Connect Who or what is your inspiration in business?

I am continuously inspired by the possibilities formed from optimism, determination, and consistency—so I feel deeply responsible to empower those who are underserved. Wisdom from people like John Doerr, combined with my insatiable drive for impact in entrepreneurship and healthcare, equips me thoroughly to solve meaningful problems. From Walk Again to RSVF to Morph, I’m inspired to empower people through technology, building communities and tackling challenges with innovation and

How do you stay motivated?

I stay motivated by the weight of responsibility—knowing I have the ability and privilege to build solutions that others desperately need. Progress fuels me, whether it’s an amputee regaining mobility, a founder taking their first step, or a breakthrough that brings an idea closer to reality. I thrive on momentum, drawing energy from the people I work with and the problems I get to solve. Every challenge is an opportunity to serve the greater good.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With $25,000, I would accelerate the development of our hardware prototyping for Morph Labs. We would allocate the funds toward refining our AI model using high-quality datasets from institutions like Texas Medical Center and our partner universities, building robust prototypes for user testing, and conducting early-stage clinical trials to validate functionality. This investment would bring us closer to creating an intuitive, affordable prosthetic solution that transforms lives.