Experiences

Co-Founder and Logistics Organizer

KomoriCon! — Austin, TX
January 2024 — Present

• Built and scaled a live events business, growing attendance 25% to 1,000+ and increasing profit by 40% YoY, by analyzing audience preferences and designing targeted programming and marketing strategies.
• Assisted with the launch of MikuFest, a high-demand sub-event that attracted 350+ attendees, using audience segmentation and interest analysis to expand product-market fit and increase engagement.
• Led end-to-end operations and resource planning, coordinating 30+ volunteers and aligning logistics, marketing, and programming to optimize event execution and customer experience.
• Developed and executed multi-channel marketing strategies, using social media analytics and content optimization to increase engagement and drive ticket conversions.
• Established and managed local business partnerships and sponsorship pipelines, evaluating partner fit and negotiating collaborations to support revenue growth and brand expansion.

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Marketing & Business Development Analyst

Lantha Sensors — Austin, TX
July 2025 — November 2025

• Led a comprehensive market intelligence initiative across analytical instrumentation, chemical sensing, and nuclear applications, producing a 100+ page strategic report; synthesized fragmented technical and industry data into actionable insights that informed product positioning, target segments, and go-to-market prioritization.
• Managed a portfolio of international customers across 4 countries and 3 continents, analyzing customer requirements, regulatory constraints, and logistics considerations to optimize order fulfillment, pricing strategy, and market entry feasibility.
• Developed go-to-market strategies for new sensing products by evaluating target customer segments, use cases, and competitive positioning; translated technical product capabilities into value propositions aligned with industry-specific needs.
• Identified and evaluated strategic partnership opportunities by benchmarking competitors and adjacent technologies, supporting leadership decision-making on market expansion and commercialization pathways.
• Directed a company-wide rebranding and digital presence overhaul, restructuring website architecture and messaging to better communicate product value and improve customer acquisition and credibility in B2B markets.

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

Alper Lab — Austin, TX
September 2023 — May 2025

• Conducted experimental and data-driven analysis of hydrocarbon metabolism in engineered yeast, applying CRISPR-Cas9, gene overexpression, and adaptive evolution to evaluate performance of metabolic pathways.
• Designed and executed 100+ controlled experiments, analyzing genotype-phenotype relationships to identify key variables influencing biochemical production efficiency.
• Built a Python-based genome analysis pipeline (BioPython) to compare coding sequences across 2+ million base pairs, enabling structured analysis of genetic variation and accelerating insight generation.
• Interpreted experimental and genomic data to identify high-impact genetic modifications, contributing to improved understanding of biological systems relevant to industrial applications.
• Presented findings to technical and non-technical audiences, translating complex data into clear insights and strategic implications.

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Biomanufacturing Stream Mentor

Freshman Research Initiative: Biomanufacturing Stream — Austin, TX
January 2022 — May 2025

• Led student research teams optimizing bacterial secretion systems in a 3L bioreactor, analyzing process variables to improve production efficiency and experimental outcomes.
• Designed and implemented standardized experimental protocols, improving reproducibility and enabling more consistent data collection across research teams.
• Collaborated with Austin Community College to evaluate and refine bioreactor performance, integrating external feedback into system optimization.
• Mentored 75+ students in experimental design, data interpretation, and problem-solving, strengthening analytical thinking and research execution.
• Developed marketing and outreach initiatives using digital content and social platforms, increasing program visibility and engagement.

Council Member

Dean's Scholars Honors Program — Austin, TX
August 2021 — May 2025

• Co-founded International ResULTS, an undergraduate research conference organized in collaboration with China Medical University in Taiwan, connecting international researchers and students.
• Organized professional panels connecting undergraduate students with experts in medicine, research, and academia.

Senior Officer

Origami Circle — Austin, TX
JAnuary 2022 — May 2025

• Organized weekly meetings and events for student members while coordinating cultural outreach activities.
• Led marketing initiatives and organized donations of handmade origami art to Dell Children’s Hospital.

Lead Undergraduate Classroom Assistant

University of Texas at Austin Originalities in Arts and Sciences — Austin, TX
August 2022 — December 2024

• Supported interdisciplinary student research projects, guiding experimental design, structured problem solving, and project execution
• Promoted to Lead UGCA, managing classroom assistants and coordinating communication between faculty and students.

Education Chair

Texas Brain Exercise Initiative — Austin, TX
January 2024 — May 2024

• Increased membership 3× by analyzing engagement gaps and implementing targeted marketing and programming strategies.
• Organized neuroscience and Alzheimer’s research guest speaker events and presented cognitive research findings to members.