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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

As the CEO and Co-Founder of Palbud, a caregiver marketplace designed to connect families with highly qualified college student caregivers, I was responsible for defining and executing the product vision and strategy. My role encompassed driving product development from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with user needs and market demands while fostering a culture of continuous innovation.Key achievements include:1. Defined and executed the product vision by identifying a gap… Show more As the CEO and Co-Founder of Palbud, a caregiver marketplace designed to connect families with highly qualified college student caregivers, I was responsible for defining and executing the product vision and strategy. My role encompassed driving product development from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with user needs and market demands while fostering a culture of continuous innovation.Key achievements include:1. Defined and executed the product vision by identifying a gap in the caregiver market, leading to the development of a unique platform that leveraged workforce development to differentiate from competitors.2. Secured a $250k SBIR grant to fuel the initial stages of product development, validating the platform's potential and providing the necessary resources to scale.3. Drove $300k in pre-orders by implementing a targeted go-to-market strategy, demonstrating product-market fit and building a strong foundation for revenue generation pre-launch.4. Developed a robust caregiver curriculum that enhanced user experience and engagement, directly contributing to the platform's value proposition and user retention.5. Led and mentored a cross-functional team of five full-time employees, integrating agile methodologies to streamline product development, prioritize features, and rapidly iterate based on user feedback.6. Established a data-driven approach to product management, utilizing analytics to inform decision-making, optimize user journeys, and refine features to improve platform adoption and satisfaction. Show less

Greater Chicago Area

Selected for the prestigious Future Founders Fellowship, a highly competitive year-long program designed to accelerate the growth and development of top entrepreneurs aged 18 to 30 across the nation. As a Fellow, I benefited from personalized mentorship, intensive entrepreneurship retreats, and access to a vibrant peer community, all of which played a crucial role in honing my entrepreneurial skills and expanding my professional network.Key highlights include:1. Gained… Show more Selected for the prestigious Future Founders Fellowship, a highly competitive year-long program designed to accelerate the growth and development of top entrepreneurs aged 18 to 30 across the nation. As a Fellow, I benefited from personalized mentorship, intensive entrepreneurship retreats, and access to a vibrant peer community, all of which played a crucial role in honing my entrepreneurial skills and expanding my professional network.Key highlights include:1. Gained invaluable insights through direct mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs, which helped refine my business strategies and leadership approach.2. Participated in entrepreneurship retreats that offered advanced training in key areas such as product development, fundraising, and scaling startups.3. Engaged in volunteer opportunities that allowed me to give back to the entrepreneurial community and apply my skills in meaningful ways.4. Connected with a network of high-potential entrepreneurs, contributing to a collective success that has generated over $9.1 million in revenue, secured $3.3 million in capital, and created 234 jobs.5. This experience significantly contributed to my growth as an entrepreneur, equipping me with the tools, knowledge, and network needed to lead successful ventures. Show less

Rochester, New York, United States

As the Co-Founder and CEO of Gaia, LLC, I led the end-to-end product strategy and execution for a pioneering wearable technology designed to detect and mitigate anxiety attacks in children. My role focused on driving product innovation, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring that our technology met the needs of both users and stakeholders.Key achievements include:1. Secured $90,000 in non-dilutive funding to accelerate product development and bring our innovative wearable… Show more As the Co-Founder and CEO of Gaia, LLC, I led the end-to-end product strategy and execution for a pioneering wearable technology designed to detect and mitigate anxiety attacks in children. My role focused on driving product innovation, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring that our technology met the needs of both users and stakeholders.Key achievements include:1. Secured $90,000 in non-dilutive funding to accelerate product development and bring our innovative wearable technology from concept to market.2. Led the product development lifecycle across a 24-person startup, managing five specialized teams (Design, Hardware, Marketing, Research, and Software) through daily SCRUM stand-ups to ensure seamless collaboration and progress.3. Developed and deployed a novel wearable solution that leveraged advanced sensors and algorithms to detect early signs of anxiety in children, significantly enhancing their quality of life and providing peace of mind to caregivers.4. Implemented agile methodologies to prioritize features, manage sprints, and iterate on the product based on user feedback and testing, ensuring that the final product met high standards of functionality and user experience.5. Drove the go-to-market strategy by collaborating closely with marketing and research teams to position the product effectively in the market, targeting key demographics and building a strong brand presence.Through strategic product management, I successfully transformed an innovative idea into a market-ready product, leading Gaia, LLC to become a recognized player in the wearable technology space focused on improving mental health outcomes. Show less

