Get to know nine new coworkers and Summer Associates through their answers to a list of fun questions.
Wayne “Orange Jesus” Bloom, Summer Associate, Developer, MyUPMC
Do you have an unusual talent or hobby?
For quite a few years now, I’ve been a bit of a collector of orange things. The vast majority of my clothing is orange, so this brought on an interesting nickname, as well. The orange combined with my long hair and beard look caused me to be dubbed “Orange Jesus” by many of my friends.
Which is better, board games or video games?
I am an avid enthusiast for both, so this is hard. There’s more overhead involved with getting together with people for board games, but I generally have more fun with them than with video games. So I’ll say board games.
How did you get into the industry?
After changing my major three times in my first two years of school, I came close to deciding to drop out. On a whim I decided to take a couple programming courses to try something new, and I found I loved it. The process of complex logic and problem-solving toward the end of practical functionality never gets old. From Theater to Music Therapy to Psychology to Computer Science, that’s how I got into the industry. A bit of a wild ride!
Share any fun fact!
In 2019, I marched in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin, Ireland with the Slippery Rock University Marching Band. There was an adjudication to determine the best performing band from the 15 or so that marched. We were the first place band, so in a way, I’m an international champion!
Shunqiao Huang, Summer Associate, Machine Learning
Are you a Pittsburgh local or did you grow up elsewhere?
I was born and raised in China.
What’s your favorite quote from a movie or TV series?
“Change is good.”
Where in the universe would you like to visit someday?
Backside of the moon.
What’s in your perfect meal?
Congee.
Justin Karli, Summer Associate, Software Engineering, hcOS Operations
Are you a Pittsburgh local or did you grow up elsewhere?
I grew in the town of Mechanicsburg, PA. It’s a small town about 10 miles southwest of Harrisburg.
What’s your favorite quote from a movie or TV series?
“Do… or do not. There is no try.” – Yoda, Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
Where in the universe would you like to visit someday?
I would like to visit Mars someday, once the planet has been colonized and made suitable for life.
If any musician or band could give you a personal concert, who would it be?
The Rolling Stones. They are my favorite classic rock band.
Robby “Rob” Moss, Lead Communications Specialist, Marketing
Are you a Pittsburgh local or did you grow up elsewhere?
I’m a quasi-yinzer. I grew up in Sharon, Pennsylvania.
Do you have any kids? Any pets?
I have a 3-month-old daughter named Rylee, a cat named Goose, and a dog named Delilah.
What’s your favorite quote from a movie or TV series?
“Winter Is Coming.”
Share any fun fact!
I’m an avid outdoorsman and adventure seeker.
Ryan Murphy, Associate Cloud Analyst, CIS team
How did you get into the industry? I am a computer science major and love working with the cloud!
Are you a Pittsburgh local or did you grow up elsewhere?
I grew up in Philadelphia!
Do you have any kids? Any pets?
I have a dog named Mika. She’s 3 and an Akita.
What’s your favorite quote from a movie or TV series?
“Why do I have to have 3 kids and no money? I wish I had no kids and 3 money!” – Homer Simpson.
Do you have an unusual talent or hobby?
I can play the banjo
Nathaniel Shi, Summer Associate, Software Development
Are you a Pittsburgh local or did you grow up elsewhere?
I grew up in Massachusetts (yes, I’m a Patriots fan).
Do you have an unusual talent or hobby?
I teach swing dance at college.
What makes you a geek?
I’ll geek out with anyone for Lord of the Rings (both my dogs are named from it).
Melissa Simmons, Talent Acquisition Assistant, Human Resources
Are you a Pittsburgh local or did you grow up elsewhere?
I am a Pittsburgh local. I am from Mt. Lebanon.
Do you have any pets?
I have a golden retriever named Ruby.
Which is better: board games or video games?
Board games are better than video games by far.
What’s in your perfect meal?
Favorite meal is Pene Rose from Il Pizzaiolo in Market Square.
Sreemoyee “Sreems” Som, Summer Associate, Digital Solutions Strategy & Commercialization
Share any fun fact!:
Board games win over video games for my family — game night is a Christmas Eve tradition!
Mark “Marko” Wuslich, Product Manager, MyUPMC
Are you a Pittsburgh local or did you grow up elsewhere?
I was born and raised in Buffalo, NY, but half of me grew up in Pittsburgh as well. Meaning, my dad is from the Pittsburgh area (Export, PA) and we came to visit grandparents and relatives sometimes 2-3 times a month throughout my childhood. That said, I think I was the only kid running around Western New York with Bradshaw, Joe Greene, or Bettis jerseys on, and have lived in The Burgh for about 17 years now.
Do you have any kids?
I have a beautiful 3-year-old little girl, who most of the time I’d swear is more mature than I am. It’s safe to say she has me wrapped around her finger and I couldn’t be happier or more proud to be her dad.
What’s your favorite quote from a movie or TV series?
“Speed has never killed anyone. Suddenly becoming stationary, that’s what gets you.” – Jeremy Clarkson from the BBC’s Top Gear UK.
Where in the universe would you like to visit someday?
Jay Leno’s garage with a personal tour from Jay himself.
