Experience

Sway Ventures

• United States
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Principal, Business Development

  • Sep 2023 - Present

  Leading business development efforts across Fortune 1000 companies for Sway Ventures.



Nex Cubed

• United States
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sr. Director, Accelerator Programs & Healthcare

  • Jan 2023 - Present

  San Diego, California, United States

• Program Director, Healthcare

  • Jan 2021 - Present

  San Diego, California, United States

• Program Manager, Healthcare

  • Jan 2019 - Present

  La Jolla, California Nex Cubed Digital Health has been recognized as a Top 10 Digital Health Accelerator in the world. Its 28 portfolio companies represent an aggregate enterprise value of $175M and have collectively raised $40M. Nex Cubed is an investor and innovation partner that empowers startups, investors, corporates, and governments to bring new technologies to market, helps rising companies scale, and provides paths to liquidity - the power of three. Through our global innovation platform that… Show more Nex Cubed Digital Health has been recognized as a Top 10 Digital Health Accelerator in the world. Its 28 portfolio companies represent an aggregate enterprise value of $175M and have collectively raised $40M. Nex Cubed is an investor and innovation partner that empowers startups, investors, corporates, and governments to bring new technologies to market, helps rising companies scale, and provides paths to liquidity - the power of three. Through our global innovation platform that includes Sway Ventures (VC) & Material Capital Partners (private equity), we innovate, invest in, accelerate, and scale frontier tech companies. We accomplish this by developing Centers of Excellence (COE) around key verticals that are ripe for innovation. Each COE consists of best in class entrepreneurs, investment partners, industry experts, and government leaders. Over the last three years, Nex Cubed has established itself as a leader in early-stage innovation and acceleration, creating a global ecosystem of 3 industry-specific COEs, 70 investments, 45 partners, 50 strategic advisors, 50 investor advisors, and over 140 mentors. To date, the Nex Cubed portfolio companies have an aggregate value of half a billion dollars, and over 50% of the startups are led by female and minority founders.



Point Loma Nazarene University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Member, Marketing Advisory Board

  • Jan 2018 - Present

  San Diego, California A Member of the Board, advising the University on the type of entry-level positions in marketing PLNU marketing majors should be prepared for as a result of the program and defining the life skills, attributes, attitudes, etc. that the students should exemplify and equip them for a life of service and success in marketing.



Startup San Diego

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Mentor

  • May 2019 - Present

  Greater San Diego Area As a mentor, I advise pre-Seed to Series A stage companies on the dynamics of raising capital from angel and institutional investors, guide early stage founders on developing go-to-market strategy and finding their ideal customer persona, and convey lean startup methodologies for product development and rapid testing to streamline operations while remaining lean. Startup San Diego, a California nonprofit 501(c)(3) entity to support individuals building startups in San Diego. To represent… Show more As a mentor, I advise pre-Seed to Series A stage companies on the dynamics of raising capital from angel and institutional investors, guide early stage founders on developing go-to-market strategy and finding their ideal customer persona, and convey lean startup methodologies for product development and rapid testing to streamline operations while remaining lean. Startup San Diego, a California nonprofit 501(c)(3) entity to support individuals building startups in San Diego. To represent the interests of entrepreneurs, celebrate successes, and foster a cohesive and collaborative community. Show less



Startup Leadership Program

• United States
• Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head Program Lead

