Ed is Barnabas Robotics' CEO and Chief Encourager. He has worked in technology start-ups for over 15 years, where he began as a hardware engineer and later transitioned to business development in the commercial robotics industry. He has extensive experience leading teams in design, operations, and business development in domestic and international markets. In 2014, Ed left the commercial robotics industry to co-found Barnabas Robotics with his wife/business partner. He began teaching robotics as a way to empower youth and share a message of hope through technology and education. He is passionate about helping kids learn more about themselves through both technical education and social and emotional learning.  Edward has 8 years of experience in S.T.E.A.M. via teaching, training and curriculum writing.