I'm an engineer with a foundation in CNC machinery, having built my first 3D printer at age 11. This early start paved the way for my proficiency in multiple programming languages and a love for designing, building, and coding various types of machinery.Our goal at MAVRIK is to forever transform human travel. MAVRIK began as a passion project four years ago. After spending years building and flying racing drones, I mustered the courage to construct a larger model capable of carrying a human. Through years of trial and error, building, rebuilding, and raising almost $30,000 in non-dilutive donations, I successfully built the MAVRIK MK-8. MAVRIK has evolved from a personal endeavor to a patent-holding company, powered by a talented team of innovators. With the MK-8 passing multiple manned flight tests, we are now developing the pre-production model, the MAVRIK NOMAD, and are securing over $1M of pre-seed funding to propel its development and introduction to the market.In the professional domain, I've contributed to software development for a banking regulation management firm, enhancing the efficiency of financial operations and compliance. I've also spent time teaching coding at Code Ninjas, aiding young minds in navigating the complex yet exciting world of technology. My analytical skills were sharpened during a tenure at a venture capital firm, where I was immersed in company due diligence and investment analysis.At Cornell University, not only am I delving into advanced engineering studies, but I also contribute to the drivetrain and ergonomics subteam of Baja SAE, applying theoretical insights to real-world applications.I'm fascinated by engineering because it allows ideas to be transformed into real-life, tangible creations.