i've always been drawn to patterns — in data, in language, in how systems work. my interest started with curiosity about how technology could help me understand auditory information. i'm deaf with a hearing aid and cochlear implant, and technology that bridges gaps has stuck with me. this led me to statistics, machine learning, and natural language processing.

while completing my master's in statistics at the university of illinois, i spent several years teaching data science courses. there's something satisfying about helping others understand complex concepts and seeing things click.

these days i work at the intersection of ai and human communication. at soar ai, i develop software and ai applications that help people. i also advise first pro on workplace and first responder safety training.

outside of work, i enjoy tinkering with side projects, playing piano, sewing, woodworking, and spending time with my three cats.