Alvin Kressler is a seasoned executive and consultant with deep expertise in operational strategy, financial oversight, and business transformation. He has successfully advised financial services firms, revitalized equity research processes for biotech-focused investment banking as well as built a new business unit inside a global multi-national technology company. Alvin excels at turning complex challenges into structured, data-driven solutions, leveraging his background in global P&L management, KPI analysis, and digital transformation. His consulting work reflects a sharp ability to scale operations, improve compliance, and deliver measurable impact in dynamic, regulated environments.More...
Doreen DeJesus-Harper
Online Business and Marketing Strategist@Ambicionz
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Doreen DeJesus-Harper is an accomplished Online Business and Marketing Strategist at Ambicionz, where she leverages over a decade of experience to drive digital growth and innovation. With a keen eye for emerging trends, Doreen excels in crafting strategies that enhance brand visibility and engagement. Passionate about empowering businesses, she has a proven track record of delivering transformative results for a diverse portfolio of clients. Outside of work, Doreen enjoys exploring the intersection of technology and creativity, often immersing herself in learning the latest technology on the market to help her better serve her clients.More...
Lacy Boggs
Content marketer@The Content Direction Agency
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I have more than a dozen years experience crafting content and content strategy for small businesses.More...
Ryan Telford
Service Delivery Manager@Palo Alto Networks
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Ryan Telford is an accomplished Service Delivery Manager at Palo Alto Networks, where he leverages over a decade of experience in cybersecurity and client management to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction. Known for his strategic approach, Ryan has successfully led cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions that have reduced incident response times by 30%. His commitment to excellence and proactive leadership style have earned him recognition as a pivotal figure in strengthening client relationships and driving operational improvements. Outside of work, Ryan is passionate about mentoring young professionals in the tech industry and is an avid supporter of STEM education initiatives.More...
Shannon Kalayanamitr
Founder & CEO@Ikigai Advisory
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Trailblazing SEA tech leader and women’s advocate with 20+ years scaling ventures like Lazada Thailand and exited founder of Moxy (merged into Orami), driving e-commerce growth for women across Thailand and Indonesia. Led 5G Catalyst Technologies, delivering smart city data solutions for sustainability. Venture Partner at Gobi Partners, shaping Pan-Asia VC investments. Founded Ikigai Group to boost SEA entrepreneurs’ growth. Shark on Shark Tank Thailand. Women Tech Entrepreneur and Leadership Advocate and Coach. Ex-Lehman Brothers and Ex-PwC, Chulalongkorn adjunct professor and mother of twin girls.More...
Rich Lamphere
Sr Technical Support Manager
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With over a decade of leadership experience in customer support and operations, I specialize in building high-performing, customer-centric teams in fast-paced, remote environments. I’ve led multiple support functions across industries, including healthcare technology and communications, and have a proven track record of driving measurable improvements in performance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
At Twilio, I launched a new Consumer Trust support team from the ground up—establishing KPIs, service level agreements, and a clear mission, which led to a 63% reduction in executive-level escalations. I’m highly experienced with CRM platforms like Zendesk, ServiceNow, and SAP, and bring strong working knowledge of reporting and analytics tools including Tableau and Looker. My leadership approach centers on structured coaching, data-driven decision-making, and creating a culture of accountability and continuous growth.More...
David Toti
Senior Equity Research Analyst - REITs
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David Toti is a seasoned financial professional specializing in Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). He currently holds the position of Senior Equity Research Analyst, where he leverages his extensive knowledge and experience to analyze and predict market trends. Throughout his career, Toti has developed a keen understanding of equity markets and the role of REITs within them. His ability to dissect complex financial data and translate it into actionable investment strategies has made him a key figure in the field. Toti's expertise is not limited to REITs, as he also has a comprehensive understanding of the broader finance sector. With a strong commitment to accuracy and integrity, he continues to provide insightful analysis to inform sound investment decisions.More...
Nigel Sedgwick
CEO@Gyrosystem Ltd
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A User Experience Research/IxD/UX specialist, passionate about User-Centered Design, UX Design and creating Accessible Digital Products. I’m an advocate for rapid-iterative testing during development & digital product discovery. With many years’ experience building large-scale web applications, I’m also an Interaction & Accessibility (WCAG 2.2) Designer and GDS Prototype Toolkit Developer (with over 35 years’ experience of the full project lifecycle, gained in Government, Defence, Telecoms, Finance, Media & Ecommerce).More...
Martin Heslin
Senior Financial Systems Analyst@Wolters Kluwer
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I use SQL, Python, Tableau, and other tools to create useful data extracts and insightful analysis.
I am able to create automated schedules using open source tools such as Bash and Cron. If a task can be automated I automate it thus optimizing my time.More...
Gautham Devlekar
Managing Partner/Director@6T Degrees LLP
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With close to 3 decades of corporate experience across finance, technology and entrepreneurship in the areas of sports management, hospitality and CRM, I bring to the table a varied range of experiences. I am currently an active mentor/advisor for start ups, run a community for women golfers in Asia and an NGO for people with disabilities.More...
