Elliot is a civil engineer and entrepreneur with a background in municipal consulting and a passion for solving infrastructure challenges through technology. He holds an MBA from Michigan State and now leads a team focused on modernizing how cities manage their water systems. Outside of work, Elliot is an avid mountain biker and a weekend painter. His mix of creativity, grit, and humor helps move the toughest projects moving forward.

Demetris is a robotics and control engineer. He has experience in design and programming of aquatic robots. He also has experience designing printed circuit boards and implementing planning and control algorithms. In his free time enjoys watching Anime, playing sports, building and playing the guitar. 

Cale brings over a decades' experience in prototyping, controls and agile hardware development. He is currently enrolled at the University of Michigan in several graduate programs including Robotics, Sustainable Systems, and Manufacturing. He has received both the Bosch Sustainability and Dow Sustainability Fellowships and is currently researching uses of artificial intelligence in fishery management and novel agricultural practices. Besides work and school, Cale enjoys spending time with family and organic farming.

 Zack began his career as a graphic designer before co-founding a bakery. There he developed a deeper skillset in leadership, marketing, and operations that taught him the determination it takes to find success. As an early Motmot team member he found passion in building a more sustainable future for water security. Outside of work Zack is a happy cat dad and husband. He enjoys coffee, collecting VHS tapes, cooking, running, and being outdoors.

Ezequiel is an operations and strategy professional with 7+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management and Finance, and an MBA from Michigan State University. At Motmot, he helps drive innovation and efficiency across robotic testing and deployment, bringing a business-minded approach to tech-driven problem-solving. Outside of work, Ezequiel is an amateur boxer and a trained bartender who enjoys crafting cocktails and exploring new recipes.

Oksana's background is in public health, with over 14 years in project and grant management, and most recently within the world of water asset management. She is obsessed with reading and collecting books signed by authors, her mom says it's fine.

Ibrahim Alzawawi is studying Information Science and Robotics at the University of Michigan. As a Robotics Intern at Motmot, he brings a can-do attitude and a strong passion for human-centered robotics and social computing. Ibrahim is committed to using technology to drive positive change in his community while continuing to grow and learn with the Motmot team. Outside of work, you can find him playing Dungeons and Dragons.