-Managed the evaluation, patenting, marketing of technologies, and licensing of the physical sciences and engineering portfolios of numerous UConn inventions – Distilled and articulated technical concepts to communicate effectively with University scientists and industry representatives across a broad range of technologies-Licensed technologies to industry through active marketing and negotiated complex licensing deals; 1300+ companies contacted, 228+ conversations, 51+ NDA’s, 6+ MTA’s/MEA’s, 2 Sponsored Research Agreements, 3 Options and 4 Licenses negotiated; currently in negotiations for 2 Options and 4 Licenses (2 with Equity stakes); Mid 5-figure revenue realized thus far, with a mid-6-figure pipeline for the next FY -2024 AUTM Bremer Scholar – won the Howard Bremer Scholarship from the industry’s premier academic licensing professional organization, recognizing rising talent in the field of technology transfer within the first two years in the field-Supported University start-up companies and helped develop and support programs to aid faculty and students – advised and networked entrepreneurs on SBIR/STTR, acting as the resident expert for UConn on this funding mechanism-Established strong relationships and fostered collaboration with relevant industry executives, investors, entrepreneurs, and researchers, forming academic-industry relationships which foster innovation in a dynamic organization to facilitate the translation of science and research to market-Demonstrated ability to understand the relevance of early-stage inventions; developed and executed invention-specific marketing plans, patents, and commercialization strategies to attract potential licensees-Educated on technology transfer in terms of purpose, intellectual property process, and the value of commercialization, evaluate inventions and track progress of continued research related to inventions – Participated in rigorous portfolio review to aid patent prosecution and streamline budget

• Wrote and received an NSF SBIR Phase I award for $225,000 in 2020 • Worked intimately with the CEO to generate the company’s brand ethos and targeted mission• Led a scientific team executing development of novel, long lasting insect repellent, sunscreen, antimicrobial, and antiviral applications, generating new intellectual property to broaden the technical scope of the company’s core vision

• Drove SBIR/STTR growth and economic growth in general for the state of Connecticut by guiding aspiring entrepreneurs, nascent start-ups, and established small businesses with federal grant and contract application process (Phase 0 Support), including developing and sharing state-wide lists of resources and programs for entrepreneurs and networking them with relevant service providers and other needs• Served underrepresented communities (the main charge of the SBA’s FAST program) and enabled success for minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses and acted in the entrepreneurial support organization space, connecting CT small business with any and every CTNext, state, federal, and other resources available to them to aid their growth and success, driving CT’s economic growth • Created and led the “CT SBIR/STTR Consortium” which liaises between companies and various state and private resources, such as ABCT, APEX, BBCetc, CCAT, CONNSTEP, CT Tech Council, PTAC, NMC, FORGE, DECD, Connecticut Innovations, CT SBDC, CT’s WBDC, and academia (UConn, Yale, U. Bridgeport, Quinnipiac, Albertus Magnus, Fairfield University, etc.)

-Managed a team of 9 scientists, engineers, researchers, and regulatory and compliance personnel -Developed effervescent products in OTC Drugs, Class I Medical Devices, Nutritional Supplements, Shower & Beauty Products, and Cleaning Products in a cGMP environment -As head of Product Development, managed and developed numerous effervescent products and projects for launch for various third parties as a contract manufacturer and National Brand Equivalent (NBE) customers -Liaised with third-party brands as a contract manufacturer, developing products and projects for same -Created and evolved the house-brand, FizzBenefitz, line of products for direct-to-consumer effervescent nutritional supplements and cleaning products -Maintained the Compliance Department needs for record-keeping -Directly supervised engineering staff to evolve Product Development into Production-ready materials -Worked with engineering staff to complete Validation activities, IQ/OQ/PQ’s, and other equipment troubleshooting -Chaired the Food Defense Team for creation, training, and implementation of Tower’s Food Defense Plan -Wrote and managed SOP’s, Change Control Processes, and other regulatory needs per the FDA 21 CFR’s Parts 11, 101, 111, 121, 201, 210, 211, 801, and 820 (Drugs, Food, Supplements, & Medical Devices) and cGMP guidelines

-Built and ran the Research and Development staff, generating, on average, a new product every 2 weeks-Fostered open communication and team-building to ensure efficient, perspicacious staff-Collaborated with Marketing and Sales to drive new product development and inform on scientific merits of new products-Trained and oversaw Document Control and regulatory operations-Worked closely with Quality Control to move products from R&D into Production -Liaised, managed, and hired in the Manufacturing, Human Resources, and Production environments

• Managed Document Control Office staff in the Quality Control and Quality Assurance Departments• Responsible for creating and maintaining a database of internal purchase orders and manufacturing/production/shipping production paperwork• Monitored and ensured compliance with the FDA’s 21 CFR 111 Regulatory Requirements• Implemented, streamlined, and updated electronic record creation and filing systems as well as archival records in paper, electronic, and cloud-based storage systems• Improved efficiency and reliability of the batch record systems and processes• Updated SOPs, assisted with creating and updating Specifications, Lab Testing Reports, and Stability Data Sheets through Document Change procedures• Proofread revised documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with SOPs and other controlled documents• Reviewed and signed Master Manufacturing Records• Reviewed production batch records against existing Master Manufacturing Records, identifying any inaccuracies and inconsistencies• Maintained all confidential files in a secured system• Liaised and coordinated with Management, Warehouse, Production, Shipping, and other departments as necessary

