As a seasoned founder and executive with over 20 years in technology, media/entertainment, communications, wellness and education, I have dedicated my career to transforming ideas into captivating innovations and experiences, forging impactful strategic partnerships and fostering community wellness.
My expertise thrives in experiential technology, participatory audience engagement, and media production, where I consistently strive to innovate and push the boundaries of what’s possible.
My career began on Wall Street, where I gained invaluable experience in the world of finance and venture capital. During this time, I honed my analytical skills and developed a deep understanding of team and market dynamics, and strategic decision-making.
Presently I am founder or advisor to multiple immersive production and development companies including WORLDS / Vortex Immersion, designers of transformative 360 immersive entertainment experiences dubbed “Community VR,” — Impossible Creative; integrated IP studio in immersive 360 entertainment, Creator of the “WonderRoom” and — Arena.TV (turnkey, scalable, real-time, collaborative, streaming environments.
Additionally, fueled by my passion for connection, community and mental health and wellness, I am the Executive Producer & Co-Host of The LIFE CHANGES Show, which, in its 16th year, invites our audience to explore and embrace the only constant…Life Changes!!
Throughout my career, I’ve been a founder or guiding force within several ventures including; Inktomi Corporation (acquired by Yahoo!), MILCOM (now Arsenal Venture Partners,) Teranex (video processing acquired into Black Magic Design), Mesh Networks (mobile wifi, acquired by Motorola,) Theseus Logic (clock-less semiconductor, acquired by Camgian,) Skycross (award-winning antenna technology) Zeros & Ones, Inc / Voyant Intl (digital convergence) and ONEHOPE Wine (cause commerce)
I’ve had the privilege of working with wildly talented teams and collaborating with industry giants to create innovative products, content and experiences, that resonate with diverse audiences. My journey has blessed me with the scars of experience and wisdom earned as well as awards such as a Prime Time Emmy for technological innovation in film and television processing, R&D 100 award (The Oscar’s of Inventing) and Businessweek Magazine Product of the Year.
Creds: Bachelors in Psychology and various Healing & Wellness Certifications including; Life & Business Coaching, Scalar Heart Technology, Hypnotherapy, Time Line Therapy.® NLP, Reiki, Reconnective Healing & Energetic Alchemy.
