THE TEAM
FOUNDER & PRESIDENT
Ainsley Ramsey is from Scottsdale, Arizona and has been passionate about math for as long as she can remember. For years, Ainsley would memorize and recite hundreds of digits of pi (3.14...) every year on Pi Day (03/14). Each year she set a goal of reciting one hundred more digits than she did the previous year. In 2021 she founded the Piece of the Pi fundraiser to transform a personal hobby into something that could impact others in a meaningful way.
Ainsley graduated with bachelor's and master's degrees in actuarial science from Arizona State University (ASU) in 2020. She is currently an Actuarial Consultant at Edrington Health Consulting (EHC), a Health Management Associates (HMA) company, and is pursuing actuarial accreditation from the Society of Actuaries (SOA). She is passionate about celebrating the power and importance of women in the STEM field, particularly in the mathematics field.
In celebration of the 2023 Piece of the Pi fundraiser, Ainsley recited 1,000 digits of pi from memory!
Ainsley Ramsey
LEADER, CORPORATE OUTREACH TEAM
Lily Gabric is from Chicago, Illinois and obtained undergraduate and master’s degrees in actuarial science from Arizona State University (ASU). Lily is currently working towards obtaining her PhD in Statistics at ASU while she also is pursuing one of her central passions: teaching an undergraduate actuarial science course. In addition to teaching, Lily conducts research on actuarial related topics such as developing a graphical risk metric for natural hedging and investigating discrimination-free insurance pricing. In her free time, Lily enjoys reading and playing with her cat, Luna.
Lily is ecstatic to be involved with Piece of the Pi for her third year as a part of the Corporate Outreach team. She believes that exposure to a vast variety of STEM related topics and fields can help young students find their passion, as she did for mathematics at a young age.
Lily Gabric
LEADER, LOCAL OUTREACH TEAM
Tori Stratton is from San Diego, California and has been passionate about math for as long as she can remember. She obtained her bachelor's degree in mathematics and a certificate in informatics from Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University (ASU), and currently works as a Group Life and Disability Insurance Underwriter for New York Life in Phoenix, AZ. In her free time, Tori enjoys teaching spin classes, going to concerts, and cheering on her favorite sports teams.
This is Tori's third year with Piece of the Pi, and she loves that it has introduced her to so many kind and intelligent women. She has been extremely inspired by the growth of the organization and cannot wait to see what is accomplished this year. Her goal is to encourage young women to ignite, celebrate, and explore their passion for STEM.
Tori Stratton
ADVISOR, MARKETING & EDUCATION
Sofia Blavatsky is an Arizona native who is driven by her insatiable love for education. To her, mathematics spans beyond the classroom, and the qualities obtained through mathematical thinking translate to real-world problem solving. Sofia believes Piece of the Pi can help children see the beauty in STEM thinking and inspire them to pursue related opportunities.
Sofia graduated with concurrent degrees in mathematics and business data analytics from Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University (ASU). Outside of school, she voluntarily taught at Valencia Newcomer School and especially loved teaching math to middle schoolers. She is currently based in Seattle, Washington, where she works as a Business Analyst at Amazon Web Services (AWS). She hopes to continue to mentor children, especially young women, by sharing the importance of STEM education.
Sofia Blavatsky
LEADER, INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Lea Petit is from Scottsdale, Arizona, and graduated in 2023 from Arizona State University (ASU) with a master’s degree in actuarial science. She is currently an Actuarial Analyst at Aetna/CVS Health, and is actively pursuing accreditation with the Society of Actuaries (SOA). She is passionate about math and its applications to healthcare, and has previous research experience in examining potential solutions to lowering the United States' healthcare spending. In her free time, you can find her out hiking or at a spin class, or at home cooking and reading with her cat, Nelly.
