Renée Hazlet is a seasoned food safety expert, U.S. Army veteran, and creative entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in regulatory compliance, public health, and process improvement. With a longstanding career at USDA-FSIS and a background in food science, she brings deep expertise in HACCP, GMP, and food manufacturing oversight. Renée is also the founder of RenaissanceTinkerDork L.L.C., where she expresses her passion for stained glass and digital art. A proud transgender woman and advocate for equity and inclusion, Renée seeks board opportunities where she can use her technical knowledge, collaborative mindset, and lived experience to make systems better and more inclusive for all.

Michael Costa is a seasoned aerospace engineer whose career spans over three decades of groundbreaking contributions to the U.S. Government, military, and leading aerospace organizations. Currently serving as an Industrial Engineer III at Boeing Defense, Space & Security, Michael supports critical programs such as AWACS, Apache, F-15, and KC-46 Tanker, as well as Boeing's commercial ventures like the 777X. His expertise extends beyond aerospace, encompassing information technology, data analytics, AI/ML, and advanced manufacturing. Michael’s innovative leadership has driven cost-saving initiatives, enhanced production systems, and enabled technological breakthroughs. Recognized for his versatility, he has contributed to diverse fields including precision medicine, health informatics, and space systems engineering. As a forward-thinking problem solver, Michael's commitment to innovation and collaboration continues to shape the future of aerospace and beyond.