As a Technovation Judge, I have had the privilege of evaluating and mentoring young innovators as they develop tech solutions to real-world problems. Technovation is a global competition where girls and young women design mobile apps to address social challenges, and I contribute by assessing the creativity, technical execution, and impact of their projects. This role allows me to guide the next generation of tech leaders, providing valuable feedback and encouragement while fostering a passion for technology and entrepreneurship.
As a reviewer for the International Symposium on AI Frontiers 2.0: Emerging Research, Interdisciplinary Computing & Complex Systems (ERATICS 2026), I contribute to the evaluation of emerging scholarly work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, interdisciplinary computing, and complex systems. Drawing on my experience as a data professional, AI researcher, PhD scholar, author, and global speaker, I review submissions with attention to research quality, technical depth, originality, practical relevance, and potential impact. My approach focuses not only on the strength of the proposed ideas but also on how effectively the work advances meaningful innovation, responsible AI development, and interdisciplinary problem-solving. Through this role, I support academic excellence and contribute to the growth of high-quality research in rapidly evolving AI-driven fields.
As an IEEE Global Hackathon Judge, I evaluate innovative, real-world technology solutions developed by emerging talent from diverse academic and professional backgrounds. Drawing on my experience as a Data Solution Engineer, AI researcher, and global speaker, I assess projects across dimensions such as technical feasibility, scalability, data integration, and real-world impact. My approach goes beyond surface-level functionality, focusing on how effectively teams translate complex ideas into practical, user-centered solutions. Through this role, I contribute to advancing high-quality innovation while mentoring and supporting the next generation of engineers and problem-solvers within the global IEEE community.
I am honored to be recognized at the 2025 Globee Awards for Technology, a prestigious global competition that celebrates excellence in technology and innovation. The Globee Awards highlight cutting-edge achievements across various industries, and I am excited to be part of an event that showcases transformative solutions driving change and shaping the future of tech. This recognition not only underscores my contributions to the field of AI and data engineering but also motivates me to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation and creating impactful solutions for businesses and communities alike.
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I am honored to serve as a judge for the 2025 New Haven Science Fair, where I will evaluate and mentor students showcasing their innovative scientific projects. This role allows me to support young minds in their exploration of science, technology, and engineering, while encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. As part of this esteemed event, I’m excited to contribute to the development of future leaders in STEM and to help cultivate a passion for research and discovery among the next generation of scientists and engineers.
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I served as a Session Judge at the Smallest AI Hackathon 2025, organized by Smallest.AI in San Francisco and technically sponsored by the Soft Computing Research Society. In this role, I evaluated projects and provided actionable feedback that challenged participants to push the boundaries of AI innovation and creativity, helping shape the next generation of technology leaders.
I served as a Judge at HACKMIT 2025, MIT’s renowned student hackathon, where I evaluated cutting-edge projects and provided strategic feedback to teams tackling complex, real-world challenges. Through this role, I helped participants refine their ideas, enhance their technical execution, and think critically about innovation and scalability. Being part of this event allowed me to directly contribute to shaping the next generation of technology leaders and innovators, inspiring them to push the boundaries of what is possible with AI and emerging technologies.
HealthHacks 2025 provided me with the opportunity to contribute as a judge and reviewer for innovative healthcare-focused technology solutions. In this role, I evaluated projects based on their problem relevance, technical feasibility, impact potential, user-centered design, and ability to address real-world healthcare challenges. As an AI researcher and practitioner with experience in healthcare data, analytics, and responsible technology adoption, I was able to provide constructive feedback to participating teams and support young innovators in strengthening their ideas. This experience further reflects my commitment to mentoring emerging talent and advancing technology-driven solutions in healthcare.
As a Speaker Submission Reviewer for the User Experience Professionals Association (UXPA), I evaluate submissions from thought leaders and industry experts seeking to present at UXPA conferences. This role involves assessing the quality, relevance, and innovation of proposed talks, ensuring that only the most valuable and impactful content is featured. Through this process, I contribute to shaping the conversations around user experience design, helping to bring forward ideas that push the boundaries of UX principles and inspire new thinking in the field.
As a dedicated Peer Review Contributor, I actively participate in the academic and research community by evaluating scholarly papers and providing constructive feedback to help improve the quality of published work. This role allows me to apply my expertise in AI, data engineering, and technology to ensure that research maintains high standards of quality, rigor, and relevance. By offering thoughtful insights, I contribute to advancing knowledge in my field and support the continuous development of research that drives innovation.
As a dedicated Peer Review Contributor, I actively participate in the academic and research community by evaluating scholarly papers and providing constructive feedback to help improve the quality of published work. This role allows me to apply my expertise in AI, data engineering, and technology to ensure that research maintains high standards of quality, rigor, and relevance. By offering thoughtful insights, I contribute to advancing knowledge in my field and support the continuous development of research that drives innovation.