My Story

Everything you need to know about my career and experience.

Professional Background

I’m the President of Cogent Connections, a company I’ve been leading since 2020 that specializes in helping businesses build meaningful, long-term relationships with strategic partners, acquisition targets, potential hires, and prospective clients.

What sets us apart is our focus on genuine, value-added connections rather than superficial networking.

At Cogent Connections, I’ve developed and oversee a comprehensive portfolio of professional networking events that bring together business leaders and professionals each month.

Our programming includes virtual networking calls, business owner peer advisory meetings, intimate dinner socials, unique experiences like sauna and cold plunge socials, networking karaoke nights, and broader community networking events.

These aren’t just regular meetups – they’re carefully curated experiences designed to foster authentic professional relationships.

Research and Clinical Experience

My foundation in understanding human behavior comes from extensive research and clinical work that began during my university years. I spent nearly a year as a Research Assistant at Case Western Reserve University, where I worked in the Laboratory for the Study of Emotion, Motivation, and Self-Control.

This experience involved studying how emotional triggers influence human decision-making and optimal foraging behavior, working alongside Dr. Heath Demaree and graduate researchers.

During summers, I expanded my research portfolio at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where I worked on cutting-edge neuroscience research.

I focused on localizing TUNAR long non-coding RNA using advanced fluorescence microscopy techniques, contributing to research on CHARGE syndrome and potential interventions for hearing loss. This work culminated in presenting my findings at a formal seminar through the NeuroSURP program.

Working with Children and Families

Some of my most rewarding professional experiences came from working as a Behavioral Therapist at Cleveland Clinic during two consecutive summers. I worked intensively with children ages 6-9 who had ADHD, ODD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder through a comprehensive 10-week summer treatment program.

This role required me to design and implement customized behavioral therapy programming, monitor medication efficacy through daily data collection and analysis, and work closely with families to develop home strategies for continued progress.

This clinical work taught me the importance of creating supportive, positive environments where individuals can develop greater self-awareness and behavioral control – skills that translate directly into my current work helping businesses and professionals build more effective relationships and communication strategies.

My Approach

Whether I’m working with research data, supporting children and families, or helping businesses forge strategic partnerships, my approach centers on understanding human behavior and motivation at a deep level.

I believe that genuine connections – whether personal or professional – are built on authentic understanding, consistent support, and creating environments where everyone can succeed.

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