Chief Executive Officer & Lead Model/Software Developer
Richard drives Quantum Risk Analytics, Inc.’s mission to leverage cutting-edge technology across disciplines to make the world a safer place during pandemics, while also being its primary conceptual architect. He brings his steadfast commitment, vision, leadership, creativity, high standards, integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and a plethora of relevant skills and experience to Quantum Risk Analytics, Inc., including small business and not-for-profit corporate management, software development, various numerical modeling (including probabilistic projection and geometrical modeling), fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, artificial intelligence, including quantum machine learning and combinatorial optimization.
Originally and currently from New York, Richard was a top student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he graduated a semester early with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, with a Minor in Economics. He went on to get his Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of California at Berkeley, where he also took classes in several other departments. His term project for one of those, an Industrial Engineering & Operations Research graduate class, lead to a startup.
One of Richard’s most important drivers is the desire to help humankind and to make a positive difference in the world.
Secretary, Data Curator & Model Developer
Pablo Paiewonsky is a welcome recent addition to Quantum Risk Analytics, Inc.’s board of directors.
Dr. Paiewonsky has done interdisciplinary research spanning
paleoenvironmental science, climate dynamics, plant functioning,
ecology, and the modeling of the latter three. He also has many months
of work experience as a STEM tutor and professor. He holds two
Bachelors degrees (Meteorology and Mathematics), a Masters degree in
Geography (University of Maryland at College Park), and a PhD in
Atmospheric Science (State University of New York at Albany).
Pablo
believes strongly in reforming the relationship of science and health
experts with the general public to be one that is less “top-down”
mandating by experts from their positions of traditional authority into
one in which experts are receptive, transparent, engaging, and
empowering as public servants. He brings strong analytical skills and a
scientifically-rigorous approach to Quantum Risk Analytics, Inc.
Chief Operating Officer
Jason is a recent MBA graduate from the Kellogg School of Management with a major in operations management. He also has more than 7 years of experience in product development and project management in energy, manufacturing, and hard-tech. Jason is proficient in leading cross-functional teams and making data-driven decisions. He is currently based in Shanghai working for a leading tech company with a focus on supply chain management.
Chief Financial Officer
With an extensive background exceeding a decade in high-performance industries, Kostas stands as a versatile accounting professional. His expertise spans a spectrum of sectors, including food manufacturing, wholesale, recycling, retail logistics and transportation, and hospitality. Holding a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a master's in accounting, Kostas has cultivated a robust educational foundation. As a Licensed Accountant and CPA with qualifications on both sides of the Atlantic, he brings a wealth of skills to the professional arena.
Kostas is driven by a profound belief in continuous learning, embodying the spirit of a dedicated lifelong learner. This commitment propels him to acquire additional professional certificates in finance, modeling, accounting, and taxation, reflecting his unwavering pursuit of knowledge.
Beyond professional development, Kostas advocates for ethical responsibility and community engagement. He firmly believes that individuals possess an obligation to contribute to the betterment of society through the application of their knowledge, passion, and expertise. This conviction underscores Kostas's commitment to creating a positive impact and aligning personal and professional pursuits with the broader goal of fostering a better world for all.
Managing Epidemiologist
Juliette is a recent Master of Science in Global Health graduate from the University of Geneva and is excited to pursue her passion for public health at Quantum Risk Analytics, Inc. She previously received a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Florida. Juliette brings to the team her background in COVID-19 research, interdisciplinary global mindset, and love for science communication. She is excited to use these skills to help Quantum Risk Analytics, Inc. reach new heights in public health.
Machine Learning Developer
Jiaying, a recent PhD graduate in Statistics and Operation Research from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with a minor in Computer Science, not only excels in statistics but also ranked 1st in the China Girls Mathematical Olympiad, among her numerous prestigious awards and honors, showcasing her exceptional abilities in the field. With internship experiences at Amazon, SAS Institute, and DiDi, she brings a wealth of technical expertise. Passionate about impactful projects, Jiaying is eager to contribute her skills in probability, statistics, data science, and machine learning to a team dedicated to positive public health outcomes.
Product and Data Analyst
Kate graduated from the University of Rhode Island with bachelor's degrees in biological sciences and biomedical engineering and is currently a master’s student in Data Science at Merrimack College. She is passionate about public health and looking forward to using her background in biology and biomedical engineering and new skills in data science to contribute to public health through the Pandemonium project.
