Ke’Lani works with innovators, scientists, entrepreneurs, subject matter experts, and collaborating stakeholders in order to gather information and conduct interdisciplinary assessments to develop the best go-to-market strategy. 

Prior to joining JumpStart, Ke’Lani worked as a research assistant at Notre Dame of Maryland where she conducted research to formulate better FDA standard operating procedures. She also completed the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program at Colorado State University where she worked with a team to pioneer innovative research on cryoprotectant solutions. 

Ke’Lani holds a Bachelor’s in Chemistry with a minor in Physics from Notre Dame of Maryland University.