• Managed projects across a variety of product goals and ensured deliverables were met on time and under budget• Skilled in synthetic polymer chemistry, electrochemistry, and general chemistry Synthesized oligomers and polymers for use in electrochromic devices• Developed innovative chemistry and engineering solutions that directly influenced project success• Formulations experience with electrolyte gels and compositions for optimum device performance• Inventive and innovative thinker with an inclination towards solving problems, demonstrable by 4 patents issued and pending and additional co-authored publications• Interfaced with customers and built relationships, resulting in secured contracts with several multinational corporations• Sourced chemicals, equipment, and supplies to ensure cost-effective procurement• Directed research and presented results internally and externally• Mentored and trained staff• Developed and delivered presentations for potential customers• Led technical meetings with clients• Raised over $500,000 in funding• Experienced managing small teams, interacting with customers and potential clients, and an expert communicator with scientists and business people alike• Expertly proficient with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Powerpoint (70 WPM); Proficient with other common programs like ChemDraw, Origin, Kaleidograph, and MestReNova • Moderately proficient in speaking Spanish as a second language

Working in the Langer Laboratory at MIT within the Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research. Appointment at Children's Hospital Boston. • Advisors: Prof. Robert Langer and Prof. Daniel G. Anderson• Smart materials for the treatment of diabetes; non-invasive glucose sensors; nerve regeneration; drug delivery using conducting polymers, electrical stimulation of neuronal cells • Developed materials towards the application of smart-patches for diabetes therapies• Developed glucose sensors in novel environments• Developed electrically triggerable insulin delivery polymers• Screened polymers (subcutaneous, mice) for fibrosis and biocompatibility• Performed in vivo evaluation of conductive nerve regrowth conduits (sciatic nerve, rats)• Instrumentation: Zeiss Fluorescence microscopy, cell culture (and related equipment)• Live Animal Work: (mice) Subcutaneous injections at multiple sites, intraperitoneal injections, anesthesia, euthanasia, live fluorescence and bioluminescence imaging, and post-mortem histology on skin samples; (rats) survival surgery for implantation of nerve regrowth conduits, electrical stimulation of same via head stage, anesthesia, euthanasia, and live fluorescence and bioluminescence imaging• Published 1 paper, 1 review article, and 1 pending paper

Grant Writing Consultant • Prepared Navy SBIR proposal for solicitation N111-036, Advanced Anodes for Corrosion Control Systems for Complex Geometrics

Doctorate of Philosophy in Chemistry (2006 – 2010)University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, GPA: 3.95 / 4.00Advisor: Prof. Gregory A. Sotzing• Studied and invented new electrochromic device architectures, new polymers, and electrochromic fabric • Monomer (small molecule) synthesis and purification (column chromatography), precursor polymer synthesis and purification (precipitation), and poly(amic acid) synthesis and purification (dialysis)• Synthesized thermally stable templates for conducting polymer dispersions• Published 17 papers, 4 patents and patent applications, and 1 book chapter• Assembled and tested Electrochromic Devices using organic Conjugated Polymer materials (reflective-type and transparent or window-type): • Spin coating, spray coating, and ink-jet printing; UV-curable adhesives, UV-initiated and thermal-initiated gel electrolyte matrices; Color software and colorimetry (CIE color spaces) • Electrochemistry: Cyclic voltammetry; EQCM (CH Instruments potentiostats); Spectroelectrochemistry• Conceived and built new device architectures for wearable, flexible electrochromics• Processed precursor polymers into electrochromic polymers in a variety of ways• Characterized prepared materials electrochemically, chemically, and mechanically• Utilized DNA as a biomacromolecular template for the preparation of conducting polymers• Performed biological sensing experiments with electrospun nanofibers• Co-invented two patents (with a divisional each) with graduate advisor, involving the preparation of electrochromic textile and devices• Intimately involved with the grant writing process: Co-prepared several NSF proposals across multiple divisions as well as a U.S. Department of Energy proposal; Co-prepared an IUPAC three-country collaborative grant • Taught discussion sections and supervised laboratory experiments for the breadth of the General Chemistry curriculum using Masterton and Hurley 6th Ed. From 2006-2007 and the fall semester of 2009

Bachelor of Science (cum laude) 2002 – 2006• Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA, GPA: 3.65 / 4.00• Minors: Mathematics, History• Research Advisor: Prof. Shana O. Kelley• Synthesized CdS nanoparticles for biosensors using biomolecular templates, studied via Fluorescence, and UV-Vis-NIR (1 publication)• Purified DNA via HPLC, titrated with gold nanoparticles