Pragun Gupta

About Me

Hi, I’m Pragun Gupta! I love building things that bring people closer—whether that’s through tech, events, or just sparking good conversations. I’m always curious about the intersection of AI, culture, and human connection. When I’m not working on projects, you’ll probably find me out socializing, hosting get-togethers, or brainstorming wild startup ideas with friends over coffee. Right now, I’m especially excited about a music-based dating app I’m building—think matching through songs and personality, not just swipes on looks. Stay tuned!

What are some of your key professional/career interests?

I’m drawn to anything that blends AI, entrepreneurship, and creativity. Whether it’s figuring out how tech can make businesses smarter, designing products that feel human, or experimenting with startup ideas, I’m always chasing projects that connect people in meaningful ways. As someone who loves entrepreneurship and the startup world, I keep building solutions to any problems I come across in the society.

What are some of your skills?

Business analysis & strategy, AI product ideation, market research, project management, leadership & outreach, event organizing, C++, Python

What are some relevant classes/coursework you have taken?

ITP 449 Machine Learning, BUAD 312 Statistics & Data Science, BUAD 302 Communication Strategy in Business, BAEP 470 Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship, BUAD 313 Advanced Operations Management

What are some of your projects or achievements?

Startups/Projects
Founder, Enlightening Souls – A global nonprofit that’s held 50+ workshops across 4 countries, helping 1,500+ seniors gain confidence with tech and cybersecurity.
Music-Based Dating App – Currently building an app that matches people through music taste and personality instead of just looks.

Internships:
• Business Analyst (AI Fintech) – Learned the backend of AI systems and created user manuals for compliance and mortgage software.
• Ecosystem Ventures – Helped launch TechMint, a startup venture connecting product creators with investors, by researching and mapping startups across India. Further launched another venture project called TechMint Times, the media property of TechMint.
• IdeaSpice (Analyst) – Used Design Thinking to develop a marketing MVP for an Indian beverage startup.

Leadership Roles: VP of Outreach for VentureSC, USC’s venture capital club; Marshall Student Ambassador.