
AI Strategist & Engineering Leader at Babylist
I'm a lover of technology and the connections that it forges among us. Over the years, I’ve worn many hats: builder, strategist, listener, connector. Each chapter taught me something new—not just about the work but about myself. Even though I've had many roles, the throughline has always been how technology shapes us—how it weaves people together and creates new ways of being. From early online communities and blogging to technology conferences and hackathons to corporate innovation and the buzz of a startup, I’ve always been drawn to spaces where human connection and technology amplify what's possible. I've learned how to navigate ambiguity, how to lead with empathy, and how to stay curious even when things got hard. Today, I lead a small engineering team at Babylist, where I get to explore some of the most exciting (and sometimes daunting) questions about how emerging technology fits into our lives. My job isn’t just about systems or automation—it’s about helping teams feel confident, capable, and inspired as they integrate AI into how they work and serve others. It’s about bringing the human side to a very technical conversation. I’m endlessly grateful for the mentors, collaborators, and teammates who’ve shaped me along the way. And I’m always looking to learn from others who are asking big questions, building with intention, and finding joy in the process. If any of this resonates, I’d love to connect.
pagerduty.com
brown.edu
hackbrightacademy.com
intel.com
ca.gov
San Francisco, California, United States
Engineering Manager
Babylist
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Jan 2025 - Present
Staff Software Engineer
Babylist
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Aug 2023 - Jan 2025
Senior Software Engineer
Babylist
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Jul 2022 - Aug 2023
Software Engineer
Babylist
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Oct 2019 - Jun 2022
San Francisco Bay Area
Technical Support Engineer
PagerDuty
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Sep 2018 - Oct 2019
San Francisco Bay Area
Teaching Assistant
Hackbright Academy
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Sep 2018 - Dec 2018
San Francisco Bay Area
Consultant
Karynn Ikeda Consulting
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Jan 2011 - Aug 2018
San Francisco
Community Builder
Wrippl
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017
Greater Los Angeles Area
Social Media Consultant
3six0 Architecture & Design
Oct 2008 - Jul 2009
Providence, Rhode Island Area
Writing Intern
Moving Words Writing Clinic
Jun 2008 - Jul 2008
Seattle, Washington Area
Layout & Photography Editor
VISIONS Magazine
Sep 2005 - Dec 2007
Providence, Rhode Island Area
Nikkei Community Intern
National Japanese American Historical Society
Jun 2006 - Aug 2006
San Francisco Bay Area