enjoy UX design and prototyping for AI tools. I’m fluent in English and proficient in Armenian and Spanish.

What are some relevant classes/coursework you have taken?

My coursework has given me a solid technical and strategic foundation. I’ve taken Programming in Python, Data Structures and Algorithms in C++, and Discrete Mathematics, which have sharpened my analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. On the business side, I’ve completed Advanced Business Finance, Statistics and Data Science for Business, Advanced Operations Management and Analytics, and both Financial and Managerial Accounting. These courses have helped me understand how to translate data into meaningful business impact.

What are some of your projects or achievements?

One of the most transformative experiences I've had was co-founding Zentrix, an AI-powered platform that automates key steps in launching a business, like branding, legal setup, and supplier matching. Building something from the ground up taught me more than any classroom could about leadership, technical decision-making, and staying focused under uncertainty. It pushed me to think not just as a developer or strategist, but as a founder, someone responsible for turning vision into reality while constantly adapting to feedback and limitations. Zentrix has deepened my passion for applied AI and shown me how powerful technology can be when it’s used to empower others.