Josh Garofalo

I believe that technology, particularly digital technology, will be the tool that helps us find solutions to the big problems such as healthcare and education. My goal is to play a role in this revolution as a knowledge worker and entrepreneur.

I am a devoted lifelong learner, and can become interested in just about anything that I am not familiar with. I always have a book on the go, whether it is in business, science, philosophy, biography, or something else entirely. I believe that exposing one's self to a variety of disciplines is an excellent way to foster creative thinking, and subsequently, creative solutions.

I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Waterloo, focusing on human psycholoy and physiology. I went on to complete my Master of Digital Experience Innovation degree at the University of Waterloo in August 2013. During my time as a graduate student, I was a researcher with the Games Institute (IMMERSe). My research evaluated consumer grade EEG devices and other technology as a means for communication, learning, and entertainment for those who have suffered a stroke, paralysis, or other movement disorder.

After graduating, I joined a startup that I completed my final project with full-time. Here, my resonsibilities have ranged from inbound and outbound marketing, copywriting, market research, customer success, and user research.

If you feel like there might be some synergy between ourselves and interests, do not hesitate to connect!