Mark Katz
CIO
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Mark Katz stands at the forefront of technology leadership, boasting over two decades of experience across various industries, including high-stakes roles in finance, insurance, media, and pharmaceutical sectors. Renowned for his transformative leadership, Katz has distinguished himself as a catalyst for digital innovation and organizational cultural evolution. He earned the "Voice of Truth" moniker for his unwavering commitment to transparency, honesty, and integrity.
At the cutting edge of the startup ecosystem, Katz currently propels growth at SWITCHCHORD, a dynamic pre-seed music media venture, through strategic capital acquisition and comprehensive project management. His tenure at RYLTI, a series B-funded startup, showcased his versatility in roles spanning advisory, project management, and business development, with a keen focus on project delivery and risk assessment.
Previously, as a Senior Principal at HP Marin Group, Katz delivered expert CIO advisory services, guiding firms in finance, insurance, manufacturing, and media through complex digital landscapes. His visionary leadership as CIO for ASCAP led to groundbreaking achievements, including the pioneering adoption of Open Space Agile and developing a cutting-edge performance matching system, resulting in a CIO 100 Award and a 600% increase in performance metrics.
Katz's leadership philosophy transcends conventional boundaries, advocating for a cohesive, business-aligned approach that fosters collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation. His early career, enriched by management training at Chemical Bank, laid the groundwork for a storied career, including rapid post-crisis recovery efforts and leading a critical IPO carve-out for Syncora Guarantee from XL Capital.
Holding master's degrees from the University of Chicago and Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts from SUNY Binghamton University, Katz is not only a strategic thinker but also a thought leader and published author. He contributes insights to Financial Technology Today and FoMore...
Romain JEANJEAN
Real estate investment and financial advisory@ARECAP Ltd. - Director
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Romain Jeanjean is a real estate investment and finance expert with over 20 years of experience across Europe in investment banking, corporate finance advisory, and real estate asset management. Actively looking for projects or consulting roles.
As a Partner at CODAPRIM, a real estate asset management firm, he specializes in strategy, sourcing, and structuring real estate investments, with a particular focus on residential and alternative assets (healthcare, logistics, etc.). Recently, he contributed to the acquisition of the property of a children’s psychiatric hospital and invested equity in a residential development project of 73 apartments in the French Geneva region. CODAPRIM, historically active in France, is now expanding its activities in Switzerland with a strategy focused on yield-generating assets on one hand and high value-creation potential assets on the other, catering to the demands of its investors who seek diversification in resilient and promising markets.
As the Managing Partner of ARECAP Ltd., Romain has supported investment funds, developers, and UHNW individuals and families in capital raising, debt structuring, capital cost reduction, arbitrage, and investment advisory, with over 40 transactions completed in the last five years. Notably, he advised Round Hill Capital on a forward purchase of 210 apartments for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games Media Village, Invesco on the purchase of 115 residential units in the French Geneva region (€35m), and previously Apollo on the acquisition of a logistics portfolio in France (370,000 m²).
Romain also held investment banking positions at JPMorgan, HSBC, and Lehman Brothers in London, where he lived for 18 years, managing M&A transactions, IPOs, and capital raising operations for leading European groups.
He holds a Master’s in Finance from London Business School and an MBA from EM Lyon, and he is fluent in French and English, with proficiency in German. An avid water sports enthusiast, his crew has been awarded several times, notably in the Cowes WeekMore...
Tonino Belmonte
Director@Beaumont Consolidated Holdings Pty Ltd
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30 year Venture Capitalist with over 60 significant exits.
Mentor to startups at StartX. Consultant to Fortune 500 companies, SWF’s, Pension Funds, Banks, Family Offices, Private companies and entrepreneurs.More...
Joseph de Castelnau
CTO/CPO@Syncresia
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I solve your technical problems from product inception, to systems architecture to go to market strategy (making sure your products will be marketed well, not just created and sitting on a shelf).
I use data and hypothesis-based techniques to get to data-supported results. No vanity metrics.More...
Jai Gohill
IT project Manager (Freelancer)@Heubach GmbH
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Jai Gohill, as a Freelancer IT Project Manager at Heubach GmbH, is responsible for overseeing various IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of all stakeholders. He is skilled in coordinating teams, managing resources, and troubleshooting technical issues. He also plays a crucial role in developing project plans, setting timelines, and communicating progress to stakeholders. His expertise and dedication contribute significantly to the successful execution of IT projects at Heubach GmbH.More...
Jean Safar
CTO / Chief Architect@Hyper trading labs
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As Jean Safar, CTO/Chief Architect at Hyper Trading Labs, I have successfully led the development and implementation of advanced trading systems. I have spearheaded numerous technological innovations, ensuring our systems remain at the forefront of the industry. I have also built high-performing tech teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.More...