Founders’ Club
Founders’ Club is an opportunity for entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs across campus to learn about events and opportunities both on campus at UH and around Houston. By signing up for the club, you will receive:
- A monthly email detailing upcoming entrepreneurial events, job opportunities and entrepreneurship related programs both on and off campus.
- An invite to Founders’ Club hosted workshops and networking events covering topics related to starting and scaling businesses.
Founders' Club Student Board
Student board members help to grow Founders’ Club by planning events, booking speakers and promoting entrepreneurship on campus.
Fall 2026 - Spring 2027 Board Members
Hanan Aro
Hanan Aro is a senior majoring in Biochemistry and double minoring in Medicine in Society and Business Administration. As both a pre-med student interested in staring her own practice and a small business jewelry owner, she uses her experience to foster a creative a supportive learning environment for motivated entrepreneurs from all backgrounds!
Chris Dong
Chris Dong is a sophomore majoring in electrical engineering at the Cullen College of Engineering. As an undergraduate researcher, he works on edge AI for a research lab and builds simulation pipelines that generate data for machine learning. Alongside his studies, Chris is developing his own AI startup and works as an independent contractor for an early-stage company. He is excited to help students across every major connect, build and launch their ideas through Founders' Club!
Evelyn Marshall
Evelyn is a senior majoring in mechanical engineering and minoring in aerospace. She has a passion for design and for helping introduce students around campus to new opportunities to help them grow in both their studies and in entrepreneurial ventures, and looks forward to helping the new generation of students get involved in the Founders' Club!
Cameron McFarlin
Cameron McFarlin is a freshman majoring in Public Policy while training as an Air Force ROTC cadet. Grounded in a strong commitment to service, he is deeply passionate about driving civic innovation and creating meaningful impact in his community. Driven by a mission to unite diverse perspectives, Cameron aims to bring people together through collaborative problem-solving and shared ideas to inspire lasting, positive change.