Leading the transition to digital agriculture platforms through third-party and custom data products. Further tasked with designing and prototyping data engineering/analysis/science products for use in our greenhouses, as well as running final statistical analyses on financial, production, and trial data. Ultimately responsible for creating, sharing, and supporting data-driven initiatives for improved irrigation, climate management, crop health, and productivity.

BrightFarms | Jun 2022 - Dec 2022

Hydroponic Trial Coordinator

Developing and executing a trial program for genetics, product development, agronomic practices, and technology across commercial greenhouses. Further tasked with facilitating communication between greenhouse staff, vendors, research & development, and marketing. Ultimately responsible for synthesizing data from trials and effectively communicating results to key stakeholders.

University of Arizona | Jul 2021 - Jun 2022

Graduate Research Assistant

Researched the variable pathogenicity of Yuma, Arizona strains of Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lactucae - a fungal pathogen that causes the premature wilt of lettuce. Further researched prevention, mitigation, and avoidance techniques.

University of Arizona | Jul 2021 - Jun 2022

Tech Launch Arizona - Entrepreneurial Fellow

Helped startup teams composed of University of Arizona inventors move toward a successful launch while building technology commercialization experience. Further consulted on pitch development, due diligence, and expert interviewing.

Wholesum | Jul 2021 - Nov 2021

Research & Development Intern

Worked with the biological control team on improving and validating integrated pest management strategies. Further observed canopy microclimates toward better understanding pest life cycles and propagation.

Desert Pearl Mushrooms | Jan 2021 - May 2021

Research & Development Intern

Researched cultivation techniques related to the quality production of Hericium erinaceus (Lion's Mane). Further assisted in buildout, production, and data management projects.

AgriFacture USA Ltd. | May 2018 - Jul 2020

Director

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AgriFacture USA Ltd. | May 2017 - Apr 2018

Operations Manager

Managed staff during the transition from research-based to production-oriented work focusing on leafy green and mushroom production.

AgriFacture USA Ltd. | May 2016 - Apr 2017

Research & Development Specialist

Researched, developed, and tested methods for commercial production and processing for indoor farming facilities.

Coleman Research | Sep 2014 - Apr 2016

Research Associate

Sought, penned, and provided market research and expert interviews related to industrials and agriculture to clients at consulting firms, investment banks, private equities, and hedge funds.

My Education

Take a look at my formal education

Professional Science Masters in Applied BiosciencesUniversity of Arizona | 2022

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, International Economics, MathUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | 2013

About Me

I'd like to move the tools and methods for crop modeling forward.

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