Swastik Patel Email & Phone Number

California, United States

Leading a team of 25+ students in designing (and hopefully developing if selected 🤞) an astronaut display & control system and AI-driven systems for enhancing astronaut autonomy and spacewalk efficiency for the 2024 - 2025 NASA SUITS Challenge. 🧑‍🚀 🚀

• Designed and developed the front end of a software system for an AR Headset, which tracks crew and scientific assets during a mock EVA Scenario at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in May 2024. • Part of Purdue University’s J.A.R.V.I.S. “Just a Rather Vital Interface System” Team, one of only 11 college teams selected nationwide to compete in the prestigious NASA SUITS Design Challenge. 🧑‍🚀 🚀

Led the 15-person Infrastructure team to conceptualize and plan lunar city development to ensure the overall feasibility and scalability of the lunar city project for the NASA RASC-AL “Revolutionary Aerospace Systems Concepts - Academic Linkage” Competition.

Collaborating with Beck's Hybrids to identify key factors affecting seed quality & germination utilizing Python, R, Excel, SQL, and statistical analysis to develop solutions aimed at improving those rates.

• Led a diverse team of over 60 instructors, lead instructors, and directors to ensure the effective delivery of STEAM education programs.• Successfully managed the admission and payment process for over 150 students during the launch of paid camps, ensuring financial stability for the organization.• Fostered a collaborative and productive work environment, resulting in the successful expansion of camp offerings and increased enrollment.• Ensured the smooth execution of camps week by week (for over 12 weeks), aligning with the organization's mission of making STEAM education accessible to all students.

San Francisco Bay Area

• Spearheaded the development and instruction of a robust 10-week Python curriculum, including quizzes and projects, for 500+ students across 13 camps. • Managed a team of 16+ instructors, and extended outreach globally via partnerships and translations (with Crimson Education: Vietnam, and CREA, respectively).

• Conducted extensive market research and developed methods to help grow the user base, increase engagement, and improve the product• Collected and analyzed user feedback to drive improvements in product and customer service• Worked with the Python Pandas DataFrame by coding scripts to analyze Geolocation data

• Conducted extensive research and strategically identified investors, leading to a successful close with PearVC for Poppin's pre-seed round.• Collaborated with the team to provide valuable product ideation and feedback for the pitch deck, aligning fundraising efforts with product development goals.

• Directed a team of 10+ writers in crafting 225+ high-quality personal finance articles, ensuring adherence to ethical standards.• Aligned the publication's content with organizational goals while prioritizing reader satisfaction, bolstering impact, and expanding readership through engaging and relevant content.• Conducted bi-weekly meetings with writers, offering guidance, feedback, and fostering a collaborative environment.

San Francisco Bay Area

• Successfully secured a transformative partnership with Bank of America's Better Money Habits Program, amplifying financial education impact by leveraging resources and networks. • Collaborated closely with the President to define and align long-term organizational goals, fostering a clear strategic direction. • Optimized team performance through strategic work management systems, including bi-monthly check-ins and proactive support, fostering efficiency, productivity, and high morale among a 25+ member team.• Utilized statistical analysis to assess the effectiveness of operations, tracking readership and engagement across multiple platforms, informing data-driven improvements.

• Continued and expanded on the XR Games program, fostering game development and utilizing design thinking for tech-driven solutions to global issues, with increased participation, successful projects, and innovative solutions developed within the program.• Attended XR events like the Stanford XR Summit, gaining exposure to novel VR/AR applications and ideas, which were later integrated into club activities, resulting in enhanced content and engagement.

• Facilitated preparation for the Samsung Solve For Tomorrow competition for a group of 60+ members. • Spearheaded the Inter-Club XR Games program, educating students and teachers in practical XR tech applications, resulting in improved understanding, increased usage, and positive club engagement.

San Francisco Bay Area

• 2020-2021 Samsung Solve For Tomorrow Honorary Mention• Worked with peers to develop projects for the Samsung Solve For Tomorrow Competition and XR Games

San Francisco Bay Area

• Accomplished strategic growth and merger integration by defining long-term vision, overseeing daily operations, and negotiating a successful merger with Finatic, a separate personal finance organization.• Strengthened the organization's educational impact through curriculum development, team management, and enhancing the accuracy and reach of the newsletter.

• Enhanced financial literacy by actively teaching workshops on topics such as Interest, Reading Stock Charts, Personal Money Management, Debit vs. Credit, Investment, and Algorithmic Trading.• Elevated the quality of the workshop curriculum through thorough fact-checking, comprehensive editing, and a refined style, ensuring a more appealing and practical learning experience.• Played a pivotal role in organizing events, including the "Let's Talk Money" event in February, fostering financial education and community engagement.

San Francisco Bay Area

• Orchestrated the production of a team video by scripting, coordinating with international teams, and editing, leading to the successful integration of the video on our website.• Provided technical support and assisted the main teaching team in executing personal finance workshops and events.• Effectively managed communication with international teams to ensure coordination and preparedness for organizational initiatives.

Engaged in Geopolitical and U.S. Criminal Justice debates as a member of the Speech and Debate Organization, participating in tournaments to enhance argumentative and research skills.

Major: Computer And Information Technology, Minor: Management

Activities and Societies: AIF, SEARCH (Research Subteam, Software Subteam), Taekwondo Club

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Activities and Societies: Geography Club (President), XR EDU (Co-Vice President), Science Olympiad (Co-Vice President), Executive Band.