This is Lea's second year involved with Piece of the Pi, this year as part of the Internal Development team. She has fostered a lifelong love of math and is proud to do her part in removing barriers to STEM education for children that share that passion. In addition, she hopes through her work she can be an example to the young girls in her family and beyond to pursue their passions in STEM fields!
Lea PETIT
LEADER, CORPORATE OUTREACH TEAM
Hayley Osterkorn is from Chicago, Illinois and graduated with a master’s degree in actuarial science from Arizona State University (ASU) in May 2023. Following graduation, she joined UnitedHealth Group as an Actuarial Analyst in the Actuarial Leadership Development Program. In college, she was involved with the Kappa Chapter of Gamma Iota Sigma (GIS), a professional actuarial science fraternity, for several years and volunteered with the Network of Actuarial Women and Allies (NAWA). Outside her profession, Hayley enjoys listening to music and going on walks with her dog, Ziggy.
This is Hayley’s second year with Piece of the Pi, this year as a Co-Leader of our Corporate Outreach team. She is excited to be getting involved again with Piece of the Pi because she remembers the interest in STEM that was sparked in her as a young student through programs at her school. She hopes that the programs the fundraiser supports will likewise encourage students in Arizona to pursue STEM with a passion.
Hayley Osterkorn
LEADER, LOCAL OUTREACH TEAM
From Scottsdale, Arizona, Emily Stabilito is a senior studying civic and economic thought and leadership with a minor in international business from Arizona State University (ASU). She is passionate about uplifting local communities through research, projects, and volunteerism, and asking the questions that will lead to a better future for all of us. Since her freshman year, Emily has been heavily involved in ASU campus initiatives, organizations, campaigns, and councils.
She currently serves as an Account Manager for the Dove team at Adworks, ASU's student advertising agency. This is her second year on Piece of the Pi, this year as a leader on the Local Outreach team, and watching it grow and change has been one of the great joys of her college experience!
Emily Stabilito
LEADER, INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Spencer Green is from Phoenix, Arizona and recently graduated from Arizona State University (ASU) with a bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences. She works full-time as the lead medical scribe/clinical coordinator at Arizona Heart Arrhythmia Associates. She was recently accepted to medical school and will be an incoming M.D. candidate in the Fall of 2024. Spencer enjoys spending her free time hiking, cooking, running, and trying new coffee shops.
This is Spencer's first time working with Piece of the Pi, serving as a leader on our Internal Development team for this year. She feels grateful to have gained an early exposure to science and medical activities and believes this is what sparked her initial motivation to pursue a career in medicine. Through Piece of the Pi, she hopes to provide young women experiences they can look back on as inspiration to go into STEM related fields.
Spencer Green
LEADER, EDUCATION TEAM
Originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, Emma Royster graduated from Arizona State University (ASU) with bachelor’s degrees in neuroscience and biomedical sciences. During her time as an undergraduate, Emma participated in public health research, focusing on the molecular genetics and evolution of transmissible disease and vectors.
Following graduation, Emma continued her research in academia in addition to working in a microbiology lab. Currently, Emma works in the medical technology industry, creating 3D models for neurosurgical planning, patient education, and intraoperative navigation using augmented reality. Emma is a certified yoga instructor, and spends her free time staying active, reading, and hanging out with her cats. She is so excited to be a part of the Piece of the Pi Education team this year, and hopes to show that STEM is for anyone, especially girls!
EMMA ROYSTER
ADVISOR, MARKETING & EDUCATION
Courtney Wiatt is a high school English teacher in Gilbert, Arizona. She is a graduate of Arizona State University (ASU) who has interned and taught at various school districts across the valley. She is passionate about making education accessible, exciting, and applicable to all students. She believes every student deserves the opportunity to explore their interests and learn.
Courtney became involved with Piece of the Pi this year because she resonates with the mission to help students everywhere. While her specialty is not in STEM education, she has observed many of her students thriving when offered the chance to research, inquire, and explore the STEM field, and wants to encourage that even further through Piece of the Pi. Ensuring all schools have the resources to provide different student organizations, like “Girls in STEM” clubs or student research programs, is Courtney’s goal and she is proud to be part of such a great cause.
