I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Distinguished Engineer, Executive Director at Morgan Stanley!

As I reflect on my career journey thus far, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support, encouragement, and guidance I have received from so many amazing people along the way. It’s truly wondrous to recognize the collective impact that mentors, colleagues, friends, and even chance encounters have had in shaping my path.

To my mentors and/or sponsors, David Halliwell, Dov B. Katz, Brian Ingenito, Tony Sanchez, Anthony Golia, Neil Allen, Shane Artis, Annie Foster, Paul Fox, Yan Tordoff, Nick Williams, Stephen Goldbaum, Bonny J. Pratt, Aaron Satlow thank you for generously sharing your wisdom, for believing in my potential when I sometimes doubted myself, and for pushing me to grow beyond my comfort zone. Your advice and insights have been the foundation of my growth, and I carry your lessons with me every day.

To my colleagues and teammates (far too many to list here), you have been my partners in success and my pillars of strength during challenges. Thank you for your collaboration, your constructive feedback, and for making the work environment one where creativity and innovation could thrive. I’ve learned so much from working alongside such talented and driven individuals.

To my friends and family, thank you for being my constant cheerleaders. Your unwavering belief in me, your patience during late nights and busy seasons, and your emotional support have been my anchors.

To the broader communities I’ve been fortunate to be part of, including FINOS ( Gabriele Columbro, Rob Moffat, Aaron Grizz Griswold, James McLeod, Karl Moll, Keith O’Donnell, Eddie Knight, Olivier Poupeney), Microsoft MVP ( Betsy Weber, Rochelle Sonnenberg, Rick McGuire, Prachi Kasodhan, Allison Gorman Nachtigal and all my fellow MVPs #mvpbuzz ), Autism Hackathon ( Leo Junquera, Dr Rick Kubina , Lori Kim, Rishi Bhatnagar, Allison Junquera), KOMP ( Konectin Inc and Michael Fadehan) and more, thank you for inspiring me with your passion and shared commitment to progress and innovation. You’ve shown me the value of collective efforts and the power of open collaboration.

Each of you, in your unique way, has contributed to my journey, and I am forever grateful. Whether it was a piece of advice, an opportunity, or simply a kind word, your support has been invaluable.

As I continue forward, I carry the lessons and support you’ve given me, and I strive to pay it forward to others in the same spirit of generosity and kindness.