CS + Econ · Rice '27
Lola-Maeve
Cantillon
Anchored by data, guided by design. Building at the intersection of growth, UI/UX, and venture — where psychology meets engineering to shape experiences that scale.
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Anchored by data, guided by design. Building at the intersection of growth, UI/UX, and venture — where psychology meets engineering to shape experiences that scale.
I'm Lola Cantillon, a junior at Rice University studying Computer Science & Economics — captivated by venture and always chasing new ways to add value.
I'm insatiably curious: wired to build, iterate, and explore. Fascinated by how small design moments can spark real human connection.
I'm especially drawn to growth, UI/UX design, and marketing — where psychology meets engineering to shape experiences that scale.
From venture deal flow to building growth engines.
Engaged with 20+ early-stage founders via co-investor deal flow; conducted diligence calls and documented insights for partner decisions.
Drove user acquisition for an AI-powered photo-sharing app through growth strategies and social media campaigns.
Lead end-to-end marketing for Pub at Rice, designing event-themed Instagram schedules, daily story content, and cross-channel promos.
Developed recruiting software to optimize intern portal management.
Built a travel ranking & recommendation platform — the Beli of travel — that suggests personalized cultural experiences.
Pitched Lucent, a smart sleep mask that improves and analyzes your sleep quality.
Product design, marketing, and organizations I've poured into.
A travel platform that ranks and recommends experiences based on user preferences. Helps travelers connect with local cultures through curated experiences.
Designed the complete Figma prototype in one weekend — rapid iteration, live user testing, real-time refinement.
Lead end-to-end marketing for Rice's undergraduate pub. Designed event-themed Instagram schedules, daily story content, and cross-channel promos with 112k+ monthly views.
Own the brand's physical presence — merch drops, hand-lettered menu boards, rotating décor aligned with student culture.
Lead end-to-end creative and logistics for Sid Richardson College's Beer Bike — Rice's iconic annual tradition. Coordinated campus-wide campaigns and rallied the entire college for race day.
Managed vendor relationships, print production, and team spirit across the whole college on tight timelines.
Rice's largest student programming organization, planning campus-wide events including Beer Bike, formals, and weekly activities for the entire student body.
A student-run venture capital fund at Rice. Evaluate startups, conduct due diligence, and make real investment decisions.
Houston, TX · Open to opportunities & collaborations