Luke Skurman
About Luke Skurman
Luke Skurman serves as the CEO of Niche.com and is the Founding Curator of the Pittsburgh Global Shapers Hub. He has a background in entrepreneurship and public policy, having studied at Carnegie Mellon University and previously held a board position at The Sprout Fund.
Work at World Economic Forum
Luke Skurman serves as the Founding Curator for the Pittsburgh Global Shapers Hub at the World Economic Forum. He has held this position since 2012, contributing to initiatives that engage young leaders in addressing global challenges. His role involves fostering collaboration among local leaders and enhancing the impact of the Global Shapers community in the Greater Pittsburgh Area.
Current Role at Niche.com
Since 2002, Luke Skurman has been the CEO of Niche.com, a platform originally known as College Prowler. Under his leadership, Niche has expanded its coverage to over 250,000 schools and places. He has played a significant role in the company's mission to provide transparency in selecting educational institutions and residential areas, helping users make informed decisions.
Board Membership at The Sprout Fund
Luke Skurman served as a Board Member at The Sprout Fund from 2012 to 2014. During his tenure, he contributed to the organization’s initiatives aimed at supporting community-driven projects and fostering innovation in the Greater Pittsburgh Area.
Education and Expertise
Luke Skurman studied at Carnegie Mellon University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Entrepreneurship from 1998 to 2002. He also obtained a Master of Science in Public Policy and Management from Carnegie Mellon University from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, he participated in a study abroad semester at Macquarie Graduate School of Management in 2001.
Trustee Position at Carnegie Mellon University
Since 2008, Luke Skurman has held the position of Trustee at Carnegie Mellon University. In this role, he contributes to the governance and strategic direction of the university, leveraging his background in business and public policy to support the institution's mission and objectives.