Built to Redefine How the World Learns
SharpScholar AI exists to close the gap between potential and achievement. We believe every learner deserves a tutor that adapts to them — not the other way around. Our mission is to harness the power of artificial intelligence to deliver personalized, measurable, and genuinely transformative educat
The Minds Behind SharpScholar
Our leadership team brings together deep expertise in machine learning, cognitive science, and education technology. They share a single conviction: that intelligent, adaptive learning tools can unlock potential in every student — from first-grade classrooms to graduate seminars.
Dr. Maya Okonkwo — Chief Executive Offic
Founder and visionary. Maya spent 15 years in educational neuroscience before building SharpScholar to put that research directly into learners’ hands.
San Francisco, CA
Full-Time · Executive
James Ritter — Chief Technology Officer
A former senior engineer at two leading AI labs, James architects the adaptive engine that makes SharpScholar’s tutoring platform uniquely responsive and scalable.
Remote
Full-Time · Engineering
Priya Desai — VP of Learning Design
Priya bridges pedagogy and product, ensuring every feature we ship is grounded in evidence-based learning principles and real classroom insight.
New York, NY
Full-Time · Product & Curriculum
How We Got Here
SharpScholar didn’t begin in a boardroom — it began in a tutoring session. From a single proof-of-concept in 2019 to a platform serving thousands of learners today, every milestone has been driven by one question: what does this student need right now?
Ready to Experience Intelligent Tutoring?
SharpScholar AI is currently accepting early access partners — institutions, educators, and ed-tech innovators who want to shape the future of learning.
Whether you’re looking to deploy at scale or run a pilot program, we’re ready to build alongside you.
Early access spots are limited. Connect with our team today to see the platform in action and discuss how SharpScholar can fit your institution’s goals.