Itzel Estrada

Goal-driven leader with a passion for diabetes management and innovation. Demonstrated expertise in marketing, sales, and business development. Exceptional networking, leadership, and team management skills. Thrives on embracing new challenges and actively seeks bold opportunities to create a lasting impact. Committed to making a difference in the field of diabetes management. Aspires to deliver a TEDx Talk to share insights and inspire others.

• Team Lead/ Founder (NAT), Developed a non-invasive glucose monitoring device utilizing NASA's technology. Oversaw project strategy, coordinated team efforts, and ensured the delivery of a comprehensive pitch deck for the NASA MITTIC Challenge. Focused on integrating innovative technology, market research, and strategic planning to target healthcare insurance companies and consumers.
• Entrepreneurship Society: President, Led group by organizing meetings, inviting founder speakers, and creating and leading workshops on the business model canvas. Ensured team organization and collaborated with other on-campus organizations to enhance the program's impact.
• Associated Students Recreation & Wellness Commission Representative, Led wellness initiatives, including organizing a successful Mental Health Week. Served as the student voice, increased gym membership activations by 15%, and built a strong, motivated team.

• NASA MITTIC Challenge, Founded a non-invasive glucose monitoring device, securing a top 10 spot in a pitch competition and a finalist position in NASA's MITTIC Challenge.
• Dean Hebert Peiffer and Dean Margery Warmer Award, This prestigious honor is awarded to two students annually who have completed 90 units and demonstrated exceptional leadership and motivation at SDSU.
• Lavin Entrepreneurship Program Student, Selected for the prestigious Lavin Entrepreneurship Program at SDSU, gaining hands-on experience in venture creation, leadership development, and innovative problem-solving. Actively collaborating with peers and industry mentors to build entrepreneurial skills and launch impactful ventures.
• Mixed Team National Archery Champion, 2022, Achieved the prestigious title of Mixed Team National Archery Champion in 2022, showcasing exceptional precision, teamwork, and competitive excellence at a national level.