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154: From Curiosity to Purpose: Revolutionizing Higher Education with David Hurwitt


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Join us for a thought-provoking and inspiring podcast episode as we delve deep into the mind of David Hurwitt, a visionary entrepreneur with a unique perspective on business and its role in society. David takes us through his experiences, sharing insights that have shaped his mission-driven approach to entrepreneurship.

David Hurwitt is the visionary Founder and CEO of Troove, a groundbreaking software company aimed at transforming the landscape of higher education admissions. Troove leverages the power of data science and machine learning to harness the predictive insights derived from the experiences of past college attendees. By matching this invaluable experience data with the values, abilities, priorities, and ambitions of prospective students, Troove revolutionizes the college selection process.

With a brief 15-minute questionnaire, Troove provides applicants with Learning Culture and Social Culture fit scores, clearly understanding how well they align with those who have previously succeeded at their chosen institutions. This data-driven approach eliminates the guesswork and empowers students to discover their ideal academic and social environment, making college admissions and attainment more innovative and accessible


In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Explore David's entrepreneurial journey with his startup "Troove" and the evolution of his motivation from a personal quest to revolutionize college admissions.
  • Witness the transformative power of questioning conventional wisdom.
  • Understand the role of empathy in driving innovation within higher education.
  • Learn about the building blocks of a mission-driven business.
  • Discover the significance of the 'why' in a business and how it should be at the core of every venture.


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