Meet the Team


  • President and CEO

    Dr. Bala is a distinguished physics professor and researcher. Teaching at major universities across the Northeast, she has always had a passion for helping students find experiential learning opportunities in their respective fields while continuing to educate and mentor.

  • Program Development Associate

    Allyson is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering at Tennessee Technological University. With a deep fascination for physics and a commitment to advancing research, she is dedicated to sharing her enthusiasm for the field with others. She is excited to contribute to STEMNetX, where she aims to inspire many.

  • Director of Technology

    Jay Bala leads all tech efforts at STEMNETX and CCL-US. She has over 20+ years of experience in various technology areas and has a great passion for all things tech.

  • Business Development Associate

    Vaani is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering and Bioengineering at the University of Pittsburgh. Her interests lie in medical product development and manufacturing in biotechnology industries. With her past experience in business development, Vaani is excited to make meaningful contributions to the StemNetX mission by supporting outreach goals and enhancing business initiatives!

  • Social Media and Marketing Specialist

    Robert is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting and Multimedia at

    Point Park University

    With his strong interest in atmospheric sciences and physics, combined with a passion for social media and content creation, he aspires to earn a master’s degree in Broadcast Meteorology. Leveraging his background and experiences, Robert is eager to advance and promote the mission of STEMNetX.