The Calculators Nation Team
Over the last ten years, we have been committed to providing fast, easy-to-use, precise calculators combined with accurate and factually correct information.
To do this, we pulled together a dream team of subject-matter experts to write and review our content and validate our software. These are the people behind the calculators.
![Bio image of Joe Sexton](../wp-content/uploads/2022/03/joe-sexton.jpg)
Joe Sexton
Joe Sexton
Joe is the creator of Calculators Nation and has over 20 years of experience in engineering and construction. He holds several degrees and certifications.
![Bio image of Ahmed Sheikh, MS](../wp-content/uploads/2022/10/ahmed-sheikh.jpg)
Ahmed Sheikh
MS
Ahmed Sheikh, MS
Ahmed holds a Master’s degree in electrical engineering and currently works as an electrical engineer with Energy Systems Research Laboratory.
![Bio image of Andrew Paniello](../wp-content/uploads/2022/04/andrew-paniello.jpg)
Andrew Paniello
Andrew Paniello
Andrew holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Colorado and specializes in finance, real estate, and life insurance.
![Bio image of Bailey Nelson, MS](../wp-content/uploads/2023/02/bailey-nelson.jpg)
Bailey Nelson
MS
Bailey Nelson, MS
Bailey is an experienced educator and specializes in K-12 math and science. She holds a Master's degree in professional education and holds several teaching certifications.
![Bio image of Elise Harlow, MS, RDN](../wp-content/uploads/2022/04/elise-harlow.jpg)
Elise Harlow
MS, RDN
Elise Harlow, MS, RDN
Elise is a registered dietitian with a Master's degree in nutritional sciences and founder of The Flourished Table, an online nutrition coaching and consulting business.
![Bio image of Ethan Dederick, PhD](../wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ethan-dederick.jpg)
Ethan Dederick
PhD
Ethan Dederick, PhD
Ethan has a PhD in astrophysics and is currently a satellite imaging scientist. He specializes in math, science, and astrophysics.
Hannah Daugherty
MS, NASM, ACE
Hannah Daugherty, MS, NASM, ACE
Hannah is an NASM and ACE personal trainer with a Master's degree in exercise science.
![Bio image of Holly Smith, DO, BS, NASM-PES](../wp-content/uploads/2022/03/holly-smith.jpg)
Holly Smith
DO, BS, NASM-PES
Holly Smith, DO, BS, NASM-PES
Holly is a doctor of osteopathic medicine and board-certified physician. She holds a Bachelor's in dietetics and is also an NASM certified personal trainer.
![Bio image of Jamie Whittenburg, DVM](../wp-content/uploads/2022/04/jamie-whittenburg.jpg)
Jamie Whittenburg
DVM
Jamie Whittenburg, DVM
Dr. Jamie Whittenburg is a practicing veterinarian with more than 16 years of experience caring for pets. Dr. Whittenburg works with cats, dogs, and small exotic animals and she has a special interest in feline medicine and surgery.
![Bio image of Joseph Rich, MS](../wp-content/uploads/2022/04/joseph-rich.jpg)
Joseph Rich
MS
Joseph Rich, MS
Joseph Rich holds a Master's degree in finance and a Bachelor's degree in economics. He specializes in economics and investing analysis.
![Bio image of Kevin Weekly, PhD](../wp-content/uploads/2022/09/kevin-weekly.jpg)
Kevin Weekly
PhD
Kevin Weekly, PhD
Kevin Weekly holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) from the University of California Berkeley and Bachelor's degrees in electrical engineering and computer science from the University of Texas.
![Bio image of Laura Deimling, MBA](../wp-content/uploads/2023/02/laura-deimling.jpg)
Laura Deimling
MBA
Laura Deimling, MBA
Laura started her career in Finance a decade ago and provides strategic financial management consulting. She has an MBA in Finance and a Bachelor's in Economics.
![Bio image of LT Lisa Swanson](../wp-content/uploads/2023/01/lisa-swanson.jpg)
LT Lisa Swanson
LT Lisa Swanson
Lieutenant Swanson is an officer in the Navy with a Bachelor's degree in mathematics and an extensive background in math, physics, and chemistry.
![Bio image of Monica Greer, PhD](../wp-content/uploads/2022/09/monica-greer.jpg)
Monica Greer
PhD
Monica Greer, PhD
Monica Greer holds a PhD in economics, a Master's in economics, and a Bachelor's in finance. She is currently a senior quantitative analyst and has published two books on cost modeling.
![Bio image of Pateakia Heath, PhD](../wp-content/uploads/2023/05/pateakia-heath.jpg)
Pateakia Heath
PhD
Pateakia Heath, PhD
Pateakia has worked in education for 15 years and has three degrees, including a PhD, Master's degree, and Bachelor's degree. She specializes in mathematics.
![Bio image of Richard Best](../wp-content/uploads/2022/04/richard-best.jpg)
Richard Best
Richard Best
Richard has thirty-plus years in the financial services industry as an advisor, managing director, directors of marketing and training, and currently as a consultant to the industry.
![Bio image of Sarabeth Asaff South](../wp-content/uploads/2023/03/sarabeth-asaff.jpg)
Sarabeth Asaff South
Sarabeth Asaff South
Sarabeth is an expert in the home and garden industry and was formerly a certified kitchen and bathroom designer. She is a subject matter expert in home improvement and is often quoted in notable publications.
![Bio image of Teresa Michelsen, PhD](../wp-content/uploads/2023/01/teresa-michelsen.jpg)
Teresa Michelsen
PhD
Teresa Michelsen, PhD
Teresa is a chemistry expert with a PhD in environmental science, a Master's degree in earth, atmospheric, and planetary sciences, and Bachelor's degree in chemistry.
![Bio image of Zachary Boeder](../wp-content/uploads/2023/01/zachary-boeder.jpg)
Zachary Boeder
Zachary Boeder
Zach is a former math teacher with a Master's degree in education and a Bachelor's degree in mathematics, and is currently pursuing his PhD.