Tom Rockwell
Tom Rockwell is the Founding Director of Science and Spirit Studio. He also serves as the Chief Creative Officer at the Exploratorium, San Francisco’s museum of science, art, and human perception. Since joining the Exploratorium in 2005, Tom has overseen the exhibits and media departments, led the development of new gallery spaces and exhibitions, and spearheaded collaborations with museum clients all over the globe. Tom has been a principal investigator on numerous National Science Foundation supported projects. His interests include exhibiting the human sciences, mathematics, and fundamental physical phenomena, as well as exploring the relationship between science, art, and religion. Prior to coming to San Francisco, Tom founded and ran Painted Universe, Inc. where projects included exhibitions such as It’s a Nano World, The Enchanted Museum: Exploring the Science of Art, and illustrations for The Elegant Universe by Brian Greene.
Kyra Auerbach
Kyra Auerbach, MA, MBA wears several hats for Science and Spirit Studio: office and administrative manager, content developer, and Tom’s executive assistant. She also works in her greater community as a music and movement facilitator. She holds Masters degrees in Somatic Psychology and Education (CIIS) and in Sustainable Enterprise (GreenMBA, Dominican), and has a 30-year background in yoga, conscious dance and movement, permaculture, and elemental healing. She is the founder of GaiaWise (2009), an umbrella for initiatives serving regenerative personal and professional development, and has served on many boards, including Aushadi Foundation, Maitri House Northwest and Sustainable Means.