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Resume

Professional Experience

2024 - Present

PRODUCT MANAGER

LexisNexis Risk Solutions

Fairfax, VA

At LexisNexis Risk Solutions, I manage a $185MM portfolio of due diligence and fraud prevention products used by leading banks and fintechs. I work closely with engineering, data science, and design teams to deliver impactful releases and shape product strategy. A major focus of my role has been leading the integration of AI and generative technologies into these products, enhancing how financial institutions detect risk, streamline workflows, and make critical decisions.

2020 - 2024

PRODUCT MANAGER

Dinar Trading & Consulting

Fairfax, VA

At Dinar Trading & Consulting, I led the creation of an AI-integrated platform that streamlined the management of government defense contracts. What began as an internal coordination tool grew into a comprehensive system adopted by major defense contractors and government partners, marking my first experience taking a product from concept to commercialization.

2021 - 2021

SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Leidos

Charlottesville, VA

At Leidos, I worked as a Software Engineer Intern on the development of an AI solution for a command and control system designed for use across all branches of the U.S. military. I contributed to building the system’s architecture and enhancing mobile performance, while also applying data analysis and A/B testing to improve usability. For my work, I was honored with the Intern of the Year award.

Education

2023

Master of Science in Technology Management

Columbia University

New York, NY

I earned my Master’s in Technology Management at Columbia University, a program often described as the “tech MBA.” It combined AI, finance, statistics, and business strategy, and gave me the chance to refine many of the skills I now use daily as a product manager. More importantly, it taught me how to better connect people and technology, bridging technical depth with business insight to drive meaningful outcomes.

2022

Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science, Data Science

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University of Virginia

Charlottesville, VA

I earned my Bachelor’s in Computer Science with a minor in Data Science from the University of Virginia, graduating with honors and a 3.9 GPA. Alongside learning core software engineering principles, I created a variety of software projects and actively participated in hackathons that pushed me to think creatively and build quickly. I also served as a teaching assistant for computer science courses, which deepened my knowledge and gave me early experience mentoring others.

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