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Scottsdale, AZ, US

Scottsdale, AZ, US

- Spearhead innovation in the U.S. defense sector by building strong relationships with entrepreneurs, startups, and venture partners across the Southwest. - Design and implement programs that connect technology innovators with national security challenges to address emerging defense needs. - Oversee a pipeline of startups, providing tailored coaching.

The Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub Arizona serves as an open door to the Department of Defense; where academics, companies and entrepreneurs can learn how to enter the national security innovation base, discover how to access government programming and funding, and engage in national security events and opportunities.

Washington, DC, US

A sisterhood that serves the modern Jewish woman in a world with evolving challenges.The Jewish Women’s Readiness League (JWRL) is a supportive collective for diasporic Jewish women to rediscover their strength, cultivate their physical and mental toughness, and provide service to their communities in a unique spin on Tikkun Olam.

- Directed intelligence collection and due diligence projects across human, cyber, and open-source domains, aligning with client goals and mitigating risk through detailed assessments.- Led cross-functional teams to optimize workflows, deliver actionable intelligence, and enhance capabilities via agile roadmap informed by market research and customer.

Took a break from full-time work to focus on raising my twin toddlers and managing our household.

- Served multiple tech companies across the e-commerce, fintech, and IoT sectors from 2014-2022 as both an employee and independent consultant. - Led the development and go-to-market strategy for a comprehensive suite of IoT applications and services at SmartRent. - Helped Fortune 500 companies launch world-class e-commerce platforms at BigCommerce..

- Provided unpaid consulting expertise in technology customization, training, and adoption planning for various special operations teams. - Assisted case officers in effectively leveraging tools like JIRA to manage operations. - Customized JIRA to meet the unique requirements of each team, improving communications, task tracking, and mission-critical.

Boston, MA, US

- Participated in the Sales and Account Management track at Startup Institute, founded by former Techstars executives. - Gained expertise in SaaS sales enablement, business development, and strategic partnerships. - Pitched at Harvard IdeaLab, showcasing innovative ideas and solutions. - Completed an apprenticeship in the fintech space, further developing.

Denver, CO, US

- Directed PR, media relations, strategic donor outreach, and high-level event planning for a nonprofit focused on community safety. - Collaborated with the communications offices of the Department of Homeland Security, the Wilson Center, and CSIS. - Personally liaised with staffs of prominent leaders, including former SecDef Leon Panetta, Gen. Petraeus.

Tel Aviv, IL

- Served in the Israel Defense Forces' Caracal Infantry Battalion, patrolling the Sinai border as part of a counter-trafficking force with a dual law enforcement and military mandate. - Conducted operations to patrol and disrupt contraband trade routes, functioning with a similar scope as DEA and ATF. - Collaborated with counterterrorism teams and special.

Geospatial Information Science M.S. Program, Concentration In Geoint

School Of International & Public Affairs, Graduate Course: Terrorism & Counterterrorism

School For The Future Of Innovation In Society, Graduate Course: Science & Technology Policy

Bachelor Of Arts, Cum Laude

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Education record