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
ADVISOR, 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 fourth year, this year as 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, COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS TEAM
Tori Stratton is from San Diego, California and currently lives in Phoenix, Arizona where she works as a Benefits Analyst for HUB International. In 2022, she obtained her bachelor's degree in mathematics and a certificate in informatics from Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University (ASU). In her free time, Tori enjoys working out, trying new recipes, and cheering on her favorite sports teams.
This is Tori's fourth year with Piece of the Pi, and she loves that it has introduced her to so many talented and driven individuals. 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
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 a Consultant with CBIZ Optumas, an actuarial consulting firm operating primarily in the Medicaid space, 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, skiing, or joining a spin class, or at home cooking and reading with her cat, Nelly.
This is Lea's third year involved with Piece of the Pi, this year as a leader 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, INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Marilyn Ghazoul is from Paradise Valley, Arizona. She graduated Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University (ASU) with a bachelor’s degree in psychological sciences. During her time at ASU, Marilyn worked as a Research Assistant for the Genes, Environment, Youth, and Development Lab at ASU. Most recently, Marilyn has found a love for the schooling environment after working at a preschool conducting developmental assessments with children. She is now working full-time as a second grade teacher and is pursuing a master’s degree in elementary education. In the future, she is looking at pursuing a Ph.D. to conduct assessments and consuming work for public school districts. Marilyn also loves to cook, workout, and hangout with family and friends.
Marilyn is so excited to work with Piece of the Pi for a second year, this year as a leader of 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 continue her passion of educating young children, especially young girls, about STEM.
Marilyn ghazoul
LEADER, CAMPUS OUTREACH TEAM
From South Texas, Katie Weaver is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University (ASU) double majoring in Environmental Science and Civic Economic Thought and Leadership. She is also an Instructional Aide for introductory geology courses for the School of Math and Natural Sciences. Following her graduation in May 2025, she will be a Liberty and Learning Fellow for The Fund for American Studies and will be interning in Washington D.C. before pursuing her master’s degree in Environmental Resource Management. She looks forward to bridging environmental and energy science with policy and national security.
Katie is excited to be a part of Piece of the Pi for a second year 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
CAMPUS OUTREACH TEAM
Katie Schiller was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. She currently works as a Criminal Defense Paralegal at a law firm in Downtown Phoenix. For her undergraduate degree, she attended Arizona State University (ASU), specifically Barrett the Honors College, to study Business Law. She received her degree this past spring and has been working the past year in the criminal law field. Katie plans to apply to law school in the next year to pursue a career in business or criminal law. In her free time, she likes to rock climb, read, and go on trips with friends.
Katie is excited for her second year on the Piece of the Pi team. 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
CAMPUS OUTREACH TEAM
Megan Paparotti is from San Jose, California, and is currently a senior at Arizona State University (ASU) pursuing her bachelor's degree in chemical engineering; she will graduate in May 2025. She loves staying busy, and is involved in a number of on-campus groups such as Sigma Kappa, The American Institute of Chemical Engineers, Omega Chi Epsilon: a chemical engineering honors society for which she serves as President. In her free time, you can find Megan reading, working out, or playing pickleball.
This is Megan's second 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
CAMPUS OUTREACH TEAM
Lacey Mason is from Gilbert, Arizona but grew up in Saskatchewan, Canada. She is a senior studying Chemical Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU), and she serves as the Vice President of the upcoming OXE ASU Chemical Engineering Honor’s Society at ASU. She works as an engineering intern at Intel and will join the company as a full-time hire following her graduation next May. Lacey has always been passionate about academics with a gift in maths and sciences. In her spare time you can find her hiking, traveling, and visiting plant nurseries to add another cactus to her plant collection.
This is Lacey’s first year working with Piece of the Pi, and she can’t wait for the amazing experience and opportunity to contribute to the community. She is also excited to network will all of the talented members of Piece of the Pi, and stay close to her passion in STEM by helping other young women learn about the wonderful opportunities that STEM can provide.
lacey mason
CAMPUS OUTREACH TEAM
Aya Osman is from Gilbert, Arizona. She is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, will be graduating this year, and plans on completing a master’s degree shortly after. On campus, she is currently doing undergraduate research with Dr. Español from the Mathematical and Statistical Sciences Department; she is using linear algebra and software like MATLAB and Python to analyze and categorize global cultural data. She is also a mentee in the International Association of Black Actuaries (IABA) and hopes to be a mentor herself in the near future. Beyond her academics, she works as a Teaching Assistant at Whitman Elementary, where she works with second-graders and provides one on one tutoring. She will soon be completing a summer internship at Segal as an Actuarial Intern. In her free time, Aya enjoys roller skating, anime, and tennis.