  • Mar 2018 - Jul 2019

  San Diego, California As the Head Program Lead for the San Diego Chapter, I oversaw a team of 5 volunteer Program Leads throughout the duration of the program. We received over 50 startup applications, interviewed 20 candidates and accepted 11 Founders to the program class of 2018/2019. During the program, I coordinated various networking and recruiting events in the local Startup Ecosystem (San Diego Startup Week, Hera Venture Summit, & Various Meetups), created and optimize course materials to deliver… Show more As the Head Program Lead for the San Diego Chapter, I oversaw a team of 5 volunteer Program Leads throughout the duration of the program. We received over 50 startup applications, interviewed 20 candidates and accepted 11 Founders to the program class of 2018/2019. During the program, I coordinated various networking and recruiting events in the local Startup Ecosystem (San Diego Startup Week, Hera Venture Summit, & Various Meetups), created and optimize course materials to deliver curriculum and Alum/Mentor led workshops in a strategic order, as well as organized and manage program communications with Meetup Groups (700+ Members), 180+ Alum, Mentors and current Fellows. Startup Leadership Program is a non-profit, non-equity, training program for founders and CEOs of startups. To date, this international group of 3000 Fellows and 1700 Startup participants have raised over $650,000,000 for their ventures. Founded in 2006, Startup Leadership Program accepts 25 Fellows in each of 18 cities around the world into its global, world-class training program. Over 6 months, Fellows are exposed to the basic building blocks of launching, growing and scaling a startup through mentoring by leaders in the community. SLP is a non-profit and takes no equity in your startup and does not require a startup to apply. Show less



CARET

• United States
• Software Development
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Database Manager

  • Feb 2018 - Dec 2018

  La Jolla, California As Database Manager, I directly oversaw the merger of product, sales, and marketing operations from 6 recent acquisitions into a homogenous marketing and sales operation to generate new sales qualified leads, market to an existing database of 1.5 million clients, and hit revenue goals of $200,000 in new Monthly Recurring Revenue. I worked directly with the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, VP of Operations, VP of Marketing, and VP of Digital Advertising to develop, deploy, manage and optimize… Show more As Database Manager, I directly oversaw the merger of product, sales, and marketing operations from 6 recent acquisitions into a homogenous marketing and sales operation to generate new sales qualified leads, market to an existing database of 1.5 million clients, and hit revenue goals of $200,000 in new Monthly Recurring Revenue. I worked directly with the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, VP of Operations, VP of Marketing, and VP of Digital Advertising to develop, deploy, manage and optimize sales and marketing campaigns to generate new business and improve product offerings to new and existing clients. AbacusNext is a rapid growth, high profit organization with over 500 employees in 3 countries, delivering secure solutions for 1,500,000 professionals in the law, accounting, banking, government and healthcare sectors. Show less



Modern Supply Company, LLC

• United States
• Retail

• Founding Partner

  • Feb 2018 - Dec 2018

  Greater San Diego Area mod·ern (/ˈmädərn/): relating to the present or recent times as opposed to the remote past. Modern supplies for the modern individual.



Showcase Studios, LLC

• Co-Founder | Vice President | Partner

  • Apr 2017 - Dec 2018

  San Diego, California We help small businesses get more customers using social media and digital marketing -- saving them time, money, and a lot of headaches. Showcase Studios is a full-stack Marketing Consulting & Implementation Service that specializes in online & social media marketing as well as graphic design. We are a one-stop-shop for all your outbound and inbound marketing needs. Our comprehensive services allow you to focus on managing your business while we drive traffic and new customers to your… Show more We help small businesses get more customers using social media and digital marketing -- saving them time, money, and a lot of headaches. Showcase Studios is a full-stack Marketing Consulting & Implementation Service that specializes in online & social media marketing as well as graphic design. We are a one-stop-shop for all your outbound and inbound marketing needs. Our comprehensive services allow you to focus on managing your business while we drive traffic and new customers to your front door - growing your business and showcasing what makes you great. Show less



MiP.O.V. Technologies, Inc.

• United States
• Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

• Co-Founder | CEO | President

  • Aug 2016 - Dec 2018

  San Diego, California MiP.O.V. Technologies is developing software for action cameras that simplifies the process and user experience from capturing raw video, creating a final edit and sharing across all social platforms with a single click of a button.



