Near Earth Autonomy is creating a future where autonomous flight is commonplace and safe. Our work enables a range of uncrewed aircraft (i.e., sub-meter to full scale) to operate across multiple applications.

To transform how exponential technologies are accessed and adopted by underserved communities, and how data from those communities is collected, stored, and used for the advancement of ethical AI, community health, and the pursuit and sustainment of health and digital equity.

I Teach a Graduate level course in “Entrepreneurial Approaches to Healthcare Innovation” which is a required course of the Masters in Medical Management degree program, a unique program comprised entirely of physicians with at least five years of post-residency experience helping them transition and succeed as health care executives.

The Academy of Technology (AoT) is a society of UnitedHealth Group's leading thinkers and problem-solvers. The academy offers enterprise-wide technical leadership in technologies such as AI/ML, Deep Learning, Graph technology, linking UnitedHealth Group's technical teams, business partners and affiliates.

Established Strategic Partnerships with companies that had Technology or Services which would accelerate the business digitalization and automation agenda thru the use of AI/ML/NLP. Work across LoBs to gain alignment on Strategy, Objectives and Goals. Establish internal champions for each LoB.• Work with Partner to align objectives with UHx objectives.• Establish Strategic Partnerships with Research Institutions with expertise in specific domains to accelerate business innovation.• Manage and lead Optum's Strategic Programs, including directing Optum's College of Artificial Intelligence, UnitedHealthGroup's Academy of Technology and Optum's Strategic Partnerships which include Research Institutions and Industry Partnerships.• Founder, Optum Startup Studio, Optum's Healthcare Technology Startup Incubator. Grew program from a proof of concept in 2019 to an international program with annual cohorts in the US and India.• Lead Optum Technology's Innovation program to leverage external partnerships and accelerate LoB innovation and time to market.• Spearheaded $1B+ in new revenue / cost avoidance opportunities through Optum Tech Innovation Program.• Oversee Optum Technology's Patent Portfolio, growing portfolio by more than 400 filings in three years.• Oversee Optum Technology's Strategic Investments in technology companies. Evaluated 116 Companies in 2022.• Founder, Optum College of AI, launching program in 2018 with a track for Business Leader and Technologists. Saved an estimated $1M per year on hiring costs.• Graduated 122 Business leaders in the “AI for Business Leaders” Program, 87 Business Leadersin the “Data Science for Business Leaders” Program, 52 Business Leaders in the “Ethics and AI” Program.• Up-skilled 3000 FTE Engineers in the practice of AI/ML.• Executive sponsor for Google, Twillio, Intel Corporation and Nvidia Strategic Partnerships.

Executive Leader of Optum Technology Common Capabilities which included OptumID, Optum Secure Messaging, Optum IMS-Patient Matching Service and Optum Federated Storage Solutions. The Common Capabilities portfolio is used by UHC's Provider Network to authenticate and secure communications with our Clinic's, Physicians and Network of Hospital Systems.• Managed P&L for a portfolio of $100M.• Oversaw the re-platforming to cloud, modernization of the Capabilities and product roadmaps for the portfolio resulting in as much as a 5X savings in operating costs.• Established new pricing models for internal customers to increase their profitability.

I drove success for this $70M gaming company, serving as Board Leader for world’s largest cloud gaming service provider, collaborating with Japanese parent company (Broad Media Corporation), and leading operations across Japan, France, Finland, and US. I headed global strategic business development and North American P&L management, accounting, and HR operations. Key accomplishments include:• Instrumental to success of $70M global firm, establishing US subsidiary of global G-cluster corporation and serving as Treasurer/Board of Directors and member of Global Enterprise Executive Management Team.• Introduced 1st Streaming Video Game on Demand Service with Cox Communications, delivered via broadband network and serving as most successful Cox pilot ever with 11% conversion.• Launched US sales, marketing, product development, and customer functions while directing cloud service provider, data center, and analytic software selection and operations across North American business unit.• Optimized casual and AAA game offerings for white-label service game provider serving 10M players.

My Tribal Totem connects people to other people with like interests through the use of "wearable" technology. Our product allows users to join a like-minded "tribe" without a smart phone or online social networking application.Imagine going to an event wearing a hat, pin, or piece of jewelry that privately communicates your chosen affiliation with others who have the same interests.My Tribal Totem connects people with other people who matter to them – without the need for other technology in the middle.

SeaWell Networks’ software solutions address the needs of Network Operators building out IP video streaming delivery networks known as Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) or Over the Top (OTT) networks in public or private Cloud Architectures. SeaWell’s Spectrum product is an adaptive bit-rate session controller, helping service providers monetize online video. Spectrum’s unique approach to video delivery includes stream management, personalized ad insertion and network optimizations that providers need to remain a step ahead of competition. Cable / Telco MSOs, CDN service providers, Media and Entertainment Companies as well as Managed Service Providers are the target industry segments. Responsibilities include managing Sales and Field Engineering services for pre-sales trials and post sales launch activities.Led business development, introducing go-to-market strategy for Spectrum product, recruiting/ leading sales and field service teams, and setting quarterly and annual revenue goals.

I created sales strategies for media distribution platform and CDN technology to Tier 1 North American service providers, working to accelerate content delivery for managed/unmanaged service providers. Key accomplishments include:• Formed relationships with top cable and communications providers including Verizon, ATT, Rogers, Nokia Siemens Networks, Ericsson, and NEC North America to drive sales and strategic partnerships.

I developed strategic distribution and go-to-market sales strategies for interactive cable TV network delivering single, multi-player, and video gaming into residences. Key accomplishments include:• Built strategic partnerships with AWS, Cisco/SA, Motorola, HP, IBM, and cloud infrastructure providers as part of distribution and go-to-market strategies.

Vice President of the Americas and Asia Pacific Operations (June 2005 – June 2007)Director of Sales (June 2000 – June 2005)Director of Technical Marketing – APAC (June 1996 – June 2000)Manager Customer Support - (December 1994 - June 1996)I launched trend-setting Video on Demand/interactive digital video delivery systems, directing technology, sales and technical marketing programs throughout career. I led forecasting and established strategic partnerships. I developed distribution and system integration strategies through APAC, defining product and technical support requirements. I also set strategic goals, quarterly/annual sales forecasts, and sales compensation plans Key accomplishments include:• Pioneered Video on Demand technology, partnering with Time Warner Cable to launch service in 1997.• Instrumental leader in self-funded company becoming public within 3.5 years, creating marketing, sales, and technology strategies focused on innovation and rapid growth.• Drove $65M hardware, software, and service business unit growth, directing team with 200+ accounts in North and South America.• Quickly expanded global revenue, growing Latin America sales from 0 - $5M and Canada from 0 - $10M.• Established Itochu Corporation as SeaChange’s exclusive Japanese representative, residing in Tokyo.• Nurtured relationships with distribution channels including Motorola, Scientific Atlanta, and Microsoft, serving as Corporate Executive Sponsor for Verizon and AT&T.