Aya looks forward to her first year with Piece of the Pi, this year serving on the Campus Outreach team.
AYA OSMAN
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS 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 for a second year, and hopes to show that STEM is for anyone, especially girls!
emma royster
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS TEAM
Born and raised in Chandler, Arizona, Kinsey Turk is an Actuary 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 received her Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS) designation in May 2024. When she is not studying for her fellow exams, Kinsey is busy wrangling her three cats, reading, and taking barre classes.
This is Kinsey's second year volunteering with Piece of the Pi, where she will serve on the Community Partnerships 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
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS TEAM
Noel Steinbeck is from Scottsdale, Arizona and is in her second year at Arizona State University (ASU), pursuing a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science and a minor in Spanish. She is actively pursuing accreditation from the Society of Actuaries (SOA) and/or the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS), and recently passed the Financial Mathematics (FM) exam. Noel is involved in various on-campus organizations such as Phi Sigma Rho, Gamma Iota Sigma (an actuarial club), and the Newman Center. This summer, Noel will travel to Hartford, Connecticut to work as an intern in the Actuarial Leadership Development program at Travelers Insurance.
This is Noel’s third year with Piece of the Pi, and she is excited to see the organization grow each year. 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
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS TEAM
Brisa Silis Gomez is from Phoenix, Arizona and is an undergraduate studying actuarial science at Arizona State University (ASU). She currently works part-time as an Analyst at Edrington Health Consulting (EHC), a Health Management Associates (HMA) Company. 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 second year with Piece of the Pi. 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
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS TEAM
Jessica Ta is from Buckeye, Arizona and is currently a senior at Arizona State University studying Health Sciences with a minor in Fashion. On campus, she serves as the Vice President of the ASU Pre-PA Club, as an active member of Pi Beta Phi, and as an Undergraduate Research Assistant. She works as a Medical Assistant at a pediatric clinic where she manages their social media; this role has shaped her goal to become a Physician Assistant, specifically with a focus on pediatrics.
Jessica is excited to join Piece of the Pi for the first time this year. She has always been interested in science and health and is eager to share her passion for STEM. As a first generation college student, POTP stands for everything she believes in and she feels so lucky to be able to join the team. She aims to inspire young girls, especially first generation students like herself, to explore health fields.
JESSICA TA
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS TEAM
Janna Hynds was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. Despite growing up in a landlocked state, she found a love and passion for ocean conservation. For her undergraduate career, she pursued every marine related class, lab, and opportunity she could. She is now a master’s student at Arizona State University (ASU), pursuing coral reef research in Arizona and in partnership with the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS). This past summer she presented her research at a coral reef conference in Italy, and she conducted experiments in Bermuda for three months. She feels lucky enough to have the opportunity to pursue something she is passionate about, and following completion of her degree, she wants to continue to work towards ocean conservation in any avenue that presents itself. Aside from fieldwork and education, she is a yoga instructor and loves to practice, try new restaurants and shops with friends, cooking, and going on hikes!
This is Janna’s second year with Piece of the Pi, this year on the Community Partnerships team.
janna hynds
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 for a second year and bring her passion of community engagement and empowerment.
emily schramm
CORPORATE OUTREACH TEAM
Jonathan Kiperman is from Scottsdale, Arizona, and has earned bachelor's and master's degrees in actuarial science from Arizona State University (ASU). Following the completion of his degrees, Jon began his career at United Healthcare, where he continues his work on the Community and State team as a Medical Economics Consultant. When he is not working, Jon loves making time for travel, cooking new recipes, and playing with his two dogs, Bisbee and Winslow.
Math had always been Jon's favorite subject growing up. That love culminated in an actuarial science degree and three years as part of the actuarial science fraternity at ASU, Gamma Iota Sigma (GIS). During his two years as Treasurer, the club began a high school outreach program where Jon discovered a love for igniting students' passions for math and other STEM fields. Jon is excited to be part of Piece of the Pi for his first year, serving on the Corporate Outreach team.
jon kiperman
CORPORATE OUTREACH TEAM
Bella Thiel is from Milwaukee, Wisconsin and moved to Phoenix, Arizona in August 2024. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with undergraduate degrees in actuarial science and risk management and insurance. She currently works as an Actuarial Analyst for Allstate. Bella is passionate about creating an actuarial science community, especially one that is inclusive to women. She has created her own YouTube channel and LinkedIn posts dedicated to actuarial science content. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, yoga, being outdoors, dogsitting, playing music, and spending time with family and friends.
