Our Team at Incuba Fund

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Jack Schlenker - Cofounder

Hi, I’m Jack – a Junior at Ridge High School in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, where I also serve as a Sailing team captain. When I’m not on the water or in class, I immerse myself in reading, playing games with friends, and exploring the challenges that affect our generation—locally, nationally, and globally. This passion for understanding real-world issues led me to discover many innovative ideas from young entrepreneurs who lacked the resources to bring them to life. That realization inspired me and my friend Leo to launch Incuba Fund.

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Leo van der Valk - Cofounder

Hi, my name is Leo van der Valk, a dedicated honors student-athlete at Ridge High School. Passionate to positively impact my community, I cofounded Incuba Fund with Jack Schlenker, hoping to aid young entrepreneurs in achieving their dreams. Aside from working on Incuba Fund, I like to go to the gym and race in sailing and skiing.

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MJ Chu - COO

Hi! I’m MJ. I’m a junior at Ridge High School behind the operational management of the Incuba Fund. I also do Speech & Debate, lead my student government, and enjoy volunteering in local organizations.

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Eunice Kim - CFO & Fundraising Director

Hello! My name is Eunice Kim, a current student at Ridge High School. I believe that across all communities there is so much potential from young entrepreneurs. Here, at Incuba Fund, we want to make that potential bloom into its full beauty. Outside of this project, I enjoy fencing, baking, and hanging out with my friends!

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Tadas Vilemaitis - Director of Grants & Investments

Hey! My name is Tadas Vilemaitis, a honor roll student and two time NJ high school fencing team state champion. Outside of Incuba Fund and school, I fence internationally for my home country Lithuania, fly and build drones

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Sameer Kandra - Networking Director

Hi, my name is Sameer Kandra, and I am a Junior at Ridge High School in New Jersey. I’m extremely interested in finance and how the stock market interacts with the rest of human behavior, and thus am super excited to work with Incuba Fund. Outside of this, I do Lincoln-Douglas Debate, several communicative activities that attempt to stop political polarization, and enjoy spending time with my family.

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Aadi Sateeja - Marketing Director

Hi, my name is Advik (Aadi) Sateeja and I am a junior at Ridge High School, New Jersey. Outside of this project, I enjoy participating in Public Forum Debates, doing Taekwondo, and spending quality time with friends and family.

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Adithya Bharath - Chief Technology Officer

I'm Adithya Bharath, a published researcher and student innovator with a passion for engineering, computer science, and emerging tech. I’ve led AI and STEM outreach projects, combining big-picture thinking with hands-on skills. I'm driven to use tech for real-world impact and ready to lead where it counts.

Soumil Nimse - Project Management & Partnerships Co Head

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Ashwath Gurumurthy - Project Management & Partnerships Co Head

Hello! My name is Ashwath, a junior at Ridge High School. I’m passionate about sports(cricket and football) as well as economics, history, and politics. As the Project Management & Partnerships Co Head at Incubafund, I’m excited to work on creating meaningful opportunities for learning and growth by building strong relationships with our partners. Outside of my work with Incuba Fund, I love volunteering at the hospital, exercising, and spending time with friends and family.

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Zoey Qin - Outreach Director

A student at Ridge High School and an enthusiastic member of Ridge High School’s forensics team, Zoey is so excited to be part of Incuba Fund!

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James McCarthy - Event Coordinator

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Brendan McCune - Creative Director

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Harrison Fischer - Fundraising Team

Hi, my name is Harrison Fischer and I am a Junior at Ridge High School! Outside of IncubaFund, I am part of Ridge Drama Club, Model United Nations, Student Government, and more! I enjoy reading and volunteering in my free time. I am very excited to be part of Incuba Fund and can't wait to get to work! 

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Jackson Pfennig - Fundraising Team

Hi, my name is Jackson Pfennig and I am a Junior at Ridge High School, New Jersey. Outside of this project, I am part of the Ski Team, Track & Field Team, and various different clubs at Ridge. Overall, I am excited to be a part of Incuba Fund and will do the best I can to support it!