Mariah "Roman" Lichtenstern Email & Phone Number

Sacramento, California, Us

Capitalizing on Diverse PerpectivesInnovation thrives where diverse perspectives intersect and DiverseCity Ventures capitalizes on these intersections. A pre-seed / seed-stage firm, we accelerate scalable, technology-enabled companies that have positive social, economic, or environmental impact, inclusive teams, and demonstrate high potential for outsized returns.Committed to diversity and inclusion, we have special interest in companies helmed by inclusive teams. We also look for diversity in the overall organization - by virtue of not only gender and ethnicity, but also geography, socio-economic background, and "otherness." Data supports our belief that under-utilized perspectives and underserved markets are a treasure trove of opportunity.Areas of interest include: • CleanTech (ESG) / Sustainability (Agriculture, Water, Energy)• Education / Skill Development• Finance / Crypto-Currency• Health & Wellness • Real Estate / Affordable Housing• Communication / Cultural Representation (including Media, Tourism, & Entertainment)• Social Justice / Social Equity• Emerging & Underserved MarketsLearn more: www.DiverseCityV.com*Please be advised, we do not sign NDAs for submissions as per industry protocol. Thank you for your understanding.

Alexandria, Va, Us

The NSF Convergence Accelerator program addresses national-scale societal challenges through use-inspired convergence research. Using a convergence approach and innovation processes like human-centered design, user discovery, and team science and integration of multidisciplinary research, the Convergence Accelerator program seeks to transition basic research and discovery into practice—to solve high-impact societal challenges aligned with specific research themes (tracks). NSF Convergence Accelerator tracks are chosen in concordance with the themes identified during the program’s ideation process that have the potential for significant national impact. The NSF Convergence Accelerator implements a two-phase program.

San Francisco, California, Us

Artificial intelligence powered data platform for smart and safe city applications.Hayden AI is an artificial intelligence technology company and smart city solutions provider that partners with the world’s most innovative cities to improve traffic safety and efficiency.

California, Us

At Fourthwave, our mission is to facilitate the development of best-in-class women-led companies with diverse teams.

Los Angeles, California, Us

Fostering EntrepreneurshipFor UCLA Students, Parents, Faculty and AlumniUCLA Ventures (formerly UCLA Venture Capital Fund) is a community of UCLA alumni and friends whose core purpose is to support and promote entrepreneurship at UCLA. The VC Fund mentors faculty and students, fosters the growth of UCLA companies, and connects entrepreneurs with an interest in UCLA. Members have the opportunity to advise campus entrepreneurship initiatives, raise funds for UCLA start-ups, and ultimately to advance UCLA as one of the top entrepreneurial universities in the nation.

San Francisco, California, Us

Topics:Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital, Diversity & Inclusion, CleanTech & Sustainability, Innovation Ecosystem, Creative Economy, Filmmaking, Film Finance & Distribution

San Francisco, Ca, Us

The Aspen Tech Policy Hub mixes the best of both Washington and Silicon Valley, bringing together stakeholders in policy and technology to train the next generation of policy entrepreneurs.The Aspen Tech Policy Hub is a West Coast policy incubator, training a new generation of tech policy entrepreneurs. It takes tech experts, teaches them the policy process through an in-residence fellowship program in the Bay Area, and encourage them to develop outside-the-box solutions to society’s problems. Modeled after tech incubators like Y Combinator, it trains new policy thinkers and focuses the impact of their ideas. See outputs at https://techfundingequity.com

Palo Alto, Ca, Us

Female Founder Fellow & graduate of Silicon Valley Spring 2015. Initiated, validated and launched Sacramento, CA chapter. Produce pre-launch and semester events. Recruited over 100 Mentors, 22 Founders, and 4 Co-Directors from local ecosystem. Recognized in Forbes magazine as the 3rd most gender diverse chapter globally out of 200 cities.The Founder Institute is the world's largest entrepreneur training and startup launch program, helping aspiring founders across the globe build enduring technology companies. FI has chapters in over 60 countries and 150 cities. It has helped to launch over 3,000 companies, create over 20,000 jobs, and graduate companies are valued at over $15B. Graduates raised over $100MM of investment capital in 2016 alone.

CINESHARES connects filmmakers and their stakeholders from script-to-screen, from compliant film finance to distribution.

Palo Alto, Ca, Us

The Kauffman Fellowship is a highly sought-after two-year program dedicated exclusively to the world of innovation investing...Finalists have survived a rigorous and extensive screening process, and represent the best of this year’s forward-thinking applicants to the capital formation ecosystem. As of 2013, Kauffman Fellows have collectively made $6 billion in venture capital investments, sparking growth in hundreds of new enterprises, $15 billion in annually recurring revenues, and the creation of 50,000 jobs.

