CEO at Nivanta Consulting, consultant and trainer in corporate finance focused on business intelligence.

I am specialized in finance with more than 15 years of experience aimed on planning, budgeting, financial models and cash flow control.

I have been a university trainer in postgraduate Finance teaching about capital markets, equities and trading.

Extensive knowledge in the use of Business Intelligence tools such as Power BI to apply them in financial management, which facilitate decision-making regarding the profitability, liquidity and solvency of companies.

CEO at Nivanta Consulting, consultant and trainer in corporate finance focused on business intelligence. I am specialized in finance with more than 15 years of experience aimed on planning, budgeting, financial models and cash flow control. I h... Show more

Mike is the Founder and CEO of NTM Advisory, with over 15 years of experience across both Consulting and Industry. He is known for his ability to navigate complexity and lead diverse teams, particularly in the financial services, healthcare, and retail sectors. Mike's expertise spans Cybersecurity, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, and IT Risk Advisory, honed during his decade long tenure at PwC. He is adept at designing security and privacy programs and has practical experience implementing and operating them as a former CISO.

Mike holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Notre Dame and a Global Executive MBA from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. He holds the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification and is in the process of obtaining the Certified CISO credential. He also holds the ITIL Foundations certification, and previously held the AWS Solutions Architect and CAPM certifications, demonstrating his commitment to excellence in multiple domains.

Mike lives near Boulder, Colorado and enjoys exploring the outdoors with his wife and 3 kids.

Mike is the Founder and CEO of NTM Advisory, with over 15 years of experience across both Consulting and Industry. He is known for his ability to navigate complexity and lead diverse teams, particularly in the financial services, healthcare, and reta... Show more

I am Clas Beese, an experienced freelance journalist and content creator for fintech with a deep understanding of the financial technology industry. Since the beginning of 2024, I have been self-employed and dedicated to my passion: creating high-quality journalistic content on fintech, digitalisation and innovation in the financial sector.

With almost 15 years of experience in the fintech world, I have extensive knowledge in fintech content creation. My professional background includes producing industry events, management roles and managing a limited company. I also founded a fintech startup. And made a mess of it. Today, I focus entirely on producing informative and engaging content for digital and print media, newsletters, social media and podcasts.

My strengths are strategy, performance-orientation and imagination, which help me to successfully shape my work as a freelance content creator. With a background in business administration and several business start-ups, I have commercial qualifications and entrepreneurial experience.

I am Clas Beese, an experienced freelance journalist and content creator for fintech with a deep understanding of the financial technology industry. Since the beginning of 2024, I have been self-employed and dedicated to my passion: creating high-qua... Show more

Jessilyn Persson is a wealth coach, speaker, and author who specializes in helping high-achieving couples and women take control of their financial futures. After overcoming burnout and workplace challenges, Jessilyn and her husband built a successful real estate business, transforming their financial journey into a life of freedom and abundance. Now, she shares her expertise through engaging keynotes, offering practical strategies for aligning wealth goals, strengthening relationships, and creating financial independence.

With over two decades of experience in the corporate and public sectors, Jessilyn empowers her audiences to shift their mindsets, embrace the power of choice, and build a wealth strategy that works for their unique goals. Her inspiring talks provide actionable steps for achieving financial freedom, reducing stress, and designing a life by choice—not by chance.

Jessilyn Persson is a wealth coach, speaker, and author who specializes in helping high-achieving couples and women take control of their financial futures. After overcoming burnout and workplace challenges, Jessilyn and her husband built a successfu... Show more

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Vishal Chawla: Cybersecurity Visionary Committed to Protecting Our Digital World

With over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity, Vishal Chawla has dedicated his career to safeguarding businesses and society from the escalating threats posed by cybercriminals. As the Founder and CEO of BluOcean Cyber, Vishal was driven by a vision to create a future where trust, security, and resilience are at the heart of technology. His mission is clear: to use his expertise, deep research, and forward-thinking strategies to help businesses not just defend against cyber threats, but to anticipate and outsmart them.

Vishal’s approach to cybersecurity is rooted in understanding the mindset of cybercriminals. He believes that to effectively combat digital heists, we must “think like a cybercriminal to beat them at their own game.” This perspective has shaped the innovative strategies and solutions that BluOcean Cyber offers today, earning recognition from major organizations and securing partnerships with global Fortune 100 companies. His work has directly impacted industries such as financial services, healthcare, technology, and manufacturing, where he has helped firms build robust cybersecurity programs tailored to withstand sophisticated cyberattacks.

Before founding BluOcean Cyber, Vishal held transformative leadership roles at Deloitte, PwC, and Grant Thornton, where he not only led cybersecurity practices but also redefined how businesses approach cyber risk management. These roles equipped him with the unique ability to advise companies on how to protect their most valuable assets, ensuring business continuity, customer trust, and compliance with global regulations.

Beyond his corporate achievements, Vishal serves as a strategic advisor to cybersecurity startups and BluVentures Investors, advocating for a proactive approach to cybersecurity that emphasizes understanding and mitigating business risks. His thought leadership is widely recognized through his contributions to The Wall Street Journal, MIT Review Magazine, and other leading publications, where he discusses pressing cybersecurity challenges and solutions.

Vishal’s passion extends to speaking engagements, where he shares insights on topics like cyber risk management, business continuity, and proactive defense strategies. His presentations, including “Think Like a Cyber Criminal to Protect Your Business in the Age of Digital Heists,” offer practical, cutting-edge advice to help organizations outsmart cyber threats.

