ASHLEY GALANTI
Atlanta,USA
Summary
Founder and engineering leader with over a decade of experience building end-to-end systems at the intersection of data, machine learning, hardware, and product. As CEO of AMG Detection, I designed and led the development of a non-invasive wearable system for early seizure prediction, owning the full pipeline from raw data acquisition through model development, validation, and deployment. My background in journalism sharpens how I discover and frame real problems, engineering enables me to solve them rigorously, and entrepreneurship allows me to deliver solutions to the right audiences—while Spanish fluency enables collaboration across languages and cultures. I am known for translating ambiguous problems into scalable architectures, aligning cross-functional teams, and communicating complex technical work clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant
Institute of Biological Engineering
10.2023 - Current
- Serve as the operational backbone of the Institute of Biological Engineering, rebuilding core infrastructure across digital systems, membership operations, conferences, sponsorships, and financial workflows.
- Lead membership engagement and customer relations end-to-end, serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries, onboarding, renewals, and issue resolution.
- Coordinate and execute major conferences and events, spanning scheduling, logistics, vendor and sponsor coordination, communications, and on-site operations.
- Own and operate the organization’s full web and data stack, including front- and back-end website systems, membership databases, registration workflows, and payment processing.
- Conduct financial tracking and analysis to support budgeting, sponsorship strategy, and leadership decision-making.
CEO/Founder
AMG Detection, LLC
01.2023 - Current
- Founded and lead a biomedical startup developing the first non-invasive wearable device for early seizure prediction (10-45 minutes pre-event) using novel biomarker sensing technology.
- Invented and engineered the full hardware-software stack from first principles, including custom sensor design, signal acquisition, and machine-learning-based classification, as the core of my PhD research.
- Advanced the technology from concept through functional prototypes and laboratory validation, with preparation underway for IRB-approved preclinical human studies.
- Drive scientific strategy, regulatory planning, product development, and partnerships, translating academic research into a clinically viable medical device.
- Roundtable Participant: 2024 Research Roundtable for Epilepsy: Diagnostic and Tracking, Innovation Gateway Ecosystem
- Invited Speaker: Judge of Innovation District Quick Pitch Competition, Judge for Midterm and Final Pitches in Engineering Entrepreneurship Course, Guest Lecturer in College of Engineering/Innovation District/First-Year Law Class, Institute of Biological Engineering Bio-business Career Panel
Guest Speaker
Innovation Assistant
01.2023 - Current
- Served as a guest speaker and innovation assistant across multiple University of Georgia programs, presenting on startup formation, technology commercialization, and founder decision-making.
- Delivered presentations for FYOS startup law classes, Capstone Senior Design, Engineering Entrepreneurship courses, and investor showcases, supporting early-stage founders and student teams.
- Led founder-focused coffee hour sessions as the primary speaker, facilitating open discussion, mentorship, and peer learning within the innovation community.
- Advised emerging entrepreneurs on translating technical ideas into viable products, navigating legal considerations, and communicating with investors.
Research Assistant to the Associate Dean
Office of Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Athens, GA
10.2020 - 12.2025
- Provided analytical and operational support to the Associate Dean of the College of Engineering, enabling data-driven decision-making at the college leadership level.
- Conducted data analysis on funding, awards, and financial flows across the College of Engineering to assess performance, trends, and strategic priorities.
- Evaluated faculty awards and grant portfolios and synthesized findings into clear presentations and executive summaries for the Dean’s office.
- Tracked and analyzed the flow of funds across departments to support budgeting, planning, and resource allocation decisions.
- Drafted, edited, and proofread official documents and reports requiring precision, clarity, and institutional consistency.
- Supported hiring processes for staff and students, including data review, coordination, and administrative execution.
- Contributed to the planning and launch of the Innovation Factory, supporting early-stage operational setup, documentation, and coordination.
RF Solutions Engineer Intern
Keysight Technologies
Los Angeles, CA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Designed and validated test and measurement solutions for aerospace and defense customers, supporting complex RF and signal integrity use cases.
- Conducted hands-on evaluation and comparison of measurement systems to characterize phase noise sensitivity across instruments.
- Authored a published technical document synthesizing experimental results into clear, customer-facing guidance used in sales and technical discussions.
- Partnered with solutions engineers and account managers to bridge technical depth and customer needs, supporting effective positioning and decision-making.
- Presented technical findings directly to senior engineers and stakeholders at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon.
Electrical Engineer Intern
Caterpillar
Athens, GA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Automate the tack welding system for the A-frame of the 304 E-series Mini Hydraulic Excavator
- Capstone Senior Design Project
Olympics Photographer
Associated Press and NORC
Beijing
02.2022 - 02.2022
- Selected as one of five participants nationwide for an Associated Press journalism program to support coverage of the 2021 Paralympics and 2022 Winter Olympics.
- Conducted background research on athletes, events, and storylines in preparation for international coverage.
- Prepared to cover local and event-related stories in Tokyo and Beijing.
- Participation was ultimately canceled due to COVID-related disruptions.
