Ranzel Merritt

Ranzel Merritt is a multifaceted professional with extensive experience in both the technology and arts sectors. Currently serving as a Guest Services Associate at the Commonwealth Club World Affairs, Ranzel has also held the position of Chief Executive Officer at MPRISE Software & Applied Sciences since May 2018, focusing on decentralized security products. Additionally, Ranzel is the CEO and Founder of SFJAZZ and has contributed to education as a Digital Lab Instructor. Previous roles include concessions supervisor at Levy Restaurants, founder of the nonprofit Coding Music, and teacher at The People's Conservatory and Roses in Concrete Community School, where a strong emphasis was placed on integrating technology and music education. Ranzel holds several certificates in product and project management, along with degrees in saxophone performance from notable institutions.