The SBIR and STTR programs play a crucial role in bridging the gap between scientific discovery and commercial innovation by providing non-dilutive funding to small businesses. Through these initiatives, the U.S. government empowers entrepreneurs to transform high-risk, early-stage research into viable products that address both federal needs and broader market opportunities. By reserving a portion of federal R&D budgets for small businesses and encouraging collaboration with research institutions, these programs stimulate technological advancement, support economic growth, and expand participation among diverse innovators. Despite a competitive and time-intensive application process, SBIR and STTR funding have driven significant breakthroughs and helped launch successful companies, underscoring their enduring impact on the nation’s innovation ecosystem.

I am excited to share an in-depth look at my professional journey—a career shaped by public service, federal policy, transit project development, and decades of advisory work guiding major infrastructure investments across the country. I’ve had the privilege of working with extraordinary leaders, coalitions, and communities, and I remain committed to advancing projects that strengthen America’s transit future. Here is my biography.