Ana Ratanaphruks is a member of Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society, with extensive experience in management consulting and program management. Ana interned at Booz Allen Hamilton, where leadership was demonstrated by directing a team to develop a performance tracking system for the US Army Green Berets. Previous roles include Program Manager at Inspirit AI, where operational excellence and customer support were prioritized, and Compliance Banking Intern at M.Y. Safra Bank, focusing on monitoring banking activities. Ana has contributed to research and engagement as the Assistant Director at BJD Leadership Training, volunteered with the NCSSM STEM Scholars Program, and participated in various panels and presentations related to innovative research. As a researcher at NC State College of Engineering, impressive achievements in creating miniature gripping devices were realized. Education includes current pursuit of a degree at Columbia University in the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, alongside a strong foundation from Wake STEM Early College High School and the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics.