2008
AMO is conceptualized. The vision is of an international company that is equal parts influential and rewarding.
About Us
What we do
AMOpportunities (AMO) connects medical students, graduates, and professionals with U.S. clinical experiences. Our platform offers individuals the opportunity to explore and apply for clinical experiences at 200+ clinical sites across 70+ medical specialties and subspecialties. AMO provides exceptional support services such as visa and housing assistance.
Meet the Team
Kyle founded the company alongside COO Benjamin Bradley in 2013, at their alma mater the University of Wisconsin-Madison. While at the university, Kyle founded and served as the president for his school's Premedical Chapter of the American Medical Student Association. Kyle, along with Ben, has led the company to help more than 3,000 international medical students and graduates find clinical rotations in the U.S., grow to 30 employees, raise $4.1 million in total funding, and create lasting partnerships with institutions such as University of Miami, Saint Anthony Hospital, Georgetown University, and the University of Chicago. Kyle later went on to get his MBA at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business while serving as the CEO for AMOpportunities.
CEO
CEO - Kyle Swinsky
Kyle founded the company alongside COO Benjamin Bradley in 2013, at their alma mater the University of Wisconsin-Madison. While at the university, Kyle founded and served as the president for his school's Premedical Chapter of the American Medical Student Association. Kyle, along with Ben, has led the company to help more than 3,000 international medical students and graduates find clinical rotations in the U.S., grow to 30 employees, raise $4.1 million in total funding, and create lasting partnerships with institutions such as University of Miami, Saint Anthony Hospital, Georgetown University, and the University of Chicago. Kyle later went on to get his MBA at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business while serving as the CEO for AMOpportunities.
Benjamin founded the company alongside CEO Kyle Swinsky in 2013, at their alma mater the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Benjamin, along with Kyle, has led AMOpportunities to help more than 3,000 international medical students and graduates find clinical rotations in the U.S., grow to 30 employees, raise $4.1 million in total funding, and create lasting partnerships with institutions such as University of Miami, Saint Anthony Hospital, Georgetown University, and the University of Chicago. Benjamin later went on to get his JD/MBA at The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University while serving as the COO for AMOpportunities.
COO
COO - Benjamin Bradley
Benjamin founded the company alongside CEO Kyle Swinsky in 2013, at their alma mater the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Benjamin, along with Kyle, has led AMOpportunities to help more than 3,000 international medical students and graduates find clinical rotations in the U.S., grow to 30 employees, raise $4.1 million in total funding, and create lasting partnerships with institutions such as University of Miami, Saint Anthony Hospital, Georgetown University, and the University of Chicago. Benjamin later went on to get his JD/MBA at The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University while serving as the COO for AMOpportunities.
So much of learning takes place outside a structured academic system. You learn about your strengths and weaknesses and ultimately develop your own identity.
Chief Revenue Officer
Chief Revenue Officer - Ryan Flores
So much of learning takes place outside a structured academic system. You learn about your strengths and weaknesses and ultimately develop your own identity.
In college I learned that to get the most out of my educational experience I had to sit in the front row.
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Technology Officer - Malek Yala
In college I learned that to get the most out of my educational experience I had to sit in the front row.
My great grandparents immigrated to the U.S. from Lebanon. I grew up enjoying traditional handmade Lebanese food, which I hope to continue sharing with others.
Chief Experience Officer
Chief Experience Officer - Kelli Rojek
My great grandparents immigrated to the U.S. from Lebanon. I grew up enjoying traditional handmade Lebanese food, which I hope to continue sharing with others.
Building a diverse workforce in healthcare is essential to understanding the social determinants of health.
Chief Program Officer
Chief Program Officer - Seide Hood
Building a diverse workforce in healthcare is essential to understanding the social determinants of health.
Our goals may change, but it is important to always be working towards something.
Director of Partnerships
Director of Partnerships - Daniel Rivers
Our goals may change, but it is important to always be working towards something.
Diverse backgrounds and experiences can introduce fresh ideas and perspectives.
Operations & HR Coordinator
Operations & HR Coordinator - Melanie Krauss
Diverse backgrounds and experiences can introduce fresh ideas and perspectives.
