I explore themes such as the philosophy of science and technology, media theory, and futurism. These subjects are defining the fulcrum of the human condition at this moment in history. I’m driven to distill and disseminate the ideas I encounter that might offer us a glimpse into the machinations of the 21st century.
“Digital natives”, as my generation is often called, are struggling to understand what it means to be human in an information-saturated, hyper-connected, and technological society. I hope to contribute an orienting voice to our navigationally-impaired zeitgeist.
I am finding ways that technology can be harnessed to improve the human experience and usher in a brighter future. Action, optimism, and openness are the greatest tools we possess to accomplish that goal. We occupy a unique place in human history, it’s time to grapple with the implications.
Sept 2016 - Present
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Mar 2016 - Sept 2016
Assisted in strategizing the company’s value proposition and new business ventures. Edited and wrote copy for clients ensuring value prop consistency and relevance. Collaboratively rebuilt first-draft ideas into coherent and distilled end-products.
Aug 2016 - Present
Conducted market research for ideation that incorporates industry + theoretical knowledge. Created, tested, and refined the pitch, sought funding from angel investors (pitch deck available on request). Recruited a software engineer, built the back-end prototype, and iterated functionality. Guerilla-tested basic concept using alternative platforms with the target market. Leveraged my philosophical expertise and domain knowledge to plot industry trends and find underutilized niche by forecasting large-scale technological shifts.
During the interview process, was asked by the Director of Innovation at the "Learning and Discovery Center" to host a discussion program revolving around my topics of interest. Developed, facilitated, and marketed the weekly program “Reality Hackers”. Generated curiosity and approachability to technical fields that are tabooed exclusive to experts. Researched heavily with material sourced to academics and popular science writers. The program attendance grew throughout the summer from a handful to upwards of 20 people.
Selected out of a group of competing applicants for the volunteer position after a video-interviewing process. Greeted high profile scientists and public intellectuals who were presenting in the festival and ensured a hospitable environment while guests were traveling to and from festival locations.