Draft:Andrew B. Raupp

Andrew B. Raupp is an American entrepreneur, educator, and advocate for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. He is the founder and CEO of STEM.org educational research, an organization dedicated to improving STEM education through research, resources, and certification standards.

Early life and education
Raupp was born and raised in the United States. He attended Divine Child High School from 1994 to 1998, where he earned his high school diploma. He began his higher education at Wayne State University, studying microbiology from 1998 to 2000. He then attended Henry Ford College, obtaining an Associate of Science (A.S.) and an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in 2002. Raupp completed his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree at the University of Michigan–Dearborn in 2006. In 2013, he attended the Harvard Kennedy School as a Fellow in their Emerging Leaders Program (ELP). Most recently, in 2017 and 2018, he was a Fellow in the Education Policy Fellowship Program (EPFP) at Michigan State University.

STEM.org Educational Research
In 2001, Raupp founded STEM.org, focusing on advancing STEM education and implementing ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems (QMS).

As a Contributing Editor at Newsweek Media Group, Raupp analyzes international issues, technology, business, culture, and politics. He serves as a Strategic Advisor for Cubios Inc. (WOWCube), advising on developing a multidimensional gaming device.

As Edtech & Fintech Chairman for the Forbes Technology Council, Raupp oversees engineering departments and influences technology and financial sectors. He is a contributor for Entrepreneur Media, covering topics such as technology, finance, and society.

Additionally, Raupp serves as a Commentator for Sputnik News, providing insights on global educational dynamics and advocating for localized decision-making. As a Columnist for Siliconrepublic.com, he writes about technology news and innovation. Raupp is also the Co-founder of STEM CHAMP, an organization focused on improving STEM education.

Raupp's work includes articles and papers on STEM education, technology, and business, often emphasizing the importance of STEM literacy in the modern world. He has been featured in Newsweek and Forbes, highlighting using blockchain technology for decentralized STEM qualifications.

Recognition

 * Service to Education Award from the Qatari Supreme Education Council
 * LinkedIn Top Community Voice
 * Oakland County's 40 Under 40
 * Emerging Leader by the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University