Innovator, educator, and entrepreneur on a mission to transform industries and empower the next generation. As the Co-Founder and CTO of Cattle Kettle, I'm leading a talented team in designing and programming a groundbreaking system that automates water source management for cattle producers. With a focus on hardware development, I'm creating solutions that withstand harsh conditions and enhance ranchers' efficiency.Beyond my role at Cattle Kettle, I serve as a Teaching Assistant at the Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management, where I guide students in design thinking, startup discovery, conflict resolution, and leadership. As an Entrepreneurship Ambassador at the UNL Center for Entrepreneurship, I'm dedicated to fostering student innovation and connecting them with industry leaders.My mechanical engineering expertise was honed during my internship at Elemental Scientific, Inc., where I designed pressure measurement systems and programmed hardware for advanced experiments. I'm pursuing a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln, while also being part of the highly competitive Jeffrey S. Raikes School honors program.My commitment to community service is evident through initiatives like 'Cultivating the Silicon Prairie: The Next Generation of Nebraska,' where I've developed classroom activities, curriculum, and social media campaigns to promote ag-tech education. As a local representative of the Miss America Opportunity, not only do I advocate for my personal initiative above, but I represent a community of those with invisible disabilities and continuously promote the national #MissAmericaFit initiative.Awards like the LaunchLNK 2023 grant, New Venture Competition Championship, and participation in The Combine accelerator reflect my dedication to innovation and business growth. As Vice President of the Big Red Swing Dance Club, Secretary of the Theme Park Design Group, and a member of various charitable organizations, I'm actively shaping a brighter future through education, entrepreneurship, and community engagement.