Madeline Cabrera, Ph.D. is the Co-founder and President of Emmaty, Inc., where she sets the strategic direction of the company and drives its mission to deliver innovative solutions in construction, technology, and renewable energy. With a career dedicated to bridging federal missions and commercial innovation, she has led Emmaty to become a trusted partner in delivering sustainable, secure, and forward-looking infrastructure. Madeline’s vision is to position Emmaty as a hub for transformative technologies, integrating robust energy solutions, smart infrastructure, and advanced data systems, while serving as a model for how a woman-owned business can scale responsibly and make a lasting impact.
Madeline is a graduate of Harvard Business School, has also completed a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Biomedical Engineering at Harvard University, holds a Ph.D. in Systems Engineering from The George Washington University, an M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Howard University, and a B.A. in Electronic Engineering from the Industrial University of Santander in Colombia. With this strong academic foundation, she has built a career at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and human impact, leading projects that range from biomedical systems and cloud technologies to renewable energy integration. Her expertise lies in blending entrepreneurship with engineering excellence to design smarter, safer, and more resilient solutions.
Beyond her executive role, Madeline is a lifelong learner and active member of professional and community organizations such as IEEE, SAME, SWE, and SHPE. She enjoys attending her children’s activities, reading, researching the latest in technology, and exercising, reflecting her commitment to balance and resilience. Recognized by the Massachusetts Senate and House of Representatives as a leading woman entrepreneur, and honored with numerous awards from institutions such as the Center for Women and Enterprise and the White House, Madeline Cabrera continues to inspire others through her vision of using technology and engineering to build a more sustainable, innovative, and equitable future.
