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Michael Raspuzzi

Michael Raspuzzi

Unlocking human potential to solve the world's biggest problems

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San Francisco, California
Joined June 2025
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Summary

Michael Raspuzzi is an entrepreneurial builder and educator dedicated to fostering human potential through innovation and community. He founded Cornell's first summer incubator, co-founded Culinary AI Labs, and is currently building Worldwide Studios to help individuals in AI, robotics, and applied sciences. His work reflects a passion for developing impactful projects and creating environments for ambitious learners. michaelraspuzzi+2
He has a strong background in design engineering and interdisciplinary education, having taught numerous courses at Harvard across engineering, design, and professional education. He co-developed new curriculum focused on health systems and uses hackathons as a pedagogical tool, integrating design thinking, engineering principles, and entrepreneurship. harvard+2
Michael is deeply involved in community building, particularly within the hardware and startup ecosystems in San Francisco and globally. He leads hardware meetups at Studio 45, transforming it into a hackathon hub, and previously directed global programs for The Knowledge Society, fostering a community of young innovators. linkedin+3
His interests extend to future technologies, AI, and robotics, often writing about these topics on Medium and Substack. He frequently shares insights from tech conferences and explores innovative applications of AI, such as in personalized nutrition and agent-based systems. medium+1

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What Happened at Open AI's DevDay 2024? Summary of 5 Major Updates

October 2, 2024

A summary of key announcements and updates from OpenAI's DevDay conference in October 2024.

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Takeaways from Bob Mumgaard, CEO Commonwealth Fusion: Keynote Talk at MIT Tough Tech Summit 2023

January 4, 2024

Insights and key learnings from a keynote address by the CEO of Commonwealth Fusion at the MIT Tough Tech Summit.

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Top 10 Moments at Studio 45 in 2023: Building the Home for Hardware Builders and Creatives in SF

December 22, 2023

Highlights from Studio 45's activities in 2023, showcasing its role as a hub for hardware innovation and community.

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AI in Motion Hardware Hack: Event Recap, Project Showcase, and Playbook

November 12, 2023

A recap and playbook for a 24-hour hardware hackathon with a focus on AI, including insights for running similar events.

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How to Host an Unconference

November 9, 2023

Explores the social physics of distributed programming and provides guidance on organizing unconference-style events.

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Advice to Ambitious Young People

Reflections and advice for young individuals, based on his experiences.

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24 Hours to Solve Global Challenges

A recount of a hackathon held at The Knowledge Society (TKS) with coaching debriefs, likely related to the 'Earthshot' or 'Moonshot' projects.

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