THIRD PLACE

Noah Rozin
Junior | Staten Island Technical High School | Staten Island, New York

Resilio AI
Resilio AI is a technology platform that combines artificial intelligence and geospatial analysis to predict, assess and mitigate climate risks in real time. Addressing the escalating challenge of climate change, which is projected to cost $3.1 trillion annually in damages within 25 years, this solution makes sophisticated climate risk intelligence accessible to everyone. The system employs two machine learning models: a residual network that analyzes satellite imagery to detect unusual patterns (rising water levels, wildfire hotspots, land deformation) and a temporal fusion transformer that processes decades of NOAA weather data to forecast climate risks. These complex backend technologies are made user-friendly through integration with Meta's Llama 3.1 70B generative model, allowing users to simply enter a location or date and receive clear AI-generated insights instantly. Resilio AI serves multiple stakeholders. Governments can improve disaster preparation and environmental legislation. Corporations can evaluate supply chain risks and strengthen ESG initiatives, and individuals can protect their families. Unlike competitors like Jupiter Intelligence and One Concern that require specialized expertise and charge high subscription fees, Resilio AI leverages open-source models and data to keep costs low, enabling a flexible and equitable revenue model that democratizes access to critical climate risk intelligence.

Get to Know Noah ...

What was the biggest challenge you faced during the competition, and how did you overcome it?
The biggest challenge I faced during this competition was developing an original idea. With the AI industry booming over the past few years, many individuals and corporations have taken advantage of the immense potential these technologies bring. This surge in innovation has somewhat oversaturated large parts of the market, which is why I really wanted to focus on crafting an idea that stood out. I spent a lot of time identifying gaps and unmet needs rather than replicating existing solutions, which helped me narrow down a concept that felt fresh and impactful.

What was the most valuable lesson you learned from competing in this AI entrepreneurship challenge?
The most valuable lesson I learned from this challenge was the importance of making complicated technologies, like those involved in AI, easily accessible to all consumers. The first iteration of my pitch felt very technical, and while it still represented my core idea, I realized that many people unfamiliar with AI would struggle to understand it and recognize the value my business could offer. That’s why I shifted my focus to emphasizing how my idea could be easily used and implemented by virtually any group in a variety of settings. This made the concept much more approachable without overwhelming people with the backend technologies behind it.

What sparked your interest in AI and entrepreneurship, and how do you see the two fields working together in the future?
I’ve been deeply interested in computer science since the start of high school, and the emergence of ChatGPT was incredible to me. Seeing how it could be used for everything from crafting emails to building functioning software made me realize we’re only beginning to unlock its full potential. Since then, AI has advanced even further, and I believe it’s only a matter of time before it becomes even more integrated into the business world. For entrepreneurs especially, AI provides a way to compete with larger corporations without needing the same level of manpower or technical resources. It’s opening the door for more people to turn their ideas into real businesses.

What was your impression of Stevens School of Business before the competition, and has it changed after participating?
As someone who attends a heavily STEM-focused high school in the NYC metro area, I’ve always viewed Stevens Institute of Technology, and its School of Business in particular, extremely highly. After participating in this competition, my appreciation for the university has only grown. The effort they put into organizing the event showed a clear commitment to involving students in the rapidly evolving world of technology and business, which I think is amazing. I believe it’s a school’s duty to prepare students for the future, and Stevens has clearly taken that responsibility seriously.

Did this competition influence your thoughts about studying AI, business, or both in college?
This competition gave me the chance to spend meaningful time exploring the broader effects of AI on business development. It helped me see that AI’s role in all of this is still just beginning to be understood. That realization has made me even more excited to study both AI and business in college, so I can better understand how they influence each other and precisely how I can leverage that connection in future entrepreneurial efforts that go far beyond this competition alone.