COURTNEY WIATT
MARKETING & CORPORATE OUTREACH TEAMS
Katie Schiller is from Phoenix, Arizona and is an honors student studying business law at Arizona State University (ASU). She works part-time as a law clerk at a criminal defense firm in Downtown Phoenix. Upon graduation, she will be working at the firm as a full-time Administrative Assistant. Katie also plans to apply to law school in the next year to pursue a career in business law. In her free time, she likes to rock climb, read, and go on trips with friends.
Katie is excited to start her first year on the Piece of the Pi team. She is involved in the Corporate Outreach and Marketing teams. Katie helped the Marketing team by creating this year’s t-shirt, sweatshirt, and tote bag designs, and she helped the Corporate Outreach team to help spread the word about Piece of the Pi’s mission. She is looking forward to doing her part to help advance an organization that advances awareness and accessibility to STEM education programs. Her hope is that through Piece of the Pi, she can provide children throughout Arizona with the opportunity to explore STEM education.
KATIE SCHILLER
LOCAL OUTREACH TEAM
Gina Gilkey is from Plymouth, Minnesota, and is a Senior Actuarial Analyst at Centene Corporation, supporting two health plans within the Medicaid line of business. She obtained her actuarial science degree from Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University (ASU) and is pursuing actuarial accreditation from the Society of Actuaries (SOA). In her free time, Gina regularly enjoys yoga at indoor yoga sculpt classes as well as outdoor community flow events.
Gina recognizes her fortune in being made aware of the actuarial career path as only a junior in high school through a Career Search course. Through Piece of the Pi, she hopes to chip away at the awareness barrier into the STEM field and bring the same opportunity and inspiration she was given in high school to other young students.
GINA GILKEY
LOCAL OUTREACH TEAM
Marija Knezevic was born in Belgrade, Serbia and moved to Scottsdale, Arizona with her family when she was only 11 months old. She got her undergraduate degree in civil engineering and now works as an Aviation Engineer, designing airports around the country. In her downtime, Marija finds joy in simple pleasures. She loves experimenting with new recipes, getting lost in the pages of a good book, traveling to new and exciting destinations, and going to concerts with her friends and family.
This year, Marija is diving into her first adventure with Piece of the Pi. Growing up, she spent countless hours exploring Arizona Science Center (ASC), so the organization's mission truly speaks to her heart. She hopes that her contributions will help another kid experience the magic of ASC, sparking a lifelong love for science and discovery.
MARija Knezevic
LOCAL OUTREACH TEAM
Angela Minneci is from Phoenix, Arizona and is in her final semester of her undergraduate studies, majoring in kinesiology at Arizona State University (ASU). She works as a Physical Therapist (PT) Technician at Foothills Sports Therapy and aspires to become a PT in the future. She plans on applying to PT schools within the year. Angela’s hobbies include pilates, running, and spending time with her family and friends.
Angela is thrilled to be part of Piece of the Pi this year, specifically as part of the Local Outreach team. Angela has always had an interest in science and is so grateful to be part of an organization that promotes STEM education accessibility for Arizona kids!
aNGELA MINNECI
LOCAL OUTREACH TEAM
Megan Paparotti is from San Jose, California, and is currently a junior at Arizona State University (ASU) pursuing her bachelor's degree in chemical engineering. Megan previously served on the executive council for Sigma Kappa at ASU as Vice President of Risk Management, and currently works at the Sun Devil Fitness Complex as a Membership Services Supervisor. In her free time, you can find Megan reading, working out, or playing pickleball.
This is Megan's first time working with Piece of the Pi and she is extremely excited to be a part of the team. Megan herself was inspired to pursue a career in engineering because of the unwavering support of her family, and she hopes to inspire others to love STEM too! She is looking forward to seeing the impact Piece of the Pi can make on her community!
