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Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

• Working to develop an algorithm that reliably forecasts fundraising events in early stage startups• Algorithm will eventually be deployed on startup database to identify which companies are most likely to be receptive to investment

• Optimized campaign strategy, potential voter appeal, and targeted outreach and fundraising efforts• Reviewed voting and donation data to identify the most effective use of campaign resources• Campaign efforts resulted in a successful election and garnered 65.4% of the vote

Vermont, United States

Executive appointment to Vermont Governor Phil Scott’s task force for COVID-19 response in the State of Vermont.• Provided data analysis, pandemic briefings, and strategic counsel to Governor Phil Scott and Commissioner Mike Pieciak• Co-created the active case algorithm used by the State to estimate current infections in Vermont• Built and maintained the map used to determine Vermont's travel restrictions in summer 2020 (the first COVID-19 map to use a county-by-county approach, which has now been adopted by the CDC)• Analyzed accuracy of consultant forecasts and advised State regarding their retainer resulting in $500,000 in saved fees• Consulted on modeling issues at the request of other departments, including economic projections, police staffing forecasts, medical care wait times, and business climate trends• Identify disproportionate burdens placed on minority communities to support the Vermont Racial Equity Task Force's goal of evaluating structures of support for racially diverse populations• Communicate with media to aid in public understanding of Vermont’s strategy and policies• Helped Vermont achieve 5th and 2nd lowest per capita infection and death totals, respectively (as of June 16th, 2022)

Brattleboro, Vt

• Transitioned students from home school environments to the Vermont public school system by working to address weaknesses and differences in curriculum• Designed lesson plans and worked one on one with students

Brattleboro Vt, Usa

• Taught math, science, english, social studies, and Chinese at public elementary, middle, and high schools in Windham County, Vermont.

New Haven, Ct

• Led admissions, science, engineering, architectural, and historical tours of Yale University. Served as a representative of the Admissions Office, offering advice and guidance to prospective applicants• Provided tours in Mandarin Chinese• Participated in panels discussing various aspects of university life and the college admissions process

New Haven, Ct

• Developed a closed feedback loop to implement in models of the human hand with potential applications in enhanced prosthetic limbs, dexterous robotic manipulation, and a broader theory of systematic actuator and mechanical design

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Mathematics

9-12

Activities and Societies: Valedictorian, Student Body (President), National Honor Society (President), National Merit Scholar, Marjot.