• Develop & package motion picture and television projects for theatrical, DTV, VOD, network, & 2nd screen exhibition / distribution.• Seek out, screen & select projects, performing due diligence on behalf of angel & private investors & film funds. • Perform comparative analysis and financial forecasting for prospective projects• Consult and partner with experienced & emerging filmmakers on business development and packaging of projects. Activities include, entity formation, negotiation, securing talent, finance planning, fundraising, & distribution. • Consult with SMBs to develop, utilize & leverage media & technology to engage audiences.• Conceptualize & produced hundreds of corporate and non-profit media and marketing projects for TV & web.• Produced over 200 hours of national and international programming. Developed web and cross-platform mobile app content.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Instructed undergraduate students in: • Introduction to Digital Filmmaking• Survey of Film and Video Industry• Script Writing• Effective Speaking • English

Toronto, Ontario, Ca

Independent-Contractor with Foresters (FINRA Sponsor), Aviva, et al. Series 6 / 63 / 65; CA Life & Health.Completed rigorous testing and U4 clearance to provided financial education and consultation to families and small businesses in addition to commercial and residential mortgage origination. • Performed detailed financial analysis of budgets, product performance, and projections• Specialize knowledge of equity indexed products & strategies• Co-produced workshops and events with complimentary partners• Gave presentations to groups and individuals in a variety of contexts• Produced and distributed email and direct mail marketing campaigns• Maintained rigorous weekly meeting and travel schedule • Recruited and trained team membersGetting outside the building prior to the crash gave me tremendous insight into consumer finance, psychology of consumption, market cycles, bubbles, and triggers.

South San Francisco, Ca, Us

• Surpassed capacity for recruiting new foster families and re-engaging those in the pipeline. • Maintained direct mail and email funnel communications, growing list over 60% in less than 1 year• Held and facilitated orientations and workshops to train prospective families• Processed intake and pipeline paperwork and conducted home visits• Represented organization at community events for recruitment purposes• Published monthly newsletter including youth and parent contributions• Served as Contra Costa Country Intra-Faith Sub-Committee SecretaryFounded in 1975 with a single group home in Moss Beach outside of San Francisco, Aspiranet has become one of California’s largest and most successful social service organizations. Aspiranet is a 501 (c) (3) California nonprofit organization with the mission of providing children, youth, and families with a foundation of support so they can thrive at home, at school, and in their communities.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Mastered the art of becoming precisely the EA I’d hire for myself: • Document Review / Composition • Expense Reports / Custom Reports• Contact Management / Rolling calls• Scheduling• Travel Planning• Product Assembly• Mail Handling• Various other administrative tasks as required*Personally requested for temp-to-hire positions within The Capital Group several times while contracted through Ultimate Staffing. Declined to continue graduate study, but enjoyed several short-term assignments within the company in various departments.

Los Angeles, California, Us

• Chosen through competitive selection to be a Project Involve Fellow.• Mentored by Tom Ortenberg (Open Road Films), formerly of Lionsgate.• Elected as Co-Chair of Committee on Diversity, where I: ~ Scheduled monthly speakers and recruited new members ~ Published newsletter distributed to over 500 members of the LA film community• Attended & volunteered for career development workshops, master classes, screenings• Participant in The Los Angeles Film Festival, & Independent Spirit Awards.• Served as Interim Reservationist in Member Services Department: ~ Fielded up to 100 inbound and outbound calls daily ~ Managed rental scheduling and calendar for rooms and equipment ~ Processed event registrations and member enrollment ~ Migrated call tracking from analog to digitized system ~ Proposed first annual "Family Day" at LA Film Festival.

Pasadena, California, Us

Coordinated with volunteers to teach youth detained in Camp Gonzalez in 12 wk, nationally recognized, award-winning art therapy program (volunteered 2 cycles & was recruited to become paid Lead Artist).Served as Producer Mentor to young ladies in a group home making "Man Where's My Shoe," a short film produced by Deborah Lintz under the fiscal sponsorship of Unusual Suspect Theatre Group.

Santa Monica, Ca, Us

Under the mentorship of Tom Ortenberg, then President of Acquisition and Releasing:• Supported staff in acquisition (script analysis / coverage), marketing, publicity, sales, & soundtracks • Conceptualized marketing ideas used in 2003's multi-million dollar slate of films • Attended screenings, processed kill sheets, handled confidential information with sensitivity • Organized work areas.Met periodically with Tom Ortenberg for career guidance.

• Conducted due diligence on grant applications and proposals per organizational guidelines• Provided phone consultations to filmmakers on preparing and strengthening proposals• Participated in selection committee for sponsored projects• Tracked over $100,000 in contributions in FileMaker Pro database from grant sources & donors.• Attended workshops, festivals and networking events sponsored by the organization and sister organizations to engage filmmaking community and encourage deal flow into fiscal sponsorship division.

One-on-one tutor is areas of reading, writing, composition, and English as a second language (ESL). Supported students in advancing up to three grade levels in as little as three months.

Supervisor position within UC Berkeley's Recreational Sports Facility. Growing up with differently-able parents (one paraplegic, one with invisible disabilities), working with the diverse CalStar community of members, volunteers, and staff was both rewarding and educational.• Recruited, selected, trained, and supervised team of volunteers to assist differently-abled members with physical fitness goals • Supported members in benefiting from greater campus objectives of campus implementation of provisions compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)• Coordinated events and orientations• Published monthly newsletter and managed administrative operations of program under guidance of program coordinator, Susanne McQuade • Provided member support and attended group classes to observe, participate, and assist members (e.g. Yoga for Differently-Able).

B.A., Rhetoric- Narrative & The Image; Minors: English/ Ethnic Studies/ African Studies

Motion Picture Producing

Motion Picture Producing Program

Technology Entrepreneurship

Ms, Entertainment Business

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