This is Bella's first year with Piece of the Pi. She hopes to grow POTP's impact, inspire young women, and make connections with other like-minded women!
bella thiel
INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT 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 second year 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
INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT 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 Actuarial 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 second 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
INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT 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 for a second year 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. 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 the common self-doubt feeling most STEM students experience.
olivia braymiller
INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Jasmine Kentel-Rodriguez is in her final semester of her undergraduate studies majoring in Chemical Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU). She currently works as a respite care provider as she pursues her studies her studies. Jasmine aspires to one day become a Chemical Engineer in the cosmetic field and hopes to eventually have her own company. In her spare time, she loves to garden, watch movies, and spend time with loved ones!
This is Jasmine’s first year working with Piece of the Pi, this year on the Internal Development team.
jasmine KENTel-rodriguez
MARKETING TEAM
Scout Leigh is from Phoenix, Arizona and is a freshman at California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) studying mechatronics engineering. In high school, she was an active member of her Robotics Club and previously served as a High School Ambassador for Piece of the Pi.
This is Scout’s third year with Piece of the Pi, assisting the Marketing team this year remotely from California. 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
Marcy Kent recently graduated from Arizona State University (ASU) with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and begins her pursuit of a master’s degree in secondary education in May 2025. She will also be part of the 2025 Teach for America Corps starting in the fall. Marcy loves working out, traveling, and spending time with her friends!
This is Marcy’s second year participating in Piece of The Pi, and she is so excited to continue to be a part of it! Through her experience with tutoring, volunteering in high school summer school, and studying mathematics, 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
MARKETING TEAM
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 for a second 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 TEAM
Bhavana Giridar, from Tempe, Arizona, is graduating with a bachelor’s in actuarial science from Arizona State University (ASU) in December 2024 and will continue her studies in ASU’s Master of Science in Actuarial Science program. She is also part of the Social Media Committee for Gamma Iota Sigma (GIS @ ASU), a professional actuarial science fraternity. Bhavana has interned at Centene Corporation as a Medicaid Actuarial Intern and will begin an actuarial internship at Edrington Health Consulting (EHC), a Health Management Associates (HMA) Company, this summer. In her free time, she enjoys drawing, cooking, and dancing.
Bhavana is passionate about STEM outreach and excited to contribute to Piece of the Pi's mission. She believes in encouraging more women to pursue STEM careers, and hopes her involvement will help create a supportive environment for women in STEM.
bhavana giridar
MARKETING TEAM
Alicia Negrete is from Arizona and has always had a passion for creativity and connection. She graduated from the University of Arizona with a bachelor’s degree in Care, Health, and Society and a minor in Psychology. Currently, Alicia works in social media and marketing at Two Six Media Group, where she helps brands tell their stories and engage with their audiences in meaningful ways. A dedicated vegetarian, Alicia loves traveling and exploring new cultures in her spare time. When she’s not working or planning her next adventure, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, who inspire her every day. Passionate about authentic storytelling, Alicia strives to make a positive impact in every project she takes on.
This is Alicia’s first year working with Piece of the Pi, where she contributes her creativity to the Marketing team efforts.
alicia negrete
MARKETING TEAM
Alexa Topolosek is an Arizona native and will be graduating in May of 2025 with her bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences and a minor in global health from Arizona State University (ASU). Upon graduating, she will be applying to medical school to matriculate in 2026. She works as a Medical Assistant at a primary care clinic, Arrowhead Health Centers. She is also the founder and President of MEDLIFE at ASU, a student organization partnered with the non-profit MEDLIFE that aims to make health care accessible to all people. In her free time, Alexa enjoys working out, cooking, watching reality television, and spending time with family and friends.
This is Alexa's first time working with Piece of the Pi. She is passionate about STEM education, as she feels her experiences in school and STEM helped spark her career aspiration of being a physician. She believes that education is foundational for future success, and hopes that by making STEM education more accessible to Arizona youth, they will be pushed to find their passions and achieve their goals.
alexa topolosek
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