From Algorithms to Startups: A Journey of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Join Micah Adler, a former professor of Computer Science at UMass turned serial entrepreneur, for an inspiring talk at ISTA Campus. Drawing on his unique path from academia to founding six successful companies, Adler will share his experiences, insights, and passion for building startups. Discover what drives him and gain valuable learnings for your own entrepreneurial journey.

Bio: Micah Adler is an academic-turned-entrepreneur with a focus on the theory of algorithms and their diverse applications. He served as a tenured professor at UMass Amherst, publishing 70 papers in leading Computer Science venues. He also co-founded six companies, including CourseAdvisor, Adverplex/Cogo Labs, and Fiksu, with five of these ventures achieving notable acquisitions.