Marina Mogilko is an entrepreneur and content creator who has become a global influencer with over 17 million followers across YouTube (linguamarina 8.57M subscribers, Silicon Valley Girl 1.25M subscribers), TikTok (3.2M subscribers), and Instagram (1.1M subscribers). She founded Linguamarina, Inc. in May 2020, based in Los Altos Hills, California. Through Linguamarina, Inc., Marina manages her personal brand through this venture and creates educational content that inspires millions about language learning, entrepreneurship, and life in Silicon Valley. We are proud to be investors alongside Slow Ventures and Sriram Krishnan.

Marina is renowned for her engaging content on language acquisition and entrepreneurship. She shares valuable insights on learning English and other languages, applying to universities abroad, and building successful businesses. Her content resonates with a global audience, inspiring millions to pursue their educational and professional dreams.

Marina co-founded LinguaTrip in April 2015. This online marketplace connects language learners with immersion programs abroad, simplifying the process of finding and booking language courses and accommodations in various countries. LinguaTrip enables learners to achieve fluency through immersive experiences, and Marina's efforts in promoting cultural exchange and language education were recognized with the Opportunity Award from the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs in October 2014.

Her passion for languages was also recognized academically. In April 2010, she received a DAAD Scholarship from the German Academic Exchange Service, which allowed her to study at the Technische Universität Dresden in Germany. This opportunity enhanced her expertise in linguistics and international education.

Beyond her entrepreneurial ventures, Marina is a sought-after speaker and advocate for accessible education and entrepreneurship. She empowers individuals worldwide to improve their language skills, explore international education opportunities, and embark on entrepreneurial endeavors. Her recent achievements highlight her significant impact on the global community as she continues to promote cross-cultural understanding and support aspiring learners through her platforms.

Anton Gladkoborodov is a YC alumni and a seasoned entrepreneur based in Brooklyn, New York, with over two decades of experience in the technology and media industries. He founded Corca, a groundbreaking project initiated to revolutionize how mathematicians interact with mathematical content. Imagine math as a universal language that 7 billion people have studied in school, yet there’s still no ‘text editor’ for it. You can’t just open a computer, start typing equations, and solve them. Corca aims to change this by developing an advanced math editor (a “mathematical VS Code + Notion” or “Figma for mathematics”) to facilitate better collaboration and exploration in the mathematical community.

Before Corca, Anton founded Columns, where he continues leading innovative projects. In March 2020, he established Fridge No More, a startup that offered rapid grocery deliveries in New York City and Boston. The company aimed to transform the grocery shopping experience by providing ultra-fast delivery services. Fridge No More grew rapidly, employing over 600 people and gaining significant traction in the market.

Anton was the driving force behind Coub, a video streaming platform he co-founded in 2012. The platform became renowned for its unique approach to short-form content, enabling creative expression and engaging a large user base. By November 2018, Coub had reached over 1 billion monthly views, showcasing its significant global impact.

Throughout his career, Anton Gladkoborodov has consistently demonstrated a passion for innovation and a commitment to enhancing user experiences across various industries. His work reflects a dedication to creating platforms that foster collaboration, creativity, and technological advancement.

Ksenia Yudina is an entrepreneur and finance expert, renowned for her innovative work in fintech. She recently co-founded Mostt Inc., the first AI-powered family-centric investment advisor, designed to make financial planning more accessible and effective for families. Ksenia also founded UNest, a mobile app that simplifies the process of opening tax-advantaged investment accounts for children, addressing the widespread lack of awareness about 529 plans and offering a solution to student debt issues.

A CFA charterholder and member of the Forbes Finance Council, Ksenia earned a Finance degree from California State University, Northridge, and an MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management. By the age of 30, she had achieved a real estate broker's license, become a certified financial analyst, and held a full-time position at Capital Group, all while raising three children.

Having navigated the challenges of raising venture capital as a woman, Ksenia is committed to opening doors for others and supporting women-led businesses. Ksenia’s preoccupation with the financial well-being of the next generation aligns with Humanism’s concern about the generational wealth gap.

Alex Bystrov is a visionary entrepreneur and designer based in Paris, France, with a diverse background spanning technology, media, design, and architecture. As the founder of Egg Studio, Alex has led numerous ambitious interaction design projects for companies such as Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Intel, Sony, and Samsung, as well as visual effects and future interfaces for Hollywood films. In 2020, Alex launched Voices, a Los Angeles-based streaming app and governance protocol, backed by the founders of PayPal, Signal, and Tinder, pushing the boundaries of creator economy.

Previously, Alex co-founded Setka, an online publishing tool later acquired by Tiny, and served as Art Director at Snap Inc., where he helped shape Snapchat's augmented reality features. He also co-founded Frank, a platform focused on financial transparency for non-profits, which facilitated Elon Musk's $1 million grant to Hack Club and helped launch the Snap Foundation. Earlier in his career, Alex co-founded Cirqle, a visual storytelling app that predated Instagram Stories, and served as Chief Design Officer at Look At Media, a major independent online publisher in Russia and Ukraine.

Alex's work is driven by a passion for innovation at the intersection of technology and human experience, continually redefining the future of interaction design, film, and architecture.