Epidemiologist
Gabrielle graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a master’s in public health, specializing in Epidemiology. She's passionate about preventing diseases in public health and loves how epidemiologists use data to predict outcomes and improve health. As a mom of two boys, she enjoys staying active outdoors. Gabrielle has worked as a data analyst, focusing on maternal health outcomes, and is excited to bring her experience to Pandemonium to help improve future pandemic responses.
Director
Rob brings a varied background in business, education, and advocacy to Quantum Risk Analytics, Inc.
Rob transferred his project management skills from the manufacturing arena to secondary education, developing innovative high school STEM programs to make science, engineering, and programing skills accessible to a broader scope of students. He also worked on the administrative side of secondary education, managing the transition from paper and mainframe-based Student Management Systems (SMS) to digital, PC- & web-based products. Rob also drove the adoption of digital Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Web 2.0 learning tools into classrooms. Along the way he developed expertise in managing and conducting training for the teachers and administrators who had to implement the new systems and tools.
Rob’s current focus is on advocacy for people with disabilities in higher education. Rob’s son is currently a senior at a highly competitive university. In addition to the usual interactions with various academic and administrative departments at the college, Rob helps his son manage the often conflicting regulations and requirements of over ten federal and state departments and programs that are involved with his care and support as a person with a disability.
Rob holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from MIT, and MS in Engineering Management from the Missouri School of Science and Technology, and an MEd from the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Maynard S. Clark, M.S. Mgmt. (Research Admin.)
Maynard retired in 2019 from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, where he worked in multiple administrative positions over 12 years.
Gul Agha, Ph.D.
Gul is the Co-Founder and CEO at Embedor Technologies as well as Professor Emeritus & Research Professor at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Python Quality Assurance Engineer
Viththal graduated from New York University with a Master of Science in Computer Engineering. Having always been passionate about producing the best outcome and achieving perfection in what he does, his role as a QA engineer provides him with the utmost satisfaction. Over the years, he has gained skills and experiences in a variety of different fields through internships and academic courses, which he intends to use to contribute towards the company's goals. He is a highly motivated individual who enjoys learning new tools/technology and solving problems. In addition to his professional endeavors, he enjoys outdoor activities like hiking and some days he likes being a couch potato binge-watching web series.
Epidemiologist
Aditya, an enthusiastic public health expert, holds a Master of Public Health degree from Boston University School of Public Health, with specializations in Epidemiology - Biostatistics and Mental Health - Substance Use. Eager to showcase expertise in epidemiological and psychological research, Aditya is committed to contributing valuable insights and making a meaningful impact on public health outcomes.
Python Developer and Quality Assurance Engineer
Godwin graduated with B.S in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a strong foundation in web development and core engineering concepts. Passionate about innovation with strong problem-solving skills accompanied with a proactive approach to continuous learning.
Quality Assurance Engineer
Shiyi is a QA engineer with a master’s degree in Computer Science from University of Central Florida. With a foundation in computer systems and software, Shiyi is passionately learning new technology and contributing her expertise and knowledge to fields that combine coding, epidemiology, and public health. Shiyi is excited to have a positive impact on the team.
Epidemiologist
As a dedicated public health enthusiast with a Master's Degree in Public Health in Epidemiology from Moscow State Medical University named after I.M.Sechenov, Viktoriia is passionately driven to contribute her skills and knowledge towards advancing the field of epidemiology and public health. Viktoriia is excited to use data analytics in epidemiology to predict infectious outbreaks.
Epidemiologist
Leah is a passionate public health professional with a Master of Public Health degree from Yale School of Public Health, specializing in Epidemiology of infectious diseases. With a background in biological science and vaccine studies, Leah wishes to demonstrate her expertise in epidemiological research and contribute to the team that makes a positive public health impact.
Python Developer & Quality Assurance Engineer
Harsh Vora is a skilled Computer Science graduate from Northeastern University with a master's degree, with a robust technical foundation in languages like Python, Java, and frameworks such as React and Node. Harsh’s dedication to innovation is evident through his contributions, such as leading the adoption of Kafka-based event-driven architecture and simplifying Git operations at renowned companies. He is highly motivated to use his skills and expertise gained through previous experiences and coursework to help the organization.