Beyond the Lab: Faculty as Founders, CEOs, and Board Members

​Are you an MIT faculty member curious about engaging more deeply in the world of startups? This IAP session is designed to help you explore your role in venture creation, whether as an advisor, board member, or even a founder.

​We’ll tackle key questions like:

• ​How do cofounders share responsibilities?

• ​What’s a fair equity split between faculty and student co-founders?

• ​Can I pursue tenure while starting a company?

• ​How much equity should I get for my student's startup?

• ​What are my fiduciary risks as a board member?

​Featuring special guests:

• ​Ray Stata, Co-Founder and Chairman of Analog Devices

• ​Hari Balakrishnan, Professor and Founder & CTO of Cambridge Mobile Telematics

• ​Fadel Adib, Associate Professor and CEO & Co-Founder of Cartesian Systems

• ​Alexander Amini, Co-Founder of Liquid AI and Research Affiliate at MIT

​Join us for an engaging conversation and a chance to connect over lunch!