Belcan

• United States
• Information Technology & Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Airframe Design Engineer | Lockheed Martin & Sikorsky Aircraft

  • Jan 2015 - Jul 2016

  Lexington, Kentucky Area As Airframe Design Engineer, I managed design modification projects and ensured program success between collaborating engineering departments and executives at Lockheed Martin and Sikorsky Aircraft. Sample of tasks and duties completed as an Airframe Design Engineer: ♦ Consulted with Heads of Engineering to determine requirements and specifications for airframe design modifications ♦ Developed proposals and advised on plans for design modifications ♦ Managed design and… Show more As Airframe Design Engineer, I managed design modification projects and ensured program success between collaborating engineering departments and executives at Lockheed Martin and Sikorsky Aircraft. Sample of tasks and duties completed as an Airframe Design Engineer: ♦ Consulted with Heads of Engineering to determine requirements and specifications for airframe design modifications ♦ Developed proposals and advised on plans for design modifications ♦ Managed design and implementation process for new airframe parts and products ♦ Used 3D CAD software to modify existing and create new parts and products for manufacturing ♦ Created and delivered 3D parts, engineering drawings, field sheets, parts and bill of materials ♦ Adhered to Sikorsky & Lockheed Martin GD&T, ISO, ASTM, ANSI, ASME and MIL specifications and standards while designing and modifying airframe Notable aircraft programs that I have served as Airframe Design Engineer: ♦ VXX - Presidential Helicopter ♦ UH-60 - Black Hawk Helicopter ♦ MH-60 - Sea Hawk Helicopter ♦ CH-53K - King Stallion Helicopter ♦ HH-60W (CRH) - Combat Rescue Helicopter Tools and programs I used to implement airframe design modifications: ♦ CATIA V5 - Computer Aided Drafting and Design Software ♦ CADRA - Mechanical Design and Drafting Software ♦ AutoCAD - Computer Aided Drafting and Design Software ♦ Solidworks - Solid-Modeling Computer Aided Design Software Awards & Certifications received: ♦ ACE (Achieving Competitive Excellence) Certification ♦ OPSEC (Operational Security Clearance) Certification

• Export Compliance Specialist | Sikorsky Aircraft

  • Mar 2014 - Jul 2016

  Lexington, Kentucky Area As Export Compliance Specialist, I served as Belcan’s Compliance Department final Checker and Verifier for aircraft technology, exceeding compliance standards at no less than 98% acceptance rate according to Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) for numerous aircraft programs. Sample of tasks and duties completed as an Export Compliance Specialist: ♦ Collaborated with department management to coordinate classification projects… Show more As Export Compliance Specialist, I served as Belcan’s Compliance Department final Checker and Verifier for aircraft technology, exceeding compliance standards at no less than 98% acceptance rate according to Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) for numerous aircraft programs. Sample of tasks and duties completed as an Export Compliance Specialist: ♦ Collaborated with department management to coordinate classification projects to meet program performance requirements and milestones ♦ Managed engineering and technology documents distribution to classification teams ♦ Served as final Checker and Verifier of numerous program’s classifier/checker teams ♦ Developed and streamlined classification processes and procedures ♦ Trained new employees on EAR and ITAR classification processes and procedures Notable aircraft programs that I have served as Export Compliance Specialist: ♦ VXX - Presidential Helicopter ♦ UH-60 - Black Hawk Helicopter ♦ MH-60 - Sea Hawk Helicopter ♦ CH-53K - King Stallion Helicopter ♦ HH-60W (CRH) - Combat Rescue Helicopter Tools and programs I used to implement airframe design modifications: ♦ Export Administration Regulations (EAR) ♦ International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) ♦ United States Munitions List (USML) ♦ Commerce Control List (CCL) Awards & Certifications received: ♦ Wings of Success Award for help growing Export Compliance team from <10 to 30+ ♦ ACE (Achieving Competitive Excellence) Certification ♦ OPSEC (Operational Security Clearance) Certification

• Design Engineer | Lockmaster Technologies, Inc. (LTI)

  • Jun 2015 - Jul 2015

  Lexington, Kentucky Area Served as Design Engineer developing state of the art anti-theft technology. For security purposes, I am unable to disclose any further information on work completed for this project.