Joy is created when we find unity despite differences.
Lead Advisor
Lead Advisor - Antoine Foggs
Joy is created when we find unity despite differences.
At school I learned how to analyze situational equality in education, personal, and professional life. Just because two people are given the same book doesn’t mean they’re given the same time to read.
Lead Full Stack Developer
Lead Full Stack Developer - Steve Ford
At school I learned how to analyze situational equality in education, personal, and professional life. Just because two people are given the same book doesn’t mean they’re given the same time to read.
I go on a ski/snowboarding trip once a year to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. The mountain culture is laid-back and relaxing.
Lead DevOps Engineer
Lead DevOps Engineer - Brandon Vander Meersch
I go on a ski/snowboarding trip once a year to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. The mountain culture is laid-back and relaxing.
Diversity is important because we can learn so much from each other through our unique experiences and backgrounds.
Visitor Experience Coach
Visitor Experience Coach - Ashley Haines
Diversity is important because we can learn so much from each other through our unique experiences and backgrounds.
I have learned that with hard work and dedication anything is possible.
UX/Product Designer
UX/Product Designer - Daniela Ortiz
I have learned that with hard work and dedication anything is possible.
I have learned to believe in myself and always be open to change.
Program Development Specialist
Program Development Specialist - Ann Cook
I have learned to believe in myself and always be open to change.
I was born in the U.S., but both my parents are from Mexico. My parents taught me to find my own path, but return home every once in a while.
Junior Full Stack Developer
Junior Full Stack Developer - Jorge Carmona
I was born in the U.S., but both my parents are from Mexico. My parents taught me to find my own path, but return home every once in a while.
Everyone you meet knows something you don’t. Remember this and you can learn something new each day.
Content Specialist
Content Specialist - Stephanie Buga
Everyone you meet knows something you don’t. Remember this and you can learn something new each day.
During a trip to the Galapagos Islands I learned that everyone lives differently, and we need to be less wasteful.
Program Specialist
Program Specialist - Alisia Brannon
During a trip to the Galapagos Islands I learned that everyone lives differently, and we need to be less wasteful.
I am the son of Chinese immigrants. They taught me the importance of hard work and having a passion for what you do.
Visitor Experience Coach
Visitor Experience Coach - Wanh Tran
I am the son of Chinese immigrants. They taught me the importance of hard work and having a passion for what you do.
I am Mexican and Puerto Rican (Yo soy Mexicana y Puertorriqueña). Growing up with the beauty of both heritages taught me the importance of hard work, the strength of family, and gave me a palate for great food.
Senior Marketing Director
Senior Marketing Director - Donielle Alicea
I am Mexican and Puerto Rican (Yo soy Mexicana y Puertorriqueña). Growing up with the beauty of both heritages taught me the importance of hard work, the strength of family, and gave me a palate for great food.
As a senior in college, I studied abroad in India. I learned that we take things as simple as turning on a faucet for granted, not even thinking how difficult it can be in other countries.
Director of Marketing
Director of Marketing - Brittany Trevick
As a senior in college, I studied abroad in India. I learned that we take things as simple as turning on a faucet for granted, not even thinking how difficult it can be in other countries.
I’ve lived in France twice and have traveled to 15+ countries. The biggest takeaway is that we all are more similar than we think, but our cultures give us a valuable perspective to offer one another.
Program Coordinator
Program Coordinator - Shelby Smith
I’ve lived in France twice and have traveled to 15+ countries. The biggest takeaway is that we all are more similar than we think, but our cultures give us a valuable perspective to offer one another.
If you have your heart in something, always go for it.
Rotation Specialist - Advisor
Rotation Specialist - Advisor - Tiana Peters
If you have your heart in something, always go for it.
Technology unites people across borders and cultures through the universal language of code.
Managing Full Stack Developer
Managing Full Stack Developer - Mark Romz
Technology unites people across borders and cultures through the universal language of code.
I believe life is like cooking: we cherish the recipes from those before us, use the ingredients in front of us, and look forward to learning more from others.
Rotation Specialist - Advisor
Rotation Specialist - Advisor - Anthony Stabile
I believe life is like cooking: we cherish the recipes from those before us, use the ingredients in front of us, and look forward to learning more from others.
