What We Do
Campus Consortium Foundation is a Washington DC-based 501(c)(3) research institute focused on artificial intelligence research in education, genetics, and cybersecurity. For over 25 years, CCF has partnered with colleges, universities and research institutions around the world to generate research that improves lives and shapes the future.
VentureU
VentureU is our national platform for student innovation and entrepreneurship. We connect student-run venture funds, incubators, and programs with mentorship, resources, and opportunities to accelerate their ideas into real-world ventures.
- National Conference – Annual gathering of students, investors, and universities
- Student Partnerships – Collaboration with venture funds, incubators, and MBA programs
- Experiential Learning – Real-world venture building and investment practice
- Network & Mentorship – Access to industry leaders, VCs, and institutional partners
As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) research institute, Campus Consortium Foundation (CCF) partners with universities, researchers, industry leaders, and public sector organizations to address complex challenges and turn breakthrough ideas into real-world impact.
Our work spans Artificial Intelligence in Education, Genetics and Cybersecurity. Through applied research, strategic collaborations, and innovation programs, we help transform ideas into scalable solutions-advancing learning and building a more resilient future for communities worldwide.
We envision a future where learning is lifelong and personalized, scientific discovery is accessible to all, and the systems we rely on digital and biological are secure, ethical, and trusted. By uniting academia, industry, and communities, we aim to build ventures that generate measurable social, economic, and technological impact on a global scale.
Through this work, CCF strives to reshape the foundations of education, intelligence, and digital trust, creating systems that are innovative, equitable, and resilien engineered to meet the challenges and opportunities of the next century.
501(c)(3) Public Charity
Campus Consortium Foundation is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. Campus Consortium Foundation is classified as a public charity under IRC Section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). Our IRS determination letter and annual Form 990 filings are available upon request. Donors will receive written acknowledgement of contributions as required by IRS regulations.
Campus Consortium Foundation Board
Ashwani Bhardwaj – President & Board Member
Arun Chopra – Treasurer & Board Member
Gopichand Naguboyina – Secretary & Board Member
Sharon Harrison
Executive DirectorExecutive Director
As Executive Director of Campus Consortium Foundation, Sharon Harrison brings a rare combination of strategic vision and operational discipline shaped through leadership roles at Ivy.ai and Gravyty. Her experience spans building and scaling mission driven initiatives within complex higher education environments, with a strong focus on translating innovation into measurable institutional impact.
At CCF, Sharon leads efforts to advance the foundation as a research to venture platform focused on incubating high potential initiatives, driving thought leadership across education and AI, and creating sustainable go to market and growth pathways that support long term ecosystem impact.
Current and Past VentureU Steering Committee
Our Steering Committee brings together leaders from higher education, venture funds, and technology to guide strategy, uphold our mission, and connect ventures with growth opportunities.
Maxine Anderson
Babson College
Ashritha Karuturi
Babson College
Ishani Patel
Chapman University
Paul Cassisa
LSU
Leonardo Girlando
Penn State University
Andrew Ciotto
Penn State University
Daryl Lim
Singapore Management University
Jason Varghese
The University of Kansas
JJ Foster
University of Minnesota
Hunter Babcock
University of Minnesota
Ananya Mallik
University of North Carolina
Achal Patel
University of Kansas
Student Venture Funds & Partner Funds
We collaborate with Student Venture Funds (SVFs), university accelerators, and mission-aligned investors to support student-led ventures and early-stage education-focused startups. By combining funding with mentorship, we bridge the gap between campus innovation and market success.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Campus Consortium Foundation (CCF)?
CCF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit venture lab that builds mission-driven companies in education, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. We work with students, universities, and industry leaders to turn research-backed ideas into scalable public-impact ventures.
Who can participate in CCF programs?
Students, researchers, and faculty from partner institutions can join our VentureU program. We also work with startups, corporate partners, and investors interested in education, AI, and cybersecurity.
What are Student Venture Funds (SVFs)?
SVFs are student-managed investment funds at universities that provide capital, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities. We collaborate with SVFs to co-develop and scale student-led ventures.
How can my institution become a partner?
Institutions can engage with CCF through joint research, pilot programs, co-hosted events, or by joining our VentureU and partnership networks.
Where is CCF based?
CCF works globally, with partnerships across North America and beyond. Our programs, events, and venture building activities are a mix of in-person and virtual engagements.
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