Dr. Lorna Finman

Develop and scale a nationwide model for a K-12 STEM Laboratory School in partnership with a university, replicating the success of the most innovative high school in STEM education. Establish comprehensive blueprints for nationwide replication, including:

• A World-Class K-12 STEM Program with cutting-edge curriculum.
• A K-12 Research Initiative where students begin research in Kindergarten, with high school students publishing in peer-reviewed journals and securing patents in medical breakthroughs, bioengineering, neuroscience, and agricultural technology.
• An Accelerated Baccalaureate Program, offered free to students, ensuring advanced academic pathways.
• Math and literacy programs producing state-leading test scores, including for economically disadvantaged students.
• Legislative development to support policy adoption in other states.
• Secured funding from private donors and grants to expand and sustain the program.
• Developed marketing materials and pitch decks to attract investors and secure additional funding.

• Scaled national and international STEM education programs
• Led the development of teacher training and certification programs, ensuring program quality and sustainability
• Trained over 5,000 teachers, school leaders, and administrators in best practices for STEM instruction
• Established a STEM teacher certification program, working with nonprofit organizations to drive systemic change
• Created summer STEM programs across multiple states, integrating cutting-edge research experiences for K-12 students
• Designed AI-driven educational tools, STEM labs, and hands-on learning programs in neuroscience, bioengineering, astrophysics, and genetics
• Developed scalable blueprints for nationwide replication, ensuring STEM accessibility for all students

• Built a top-performing STEM school in an underserved area

• Helped write the legislation to establish statewide STEM initiatives, securing funding for teacher training and student programs
• Networked with business, government, and non-profit

• Led high school students in designing, building, and launching a CubeSat satellite
• Created a specialized STEM curriculum to teach students about space exploration and engineering

Operated a fleet of mobile STEM laboratories to take directly to schools and events

• Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
• Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
• Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.

• Company Overview: High-Tech Engineering and Manufacturing – Developed Innovative Products to Save Troops’ Lives
• Managed multi-million-dollar, complex engineering programs, ensuring innovation and executable project delivery
• Designed and manufactured mission-critical hardware for defense, aerospace, and automation applications
• Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact technological solutions on time and within budget
• High-Tech Engineering and Manufacturing – Developed Innovative Products to Save Troops’ Lives

• Directed research and development for advanced communication satellites and space technologies
• Led high-stakes aerospace engineering projects, managing large teams and multimillion-dollar budgets
• Managed over 100 employees, 3 Programs, Department Manger
• Managed multi million dollar IR&D program
• Paten on laser optics