Projects & Experience

Work that blends technical execution with financial storytelling.

Each initiative demonstrates how I scope a challenge, prototype AI-first solutions, and translate the impact for investors, educators, and students.

LEARN-X

Founder & CEODec 2024 – Present

Founded AI-driven edtech startup transforming uploaded classroom/course materials into personalized adaptive micro-lessons.

  • Designed system architecture with RAG pipelines, pgvector embeddings, and Canvas LMS integration to automate personalized learning paths.
  • Managed MVP build, beta testing with 23 users, and B2B outreach to universities for partnership opportunities.
  • Led product vision, user research, and go-to-market strategy for scaling adaptive learning solutions.
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LEARN-X platform dashboard showing AI-generated lessons

AI@ISU Innovation Challenge

Project LeadMay 2025 – Present

Directing a university-wide AI competition in partnership with the Provost's Office and Student Government, engaging 100+ students across disciplines.

  • Directed 100+ students across engineering, design, and business to design AI prototypes addressing campus challenges in safety, accessibility, and efficiency.
  • Oversaw event logistics, outreach, and marketing strategy with PR and Events Committees to secure broad participation.
  • Guided interdisciplinary teams through ideation, prototyping, and demo day presentations showcasing innovative AI solutions.
AI@ISU Innovation Challenge showcase presentation

CFA Research Challenge

Equity Analyst, Team LeaderNov 2024 – Feb 2025

Led a team of four to write and present comprehensive equity research on General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) for the CFA Institute competition.

  • Created DCF, DDM, relative valuation analysis, and Monte Carlo simulation to formulate a buy recommendation.
  • Wrote 16-page institutional-quality equity research report and comprehensive presentation slide deck.
  • Presented pitch in front of a panel of CFA Charterholders from the CFA Society of Iowa, demonstrating deep financial analysis skills.
CFA Research Challenge presentation

igniteXL Ventures

VC Deal Sourcing ExternshipJul 2024 – Aug 2024

Conducted market research and financial analysis to identify investment opportunities in emerging industries for venture capital funding decisions.

  • Conducted comprehensive market research and financial analysis to identify high-potential investment opportunities across emerging industries.
  • Developed revenue projections, market sizing models, and investment theses to evaluate startups for VC funding.
  • Presented concise investment memos to senior professionals, demonstrating strong analytical and presentation skills essential for VC roles.
igniteXL Ventures investment research

Ivy Hackathon

Team LeaderSep 2025

Built a collaborative platform prototype during hackathon, integrating authentication, real-time collaboration, and backend services.

  • Coordinated technical and non-technical tasks across team members, delivered MVP within 24 hours under tight deadlines.
  • Built collaborative platform with authentication, real-time features, and robust backend architecture.
  • Gained experience in product ideation, engineering teamwork, and rapid execution in competitive environment.
Ivy 2025 Hackathon team and project