Chicago, Illinois, United States

As Co-Founder and Product Lead at SmartMove, I was instrumental in driving the product strategy and development for a groundbreaking wearable technology aimed at quantifying muscular imbalances in athletes. My role focused on translating user needs into actionable product features and ensuring the seamless delivery of a consumer-ready product.Key achievements include:1. Defined system and feature-level requirements for a user-facing, cross-platform application, ensuring that the… Show more As Co-Founder and Product Lead at SmartMove, I was instrumental in driving the product strategy and development for a groundbreaking wearable technology aimed at quantifying muscular imbalances in athletes. My role focused on translating user needs into actionable product features and ensuring the seamless delivery of a consumer-ready product.Key achievements include:1. Defined system and feature-level requirements for a user-facing, cross-platform application, ensuring that the product met the needs of our target users while maintaining high standards of usability and performance.2. Led iterative user testing by engaging in weekly low- and high-fidelity UI/UX testing sessions, collecting and integrating user feedback to refine product features and enhance the overall user experience.3. Collaborated with contractors to develop innovative methods and wearable technology for accurately measuring muscular imbalances, which provided valuable insights for athletes and their trainers.4. Strategically guided a product pivot from an initial wearable shirt design using EMGs to a more compact, coin-sized device for measuring force production, aligning the product with market demands and improving its scalability and user adoption.Through these efforts, I successfully drove the product from concept to a market-ready state, leveraging agile methodologies and a user-centric approach to deliver a solution that met the needs of both athletes and their coaches. Show less

As Chief Growth Officer and Co-Founder at HomeSpot, Inc., I played a key role in driving the product development and growth strategy for a platform designed to streamline the student leasing process. My responsibilities included leading cross-functional teams, optimizing user experience, and ensuring product-market fit.Key achievements include:1. Led a cross-functional team of three through the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to the development of low- and high-fidelity… Show more As Chief Growth Officer and Co-Founder at HomeSpot, Inc., I played a key role in driving the product development and growth strategy for a platform designed to streamline the student leasing process. My responsibilities included leading cross-functional teams, optimizing user experience, and ensuring product-market fit.Key achievements include:1. Led a cross-functional team of three through the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to the development of low- and high-fidelity UI/UX concepts, and successfully launched the platform with multiple iterations based on user feedback.2. Oversaw QA testing for both new and existing features, ensuring a robust, user-friendly product that consistently delivered a reliable experience to our users.3. Optimized the leasing process by successfully pairing 120 Northwestern University students with lease/sublease opportunities, demonstrating the platform’s effectiveness and user value.4. Reduced the time to close leases by 30%, significantly improving the efficiency of the leasing process and enhancing the overall user experience.My work at HomeSpot, Inc. involved applying agile methodologies and data-driven insights to refine the platform, ultimately leading to increased user satisfaction and growth within the student housing market. Show less

Evanston, Illinois

As Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder at Jabiru Medical, I spearheaded the development and deployment of innovative medical technology aimed at improving outcomes during epidural labors. My role focused on product development, leveraging agile methodologies, and ensuring that our solutions addressed critical healthcare needs.Key achievements include:1. Developed a novel wearable technology that accurately quantified the "perfect push" during epidural labors, providing… Show more As Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder at Jabiru Medical, I spearheaded the development and deployment of innovative medical technology aimed at improving outcomes during epidural labors. My role focused on product development, leveraging agile methodologies, and ensuring that our solutions addressed critical healthcare needs.Key achievements include:1. Developed a novel wearable technology that accurately quantified the "perfect push" during epidural labors, providing critical data to assist healthcare professionals in reducing labor complications.2. Implemented an Agile ideation and development plan, leading the team through iterative cycles of prototyping, testing, and refinement, which resulted in a technology capable of reducing labor complications by 30%.3. Led the end-to-end product development process, from conceptualization to deployment, ensuring that the technology met stringent healthcare standards while also being user-friendly for medical staff.My work at Jabiru Medical involved combining technical innovation with strategic product management, ultimately delivering a solution that has the potential to significantly enhance patient care in labor and delivery settings. Show less

