I am someone who loves life and the adventures it brings! I am a programmer, web full-stack developer, researcher, inclusive designer, entrepreneur, professional Opera singer, and accessibility professional.

Experience

The Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research InstituteSoftware Engineer

2019 — Now

San Francisco Bay Area

I am developing nonvisual web-based wayfinding XR applications.

XR NavigationChief Executive Officer

2020 — Now

United States

I am working to make our world's most inclusive map viewer on every page with a map in the world.

Sonja Biggs Educational Services IncBoard Treasurer

2015 — Now

Gilroy

I advise the executive team on financial matters, approve the annual budget, and encourage the amazing executive team to reach for the stars!

Sonja Biggs Educational Services IncChief Financial Officer

2015 — 2023

Gilroy

I do business development, finance, assistive technology, HR and anything else I need to do in running the business.

California State University - East Bayassistive technology Tutor

2016 — 2016

Hayward CA

Taught screen reader skills to other students and installed NVDA on the computers.

Education

Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

OCAD University

Master's degree

California State University - East Bay

Experience

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

Master's degree

music BA with a minor in marketing