Karthik Ancha

Sr. Director

Karthik Ancha is an aspiring entrepreneur and innovator from Stanton College Preparatory in Jacksonville, Florida, passionate about finance, technology, and business strategy. He has earned top awards, including first place in the statewide CSTA Hackathon sponsored by CSX Corporation, second place in the Congressional App Challenge recognized by the U.S. House of Representatives, first place in the Northeast Florida Regional Science and Engineering Fair in Botany, and first place in FBLA Regionals for Business Ethics. As the Founder of Reusable Notations, he led a citywide book donation initiative to expand educational access. He also serves as Council Parliamentarian for the Mayor’s Young Leaders Advisory Council, organizing citywide service projects and financial literacy workshops. In addition to his academic pursuits, he holds Information Technology Specialist certifications in Python and Java from Certiport, demonstrating his technical expertise. Outside of academics, he is a dedicated martial artist and Black Belt, earning five medals for his achievements in martial arts. With over 300 volunteer hours and leadership in multiple organizations, he is committed to driving innovation, education, and financial empowerment.