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084 The Economic Impact of STEM, with Alex Greenberg

Release Date: 04/25/2022

STEM Southwest Podcast

Big apologies for our summer hiatus from posting new episodes....it's been a crazy, wonderful time for Bob and Shelly, but we are happy to be back at it and sharing a new episode with our amazing audience. H. Puentes is a kindred spirit and we can't think of a better way to dive back into STEM Southwest. In addition to this amazing interview, we have some exciting interviews lined up for the Fall and can't wait to share them with you! Thanks for joining us for this amazing interview, and please consider sharing this episode and inviting friends to join us and listen in to STEM...

085 Regulating Cancer for the Cure, with Dr. Steve Worland

STEM Southwest Podcast

Today's episode will take a deep dive into the science of cancer, asking the hard questions and discussing how regulation may lead to a cure. Our guest. Dr. Steve Worland, has a strong background in pharmaceuticals, research and molecular biology that led to a powerful discussion with Bob and Shelly. Show Notes Dr. Steve Worland has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of eFFECTOR Therapeutics and as a member of its Board of Directors since its inception in May 2012. Previously, Dr. Worland served as Chief Executive Officer of Anadys Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a...

084 The Economic Impact of STEM, with Alex Greenberg

STEM Southwest Podcast

Today's guest brings a perspective on the economic development impact of STEM as the newly appointed Director of the Office of Science and Technology for the New Mexico Economic Development Department. With a biomedical background, Alex Greenberg shares his unique perspective on the powerful impact that science is making on business and in the state. He shares how the important collective partnership of government agency, private business, and education will continue to improve the trajectory of all things STEM in the state, and encourages listeners to reach out...

083 Illuminating STEM, with Paul Pickard

STEM Southwest Podcast

Join Bob and Shelly today as they shine a light on the science of circadian rhythms and how guest, Dr. Paul Pickard, is using advances in technology to make life better for all of us. Today, you can listen in as we get nerdy over all things lighting, and explore how innovation is being used by physicists, light scientists, and data scientists at Korrus and other companies to ensure that we all have a brighter future! Show Notes Paul Pickard is the Chief Technology Officer of Korrus, Inc, a Los Angeles-based startup dedicated to improving human health and wellbeing through the power of...

082 New Mexico Innovation Triangle, with John Rizzo

STEM Southwest Podcast

Join Bob and Shelly as they interview John Rizzo, the CEO and co-founder of the New Mexico Innovation Triangle. John is leveraging the power of innovation and tech for the common good. John shares about some of his Silicon Valley experiences with Apple and Intel with the STEM Southwest listeners, and his current work with the New Mexico Innovation Triangle. Show Notes John is currently the CEO and co-founder of the New Mexico Innovation Triangle John Rizzo is an entrepreneurial transformation agent, focused on leveraging the power of innovation and technology for the common...

081 Getting Girls Into Tech, with Dr. Shelly Gruenig

STEM Southwest Podcast

How do we get Girls Into Tech and keep Girls Into Tech? In today’s episode, Shelly shares her emotional STEM story and how her 6th grade science fair project boosted her desire to learn more science and tech. Shelly shares about her first Radio Shack computer that was purchased with money that she earned delivering newspapers. She grew up in what we now call an underserved rural community with no mentors that could help to guide her pathway to tech, which impacted her access and her future career. She hopes to open doors of opportunity to girls in a way that no program has...

080 Entrepreneurial Excellence through Perseverance, with Dr. Srinivas Mukkamala

STEM Southwest Podcast

What started with a class project led to an entrepreneurial journey and innovation in the informational technology company, RiskSense. Today's guest, Dr. Srinivas Mukkamala, openly shares the challenges and victories of his amazing race. In 2021, Ivanti acquired his company and he now serves as Senior Vice President of Security Products. Sri impressed Shelly while openly sharing his journey during a keynote presentation at the New Mexico Technology Council Experience IT Conference in 2021. There is a lot to unpack in this episode so let's get started! Show Notes Dr....

079 Bootcamp Ingenuity, with Andrea Sisneros Wichman

STEM Southwest Podcast

This week’s guest, Andrea Sisneros Wichman, helps us dive into the subject of training and how it influences the STEM workforce. The CNM Ingenuity program offers a wide range of immersive technology training in addition to Coding Bootcamps. In 8-12 weeks, you can learn, apply the knowledge through project-based learning, and then walk into a new career. These programs are popular nationwide, but CNM was one of the first to offer this type of training, and is now working with other colleges across the nation to innovate in this way. Show Notes Andrea Sisneros Wichman, Program Director with...

078 Discovering Fintech at FinCon21, with Ryan Ruff and Jake Tamarkin

STEM Southwest Podcast

This week’s episode is a double dose of Fin Tech! Join Bob and Shelly and learn about FinCon21, where money and media meet, and also hear from some of the interesting folks that they met and some great tools for your financial future. Show Notes Ryan Ruff is Head of Fintech Relations at ASA, bridging the gap with the creators of tech and those who want to invest in the development of tech. He is leading the way to create a bridge between technology development and those who want to invest in the future expansion of important tech. Jake Tamarkin is the co-founder and Chief Executive...

077 Deloitte is Building the STEM Workforce Pipeline, with Celina Bussey

STEM Southwest Podcast

Celina Bussey is a Specialist Leader at Deloitte and this week's guest on STEM Southwest Podcast. Her rich experience in workforce development gives amazing insight into this deep dive discussion about the future of the STEM workforce. Shelly and Celina discuss workforce solutions and innovations as well as the important and growing work happening at Deloitte. Show Notes Celina Bussey is a Client Relationship Executive in Deloitte’s Government and Public Sector practice and serves as a subject matter expert for Labor and Workforce Development. She has worked with state...

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Alex Greenberg is the Director of the Science and Technology office for New Mexico State Economic Development Department (EDD). Alex has a background in project management and entrepreneurship. He holds a BA in psychology, and an MBA with a concentration in management of technology from the University of New Mexico.

Most recently, Alex served as the Financial Program Specialist for the New Mexico EDD and, prior to that, worked in healthcare as a Clinical Project Manager in healthcare business development and as a strategist for a New Mexico biomedical startup. He has also worked extensively with local startups to address financing, long-term strategy, and system optimization. Alex’s focus is to supporting technology commercialization and the entrepreneurial ecosystem in New Mexico.