The OPIM Innovate initiative is led by MIS Academic Director, Jonathan Moore, with assistance from In-Residence faculty member, Stephen Fitzgerald
The Lab Specialists each specialize in a specific technology focus area but are cross-trained in technologies across all 8 learning modules. They are available anytime the lab is open to assist you with any questions you have while completing our tech kits as well as to walk you through the process of design thinking and provide all of the resources in our Innovation Space and Research Lab.
The Marketing Specialists each have their focus on a different part of representing the OPIM Innovate initiative. Our website, marketing strategy, and organizational relationships are all overseen to create as much synergy with partners as possible.
The Lab Team
Nick Satta
Year: Senior
Major: Electrical Engineering
Role: Lab Manager
Nick was formerly in charge of building out the X-Reality tech track, updating the VR and AR tech kits and adding a new 360 video section. Last year, he helped build and maintain the FarmBot Genesis autonomous farming robot in the greenhouse. He is currently working on updating the lab space with new technology, equipment and programs for the UConn community to enjoy as well as running day to day operations.
Justin Tomaino
Year: Senior
Major: Management Information Systems
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Tyler Goodwin
Year: Junior
Major: Marketing
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Alexandria Arena
Year: Senior
Major: Management Information Systems
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Nicolas Michel
Year: Junior
Major: Computer Science
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Julia Somma
Year: Junior
Major: Management and Engineering for Manufacturing
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Marco Nardone Guerra
Year: Senior
Major: Management Information Systems with Computer Science Minor
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Yasin Balogou
Year: Junior
Major: Mathematics
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Annabel Terry
Year: Sophomore
Major: Management Information Systems
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Leo Lima
Year: Junior
Major: Computer Science and Engineering
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Leonardo at the present is in charge of the circuitry and 3D printing tech tracks. Leonardo used to do competitive robotics under Vex RECF. Currently, he practices the knowledge he gained from classes by doing hobbies projects.
The Marketing Team
Brunna Louzada
Year: Senior
Major: Graphic Design
Role: Graphic Designer
Brunna works with the marketing team to create logos, flyers, and other designs that reflect the identity of OPIM Innovate. Her passion for graphic design has been flourishing within the department and grows stronger each day!
Mariah Donahue
Year: Senior
Major: Computer Science and Engineering
Role: Web Development Specialist
Mariah has been working with the OPIM department since the start of Spring 2019. Within OPIM Innovate, she works closely with the rest of the marketing team to develop the websites for OPIM Innovate, the OPIM Department, and for the Information Management Association.