Advancing knowledge, development, and connection to fulfilling work.
Leveraging the power of AI to personalize and democratize state of the art vocational psychology, Aimia provides lifelong career counseling and guidance (serving as both a coach and ally), labor market insights; enabling holistic self knowledge, personalized and aligned career pathways (taking into consideration spiritual, economic, familial and cultural paradigms), personal development, and thereby fulfilling/personally purposeful work for all–with an early emphasis on the young (high school and college), the displaced (mid-career, immigrants) and historically marginalized (bipoc) communities–strengthening societal wellbeing as a whole. Aimia supports 50 languages, including English, Spanish, Japanese, Arabic, Farsi, German, Russian, and Chinese, to serve our diverse population.
Chief Executive Officer
Trading traditional medical school for the entrepreneurial path, Shiv spent 12 transformative years building NeuraLace, a company that commercialized a groundbreaking, non-invasive chronic pain therapy. With a keen eye on the horizon, his future endeavors are firmly rooted in his passion for propelling technologies that unlock human potential at scale.
Chief Technology Officer
Joel has been a CEO and founder of three startup companies and as a former engineer, he has worked at Northrop Grumman, Nokia, Qualcomm, Hughes Space and Communication, and The Aerospace Corporation. He has an MBA from UCLA, an MS in mechanical engineering from UC Berkeley, and BS in mechanical engineering from UC San Diego.
Chief Product Officer
Meredith is a visionary leader with a talent for solving complex problems and driving strategic goals. As the Global Business Leader at Amazon, she fosters high-performance cultures and delivers strong results. Previously, she served as President and CEO of Susan G. Komen, San Diego. Meredith holds an M.A. in Leadership & Management from the University of San Diego and a Political Science degree from UC San Diego.
Chief Operating Officer
Shay is a dedicated pharmacist, health educator, and patient advocate with a passion for harnessing technology to enhance wellbeing. Her commitment to making a positive impact led her to establish the San Diego chapter of SingularityU, fostering collaboration around exponential technologies to address global challenges. Shay remains actively involved in empowering refugees through education and career development, reflecting her deep dedication to creating lasting, positive change in communities.
Capital Development Research Analyst
Hiral holds a degree in anthropology and finance pivoting from managing her family office to a wellness-focused path after undergoing a transformative kidney transplant. Now, as a holistic consultant, performance specialist, author, and patient advocate, she is dedicated to unlocking human potential and enabling individuals to lead purposeful and fulfilling lives.
Project Manager
Nooria is the Operations Manager at the San Diego Refugee Communities Coalition, with a deep commitment to advance our communities. Originally from Afghanistan, she arrived in 2022 with a B.S. in Software Engineering. Nooria’s frontline experience in Afghanistan, executing plans and processes to support organizational goals of International NPOs, has equipped her with a strong foundation in solving real-world community problems and a knack for creative collaboration in diverse environments. Passionate about making a positive impact, she finds joy in inspiring and being inspired by others.
UX Specialist
Campbell specializes in crafting seamless digital experiences from Figma designs to Webflow sites. With a strong focus on user-centric design, he blends creativity with functionality to create beautiful, intuitive products. His unique approach integrates artistic vision with practical solutions, ensuring that every project resonates with users and clients alike.
A CEO, philanthropist and activist. She is co-founder and investor in a number of software, analytics, data, film/story and impact organizations. Her experience spans foundations, coalitions, enterprise/social enterprise, start-ups, transformations, scaling (including roll ups) through sale.
6x Startup entrepreneur, 20+ years as Advisor to Entrepreneurs, Software Development, Invented/ coded CRM, author, open cockpit biplane aviator, Frisbee player, pool shooter.
Dr. Lent is a Distinguished University Professor in Counseling Psychology, at University of Maryland. He has published extensively on career choice and decision-making, inclusion of women and students of color in STEM fields, career self-management and transitions, academic and work satisfaction, and technology and the future of work. Dr.
Dr. Lent is a Distinguished University Professor in Counseling Psychology, at University of Maryland. He has published extensively on career choice and decision-making, inclusion of women and students of color in STEM fields, career self-management and transitions, academic and work satisfaction, and technology and the future of work. Dr. Lent is a Fellow of Division 17 (Counseling Psychology) of the American Psychological Association and a recipient of the Leona Tyler Award for Lifetime Achievement in Counseling Psychology (Division 17) and the Eminent Career Award (National Career Development Association).
Dr. Fouad is a faculty member in the Counseling Psychology area of the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where she is a university distinguished professor and the Mary and Ted Kellner Endowed Chair of Educational Psychology. She studies how people make work and career-related decisions, particu
Dr. Fouad is a faculty member in the Counseling Psychology area of the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where she is a university distinguished professor and the Mary and Ted Kellner Endowed Chair of Educational Psychology. She studies how people make work and career-related decisions, particularly in understanding the work choices for women and underrepresented minorities.
Dr. Rounds is a Professor and Distinguished Scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He has received the APA's John L. Holland Award, AERA's Outstanding Research Award, and is a Spencer Fellow and APS Fellow. Dr. Rounds has delivered invited talks globally, including at the US National Research Council and leading univer
Dr. Rounds is a Professor and Distinguished Scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He has received the APA's John L. Holland Award, AERA's Outstanding Research Award, and is a Spencer Fellow and APS Fellow. Dr. Rounds has delivered invited talks globally, including at the US National Research Council and leading universities in Germany, China, Taiwan, and India. Since 1998, he has consulted for O*NET on developing vocational interest and work value measures.
Dr. Chu is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Lafayette College. Her research interest is in person-occupation fit; vocational interest measurement; AI-tools for psychological measurement; individual difference development and change.
Dr. Perlus is Senior Associate Director and Manager of the Career Exploration Unit at Cornell Career Services. She completed her M.S. and Ph.D. from the Counseling Psychology program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her research interest is how the impostor phenomenon influences career and educational outcomes. Dr. Perlu
Dr. Perlus is Senior Associate Director and Manager of the Career Exploration Unit at Cornell Career Services. She completed her M.S. and Ph.D. from the Counseling Psychology program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her research interest is how the impostor phenomenon influences career and educational outcomes. Dr. Perlus is enthusiastic about integrating theory, research, and practice.
Dr. Garriott is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Counseling Psychology. Since joining the faculty in 2012, Dr. Garriott has led the Education and Career Equity Lab, focusing on scholarship that addresses economic and racial justice. Their work primarily centers on social class and classism, first-generation college st
Dr. Garriott is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Counseling Psychology. Since joining the faculty in 2012, Dr. Garriott has led the Education and Career Equity Lab, focusing on scholarship that addresses economic and racial justice. Their work primarily centers on social class and classism, first-generation college students, and social cognitive career theory. Nationally. He serves as the Associate Editor for the Journal of Diversity in Higher Education and Editor of the Journal of Career Assessment.
Aimia was born as an Impact Project of the San Diego Chapter of SingularityU—a global learning and innovation community leveraging exponential technologies to tackle the world’s biggest challenges. SingularityU continues to provide Aimia resources, mentorship, and a network of forward-thinking leaders.
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