Sergiu Ispas — Mentor profile, Title: Senior Program Manager, Company: Meta, Industry: Technology | Economics | Finance, Mentor Type: Albers

Background

Job Description

Drives cross-functional engineering, policy, and ops programs to operationalize AI models and agentic moderation frameworks safely at scale focused on reducing advertising harm on the platform and improving support systems. Delivers high-impact initiatives that dramatically improve content detection precision, ensure strict regulatory compliance, and eliminate millions in policy-violating spend.

Company Description

Meta is a technology giant focused on digital connection, infrastructure, and advanced computing. The company’s stated mission is to build the future of human connection and the technology that makes it possible.

Employment History

Meta (2022-Present)
Alaska Airlines, Demand Analyst (2016-2022)

Education

BA of Business Administration (Economics and Finance) at Seattle University

Mentoring Objectives & Scope

My goal is to provide students with the durable professional frameworks and self-confidence needed to bridge the gap between academic theory and the realities of the modern corporate landscape. I want them to walk away with stronger clarity on their career aspirations supported by practical tools like optimized resumes and interview strategies.

I will also try to answer their questions on how the workplace has integrated with AI and how to best set themselves up for success in this new reality. Ultimately, I hope to empower them with the proactive agency required to navigate complex organizations, lead cross-functional relationships, and confidently advocate for their own long-term growth.

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When and where do you hold meetings with your students?

100% in person at my office in Seattle, or near Seattle U.