LHS Student Gains Entrepreneurial Experience at Harvard Summer Program

Lutheran High School San Antonio junior, Rehan, recently completed the Harvard Undergraduate Venture Tech Summer program, where he immersed himself in the world of entrepreneurship, innovation, and business development alongside students from across the nation.

During his time in the online program, Rehan dove deep into emerging technologies and their business applications. One of the innovative concepts he explored was using smartphones to unlock hotel room doors—demonstrating how everyday technology can be reimagined to create new business opportunities and enhance customer experiences.

"The program really opened my eyes to how we can take existing technology and apply it in completely new ways," Rehan shared. "It's not just about having a good idea—it's about understanding how that idea can become a viable business."

The Harvard program provided Rehan with a well-rounded foundation in business fundamentals. His curriculum included:

• Entrepreneurship and startup development - Learning the essential steps to transform ideas into successful ventures
• Artificial Intelligence applications - Understanding how AI can be integrated into modern business solutions
• Federal Reserve operations - Gaining insight into how the Fed works and the far-reaching implications of interest rate changes on the economy
• Venture capital and funding - Exploring how startups secure investment and scale their operations

​Beyond the classroom learning, Rehan made meaningful connections with venture capitalist firms, providing him with valuable insights into the investment landscape and potential pathways for future entrepreneurial endeavors. These relationships offer him a unique perspective on what investors look for in promising startups and innovative business models. He even had a real-world internship experience at SalesPatriot https://www.salespatriot.com/ through this program!


Rehan is now preparing for an exciting opportunity to present his work and insights to a board of investors on August 15th. This presentation will showcase not only what he learned during his time at Harvard, but also how he plans to apply these entrepreneurial principles moving forward.

"I'm excited to share everything I've learned," Rehan said. "This experience has given me a completely new perspective on innovation and business, and I hope it can inspire other students to explore entrepreneurship as well."

We love to see students like Rehan living out the Lutheran High School mission to pursue excellence by being involved in such a prestigious program that reflects the high caliber of students at Lutheran High and demonstrates the school's commitment to preparing students to make an impact in the community. His success showcases the strong foundation our students receive and their ability to compete at the highest academic levels.

The Mustang Express congratulates Rehan on this outstanding achievement and wishes him continued success in his future endeavors.