Toyota North America

• United States
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Systems Engineer | Facilities Management

  • Sep 2014 - Dec 2014

  Georgetown, Kentucky During my co-op as Systems Engineer for the Facilities Management Department of Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky (TMMK), I managed projects and developed proposals for improving manufacturing facilities while employing lean operations and management principles of the Toyota Production System. TMMK Parking Lot Proposal: ♦ Analyzed parking lot deficiencies that were impacting employee efficiency, morale and safety ♦ Identified and coordinated with contractors and service providers… Show more During my co-op as Systems Engineer for the Facilities Management Department of Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky (TMMK), I managed projects and developed proposals for improving manufacturing facilities while employing lean operations and management principles of the Toyota Production System. TMMK Parking Lot Proposal: ♦ Analyzed parking lot deficiencies that were impacting employee efficiency, morale and safety ♦ Identified and coordinated with contractors and service providers to create lean solutions ♦ Developed proposal to implement solutions to improve parking lot safety and traffic flow ♦ Presented to executive management and was approved for $1,700,000 proposal TMMK Loading Dock Safety Improvements: ♦ Consulted receiving/shipping teams to identify safety hazards and points of mechanical failure ♦ Created documents to standardize process plans and safety procedures on shop floor ♦ Mitigated mechanical failure to improve workplace safety and receiving/delivery workflow TMMK HVAC Improvements: ♦ Performed preliminary performance assessments of HVAC units supplying TMMK plant shops ♦ Coordinated with Schneider Electric and TMMK management to create installation plan ♦ Created wiring diagrams for installation of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) on HVAC units ♦ Supervised installations and performed inspections to verify performance requirements Other Activities and Projects: ♦ Developed scopes of work and supervised projects for TMMK Lexus Expansion ♦ Improved Facilities Management offices by building a ‘War Room’ for operations ♦ Performed monthly maintenance on plant electrical systems and power supply ♦ Improved file management and office organization Awards & Certifications received: ♦ EPA 608 Technician, Universal Certification by American Trainco, Inc. Show less



Belcan Engineering

• Airframe Design Engineer | Sikorsky Aircraft & Schweizer Aircraft

  • May 2014 - Aug 2014

  Lexington, Kentucky Area As Airframe Design Engineer, I managed design modification projects and ensured program success between collaborating engineering departments and executives at Sikorsky Aircraft and Schweizer Aircraft. Sample of tasks and duties completed as an Airframe Design Engineer: ♦ Consulted with Heads of Engineering to determine requirements and specifications for airframe design modifications ♦ Served as designer to implement redline and blueline modifications to aircraft sent by… Show more As Airframe Design Engineer, I managed design modification projects and ensured program success between collaborating engineering departments and executives at Sikorsky Aircraft and Schweizer Aircraft. Sample of tasks and duties completed as an Airframe Design Engineer: ♦ Consulted with Heads of Engineering to determine requirements and specifications for airframe design modifications ♦ Served as designer to implement redline and blueline modifications to aircraft sent by Sikorsky and Schweizer test flight engineers ♦ Served as designer to implement hydraulic, electrical, flight control, engine and transmission systems changes into airframe of aircraft ♦ Used 3D CAD software to modify existing and create new parts and products for manufacturing ♦ Adhered to Sikorsky & Schweizer GD&T, ISO, ASTM, ANSI, ASME and MIL specifications and standards while designing and modifying airframe Notable aircraft programs that I have served as Airframe Design Engineer: ♦ Manned Covert Surveillance Aircraft (MCSA) Program ♦ Schweizer 3-38B Tools and programs I used to implement airframe design modifications: ♦ CATIA V5 - Computer Aided Drafting and Design Software ♦ CADRA - Mechanical Design and Drafting Software ♦ AutoCAD - Computer Aided Drafting and Design Software ♦ Adobe Acrobat Pro Awards & Certifications received: ♦ OPSEC (Operational Security Clearance) Certification Show less