Director

• Oct 2020 - Present

Our Mission is to inspire the next generation to use creativity, critical thinking, and STEAM skills in the invention and innovation process and to connect professionals within the toy and game industry to mentor these young innovators in their design process.www.ChiTAG.com/YICThe Young Inventor Challenge, provides an opportunity for children ages 6 to18 to develop and pitch their original inventions to major toy and game companies, industry professionals, members of the media and general public. This unique and educational experience ignites imagination, creativity and presentation skills like no other, providing a means of taking these inventions to greater heights, with professional critiques from our industry experts.We are the only young inventor program that has sponsorship and mentoring participation from top toy and game manufacturers around the world. Many of the winning inventions have been licensed by these global companies and can be found on store shelves today!

3D Printing Instructor

• Dec 2017 - Present

Instructor in Design for Manufacturing: 3D Printing one year programClasses: Applications of 3D Printing, Advanced Applications of 3D Printing, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Advanced SolidworksCommencement Keynote Speaker: May 24th, 2022Outreach:Schools: STEMLink for 5th and 6th graders (Keynote Speaker)Hidden Oaks Middle School eSTEM NASA Day (8th grade guest speaker, 3D Printing)Mona Moede Pre-School (guest speaker, 3D Printing)Augsburg College (Mentor)Maranatha Christian Academy ("Jaz Music Box" Bluetooth Speaker Project)Prestige Preschool Academy (guest speaker, 3D Printing)Banyan Community Center (guest speaker, 3D Printing)Minneapolis Public Schools - Advanced Math (guest speaker, 3D Printing)Museums:Works Museum (Tabling for Robot Day, Girls Time Day, STEM Day)Bakken Museum ("Jaz Music Box" Bluetooth Speaker Project)Other:YWCA Eureka Program ("Jaz Music Box" Bluetooth Speaker Project)GISE and GEMS STEM ("Jaz Music Box" Bluetooth Speaker Project)Women's Club of Minneapolis (Tuesday Program Presenter, 3D Printing)Girl Scouts (Presenter, 3D Printing)NOTE:The “Jaz Music Box” 3D Printed Bluetooth Speaker Project is a program that was designed and developed from the ground up by Jaz during Summer 2018. Over the past two years, in over 25 sessions, she has guided over 500 students through the program. The students learn the basics of 3D printing, CAD design, soldering and electronics. After a six hour session, a group of new speakers is brought to life!

Founder

• May 2020 - Present

"A must for every face mask!"www.IAMEarHero.comThe I AM Ear Hero is a plastic ear saver band that connects to both ear straps on a medical mask and rests comfortably on the back of the neck of the wearer. It is used to prevent irritation from occurring behind the ears of a person wearing medical masks for long periods of time. The product was designed using CAD software and prototyped using 3D printing technology before moving to injection molding. The Ear Heros promote positive thinking through the messages that adorn them. Bands are printed with positive encouraging messages like “I AM Strength”, “I AM Brave”, “I AM Courage.” Over 20,000 I AM Ear Heros were donated to first responders and essential workers around the country during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Designer, Technician

• May 2019 - Present

SkyRide is an attraction like no other. It combines the thrill of a rollercoaster with the activity of a fitness machine. No matter what your physical ability is, SkyRide’s are comfortable & quick; exhilarating & safe.SkyRide is a dream come true from Scott Olson, the founder of Rollerblade® and brings you a customer experience that’s as thrilling as it is different. My role on the SkyRide Technology team involves performing field maintenance on the equipment out on cruise ships as well as redesigning old SkyRide bike assembly components to make them more durable and reliable. CAD and 3D printing technology are used heavily to prototype new part designs.

3D Printing Specialist

• Mar 2018 - Present

GISE (guys in science and engineering) & GEMS (girls in engineering, math, & science)GEMS and GISE are afterschool and summer school STEM programs designed specifically for girls and boys grades K – 8th in the Minneapolis Public School District. The programs focus on explorations of science and mathematics through project-based and problem-based learning experiences promoting the integration of engineering and technology concepts, content, and process.3D Printing Specialist:Writes curriculum for 6 week summer academy for current "Innovation Lab" instructors.Researches and purchases technology and materials to be used in the classroom. Supports and assists instructors in classroom during student contact hours.Performers regular maintenance on 3D Printers in classrooms.

Program Support and Inventory Management

• Aug 2010 - Aug 2018

GISE (guys in science and engineering) & GEMS (girls in engineering, math, & science)GEMS and GISE are afterschool and summer school STEM programs designed specifically for girls and boys grades K – 8th in the Minneapolis Public School District. The programs focus on explorations of science and mathematics through project-based and problem-based learning experiences promoting the integration of engineering and technology concepts, content, and process.Program Support and Inventory Management:Student mentorProgram Head CoachCurriculum writer (2013 wrote bridges and towers curriculum)Lead trainings for coachesPlanning Events and TournamentsPhotographer and Videographer for program and eventsManaged program inventory (supplies and materials)

3D CAD Analyst - Injection Molding

• Mar 2021 - Dec 2021

Custom prototypes and low-volume production parts in as fast as 1 day. AS9100 Certified. Made in the USA. Services: Injection Molding, Sheet Metal Fabrication, CNC Machining, 3D Printing.3D CAD Analyst:Created quotes for customer CAD models and recommend design changes for injection molding Custom prototypes and low-volume production parts in as fast as 1 day. AS9100 Certified. Made in the USA. Services: Injection Molding, Sheet Metal Fabrication, CNC Machining, 3D Printing.3D CAD Analyst:Created quotes for customer CAD models and recommend design changes for injection molding

Tech Crew Lead

• Jun 2016 - Jun 2020

A Salute to the Music of PRINCE! LIVE!" with Chase & Ovation is the World's Premier Prince Tribute Show based out of Prince's beloved hometown of Minneapolis, MN. The only one of its kind, Chase & Ovation has been performing exclusively the music of Prince (live in concert) for the past 11 years including their Monthly Residency at the world famous Bunkers Music Bar in Minneapolis, and at venues all across North America.Lead Tech: Liaison between Chase and Ovation and VenueLiaison between Chand and Ovation and sound engineersLiaison between Chand and Ovation and light engineersPerform set up and tear down of musicians instruments and stage set upTroubleshoot issues as needed through the concert

3D CAD Analyst - Injection Molding

• Nov 2015 - May 2017

Custom prototypes and low-volume production parts in as fast as 1 day. AS9100 Certified. Made in the USA. Services: Injection Molding, Sheet Metal Fabrication, CNC Machining, 3D Printing.3D CAD Analyst:Created quotes for customer CAD models and recommend design changes for injection molding Custom prototypes and low-volume production parts in as fast as 1 day. AS9100 Certified. Made in the USA. Services: Injection Molding, Sheet Metal Fabrication, CNC Machining, 3D Printing.3D CAD Analyst:Created quotes for customer CAD models and recommend design changes for injection molding

Phillips Fellow

• Mar 2013 - Sep 2013