What does it take for high school students to break into the world of venture capital, and thrive?

Today, we're joined by three standout Venture Analysts from 1435 Capital who are doing just that. Meet Steven Tunison, Ansh Vasani, and Suhani Pandya, rising stars who've taken initiative in finance, entrepreneurship, and research long before most peer even think about it.

Steven is a junior at George School and an award-winning analyst with a deep background in economics and student leadership. Ansh, a rising junior at Stanford Online High School, is a club leader, scout, and founder of a nonprofit focused on financial literacy. And Suhani, from The Brearly School, brings impressive experience in industry research advocacy for women in venture capital.

Together, they're helping source deals, conduct due diligence, and explore the future of investing, all while still in high school. Let's hear how they got started, what they've learned, and where they're headed next.

Please welcome Steven, Ansh, and Suhani!

What does it take to thrive as both a creative and a business leader in the world of architecture?

Meet Eric Gartner, AIA, LEED, AP, principal partner at SGP Architects, where he has led the firm's national and international growth across the U.S., Latin America, and Africa. With a Masters of Architecture from the University if Virginia, Eric blends creative vision with a strong sense of environmental and social responsibility -- championing sustainable design and community-centered development.

As an architect, Eric realized that creativity alone wasn't enough to sustain and grow a successful practice. He shares how building business acumen, forming trusted partnerships and stepping outside his comfort zone became key to leading a resilient and respected firm.

From Rwanda to New York, from design to development -- please welcome Eric Gartner!

What if reducing hidden costs could boost your profits and set your business up for a successful exit?

Today's guest is Michael Neil, a cost-reduction strategist and executive advisor with Schooley Mitchell, North America's largest independent cost-reduction consulting firm. He helps business owners across the U.S. and Canada lower essential expenses, increase profitability, and strengthen their businesses for long-term growth or sale-all through a performance-based model.

Outside of work, Michael fosters rescue dogs with his family and serves on the board of a major hunger relief non-profit in Greater Philadelphia.

Please welcome, Michael Neil!

What does it take to thrive in venture capital while making an impact in public service and education?

Meet Ronan Pell, Venture Analyst at 1435 Capital, where he sources investment opportunities and supports diligence and fundraising. He's led a student investment fund, developed a national civics curriculum, and conducted real estate research at Linneman Associates. Ronan has also served as a Congressional intern and represented the U.S. in Taiwan through the NSLI Y program.

Today, he shares insights on early-stage investing , youth leadership, and building financial expertise through experiences.

What does it take to manage wealth with integrity and lead through service? Meet Donald J. Loff, a seasoned financial advisor with over 40 years of experience and a strong record of leadership in both private wealth and nonprofit governance. He currently serves as Treasurer at Capital Health. Today, he’ll discuss how to build lasting financial strategies while leading with purpose—both in wealth management and community service.

What does it take to fund the future of deep tech and drive innovation that transforms human and planetary health? Meet Sean O'Sullivan, managing general partner of SOSV, a global venture capital firm with 1.5 billion in assets under management, a pioneer in computer based street mapping and co-founder of Mapinfo. Sean has spent decades backing visionary founders tackling the world's most pressing challenges. Under his leadership, SOSV has become the number one most active investor in climate tech since 2017. With top portfolio companies valued in the billions beyond venture capital, Sean is a committed philanthropist directing millions to education and humanitarian causes.

What does it take to lead with courage, serve with purpose, and make an impact across industries? Meet John. D Hanson, a leadership expert, keynote speaker, and season professional with a career spent in the military, healthcare, ministry, finance, and manufacturing. From top performance at a fortune 10 company discerning as a senior leader in the Ohio Army National Guard, John has earned recognition for excellence and resilience. While working full time and serving in the military reserve, he earned two degrees with a perfect GPA. Today John inspires others through his best selling books, Winning Secrets and Heroic Leadership as well as high impact workshops on leadership, trust, and service.

What does it take to help business owners achieve lasting success and navigate the challenges of growth? Meet Sal Levatino, a business coach. With over 15 years of experience, Sal specializes in transforming businesses by focusing on both effective strategies and seamless implementation. He works closely with clients to create customized action plans that turns today's transactions into tomorrow's transformations. Today, he's committed to empowering smaller businesses to reach their full potential.