MEGAN PAPAROTTI
LOCAL OUTREACH TEAM
Noel Steinbeck is an International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma graduate from Desert Mountain High School in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is a freshman pursuing her bachelor’s degree in actuarial science from Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University (ASU). She currently works with kids at Horizon Community Center in Scottsdale, and while she is about ready to start looking for opportunities in the actuarial field, she is grateful for the opportunity to get paid to play dodgeball! In her free time, Noel likes to watch movies, play piano, and get involved in her community through various organizations such as Phi Sigma Rho, Gamma Iota Sigma, and the Newman Center at ASU.
This is Noel’s second year with Piece of the Pi, and she is excited to work in a new position this year as a member of the Local Outreach team. She has had a love and passion for math ever since connecting with her math teacher in sixth grade. She looks forward to being able to help share her passion with other young people who may not have such a strong female figure to look up to within the STEM field.
NOEL STEINBECK
MARKETING TEAM
Moreta Findler earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematical science from the University of Houston-Clear Lake. In 2023, she earned a master’s degree in actuarial science from Arizona State University (ASU). She currently works as an Analyst at Edrington Health Consulting (EHC), a Health Management Associates (HMA) company. Outside of work and studying for actuarial exams, Moreta enjoys puzzles, watching soccer, and cuddling with her cats, Luna and Violet.
This is Moreta’s first year volunteering with Piece of the Pi. She hopes that the programs at Arizona Science Center can inspire and empower kids to get involved in STEM fields. Growing up, math was always her favorite subject in school. Each problem was a puzzle she loved to solve and led her to the career she has now. Moreta is excited to be a part of the Piece of the Pi team, made up of so many unique and talented individuals.
Moreta findler
MARKETING TEAM
Scout Leigh is from Phoenix, Arizona and is in her senior year of high school. She’s committed to California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) for mechatronics engineering in the fall. During her free time, she enjoys napping as well as planning designs for her Robotics team.
This is Scout’s second year with Piece of the Pi, this year on the Marketing team! She is super excited to contribute to STEM education accessibility for children of all ages. Math has always been a safe space for her, and she loves spreading the opportunity to pursue STEM.
SCOUT LEIGH
MARKETING TEAM
Chanel Reyes is a high school senior from Phoenix, Arizona who has many years of CGI experience, preparing her for a job in the design field. Technology and design have always been a field of interest for her, making Piece of the Pi a wonderful organization to volunteer for.
Chanel is onboard with Piece of the Pi for her first year, working on social media promotion and computer generated artwork as part of the Marketing team. Her goal is to share the message that women can be powerhouses and achieve anything they set their minds to, as she started with just inspiration and no design experience, and went on to teach herself the ways of CGI & 3D modeling work.
CHANEL REYES
CORPORATE OUTREACH TEAM
Emily Schramm is originally from Chicago, Illinois, and relocated to Arizona in 2016 to pursue her education at Arizona State University (ASU). In 2020, she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences (neurobiology, physiology, and behavior), accompanied by a minor in business. Her academic journey culminated in an honors thesis exploring her personal journey with Hemiplegic Migraines and preventative medicine. Currently, Emily is employed as a Diagnostic Specialist at Hologic, a global medical technology company renowned for its dedication to advancing women’s health. Day-to-day, she collaborates with healthcare providers in her community to protect patients against cervical cancer and infertility. In her remaining free time, Emily can often be found curled up with her cat, Stella, reading on her Kindle, or catching up on episodes of The Bachelor.
Emily is excited to join Piece of the Pi this year and bring her passion of community engagement and empowerment. As a member of the Corporate Outreach team, Emily advocates for increased funding for STEM opportunities, championing a brighter future for children’s education.
