The Founders

ASHAR ALI
Ashar Ali is a co-founder of CureQuest Cancer Foundation and an incoming freshman at NJIT studying Biology and Finance on a pre-health track, plans of a PharmD and MBA. With over 800 hours of pharmacy internship experience and a leadership role at Hope Pharmacy, Ashar blends his passion for healthcare with business. He also serves as CFO of multiple family-owned businesses and founded Rocket Wholesale, an e-commerce startup. At CureQuest, he leads chapter expansion, fundraising, and outreach to support pediatric cancer research and patient care.

ARYAN PUTTA
Aryan Putta is a co-founder of CureQuest Cancer Foundation. A freshman at Rutgers University, he combines leadership with hands-on healthcare experience, having volunteered at Memorial Sloan Kettering, assisted at Pediatric and Adolescent Care Associates, and coached youth soccer. Aryan is dedicated to promoting cancer awareness and fostering an inclusive, service-oriented community.

HARSHA BALAMURUGAN
Harsha Balamurugan is a co-founder of CureQuest Cancer Foundation. A freshman at Northeastern University, .