Our incredible network of speakers, mentors, administrative and faculty advisors provide inspiration and support for our student prototyping teams. Browse our growing list of individuals who volunteer their time and energy to the Paseo Public Prototyping Challenge at San José State University.

Shireen Santosham
Chief Innovation Officer for Mayor Liccardo where she leads efforts to build the “smart city” vision and strategy for San José.
Oliver Chen
Startup and Innovator Enablement at Intel Corporation.
Jessica Weare
Microsoft’s Civic Technology and Community Engagement Manager, focusing on civic engagement projects in San Jose and Santa Clara County.
Sid Espinosa
Director of Philanthropy and Civic Engagement, Microsoft Silicon Valley.
Danny Harris
Knight Foundation’s San José Program Director.
Lisa Vollendorf
Dean of SJSU College of Humanities and the Arts
Jeremy Carter
Design Education Evangelist on the AEX Learning Futures team.