Project Leadership
Technology • Design • Policy
AI Studio Teams is led by a multi-disciplinary team with deep expertise in technology transformation, workforce development, and Stanford's innovation ecosystem.
Core Team
Charles Sims | Project Director
Strategic direction, technology leadership, employer partnerships, program design
Charles Sims is the Founder & CEO of SkaFld Studio and creator of the SkaFld Ideation Methodology for executing high-pressure transformation projects within tight timeframes. His approach emphasizes rapid iteration, stakeholder alignment, and measurable outcome delivery.
- Former CTO, LA Clippers & UTA (United Talent Agency). Led technology transformation initiatives across major sports and entertainment organizations.
- Developed frameworks for integrating emerging technology into established organizational workflows.
- NYU-educated with deep understanding of educational systems and workforce development.
Keith Coleman | Stanford Liaison & Policy
Policy & strategy expertise for responsible AI deployment, Stanford collaboration, workforce development
Keith Coleman brings the policy and strategy awareness essential for responsible AI deployment—complementing technical AI skills with governance understanding and ethical considerations. His career spans workforce development and building bridges between education, industry, and policy.
- Stanford BA Economics '86. Deep ties to Stanford's innovation ecosystem and interdisciplinary approach to learning.
- Distinguished Scholar, Stanford mediaX. Connecting researchers and industry practitioners to explore how human insight and technology interaction shape the future of work.
- UN Joint SDG Fund Breakthrough Alliance Co-Chair. Overseeing $290M+ portfolio across 150+ countries, bringing global perspective on education and workforce development.
- Capitol Partners General Partner. 17 years experience in economic opportunity, aerospace/defense coalition building, and policy-aware technology deployment.
Mike Belloli | Technology Lead
Platform strategy, financial modeling, digital infrastructure
Mike Belloli is COO of SkaFld Studio, Co-Founder of Lyfe AI & Defy Mortgage, and a full-stack developer and architect. He manages financials, pitch strategy, and digital infrastructure for the SkaFld Trailhead platform, ensuring operational excellence across all technical and business domains.
- Full-stack development and technical architecture for the SkaFld Trailhead platform.
- Management of financial models, investor materials, and digital presence.
- Expert in educational data privacy (COPPA/FERPA) and secure AI implementation.
Advisory & Support
District Partnership
El Segundo Unified School District provides institutional support including teacher mentor recruitment, student access, facility management, and administrative oversight.
Employer Council
A council of 12 employer partners (Boeing, Northrop Grumman, Tech/Media firms) providing guidance on portfolio standards and micro-internship design.