People

Marcus Goss is the Technical Operations Manager for STAR Park and is responsible for facilities management, safety, and technical operations supporting our clients.

Marcus holds a Ph.D. in Material Science Engineering and Commercialization from Texas State University. He also holds Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Chemistry. Marcus has participated in several entrepreneurial activities and co-founded a tech startup reusing a biowaste material to produce a chemical additive product. He is excited about innovation and commercialization of science and technology. Marcus is a veteran of the United States Air Force and has worked in communications, manufacturing, chemical, and materials science fields for over 25 years. Marcus’ career goals are focused on operations management, continuous improvement, and scholarly endeavors.

Marcus holds a private pilot’s license and is an aviation enthusiast. He likes to explore machines, mechanisms, tools, processes, and electronics. Marcus is also an accomplished musician and performer.

Claudia Röschmann is a Professor in the Communication Design program in the School of Art and Design and Associate Director for Design Innovation at STAR Park, as well as Adjunct Doctoral faculty in the Materials Science, Engineering and Commercialization program and Honorary Professor of International Studies at Texas State University. She was head of the Communication Design program from 2014 to 2020, and as graduate advisor directed the MFA program, a non-traditional low residency program from 2010 to 2020.

She brings 20+ years of international design experience and strategic entrepreneurial thinking to the university where she teaches human-centered design and design entrepreneurship. She also serves as the founder of the Design for America studio on campus, and is the co-founder of the 1 Million Cups Greater San Marcos TX community and a coach for 1 Million Cups Round Rock. She also serves on the Round Rock Chamber Entrepreneurial Council.

Andrea Naranjo Rivera is the PR Specialist at STAR Park and is responsible for managing the social media accounts for STAR Park. She also assists with event coordination and promotion with internal and external entities, as well as being a friendly face you see when you walk into our front office.

She is currently a sophomore at Texas State University and is pursuing a B.S. in Public Relations with a minor in Media Studies.