Entrepreneur / Student

I am Ryan Venturi, a full-time entrepreneur and part-time student majoring in Creative Technology and Design at the University of Colorado Boulder. I'm experienced in most modern technologies—from coding, design, CAD, and everything in between. When I am not in school I am the Chief Information Officer at Pleiades Mental Health, an AI-driven mental health platform designed to be the leader in preventive mental health care.

Ryan Venturi

Featured Projects

25+ Projects Completed
500k+ Deployed Working Code
2 Companies Founded and New Venture Challenge Wins

About Me

Professional Profile

I am an innovative engineering student at the University of Colorado Boulder specializing in Creative Technology and Design. As a full-time entrepreneur with a passion for merging technology with social impact, I have built cutting-edge solutions—from AI-driven mental health platforms like Pleiades Mental Health to community-focused sustainability and outreach initiatives. My expertise spans full-stack development, advanced UI/UX design, cloud architecture, and hardware prototyping. I thrive on transforming complex challenges into creative, user-centered solutions that drive tangible results. Outside of school I enjoy being outdoors skiing, hiking, and white water rafting; I also enjoy traveling to new places and photographing my journeys.

Technical Skills

UI/UX Design

Figma, Adobe XD, Adobe Creative Suite, and more.

Web Development

HTML/CSS, JavaScript, React, Node.js, and full-stack frameworks.

Cloud Computing

AWS, Firebase, and scalable cloud architecture design.

AI & Machine Learning

ChatGPT, Claude, DALL-E, custom GPT models, and TensorFlow.

CAD & 3D Printing

SolidWorks, Onshape, SketchUp, laser cutting, and prototyping.

Hardware & Electronics

Arduino, electronic fabrication, IoT, and sensor integration.

Coding Languages

Python, C++, MATLAB, JavaScript, and more.

Key Achievements

  • Successfully led Pleiades through a $1M founder's round valuation.
  • Built a platform featuring 150+ innovative features and 30+ integrated APIs.
  • Directed digital strategy for a 2,000+ follower account for Zero Waste Outreach.
  • Launched a community-driven initiative that assisted over 1,400 unhoused individuals.
  • Played a pivotal role in establishing Delta Tau Delta at CU Boulder.

Experience Timeline

Pleiades Mental Health

January 2024 - Present

Founder and CIO, built an innovative mental health platform integrating AI and holistic therapy.

Zero Waste Outreach Team

Summer 2023 - Present

Directed digital strategy and organized campus events, reaching over 10,000 students annually.

Delta Tau Delta

2022 - 2023

Founding father and Petition Chairman, successfully established the chapter at CU Boulder.

Environmental Center Unhouse Assistance Program

June 2024 - Present

Launched a program that collected and distributed over 750 pounds of essential supplies to 1,400+ unhoused individuals.

University Memorial Center Board

2024 - Present

Contributed to financial, marketing, and operational strategies impacting over 7,500 daily visitors.

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