People

Our Leadership

We're the type of nerds who eat, sleep, and breathe UConn. This team of senior staff members is dedicated to making i3 a hub of innovation and creativity. From leading projects to mentoring students, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible at UConn.

Brian Kelleher

Senior Developer

Natalie Lacroix

Senior Designer

Joel Salisbury

i3 Director

Dan Schwartz

Vice Provost, Academic Operations

Jeff Winston

Director, Nexus Platform

Student Staff

Our student staff are the heart of i3. They bring fresh perspectives, technical skills, and a passion for innovation that drives our projects forward. From app development to research support, they make it happen.

Victoria Brey

Student Web Developer

Lauren Busavage

Student Web Developer

Kelis Clarke

Student UI/UX Designer

Ryan Cohutt

Student UI/UX Designer

Maggie Danielewicz

Student Web Developer

Luna Gonzalez

Student Illustrator

Soonwoo Kwon

Student Web Developer

Aaron Mark

Student Web Developer

Shium Mashud

Student Software Engineer

Kailey Moore

Student UI/UX Designer

Emelia Salmon

Student UI/UX Designer

William Shostak

Student Software Developer

Our Faculty Advisors

Our faculty advisors are the backbone of i3, providing invaluable guidance and support. They bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our team, helping us navigate challenges and seize opportunities.

Interested in becoming a faculty advisor? Connect with us to learn more about how you can get involved.

Brian Daley

Assistant Professor in Residence, Digital Media Design

Michael Vertefeuille

Faculty Advisor - DMD

i3 Alumni

Alumni from our programs are now working at leading tech firms like Meta and Google, at mission-driven nonprofits, museums, startups, and even other universities, carrying the knowledge, confidence, and experience they gained here into every corner of the industry.

See Our Alumni