Sam Rodriguez

Sam Rodriguez has extensive experience in product development and business management, with a focus on creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities. As Product Development Manager at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. since October 2011, Sam has been instrumental in creating over 20 full-time positions and has provided engineering and operational direction for the development of more than 10 new products. Previously, as Assistant Director of Business Services at LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Sam led the AbilityOne Program Manufacturing Facility to achieve 100% production goals and negotiated significant contracts. Additional roles include Director of Business Development at The Opportunities Group, Inc. and NIB Fellow at National Industries for the Blind. Sam holds a Full Stack Development Certificate from the University of Washington, a Business Management Certificate from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, a BS in Mechanical Engineering from San Jose State University, and an Associate of Arts from Skyline College.