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WestEd | Icebreaker

WestEd

WestEd is reimagining approaches to a more equitable society by taking on the most demanding and enduring challenges in education and human development.

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wested.org

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http://www.juliahazer.com – I’m a full stack software engineer (React, JavaScript, Ruby on Rails, GraphQL, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, HTML5, CSS3, etc.) who loves to code and solve problems, with extensive experience in edtech. I am particularly interested in creating tools that streamline processes and help others, taking on new challenges, and collaborating.

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Chief Financial & Operating Officer at The Ford Family Foundation

Christina Cunnison

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Co-Founder, CPO, & Investor

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Helping young people become career-ready and build meaningful lives | 3x founder | Lost 140lb in 2 years | Forbes 30 under 30

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I am a highly motivated problem solver in search of environments where I can learn, think critically, and improve myself and others. For this reason, I completed degrees in Physics and Business Analytics and then went into a career as a Data & Analytics consultant. Each day at KPMG, I utilize a vast array of tools and data sets to help clients answer complex questions. I am learning how to think, and I absolutely love it. In particular, I lean heavily into Data Management & Governance because these areas are the building blocks for a solid data foundation. Ultimately, I connect technology and business strategy with data and analytics to help people improve the world around them.

Molly Faulkner-Bond

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Research Director at WestEd

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Graphic Designer / Illustrator

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Executive Leadership Experiences - CTO and Associate Dean at Stanford University/ Graduate School of Education - Adviser to Asian Development Bank - Board of Director at Stratford Schools - Vice President at Vatterott College - Board of Director at WestEd - CTO at University of Phoenix Entrepreneurship Experiences His entrepreneurship engagements include numerous early-stage angel funding cases and also later-stage private equity-based investments for large enterprises such as Grand Canyon University (Stock symbol: LOPE), Northcentral University, NCA/HLC accredited online universities, and Penn Foster College acquisition by The Princeton Review (Stock symbol: REVU). His recent international advisement cases include Saudi Arabia national online university initiative, institutional development for Universidad Tecnológica de El Salvador, and WASC accreditation for CETYS Universidad, Mexico, establishment of new science and technology university for the Sultanate of Oman, etc. Academic Experiences He taught courses on for-profit education space, e-learning, mobile learning, learning technology design, etc. at Stanford. His funded research projects include Programmable Open Mobile Internet (http://pomi.stanford.edu). He serves as an advisory commettee member for National Science Foundation. He published numerous academic journal articles around education technology, mobile learning, collective intelligence, inquiry-based learning, online education, 3D virtual reality, etc. Specialties: Enterprise IT management, investment strategies, due-diligence on viability and defectiveness, educational service and product assessment, accreditation advisement, information technology design, development, and management. e-learning, mobile learning, educational technology, design, MOOC, online education, entrepreneurship Services: Advisory Committee Member for National Science Foundation, Advisory Committee Member for USAID, Founder for Seeds of Empowerment Global Education Lab

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I am a strategic, creative leader with substantial success transforming healthcare, technology, retail, and consumer brands. I am passionate about driving growth, nurturing talent, and crafting products and business models for transformative organizational and societal change. In my 20+ years of leading business growth, business and marketing strategy, partnerships, product and technology development, and people leadership, I have created billions in value for clients, employers, and customers—while also contributing to the creation of an equitable, collaborative, and sustainable future. I believe in the transformative power of creative market-based solutions, data-driven strategies, and intentional action to enhance not just business outcomes but also the planet, our country, society and the communities we serve. I have served in leadership roles in every aspect of business—innovation and transformation, creative strategy and design, technology development, human capital management, and operations—across the healthcare, advertising, retail, business services, and media industries. Adept at identifying opportunities and levers for growth, I navigate change and develop creative solutions that elevate both the brand and its people. My commitment to accountability, integrity, practiced discipline, and excellence has been instrumental in fostering strong teams and collaborative cultures that thrive on innovation and growth. AREAS OF IMPACT - Transformational Leadership - Driving Strategic Growth - Innovative Product and Service Design - Building Strong Brands - Fostering a Positive Culture - Improving Operational Efficiency - Capitalizing on Market Trends - Engaging with the Community - Creating Sustainable Systems and Solutions

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Having grown up in the U.S. and completed my M.S. in Development Economics & Non-Profit Project Management at Université Paris-Est Créteil, I bring a global perspective to my work. My background has fostered my ability to analyze and solve development challenges and enhance my appreciation for collaboration across cultures and languages. Fluent in English and with working proficiency in French, I thrive in multicultural environments and I am committed to driving meaningful success.