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Nolie MacDonald

Nolie MacDonald

Chief Executive Officer

Nolie MacDonald is a visionary leader with a 20-year career that includes spearheading digital transformations in marketing and technology at a global technology solutions provider. Her remarkable integration of advanced technology and her passion for using augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) in mental health treatment, stemming from her personal journey, have positioned her as an influential figure in these fields. This foundation was instrumental in shaping VRenity's mission to build a better future for trauma treatment using AR/VR technology.

 
 
Shane Miller

Shane Miller

Chief Financial Officer

Shane Miller is a seasoned professional with 20+ years of experience in finance, strategy, and engineering, notably serving as Vice President and CFO at Expedia for a decade. His expertise spans Fortune 500 companies like Accenture, AT&T, and M&M/Mars, where he contributed significantly to business growth and executed complex projects. With an MBA from the University of Washington and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Tech, Shane combines strategic insight with analytical prowess. Passionate about building consumer brands, he excels in developing impactful strategies, fostering team collaboration, and nurturing client relationships, creating an environment of trust and success.

 
John Bulldis

John Bulldis

Chief Operations Officer

John Bulldis, a COO at VRenity, is a highly esteemed retired military officer and an accomplished senior executive renowned for his purpose-driven approach in operational excellence, leadership development, and strategic advisory. His expertise lies in elevating small businesses with innovative operational strategies. An alumnus of Washington State University with an Executive MBA, John also holds a MIS from Bowie State University, a Master of Science in Logistics Management/Engineering from the Air Force Institute of Technology, and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from Park University. His distinguished career is marked by a consistent track record of success, making him an invaluable asset to VRenity with his profound experience and insights.

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Eric Nevala

Sr. Developer, Virtual Reality

Eric Nevala is a seasoned software engineer with over twenty years of experience, renowned for launching the indie VR game "Spellbound" on Steam. A Marine Corps veteran, he distinguished himself as a "combat programmer" in war zones, where he developed vital systems for civil reconstruction projects and strategic tools for NATO. His expertise extends to managing IT infrastructure and innovating in AR & VR simulations at Meta Research Labs, including the creation of a sophisticated 80-node render farm from scratch. Eric's career also includes impactful roles at Raytheon, where he worked on avionics training software, and at Electronic Arts, contributing to the Frostbite game engine, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to technological innovation and excellence.

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Preeti Shrikhande

Advisor

Preeti Shrikhande is a distinguished advisor at VRenity, where she blends her profound expertise in software engineering with a deep passion for mental health innovation. An MIT graduate in Computer Science, Preeti has spent her career at the intersection of technology and wellness, contributing to significant advancements in therapeutic digital solutions. Prior to her advisory role at VRenity, she led projects at Amazon and Microsoft, focusing on technologies that support mental well-being. Her strategic vision and technical acumen are instrumental in guiding VRenity through the evolving landscape of mental health technologies.

Ryan Smith

Ryan Smith

Sr. Developer, Virtual Reality

Ryan Smith is the newest Senior Developer at VRenity, overseeing the creation of the virtual worlds, characters, and interfaces that bring VRenity to life. Ryan is a world leading expert in immersive technologies like Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mixed Reality. He has crafted scores of unique experiences, and redefined what is possible by patenting groundbreaking new input technology. For the last decade, Ryan has been pivotal in developing groundbreaking VR and AR applications at a variety of startups, as well as tech giants like Facebook Reality Labs and Meta Research.

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Flint Espil

Advisor

Flint Espil an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University and a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of California. He brings over a decade of training in evidence-based approaches to psychotherapy, assessment, and implementation science to his role as a VRenity advisor. In addition to his academic research, Dr. Espil’s career includes partnerships with school districts, hospitals, academic medical centers, and private companies to help improve mental and behavioral approaches to care and implement valid and reliable ways to measure outcomes.