Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #169

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With over 23 years in technology, including 7 years in software engineering and network administration, and 16 years as a GIS analyst (recently promoted to Senior Database Analyst) for Florida's Department of Military Affairs, I've mastered integrating complex systems to solve real-world problems. At Camp Blanding Joint Training Center, managing 73,000 acres, I overhauled outdated GIS data processes, trained teams for self-sufficiency, boosted accuracy and productivity, and now lead a cutting-edge drone program to support wildfire management.

A University of North Florida Computer Science grad with a lifelong passion for how things work, from childhood tinkering to AI robotics and custom circuit design, I'm pursuing Florida State University's master’s in systems engineering to unify my technical skills with interdisciplinary leadership for space industry ambitions.

Balancing single parenthood of two Eagle Scout sons with 19 years of distinguished Boy Scouts volunteering (Silver Beaver Award recipient), I've led trainings for 2,000+ adults and youth, organized 800-person program events, and improved management skills amid personal adversity. This foundation equips me to tackle large-scale challenges and contribute innovatively at FSU and beyond.