Bio

Guido is a pioneer of the start-up industry with over 20 years of experience in problem solving and a deep passion for integrated sensing, novel monitoring, and testing solutions.

Education

Guido earned his Doctorate in Computer Science at the University of Minnesota, introducing a novel theory, methodology, and approach for human body sensing. His educational background includes a M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Minnesota, and a M.S. and a B.S. in Telecommunication Engineering from the Polytechnic of Turin and the University of Palermo respectively, in Italy.

Professional Background

Guido has led hardware and software engineering teams in start-up organizations, successfully translating concepts and ideas into prototypes and consumer-driven commercial products.

Motivation for Teaching

Guido’s passion for teaching is rooted in his extensive academic journey and enriched by over a decade of experience in the start-up industry. Guido has the goal of inspiring students to become top talents in their respective fields, equipping them with the tools and understanding needed to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of technology and innovation.

Helping Students Be Successful

Guido is committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment that actively engages students in their educational journey. By stimulating critical thinking through dynamic question-and-answer sessions, students will be encouraged to explore concepts creatively and rigorously. Building authentic relationships based on open and transparent communication will be central, and trust and respect will lay the foundation for all learning experiences.

Bio

Nirav has 20-plus years of experience developing, testing, managing and deploying software solutions. The solutions include web, mobile, and database applications using various tools, programming languages, frameworks and cloud platforms. He has applied complex concepts in his work, such as Object-oriented programming, software design patterns, and REST APIs.

Education

Nirav earned a Master of Computer Science from Colorado State University and his Master of Business Administration degree from Webster University.

Professional Background

Nirav works as a senior software developer at the University of Denver IT department helping with data integration, software implementation projects, and design and development of university-specific software solutions.

Prior to his current role, he worked in healthcare, food manufacturing, insurance, higher-ed and telecom industries in various roles as application developer, software engineer, team lead, manager and consultant.

Motivation for Teaching

Nirav has a passion for helping students learn complex computer science concepts by using easy-to-understand examples, practice vs theory differences and hands-on exercises.

Helping Students Be Successful

Nirav uses industry standard practices and methodology in his teaching, along with widely used Integrated Development Environments (IDE) tools. This sets up students well to adapt to real-life work environment.

Bio

Kyle Ennenga is a cybersecurity practitioner with more than 15 years of professional experience across technical, operational leadership, project and program management, and consulting roles. Today, he serves as a Cybersecurity Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). In this role, he provides cybersecurity subject matter expertise to an antiterrorism program.

Education

Kyle earned a B.A. in Political Science focusing on international and comparative politics from Metropolitan State University of Denver. He earned his M.S. in ICT (Information Systems Security concentration) from the University of Denver.

Professional Background

Kyle has served in technical and management roles across multiple industries, including government, consulting and financial services. This experience includes managing multi-million dollar federal I.T. contracts, and traditional I.T. project management, as well as leading a 24×7 SOC team at one of the world’s largest consulting firms. Kyle earned his Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) in 2014. Before shifting to the I.T. industry, he served in public policy roles in Washington, D.C., as well as serving elected officials at the state and county levels.

Motivation for Teaching

Kyle is a self-described news junkie and technology geek who found his calling in educating others about the threats facing critical infrastructure across the country. Kyle brings this passion for educating others to the University of Denver where he delivers a variety of educational methods that students from all backgrounds can utilize to learn and grow. Kyle believes that students learn best when they share real-world experiences to bolster the absorption of technical concepts. The security industry is one of constant learning and adaptation and Kyle seeks to foster that environment amongst his students. He is readily available via email and virtual office hours to answer questions and provide guidance on the infosec and project and program management domains.

Bio

Dr. O’Toole has been a professional in the Web technology industry since 1994 when Netscape Navigator changed our lives forever. He’s worked closely with countless cross-sector enterprise cloud customers to strategically align business goals with the right web technologies and approaches to accelerate digital transformation and deliver complete experiences that engage, convert, and drive results.

Education

Ph.D., Information Technology, Media, Communication

Bio

Chad Eckles works in the technology industry, leading development and security engineering for a large‑scale cloud program. His work spans building innovative solutions, shaping security policy, and advising on complex technical architectures. He has taught at the University of Denver since 2021 and previously served as faculty at Colorado Technical University, specializing in computer science and cybersecurity.

Chad brings over 15 years of technical and leadership experience across the cybersecurity industry and the Department of Defense, supporting a wide range of high‑visibility initiatives. Chad also serves as a Maritime Cyber Warfare Officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve, where he leads Sailors across cyberspace operations and network defense mission areas.

Education

Chad earned an M.S. in Cybersecurity from Regis University and a B.S. in Resource & Technology Management from Troy University.

Bio

Wendy Charles currently serves as a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Health Informatics and Healthcare Management programs for the University of Denver’s College of Professional Studies. She is a scientist with over 30 years of experience in clinical research operations and compliance, including serving as an Institutional Review Board (IRB) Director for eight years.

Professional Background

Wendy has served for over a dozen years as a leader in industry and hospital setting management, including as Chief Scientific Officer for a software company. She has also published extensively about digital health and currently serves as the Editor in Chief of an academic journal section. As an educator, Wendy has been teaching graduate students for several years. In addition to teaching at DU, she continues to teach the business of digital health at the University of Colorado Denver and research ethics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. She also served on several international committees that advise governments and industries about standards and regulatory interpretations.

Education

Wendy earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Science with a specialty in Health Information Technology from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, an M.S. in Psychology from the University of Memphis, and a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder. She is certified as an Institutional Review Board Professional (CIP), Clinical Research Professional (CCRP), and Blockchain Professional (CBP).

Helping Students Be Successful

As an instructor in the Healthcare Management, Health Informatics, and Information Technology programs, Wendy prepares student learners to be future leaders in rapidly evolving environments driven by technological progress. She provides skills and tools about emerging technologies and practices that learners can apply to real-world settings.