Meet the Founders
Nolan Ralls
Vanderbilt University – Human and Organizational Development & Chinese
Nolan is a student at Vanderbilt University studying Human & Organizational Development and Chinese. He previously studied International Business at Mercer University and has interned across law, consulting, and investment management.
He currently serves as President of 180 Degrees Consulting at Vanderbilt and is a Summer Analyst at DePrince, Race & Zollo, where he supports emerging markets research and valuation. Nolan is also the co-founder of Altairium, a startup helping nonprofits streamline operations through AI tooling.
Outside of work, he enjoys musical theatre, whitewater kayaking, and learning languages — currently focused on Mandarin and Spanish. He will join Goldman Sachs as a Summer Analyst in 2026.
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Ryan Lee
Cornell University – Industrial and Labor Relations, Minors in Business and Economics
Ryan is a student at Cornell University studying Industrial & Labor Relations and Economics. He previously served as a Senior Analyst at 180 Degrees Consulting and currently works as a Strategic Finance Intern at Tabsy, a research-based AI startup.
His interests lie at the intersection of labor economics, public-private innovation, and institutional reform. He currently leads anti-poverty advocacy efforts as the Tennessee State Leader for RESULTS and previously served as the Youth Lieutenant Governor of Texas.
Ryan has also contributed to research on capitalism and oligarchy through Yale University and remains deeply committed to lifelong learning. In his free time, he practices Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (7+ years), plays pickleball, and explores new food scenes. He is currently pursuing opportunities in investment banking.
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Our Story
We met at Vanderbilt University through 180 Degrees Consulting, a student organization dedicated to supporting nonprofits. What began as a campus activity quickly evolved into a shared passion for helping mission-driven organizations expand their reach and amplify their impact.
Through our work with various nonprofits, ranging from cultural organizations to food security programs, we gained firsthand experience in expanding outreach, strengthening logistics, and building brand recognition. These projects deepened our commitment to making a meaningful difference.
Recognizing the limitations of a student organization, we aspired to create something more enduring — a platform that could move faster, support more people, and deliver lasting impact beyond the confines of a semester.
This vision led to the founding of Altairium, an AI enablement agency designed to equip organizations with the tools of tomorrow. We're building from the ground up, driven by our commitment to help good ideas grow.