Sam was one of Cecilya's Spanish students as a young boy and has been interested in travelling and connecting with people around the world ever since. He's spent the past decade working as an investor and a startup operator, focused on finance, operations, and strategy. Most recently he helped found a startup to help truck fleets electrify and advance the energy transition. He lives in NYC with his wife. When he's not spending his free time outdoors -- gardening, skiing, and hiking -- he's likely around food -- cooking at home or trying new restaurants.