Terren Klein
About Terren Klein
Terren Klein is the CEO and Co-Founder of College Pulse, a company that specializes in research and analytics focused on the college demographic. He has a diverse background in research and public service, having worked in various roles including at Bridgewater Associates and the U.S. Department of State.
Work at College Pulse
Terren Klein serves as the CEO and Co-Founder of College Pulse, a company focused on research and analytics targeting the college demographic. Since its inception in 2017, College Pulse has developed the largest database of college student opinions, comprising over 700,000 panelists from 1,500 universities across all 50 states. The company operates from the San Francisco Bay Area, a region known for its innovation and technology. Under Klein's leadership, College Pulse has secured investments from notable firms including Madrona Ventures, GSV Accelerate, and Y-Combinator.
Education and Expertise
Terren Klein holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Government and Statistics from Dartmouth College. His academic background provides a foundation for his work in research and analytics, particularly in understanding college student behavior and opinions. Additionally, he studied at Universidad Internacional Menéndez Pelayo. Klein's educational experiences have equipped him with the skills necessary to lead a company that specializes in data-driven insights for the college demographic.
Background
Before co-founding College Pulse, Terren Klein gained diverse experience in various roles. He worked as an Investment Associate at Bridgewater Associates for three months in 2016 and served as a Political Officer at the U.S. Department of State in Buenos Aires, Argentina, for three months in the same year. Klein also held positions at Dartmouth College, including a Psychology Researcher from 2017 to 2018 and as Student Director at the Tucker Center—Dartmouth College from 2015 to 2016.
Achievements
Klein co-founded College Pulse in response to a student protest at Dartmouth College in 2016, demonstrating his commitment to understanding and amplifying student voices. The launch of the College Pulse app at Dartmouth in 2017 marked a significant milestone for the company. Through his leadership, College Pulse has established itself as a key player in the field of college student research, providing valuable insights to clients seeking to engage with the student demographic.