Fitness Monitor
Ramsey Student Center
Athens, GA
12.2018 - 08.2020
- Educate fitness class and motivate participants to live an active lifestyle
- Promote fitness and healthy living
- Clean up the gym and set up classes in order to help instructors
Team Member
Chick-fil-a
Duluth, GA
05.2017 - 08.2020
- Performing cashier duties, product assistance and cleaning
- Assist in a multitude of duties helping with customer service and satisfaction, making sure that all customers leave with a smile on their face and the correct order in their hand
- Involved with the assistance of catering orders, organizing and delivering any large order placed ahead of time
- Trained individuals to be better employees and learn all of the basics of operation
- Remarkable Future Scholarship-$2500
Contributor
Living Full Out
Santa Monica, CA
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Wrote and scheduled postings each week on National Days and inspiring stories, some of whom we have gotten on the radio show.
- Contacted potential special guests with inspiring stories through email and phone.
- Researched information on various people and events to write about and contact.
- Helped my boss Nancy Solari type emails and other organizational tasks due to her legally blindness.
- Helped send out information on the show and attract listeners.
Research Intern and Marketing Assistant
Canine Assistants
Milton, GA
05.2016 - 05.2019
- Supported funding and development efforts at a nonprofit organization by assisting with donor-facing initiatives and operational support.
- Contributed to day-to-day facility operations, including animal care and maintenance, ensuring a safe and functional environment.
- Assisted across a range of organizational projects, adapting to shifting priorities in a resource-constrained nonprofit setting.
- Collaborated with staff to develop and test an early engineering device created in an academic research course, using trained dogs to interact with and validate the system’s functionality.
- Gained early hands-on experience integrating engineering design with real-world users and constraints, laying the foundation for later seizure-related device development.
Education
Ph.D. - Biomedical Engineering
The University of Georgia
Athens12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
University of Georgia
Athens12-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
The University of Georgia
Athens12-2021
Minor - Spanish
La Universidad De Cádiz
Cádiz, Spain07.2019
Skills
Technical leadership & execution
Project management
Technical writing & documentation
Executive communication
Customer engagement
Product development
Machine learning systems
Data analysis & pipelines
Software development (Python, R, C/C)
Distributed hardware–software systems
Awards
- Third place at Gwinnett Regional Science/Engineering Fair, 03/17
- First place at Gwinnett Regional Science/Engineering Fair, 03/18
- First place at Georgia State Science/Engineering Fair-Best in Division, 04/18
- Georgia Engineering Foundation Award of Excellence for Impact on Better Living, 04/18, $1000 scholarship
- Spire Outstanding Student, 03/18
- Certification in Microsoft Word- Course & Test completed, 05/18
- Graduated with Honors, 05/18
- Zell Miller Scholarship, /18-/22
- Chair's Award of Excellence School of Electrical & Computer Engineering, 05/20
- McGill Grady Fellow, 09/21
- Google Analytics for Beginners Certification, 10/21
- Advanced Google Analytics Certification, 12/21
- College of Engineering Undergraduate Award for Academic Excellence, 04/22
- CURO Research Award, 06/22
- Quick Pitch Winner, 10/22, $1000
- Graduate Research Assistantship, 01/23
- Kickstart Grant Recipient, 11/24, $3000
- 2025 Intellectual Property Startup Awards - 3rd Place, 02/25, $3000
- Presidential Citation from Institute of Biological Engineering, 09/25
- Georgia Research Alliance Grant Recipient, 11/25
- UGA Health and Wellness Pitch Competition - 1st place, 11/25, $10000
- University of Georgia Graduation Convocation Speaker, 12/25
Leadership Volunteer Involvement
- Experience UGA - UGA Student Ambassador
- Food2Kids - Liaison & Volunteer
- Relay for Life - Membership Development Team
- Society of Entrepreneurs - Member
- Los Niños (Spain) - Volunteer Educator
- Resonate - Volunteer Writer
- UGA College Scoops - Lead Ambassador
- Athens Area Humane Society - Volunteer
- OKB Hope Foundation - Volunteer Graphic Designer
- Activa Tu Speaking - President, Co-Founder & Co-Instructor
- UGA NSF I-Corps - Business Participant
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Institute of Biological Engineering
10.2023 - Current
CEO/Founder
AMG Detection, LLC
01.2023 - Current
Guest Speaker
Innovation Assistant
01.2023 - Current
RF Solutions Engineer Intern
Keysight Technologies
05.2022 - 08.2022
Olympics Photographer
Associated Press and NORC
02.2022 - 02.2022
Electrical Engineer Intern
Caterpillar
08.2021 - 05.2022
Research Assistant to the Associate Dean
Office of Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship
10.2020 - 12.2025
Fitness Monitor
Ramsey Student Center
12.2018 - 08.2020
Contributor
Living Full Out
11.2018 - 05.2019
Team Member
Chick-fil-a
05.2017 - 08.2020
Research Intern and Marketing Assistant
Canine Assistants
05.2016 - 05.2019
Ph.D. - Biomedical Engineering
The University of Georgia
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
University of Georgia
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
The University of Georgia
Minor - Spanish
La Universidad De Cádiz