About Biocom Institute

Leandra is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing marketing and communication channels for Biocom Institute. She also assists in the management of the Institute’s events and programs.

Leandra brings to Biocom experience in sales and marketing in the sports industry. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business degree from the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management.

• Outdoor activities

• Hockey

• Family time

Silvana is responsible for the development and sustainability of the Biocom Institute through engaged philanthropy and corporate giving.

She brings to Biocom a background in nonprofit development and community relations and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from the University of San Diego.

• Running

• Traveling

• Playing at the beach

Brandon is responsible for grant writing, research and development for the Biocom Institute’s programs and outreach initiatives.

His background is in corporate and foundation grant writing, fundraising and development. He obtained a degree in English Literature from The Ohio State University.

• The work of David Simon,

• David Halberstam,

• and Larry David.

Karen joins the Biocom Institute team with a wealth of skills and experience within the San Diego non-profit arena. Most recently with the San Diego Workforce Partnership; her career has included positions in community outreach, HR management and operations management for various local non-profit organizations.

Karen has a love for educational programs and in particular is very passionate about employer outreach and connecting students to internships.

• Watching her daughter play water polo

• Volunteering

• Riding her quad in the desert

Sara is responsible for the San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering and K-12 STEM outreach initiatives with the goal of empowering the next generation of innovators and future talent of San Diego.
Sara has over a decade of non-profit and event experience, including executive leadership positions with USO San Diego and Discover Pacific Beach – Business Improvement District. She graduated from Westfield State College with a Bachelor of Science in Education and also holds a certificate from University of San Diego’s Event Management Program.

• Chasing her toddler

• Her best furry friend Miles

• Getting outdoors