Meet Our Team

Leadership Team

Our executive team brings together diverse expertise in astronomy, education, technology, and nonprofit management to lead The Stellar Gateway's mission of creating pathways for underrepresented students in STEM.

Rahul Gupta

Founder & President

Executive Leadership

Rahul founded The Stellar Gateway with a vision to make astronomy accessible to students from all backgrounds. As a passionate astronomer and educator, he leads our mission to break down barriers in STEM education.

Alex Chen

Chief Technology Officer

Technology & Development

Alex leads our technology initiatives, developing innovative platforms and tools that enhance astronomy education and research capabilities for our community of students and mentors.

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Sarah Martinez

VP of Operations

Operations & Administration

Sarah oversees the day-to-day operations of our organization, ensuring smooth execution of programs and maintaining strong partnerships with educational institutions and research partners.

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Dr. David Johnson

VP of Education

Education & Curriculum

Dr. Johnson leads our educational initiatives, developing comprehensive astronomy curricula and mentorship programs that prepare students for careers in space science and research.

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Lisa Kim

VP of Research

Research & Development

Lisa coordinates our research partnerships with leading universities and institutions, facilitating collaborative projects that advance astronomical knowledge and student research opportunities.

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Michael Rodriguez

Director of Outreach

Community & Partnerships

Michael builds and maintains relationships with schools, universities, and community organizations to expand our reach and impact in promoting astronomy education and STEM opportunities.

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Emma Patel

Director of Events

Events & Programs

Emma organizes our signature events, workshops, and conferences that bring together students, researchers, and industry leaders to foster collaboration and innovation in astronomy education.