EMILY SCHRAMM
EDUCATION TEAM
Olivia Braymiller is from Chandler, Arizona and is currently an undergraduate student at Arizona State University (ASU) completing her bachelors degree in biomedical sciences with a minor in human nutrition. She enjoys keeping herself busy, and is involved on campus in numerous clubs such as Pi Beta Phi, AED: a pre-health club, and Pre-PA Club. She hopes to attend a Physician Assistant program following graduation. In her free time she enjoys quality time with her friends and family!
Olivia is eager to be a part of Piece of the Pi because she has always had a passion for science and credits that to her introduction into higher-level science courses in middle school. She understands the struggles accompanied with the competitive nature of a pre-health major. Being on the Education team, she hopes to spark that same passion she experienced in students and encourage them to immerse themselves in STEM education all while assuring their capability to succeed by limiting that common self-doubt feeling most STEM students experience.
OLIVIA BRAYMILLER
EDUCATION TEAM
Venus Kapadia is from Gilbert, Arizona and is a senior studying biology, neuroscience, and English literature at Arizona State University (ASU). Upon graduation, she will be applying to medical school. She works with the Human Pangenome Reference Consortium and the Global Alliance for Genomics and Health, working on creating the world’s first complete and biologically diverse human genome. Venus likes to spend her free time reading and traveling.
Venus is excited to be involved with Piece of the Pi for the first time, this year on our Education team. She has found fun and intrigue in the biological world throughout her life and is looking forward to doing her part in an organization that advances awareness of STEM and its importance to a large number of people. Her hope is that through Piece of the Pi she can inspire children, especially young girls, to pursue their passions in STEM fields!
VENUS KAPADIA
EDUCATION TEAM
Marcy Kent is a senior at Arizona State University (ASU) studying mathematics. After graduation, she plans to pursue a master’s degree in secondary education. When she is not in school, Marcy loves working out, traveling, and spending time with her friends! Once she completes her master’s, she plans to become a high school math teacher.
This is Marcy’s first year participating in Piece of The Pi, and she is so excited to be a part of it! She is on the Education team and cannot wait for our Education event at Arizona Science Center. She believes it is incredibly important for kids to get the chance to learn more about STEM, as STEM has been such an influential part of her own life. She is thrilled to be part of a fundraising team of women that is able to introduce STEM fields to kids!
mARCY KENT
EDUCATION TEAM
Brisa Silis Gomez is from Phoenix, Arizona and is an undergraduate studying actuarial science at Arizona State University (ASU). She serves as a research assistant at the School of Transborder Studies and starts her actuarial internship at Edrington Health Consulting (EHC), a Health Management Associates (HMA) Company this summer. In her free time, Brisa enjoys spending time with her dogs, watching her favorite anime, and playing different instruments such as piano and guitar.
This is Brisa's first year with Piece of the Pi. She is a member of the Education Team and has been instrumental in planning our first sponsored Girls In STEM Workshop at Arizona Science Center. As a first generation student, she understands the challenges faced by those from immigrant households, and she hopes to leverage her role in Piece of the Pi to inspire young students from similar backgrounds to pursue a career in STEM.
BRISA SILIS GOMEZ
INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, Emma Rao is an early-career professional passionate about mathematics and its actuarial applications in the healthcare industry. She recently graduated from Arizona State University (ASU) with a master’s degree in actuarial science and currently works as a full-time Actuarial Analyst at Edrington Health Consulting (EHC), a Health Management Associates (HMA) Company, located in Scottsdale, Arizona. In her leisure time, Emma enjoys reading, spending time with her friends, and staying active.
Emma is excited to be involved with Piece of the Pi for the first time, this year on the Internal Development Team. She has always loved mathematics and enjoys sharing the beauty of math with others. Through her role in Piece of the Pi, she aspires to help inspire others to pursue their passions in STEM, and hopes she can demonstrate to the next generation that STEM fields can be rewarding and exciting!
