Sketch of me by my talented friend Jerry HUND.
About Erik
Hey there, I'm Erik – nice to meet you! I'm all about dreaming big and making those dreams a reality. With a background that's as diverse as it gets, I've dabbled in everything from strategic development to space exploration and technology integration.
A Journey Through Innovation
Recently, at Barrios/Stellar Access, I was the guy behind the scenes, cooking up strategic initiatives to get people excited about commercial space. Whether it was forging partnerships or digging into market trends, I was all about pushing the envelope and making waves in the industry.
Before that, I had a blast at NASA Johnson Space Center, where I got to play a part in connecting astronauts with radio enthusiasts around the globe through the ARISS Ham Radio program. Plus, I got to sprinkle a little Spanish flair into NASA's content to reach even more folks.
And let's not forget my days at Academic Technologies, where I led a team in whipping up some seriously cool projects for STEM education. Think 3D Video Mapping and interactive displays – yeah, it was as fun as it sounds!
Oh, and did I mention my latest adventure? I recently wrapped up my master's in Human-Computer Interaction overseas in Stockholm, Sweden – yes, that's right, Scandinavia, land of Vikings! It was an incredible experience immersing myself in such a vibrant tech scene while surrounded by the history and charm of the Nordic lands.
Let's Dream Big Together
From space exploration to tech-driven education, I'm all about bringing innovation to life and making a real impact. So, what's next on the agenda? Let's chat and see how we can make some magic happen together.
TIMELINE
in pictures...
2023: ASCEND Conference - Las Vegas, NV
2023: Stockholm University - Stockholm, Sweden
2023: Extrality Lab Installation - Stockholm
2019: ARISS Conference - Washington, D.C.
2018: ESI AMLAT Science Fair - Chile
2017: NASA Portrait - Houston, TX
2016: Singing Pumpkins - UTEP
"Grab hold of your dreams and make them come true. For you are the key to unlocking your own magic."
Happily Ever After Fireworks Show, Magic Kingdom