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The Autonomous Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS) at CSUN is a NASA-sponsored, chartered, Center of Excellence. ARCS strives to combine interdisciplinary, university-wide knowledge and talent from faculty, students, and NASA scientists to conduct convergence research and collaboration using increasingly autonomous systems (IA).• Developed a business plan for a conceptual research facility, focusing on strategies for sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and strategic initiatives, attracting interest from 3 key stakeholders• Created and maintained an event dataset of over 1400 entries, implementing process improvements to increase data organization and accessibility• Led a team of 5 coordinators for the 2024 STEAHM Nexus Event, driving execution of logistics, event strategy, and cross-functional collaboration

• Drafted a comprehensive organizational plan for a conceptual facility, outlining key strategies and procedures • Conducted data collection to inform and develop a strategic business and marketing plan

The NASA L'SPACE Mission Concept Academy (MCA) is a space exploration industry workforce preparation program that accelerates students through mission development skills training each week from NASA scientists and engineers and have students participate in interdisciplinary collaboration to design a mission-related team project.• Spearheaded a team of 12 multidisciplinary students in developing a mission concept to investigate Mars' surface and subsurface, demonstrating leadership and technical expertise• Directed development of 4 key mission documents, including Mission Concept Review (MCR), System Requirements Review (SRR), Mission Definition Review (MDR), and Preliminary Design Review (PDR)• Managed all operational and administrative functions, including a $250M budget, strategic planning, and integration, ensuring 100% alignment with project objectives• Presented a high-level overview of the PDR to a L'SPACE review panel• Navigated a mission budget cut of $50M successfully reducing the mission costs to meet adjusted mission budget requirements• Acquired an in-depth understanding of NASA mission concept design, planning, and execution• Completed training modules in mission requirements, teaming, project management, systems, risk management, and heat transfer, gaining proficiency in planning, execution, and monitoring of aerospace projects

Renton, Washington, United States

• Devised 3 comprehensive catalogs, documenting over 100+ parts and associated carts for the 737 North Line, improving operational transparency and part tracking• Designed a maintenance request system for 80+ carts utilizing QR code technology, streamlining tracking and repair processes• Collaborated with 3+ cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on supply chain objectives and continuous improvement initiatives• Completed 15+ Boeing training courses relating to supplier diversity, proprietary programs, company culture, and safety standards• Designed and presented multiple presentations for senior level management

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

TCA Venture Group is the leading source of funding to early-stage companies in Southern California. The Los Angeles chapter is the largest network in Tech Coast Angels. Over 150 members are involved in industries including e-commerce, fin-tech, health care, clean tech, real estate, social media, and cyber security, among others.• Created and managed a comprehensive database documenting all TCA investments from 2020 to 2023• Conducted investment research of 5+ private company profiles, identifying strategic insights to guide investment decisions• Analyzed historical performance of investments worth over $100K to create a Fund Evaluation Report• Produced comprehensive reports on investment opportunities by conducting SWOT analyses• Facilitated team meetings and directed action plans to meet target deadlines

Mountain View, California, United States

The NASA Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) program is part of America’s Seed Fund, the nation’s largest source of early-stage non-dilutive funding for innovative technologies.• Surveyed customer feedback data to pinpoint and document actionable insights, projecting an increase in program satisfaction scores upon implementation• Identified 4 key improvement opportunities within the SBIR/STTR program utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies, forecasting an increase in program accessibility• Served on the MUREP Hubs Leadership Board, facilitating an educational summit for over 200+ fellow interns, fostering versatile learning and collaboration• Validated SBIR/STTR data feedback conclusions• Utilized Lean Six Sigma practices to identify process improvement opportunities• Created multiple managerial presentations through PowerPoint to present findings to upper management

Bachelor Of Science In Systems And Operations Management, Minor In Business Analytics

Activities and Societies: • ARCS - Research Fellow (Spring 2024) - Research Associate (Fall 2023) • Business Honors Association - Member.

Business Administration And Management, General, 3.9

Activities and Societies: • Rotaract Club - President (Fall 2022) - Internal President (Spring 2022) • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.