Being named a Rising Changemaker was a meaningful milestone because it reflected the mission behind the work, not just the work itself.
The thread across my projects has been consistent: build technology that creates purpose, opportunity, and real-world impact.
The through-line
That mission shows up in:
- AI-powered education tools in mining and sustainability
- career and major recommender platforms for students
- workflow automation for organizations
- agentic AI systems for business applications
- student community and portfolio-building work
Why it matters
Technology should serve people. It should make systems easier to navigate, make learning more accessible, and help people see a clearer path forward.
What I learned
Recognition is useful when it increases responsibility. It is a reminder to keep building with higher standards and deeper purpose.