Vanessa Castañeda Gill

Vanessa Castañeda Gill is a dedicated professional who merges her love for art and narratives to create impactful experiences for individuals. She is the CEO and Co-founder of Social Cipher, a company that focuses on developing story-driven video games to provide neurodivergent youth with a safe and educational platform to enhance social-emotional skills.

Vanessa's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts degree in Neuroscience with a Physics Sequence from Claremont McKenna College, reflecting her diverse interests in science and human behavior.

Over the years, Vanessa has held various roles that have contributed to her versatile skill set. She has served as an Education Fellow at Camelback Ventures, a Cohort 9 Fellow at Halcyon Incubator, a Physics Tutor at W.M Keck Science Department, a Student Coordinator at Center for Civic Engagement at Claremont McKenna College, a Research Assistant at Wigner Research Centre for Physics, a Computer Science Tutor at Harvey Mudd College, and a Research Assistant at both the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and the W.M Keck Science Department.

Vanessa Castañeda Gill's commitment to blending storytelling and technology to empower marginalized communities showcases her passion for innovation and social impact. Her belief in the value of play as a powerful tool for learning and growth underscores her dedication to creating inclusive and enriching experiences for all.