Southern Oregon Research and Innovation Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to improving outcomes for Southern Oregonians through technology and innovation.
An innovation center can open doors to great opportunities for locals in STEAM fields.
Dave relocated to Medford, OR in 1990 and made Southern Oregon home. He graduated from North Medford and attended RCC after serving in the U.S. Army. Dave is now married and has three sons. He loves all that our community has to offer. Dave and his wife are local business owners and active in the local business community. Dave is actively involved in community and non-profit events. After seeing the needs in the community, he pulled together connections to create a board and start SORIN – Southern Oregon Research and Innovation Network!
Tom moved from the Bay Area in California in 2016 to Southern Oregon to start Awen Winecraft. He is passionate about the area, outdoor life, music and education. Tom is a big believer in education, and realized how lucky he was to receive such a great STEM-based education from his public high school in Ohio. He believes that there is a new ‘middle class’, one that has transformed from a primarily manufacturing-based economy to one that is now based on technology. Joining the talented SORIN team was a ‘no-brainer’ as helping to provide the education and training required to keep America moving forward is essential.
Tom received his Bachelor of Science from the US Air Force Academy and his Masters of Science from the University of Southern California. He and his wife (who has her own business) have one son, three dogs and 8 chickens!
Adam was born and raised in Medford, Oregon, and has an eclectic professional background serving in both the public and private sectors. He was a Project Officer/Communications Specialist at the Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology (KIAT) who witnessed the value of a strong STEM-based education in cities and countries. He also has over 14 years of experience with talent acquisition, employee engagement, contract negotiation, and employee development programs. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Organizational Training and Development, and a master’s degree in Human Resource and Employment Relations. Along with his dedication to SORIN, he’s the Director of Learning and Development for a consumer finance company.
IT Director and Assistive Technology trainer who’s field of work is in the Intellectual and Developmental Disability community. One of his core beliefs is that technology can be used as a great tool for advocacy, social mobility and bridging gaps where there exists no natural ability to overcome.
Lindsay was born and raised in Southern Oregon, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Multimedia from SOU. She lives with her husband and four children in Grants Pass, OR, and is the owner of a small software consulting business. Every one of her children has been educated with a mix of homeschool, traditional public & public charter school – with a focus on flexible, tailored education. As someone whose life was transformed by education in technology, she is passionate about STEAM education and business – which makes her particularly passionate about everything SORIN aims to achieve!
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