About Us
Our Mission
TNT is a launchpad for MIT and Harvard founders building the next generation of AI-powered startups. We provide resources, community, and support to help founders go from idea to impact faster than ever.
Founded by students and alumni from MIT and Harvard, TNT operates at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and entrepreneurship. We believe that the next wave of transformative companies will emerge from university ecosystems, and we're here to accelerate that process.
Through our events, accelerator program, podcast, and other initiatives, we create opportunities for founders to connect, learn, and grow their ventures with the support of a like-minded community.
Meet Our Co-Founders
Rob Blaine
Co-Founder
Rob is an MIT Sloan graduate with expertise in strategic AI applications. He leads TNT's accelerator program and connects founders with the resources they need to succeed. With experience applying AI across various industries and a passion for entrepreneurship, Rob brings a strategic perspective and founder-first mentality to TNT.
Chloe Fang
Co-Founder
Chloe brings a wealth of experience from her consulting background at McKinsey and Goldman Sachs. She runs TNT's "Technically Non-Technical" podcast and is deeply involved in the MIT and Boston AI community. With her unique blend of business acumen and creative background, Chloe helps founders bridge the gap between AI technology and practical business applications.
Why We Started TNT
We started TNT because we saw a gap in the support available to student founders at MIT and Harvard who were building AI-powered startups.
Despite being surrounded by world-class talent, cutting-edge research, and innovative ideas, many student founders struggled to navigate the path from academic concept to viable startup. They faced challenges in accessing the right resources, connecting with the right people, and balancing academic commitments with entrepreneurial ambitions.
We believed that with the right support system—one that understood the unique context of student entrepreneurship and the specific challenges of AI startups—these founders could accelerate their journey and increase their chances of success.
TNT was born from this belief: a community-driven platform designed specifically for MIT and Harvard founders building the future with AI. Our goal is to provide the resources, connections, and guidance that we wish we had when we were starting our own entrepreneurial journeys.
Our Core Values
Community First
We believe in the power of community to amplify individual potential. By bringing together founders, mentors, investors, and industry experts, we create an ecosystem where knowledge is shared, connections are made, and collaboration thrives.
Innovation & Impact
We're committed to supporting startups that push boundaries and create meaningful impact. We believe that the most transformative companies combine cutting-edge technology with a clear vision for how their innovation will improve lives and solve real problems.
Founder-Centric
We put founders at the center of everything we do. Our programs, resources, and community are designed to address the real challenges that founders face, and we're committed to being responsive to their evolving needs as they build and scale their startups.
Join the TNT Community
Whether you're a founder looking to accelerate your startup, a mentor wanting to give back, or a partner interested in supporting our mission, there are many ways to get involved with TNT.