Audrey Wisch (she/her) paused her studies at Stanford University to found Curious Cardinals, driven by a mission to empower K-12 students to unlock their potential while providing meaningful work for college students. What started as a bold experiment has grown into a global learning platform, serving thousands of students with a network of 675 top-tier college mentors.
Under Audrey’s leadership, Curious Cardinals has redefined personalized learning, earning recognition from CNN, Forbes, and the Today Show. The company has raised $6.8 million in seed funding, backed by Anthos Capital and Audacious Ventures.
Her work has earned her a spot on Forbes 30 Under 30 at just 19 and, in 2023, the distinction of being the youngest honoree of the Jewish Women International Women to Watch award. At Stanford, Audrey pursued a passion for history, conducting research in women’s history that was published in the Stanford Historical Journal.
Beyond building Curious Cardinals, Audrey fuels her curiosity by running while listening to podcasts, losing herself in books, and exploring art museums—constantly seeking new ideas to shape the future of education.