EMMA RAO
INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Marilyn Ghazoul is from Paradise Valley, Arizona. She recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science in psychological sciences in December 2023 from Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University (ASU). Marilyn is working as a Research Assistant for the Genes, Environment, Youth, and Development Lab at ASU. Additionally, she is working at a preschool as the After-School Coordinator assisting in developmental assessments children ages three to six. She is currently interviewing for clinical Ph.D. programs with the hopes of working in a research-intensive institution. Marilyn also loves to cook, workout, and hangout with family and friends.
Marilyn is so excited to work with Piece of the Pi this year on the Internal Development team. With her experience in a school, she has become very passionate about the education system, especially disseminating STEM education to children and adolescents in underserved and underrepresented communities. She cannot wait to be a part of Piece of the Pi to continue her passion of educating young children, especially young girls, about STEM.
MaRILYN GHAZOUL
INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Morgan Mullenmeister grew up in Cave Creek, Arizona and graduated from Arizona State University (ASU) last May with a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science and a minor in Spanish. She works for CBIZ Optumas, an actuarial firm specializing in Medicaid consulting. In her free time, Morgan enjoys working out at Orange Theory, working on her golf skills, and watching Emma Stone movies or Vanderpump Rules.
This is Morgan’s first year being a part of Piece of the Pi, this year on the Internal Development team. As a long-time lover of mathematics, Morgan hopes that she can help Piece of the Pi motivate young girls with a passion in STEM to pursue their interests, as well as inform any fellow math fanatics on the wide variety of career opportunities that they can pursue.
mORGAN MULLENMEISTER
INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Born and raised in Chandler, Arizona, Kinsey Turk is an Actuarial Assistant for Allstate. Before entering the industry, she studied at Arizona State University (ASU), where she received her master's and bachelor's degrees in actuarial science. Kinsey sat for her first actuarial exam in the summer of 2018, and after many failures and thousands of hours spent studying, she is thrilled to be receiving her Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS) designation in May. When she is not studying, Kinsey is busy wrangling her three cats, reading, and taking barre classes.
This is Kinsey's first year volunteering with Piece of the Pi, where she will serve on the Internal Development team. Growing up, Kinsey did not believe a career in math was possible without being a teacher or researcher—both of which did little to excite her. It wasn't until the summer before starting at ASU that Kinsey found actuarial science and recommitted herself to a future in math! She hopes that through Piece of the Pi, she can increase young women's awareness of the various STEM fields available to them.
KINSEY TURK
INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
From South Texas, Katie Weaver is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University (ASU) studying atmospheric and environmental science within ASU's Earth and Space Exploration program with a minor in civic economic thought and leadership. Outside of school, Katie has worked for Lululemon as an in-house seamstress now as an educator. She is also one of their three IDEA (inclusion, diversity, equity, action) leaders, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and community service opportunities within the store!
Katie is excited to be a part of Piece of the Pi because she is passionate about learning! Growing up, she loved to explore nature and space with her dad, and she wants to spread the love and curiosity she found for STEM with future generations! Katie is so excited to have the opportunity to work with an amazing initiative to inspire STEM futures within Arizona!
KATIE WEAVER
FORMER CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Katelyn Tse is from San Jose, California and is currently a senior at Arizona State University (ASU) pursing a bachelor’s degree in business data analytics. She has experience working as a Multimedia Production Assistant for EdPlus at ASU, and she recently completed her Operations Content Development internship with Apple. At ASU she has been involved with the Iota Xi chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi, a professional business fraternity, as well as the Film Photography Club.
Katelyn worked with Piece of the Pi in 2023 as our Creative Director. She designed our 2023 merchandise (t-shirts, sweatshirts, and stickers), and the stickers she designed last year are being sold again in 2024! She also had an essential role in our 2023 social media and website. We are so grateful to Katelyn for applying her creative vision and ambition to our cause last year, and for building such a strong foundation for our organization’s marketing capabilities!