I build STEM innovation ecosystems that turn big ideas into real student outcomes. I’m Director of STEM Innovation at Moreno Valley College, where I lead the iMAKE Innovation Center—developing hands-on learning experiences that connect STEM, entrepreneurship, emerging tech, and workforce pathways. Over the last several years, I’ve secured $12M+ in federal funding to expand equitable STEM access and have led the development of a 5,000 sq. ft. innovation hub and a mobile makerspace designed to bring high-impact learning beyond campus walls. My work sits at the intersection of education, technology, and community opportunity, with a focus on: AI in education & workforce readiness (California Community Colleges AI Fellow) AR/VR + creative technology for skill-building and engagement Program design + partnerships that scale access and impact Building spaces, systems, and experiences that make innovation practical—not theoretical