Steven Arauz

Education Innovator | Founder, American College Innovation Lab | AI-Powered Learning • Design Thinking • Human-Centered Leadership | Connecting Education, Startups & Innovation Ecosystems

Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain

About

Building the Future of Learning Through Innovation, AI, and Human Impact I am an Education Strategist, Designer, Innovator, and Founder of the American College Innovation Lab in Valencia, Spain. For more than 14 years, I have worked at the intersection of education, leadership, innovation, and social impact. My mission is simple: To inspire young people to imagine, investigate, innovate, and positively impact their local communities. At the American College Innovation Lab, we are reimagining education by combining: Artificial Intelligence for personalized learning Design Thinking for innovation and creative problem-solving Human-centered leadership rooted in emotional intelligence Entrepreneurship as a pathway to opportunity and purpose I believe the future of education will be shaped by innovative educators, visionary entrepreneurs, emerging technologies, and leaders willing to challenge conventional systems. As an advocate for AI and emerging technologies, I actively explore how innovation can empower learners, educators, and organizations to thrive in an increasingly complex world. My work focuses on creating meaningful connections between: • Education and Entrepreneurship • Students and Real-World Innovation • Learning and Emerging Technologies • Schools and Startup Ecosystems • Human Potential and Purpose-Driven Leadership My personal journey has deeply influenced my professional mission. My story of education, foster care, resilience, and the transformative power of human connection was featured by The New York Times, reinforcing my belief that education remains one of the most powerful forces for changing lives. Today, I collaborate with educators, startups, innovators, employers, investors, and community leaders who share a commitment to building more human-centered, future-ready learning experiences. My Areas of Interest Educational Innovation Artificial Intelligence in Education Startup Ecosystems Entrepreneurship Education Design Thinking Human-Centered Leadership Emotional Intelligence Workforce Development Future of Learning Emerging Technologies I welcome opportunities to collaborate on innovative educational initiatives, startup partnerships, speaking engagements, research, and projects that advance the future of learning. Let's connect and create the future together.

Experience

  • Education Innovator & Strategist I Co-Founder at American College Innovation Lab
    Aug 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

  • Professional Educator at Orange County Public Schools
    2021 - 2022 · 1 yr

  • Director at FROM OUTSIDE IN INC
    2020 - 2021 · 1 yr

  • Professional Educator at Florida Conference
    2012 - 2020 · 8 yrs