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Empowering Innovation, Building Community, and Shaping the Future of Manufacturing and EntrepreneurshipAs the founder and CEO of Humanmade, my mission is to create an environment where innovation meets impact. Humanmade to provides individuals, small businesses, and entrepreneurs with the tools, skills, and resources they need to turn their ideas into reality. Humanmade is an advanced manufacturing training center, business accelerator, and innovation hub that supports diverse entrepreneurship across the Bay Area.Driven by a vision of collaboration and impact, I’ve had the privilege of helping Humanmade grow into a platform that fosters real-world growth for both innovators and job seekers alike. Through strategic partnerships with state and federal agencies, including grants from the Department of Labor and the California Accelerator, we’ve secured the necessary resources to expand our programs, such as our Next Generation Manufacturing Training (NGMT) workforce pathway program. This program equips individuals with high-quality career skills and supports the growth of local businesses. These partnerships, forged through hard work and dedication, form the foundation of Humanmade’s work and enable us to reach a wider audience and make a lasting impact.Our community has proven to be a catalyst for the success of startups like Voltpost. Beyond providing physical workspace and tools, we offer mentorship and access to critical business resources. Here, innovation meets impact as we support entrepreneurs on their journey from prototype to product launch and beyond.**Core Strengths**- **Collaborative Leadership**: Focused on creating a supportive, high-impact environment where teams and members can learn and succeed.- **Program Development & Partnerships**: Dedicated to building partnerships and securing funding to support Humanmade’s growth and the success of the businesses we serve.- **Product Development & Innovation**: Experienced in helping entrepreneurs access the resources they need to bring new products to market.- **Community Building & Workforce Development**: Committed to a diverse and supportive ecosystem where small businesses and workforce participants alike can thrive.Through every challenge, my goal remains simple: to make Humanmade a place where people can grow, create, and contribute to a resilient future for our community.

Listed skills include Management, Graphic Design, Entrepreneurship, User Experience, and 37 others.

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  San Francisco State University

  Industrial And Product Design