Boston, Ma

As a Manufacturing Specialist at Sanofi Genzyme, I played a crucial role in optimizing downstream operations, ensuring product quality, and enhancing manufacturing efficiency. My responsibilities included leading cross-functional teams, implementing process improvements, and driving innovation in manufacturing systems.Key achievements include:1. Led cross-functional teams to identify and implement changes in business and quality systems, enhancing overall operational efficiency… Show more As a Manufacturing Specialist at Sanofi Genzyme, I played a crucial role in optimizing downstream operations, ensuring product quality, and enhancing manufacturing efficiency. My responsibilities included leading cross-functional teams, implementing process improvements, and driving innovation in manufacturing systems.Key achievements include:1. Led cross-functional teams to identify and implement changes in business and quality systems, enhancing overall operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with industry standards.2. Conducted thorough root cause analyses to address operational challenges, implementing corrective and preventative actions that reduced downtime and improved product quality.3. Developed and revised Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline processes, ensuring consistency and adherence to best practices across the manufacturing line.4. Designed and led the implementation of next-generation filtration systems, with a project budget of approximately $500k, significantly improving product purity and yield.My work at Sanofi Genzyme involved leveraging technical expertise and collaborative leadership to drive process improvements and ensure the highest standards of quality in pharmaceutical Show less

Baltimore, Maryland

As a Summer Research Intern at the Hussman Institute for Autism, I contributed to advancing our understanding of neural activity by developing and utilizing mathematical models. My work focused on simulating neural behavior to predict experimental outcomes, which played a key role in optimizing research processes.Key contributions include:1. Developed mathematical neural models to examine the effects of imbalanced excitation and inhibition on neural activity, using Python to… Show more As a Summer Research Intern at the Hussman Institute for Autism, I contributed to advancing our understanding of neural activity by developing and utilizing mathematical models. My work focused on simulating neural behavior to predict experimental outcomes, which played a key role in optimizing research processes.Key contributions include:1. Developed mathematical neural models to examine the effects of imbalanced excitation and inhibition on neural activity, using Python to create accurate simulations.2. Designed and implemented simulation programs that visually and mathematically represented expected outcomes in in vitro experiments, providing researchers with valuable predictive insights.3. Streamlined research methodologies by ensuring that the simulation models accurately predicted failure rates, thereby reducing the time and resources spent on experimental procedures with uncertain outcomes.4. Collaborated closely with Dr. Shiyong Huang to align the research models with ongoing experiments, contributing to more efficient and effective research processes.This experience allowed me to apply computational techniques to biological research, enhancing the precision and efficiency of experimental work at the institute. Show less

Columbia, Maryland

As a Trainer at Inside Out Performance, I specialized in refining athletic mechanics and enhancing overall fitness and technical abilities in athletes. My role involved leveraging data-driven approaches and advanced algorithms to create personalized training programs that optimized athletic performance.Key contributions include:1. Developed performance analysis models using MATLAB, creating machine learning algorithms that integrated key performance metrics (VO2max, 1-mile… Show more As a Trainer at Inside Out Performance, I specialized in refining athletic mechanics and enhancing overall fitness and technical abilities in athletes. My role involved leveraging data-driven approaches and advanced algorithms to create personalized training programs that optimized athletic performance.Key contributions include:1. Developed performance analysis models using MATLAB, creating machine learning algorithms that integrated key performance metrics (VO2max, 1-mile speed, max speed, etc.) with personal data (height, weight, gender) to determine optimal training regimens.2. Refined athletic mechanics to help athletes become stronger, faster, and smarter, focusing on targeted development of both physical and technical skills.3. Designed and implemented personalized training programs, utilizing data-driven insights to ensure each athlete reached their full potential based on their unique capabilities and goals.My work at Inside Out Performance combined technical expertise with a deep understanding of athletic training, resulting in tailored programs that drove measurable improvements in athlete performance. Show less

Bethesda, Md

As a Researcher at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), I contributed to the development of innovative methods for cognitive recordings, combining advanced imaging and neurological techniques to enhance research accuracy and outcomes.Key contributions include:1. Developed a novel method for cognitive recordings that integrated the spatial resolution of MRI with the neurological accuracy of electroencephalography, enabling more precise data collection and analysis.2… Show more As a Researcher at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), I contributed to the development of innovative methods for cognitive recordings, combining advanced imaging and neurological techniques to enhance research accuracy and outcomes.Key contributions include:1. Developed a novel method for cognitive recordings that integrated the spatial resolution of MRI with the neurological accuracy of electroencephalography, enabling more precise data collection and analysis.2. Conducted live animal tests and utilized MATLAB to create filtering protocols that improved the Signal-to-Noise ratio, significantly enhancing the quality and reliability of the data obtained.3. Assisted in the development of a bio-inert 3D printed skull designed to improve experimental practices and subject care, ensuring more consistent and humane research conditions.4. Acknowledged for supporting a unique procedure and method at NIMH, contributing to the advancement of research techniques within the institute.This role allowed me to apply cutting-edge research methodologies and technical skills to contribute to significant advancements in cognitive science and neuroimaging. Show less

Master Of Science - Ms, Biomedical/Medical Engineering

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Biomedical/Medical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Varsity Men's Soccer, Track & Field