Duane Valz

Zymergen, Inc. engages in the design, development, and commercialization of bio-based products. Its products include electronic films, repellent products, and agriculture products such as traditional synthetic nitrogen fertilizers and traditional chemical-based crop protection products. The company was founded by Zachariah Serber, Jed Dean and Joshua J. Hoffman in 2013 and is headquartered in Emeryville, CA.

Part of MK Level Playing Field Institute, The Summer Math & Science Honors Academy (SMASH) is a free, 3-year, intensive STEM-focused college prep program that empowers students to deepen their talents and pursue STEM careers. During the academic year, scholars participate in monthly programming and build relationships with facilitators and STEM professionals that reflect their same demographics. SMASH aims to serve groups traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields, first-generation college students, and those from low-income families. Founded in 2004 by Freada Kapor Klein, the program immerses scholars in tuition-free studies in partnership with leading universities throughout the country. The CEO is Hassan Brown.