“As a product leader with a PhD in Instructional Design for Online Learning and a deep-rooted passion for transforming education through technology, serving as a CODiE Awards judge has been both an honor and an inspiring experience. With a career spanning academic services, technology leadership, and user-centered product development, I bring a unique perspective to evaluating innovation that genuinely supports teaching, learning, and operational excellence in education.

What draws me back each year is the opportunity to see emerging technologies firsthand—tools that have the potential to reimagine how we learn and connect. Judging also allows me to contribute to setting a high bar for quality and impact, while connecting with like-minded professionals who are just as passionate about shaping the future of tech. The CODiE Awards process aligns with my lifelong belief that thoughtful design and inclusive innovation can open doors for learners and institutions alike.”