Stephanie Cooper brings over 17 years of experience in EdTech product design, shaping transformative solutions for students, teachers, and administrators across leading companies like BrainPOP, Curriculum Associates, and Amplify Education. Her expertise spans designing award-winning apps, leading design teams, and staying attuned to the latest trends in education and AI. Having participated in multiple hackathons, Stephanie thrives on the collaborative energy of cross-functional teams and is eager to offer her keen insights to help this year’s NYEdTech Hackathon participants achieve their best.

Matt Rubins is a seasoned investor and advisor with over 30 years of experience in finance, business strategy, and education technology ventures. As a General Partner at LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator, he supports startups navigating the complexities of product-market fit in the EdTech space. Matt also serves as an adjunct professor at Northeastern University, teaching entrepreneurship and mentoring early-stage companies. With a rich history of fostering innovation through venture capital and executive leadership, Matt is excited to help hackathon participants refine their ideas and bring them closer to impactful solutions.

Andrea Tejedor is a seasoned leader in EdTech innovation, with 25 years of experience spanning K-12 education, higher ed, and cybersecurity. She has guided districts in building digitally responsive ecosystems, managed multimillion-dollar budgets, and spearheaded initiatives such as securing $1M in grants for tech integration across model schools. As a consultant, professor, and former assistant superintendent, Andrea has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in education. She believes startups are the key to driving meaningful change and looks forward to applying her strategic expertise to this year's hackathon ideas.