I am a passionate scholar dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation in the field of Agribusiness, with a specialized focus on Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA). I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Business Administration (Agribusiness) at Arizona State University's W. P. Carey School of Business and am slated to graduate in May 2026. My academic journey began at the University of Tennessee, where I earned dual Master's degrees in Business Administration (MBA) and Agricultural and Resource Economics, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural and Resource Economics with a dual degree in Global Studies: Economics.

A diverse range of professional experiences complements my commitment to academic excellence. As a Graduate Teaching and Research Assistant at Arizona State University, I have instructed advanced undergraduate courses in agricultural policy, delivered guest lectures, and conducted qualitative research exploring strategies for resolving imperfections in the food supply chain. I have also developed financial models to evaluate technological innovations in agriculture.

My research interests span supply chain management, technology adoption, and the economic implications of improved traceability in the fresh produce industry. I am currently leading projects that evaluate the value of information (VOI) from enhanced traceability tools using dynamic modeling approaches and the strategic adoption of Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) in response to market and policy uncertainty.

My work is supported through programs that bridge academic research with real-world policy applications. I am a Farm Foundation Agricultural Scholar, where I collaborate with peers and mentors across academia, government, and industry to address emerging challenges in food and agricultural policy. I also served as a USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) Pathways Intern, where I worked on projects linking state-level agricultural expenditure datasets and analyzing producer support estimates (PSEs). These experiences have deepened my understanding of how economic research can inform evidence-based policy and improve the resilience of agricultural systems.

Prior to academia, I honed my analytical and leadership skills in roles at UBS Financial Services, Kroger, Louis Glunz Beer Inc., and Healthcare Corporation of America. At UBS, I automated the reconciliation process between two independent databases to identify and correct variances. I oversaw KPRs for a daily trade volume of $6 billion for a team of 10, and my most significant contribution was developing an Alteryx tool to migrate 92,106 Equity and Fixed-Income Accounts.

In addition to my academic and professional pursuits, I am actively engaged in community and student leadership. I volunteer annually at local FFA competitions and student outreach fairs to promote agricultural education. I also served as the Director of Events for the Graduate Professional Student Association (GPSA), ASU’s graduate student government, where I organized initiatives that fostered collaboration and connection among graduate students across disciplines.

With a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and proficiency in programming languages, I am equipped to tackle complex challenges and contribute meaningfully to academia and industry alike. I am grateful for the opportunities that have shaped my academic path and look forward to making a lasting impact in the field of agricultural economics and food system innovation.