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The Ain Foundry is a pre-accelerator program at the University of Rochester, designed to equip students with essential skills in entrepreneurship, systems thinking, customer discovery, strategy, and innovation. Through mentorship, resources, and hands-on experiences, we empower students to turn their visions into actionable, impactful ventures.<\/p>\n

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