Prat Agarwal

Buckle up, cause I’m bout to tell you about Prat Agarwal, this guy’s a straight-up hustler and a total changemaker. He jumped into the startup scene with YC back in S16, which is no joke. That alone shows he’s got the guts and the brains to play with the big leagues.

Prat’s story is all about mixing business smarts with real-world impact. He’s the co-founder and COO of New Incentives, which is basically using cash to save lives, giving poor women in Nigeria incentives to get their babies immunized. Imagine that, turning money into a tool to fight health issues. That’s the kind of thinking that shows he’s not just in it for the tech fame, but for making a real difference. And he’s not just involved; he’s on the board, helping steer the ship.

But it’s not like he just fell into this. His background is super diverse, he’s done everything from business strategy, project management, and team leadership to consulting, teaching, and financial analysis. Plus, he’s got a solid degree in Economics, Management, and Psychology, which means he’s wired to understand both the numbers and the human side of things.

Before all this, he was involved with crazy startups and organizations like Breezy, Giifa, Leap Motion, and even StartupBus, which is basically a bootcamp for street-smart founders. He’s also been part of the Ohio Wesleyan University Investment Club and worked with Laxmi Bank, showing he’s been dipping his toes in finance and business from early on.

What does all this say about him? Honestly, it’s clear he’s driven by purpose. He’s the kind of guy who jumps into tough problems headfirst, not just to build cool tech but to actually change lives. His process from college to YC and then to leading a nonprofit that saves babies, that’s the real deal. It’s about using his skills to create impact, not just chase fame or cash.

Bottom line? Prat Agarwal is a prime example of a new wave startup founder, smart, compassionate, and no bullshit. He’s proof that you don’t need to be just about tech or business, you can build stuff that matters, and do it with purpose. No cap, this guy’s gonna keep crushing it and pushing boundaries.