Diversity cultivates a well-rounded culture in any setting and helps us develop better-informed opinions and views of the world.
Marketing Designer
Marketing Designer - Annalisa Baranowski
Diversity cultivates a well-rounded culture in any setting and helps us develop better-informed opinions and views of the world.
Being able to hear different perspectives is so valuable to our society. Providing opportunities to hear from others and have actual discussions that build understanding is crucial to have productive change and build empathy.
Visitor Experience Coach
Visitor Experience Coach - Mia Palmejar-Takaki
Being able to hear different perspectives is so valuable to our society. Providing opportunities to hear from others and have actual discussions that build understanding is crucial to have productive change and build empathy.
My family has a deep heritage in farming and logging. We have learned to love the land, take care of it, and utilize it’s resources. This allowed us to help ourselves and many others across communities, and we continue this benevolence.
Partnership Associate
Partnership Associate - Taylor Spangler
My family has a deep heritage in farming and logging. We have learned to love the land, take care of it, and utilize it’s resources. This allowed us to help ourselves and many others across communities, and we continue this benevolence.
Our history
2013
AMO launches out of Madison, Wisconsin, with the mission to connect internationally trained medical students, graduates, and professionals to supplemental training in the U.S.
2014
The company strategically relocates to Chicago, a location with a huge healthcare community, one of the largest airports in the country, and home to some of AMO’s best programs.
2015
Launches an online marketplace to provide simplicity and support in securing clinical experiences to a larger audience.
2016
AMO applies and is accepted to join Chicago-based healthcare startup incubator, MATTER.
2017
Raises $1.1 million in investment funding and beats out 300 other startups to win the University of Chicago New Venture Challenge. (Chicago Tribune)
2018
Launches a new marketplace available to schools, hospitals, and students. Hires new team members to meet demands to match and enhance growth.
2019
AMO triples in size. At this point, the marketplace is accessed by more than 120,000 international medical students, graduates, and physicians.
2020
To date, AMO has placed 3,000 individuals in clinical experiences at more than 200 different sites across the U.S. To meet the growing demand of students seeking both core and elective experiences, AMO’s partnership team anticipates a growth in overseas relationships and across borders at educational institutions. AMO is now a team of 30 individuals and has raised a total of $4.1 million in funding. Although the size and direction of AMO has expanded, the mission and values it was built on are still the foundation of every decision, project, and goal.
Careers
At AMO we believe that productivity and growth are a product of happiness. We want our team members to look forward to Mondays and feel a sense of accomplishment on Fridays.
Our team takes pride in being a tight-knit community of hardworking individuals. We have no problem asking each other the hard questions in conference rooms and going out for a bite to eat after.
We share our ideas amongst one another. When one person speaks, they are heard, and leadership asks for ideas to build a stronger community.
We balance work and play. With this flexibility comes personal responsibility, which is empowering when you get the job done.
Company Values
Office Culture
Be a Global Citizen
We embrace cultural differences, support diversity, and work better together.
Think Global, Act Local
We strive to change the world with every action we take-big or small.
Inspire Learning
We experiment and explore, building a culture of lifelong learning.
Everyone is a Builder
We build together, take risks together, and think big together.
Open Doors, Open Mind
We connect through honest communication.
Take Ownership
We own our roles, take the initiative to succeed, and acknowledge failure as learning.
Support the Journey
We become a part of everyone's American dream, empowering others to succeed.
Serious Work, Serious Fun
We solve real-world problems with joy and optimism.
Benefits
Working at AMO has its perks! Below are some things you can look forward to when you join our team.
Health - Health, Dental, and Vision
- Life Insurance
- Parental and Family Medical Leave
Time Off - Unlimited PTO
- Paid Holidays and Sick Days
Financial - 401(k) Matching
- Commuter Benefits
Extras - Opportunities for Remote Work
- Casual Dress
- Team Events
Opportunities
View our available positions!At AMO, things are always changing. If you don’t see a job that fits your skill set or interests, you could still be a great fit for our team!
Please email careers@amopportunities.org with your resume, information on why you are interested in AMO, and how your skill set, work ethic, and personality could make you an asset to our team.