If you seek a passionate, knowledgeable speaker who is committed to securing the digital future and equipping businesses to withstand and overcome the dangers of cybercrime, Vishal Chawla is the expert you need.

To learn how BluOcean Cyber can partner with you to secure your business, schedule a consultation at calendly.com/bluocean.

Vishal Chawla: Cybersecurity Visionary Committed to Protecting Our Digital World With over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity, Vishal Chawla has dedicated his career to safeguarding businesses and society from the escalating threats posed by ... Show more

A Tedx speaker and a 15-year veteran in the financial technology industry, Armando Pantoja has successfully led technology growth and innovation at some of the world’s largest companies including Home Depot & AAA. in 2016, Armando transitioned from his software engineering leadership role at AAA to the blockchain and crypto world when he created ICORanker, an AI-driven web application that allowed investors to easily assess new crypto projects. After a multimillion-dollar buyout by a publicly traded company, Armando has become a respected thought leader in the cryptocurrency space and known worldwide as a disciplined, focused and influential cryptocurrency, finance & technology innovator.

In 2017, Pantoja chose to sell ICORanker.com to Codebase Ventures, a publicly traded company for $2.5 million. This choice made him a millionaire and gave him the foundation and funds to start Quant Index, a company focused on investing and developing emerging tech.

In 2020, Armando was awarded the IBM Blockchain Award for his innovations in using Blockchain to Crowdsource COVID-19 Solutions.

in 2022, Along with Kevin O’leary, Armando was added to the Benzinga Advisory Council for Blockchain & Cryptocurrency

Advanced Bio
College Education
- 2001-2005 – Bachelor of Science, Computer Science/Engineering, Austin Peay State University, Tennessee
- 2000-2005 – Bachelor of Arts, Languages and Literature, Austin Peay State University, Tennessee
Post college
A regular contributor to CompTIA (the largest certification company in the country) as a Subject Matter Expert. I offer my expertise to write and prepare new certification exams for software security.
Regular Contributor to 2600 Magazine.
Continued research in software security, cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.
Presented at conferences in US, Latin America, and Europe as a Thought Leader on cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.
Considered one of the foremost Financial Technology experts in the world.

A Tedx speaker and a 15-year veteran in the financial technology industry, Armando Pantoja has successfully led technology growth and innovation at some of the world’s largest companies including Home Depot & AAA. in 2016, Armando transitioned from h... Show more

Com sólida carreira em Segurança da Informação, Vinicius Fritzen atuou em multinacionais e instituições financeiras como Banco Mercantil e Cresol - onde sustentava todo o ecossistema antifraude.
Especialista em Prevenção a Golpes e Fraudes, é reconhecido por seu networking, visão estratégica e habilidades de comunicação entre diferentes times, agindo como um importante elo entre o Negócio, Canais Digitais e Segurança. Premiado por promover um aculturamento mais amplo -e então assertivo- sobre Segurança da Informação nos diferentes setores e equipes, aborda com descontração temas relevantes de prevenção a golpes e fraudes digitais.

Com sólida carreira em Segurança da Informação, Vinicius Fritzen atuou em multinacionais e instituições financeiras como Banco Mercantil e Cresol - onde sustentava todo o ecossistema antifraude. Especialista em Prevenção a Golpes e Fraudes, é recon... Show more

Sheri Michele is the CEO and Founder of Sudden Success Business Solutions- a woman-owned enterprise serving clients across the nation, with a long history of providing small business growth solutions. She helps thousands of individuals develop as CEO and dedicated herself to finding only the BEST, MOST EXCELLENT & HIGH-CALIBRE Virtual Assistants to help you reach uttermost productivity in YOUR business and day-to-day life.

She's also an Investor and Leadership Expert who went from $0 to earning seven figures. Her first investment did not go as she planned. She lost $100,000.00, which was an eye-opening experience that woke her up to understand that she had a big responsibility - to help others who may be in the same boat as she was. Instead of quitting like most entrepreneurs do when they hit the rock-bottom, she pivoted into finance to inspire and help other business owners and entrepreneurs from making the biggest mistake in starting their businesses. She helped them fund their business, build a team, and better their financial journey. After her devastating entrepreneurial journey in 2018, she was able to build her business successfully.

Sheri Michele is the CEO and Founder of Sudden Success Business Solutions- a woman-owned enterprise serving clients across the nation, with a long history of providing small business growth solutions. She helps thousands of individuals develop as CEO... Show more

Brandon is a Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Sunset Ventures, a preseed fund based in Los Angeles & San Francisco.

He has invested into notable companies, such as Ready Player Me, Yuga Labs, The Sandbox, Wyre, Immunefi, and Prime Trust.

Prior to Sunset, he was an investor at Samsung Next, where he led the efforts around Web3, gaming, Metaverse, NFTs, and fintech focus areas.

Before Samsung, he was an equity research analyst at Morgan Stanley covering the Internet sector, including areas such as gaming, ecommerce, social, adtech, and payments.

He received MBA and MPA degrees from The Wharton School and Harvard Kennedy School.

Brandon is a Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Sunset Ventures, a preseed fund based in Los Angeles & San Francisco. He has invested into notable companies, such as Ready Player Me, Yuga Labs, The Sandbox, Wyre, Immunefi, and Prime Trust. Prior ... Show more

Quintus Hegie works as a big data quantitative analyst in the finance and marketing sector. He has over 30 years of programming experiences, from games to webportals and corporate API services. Years ago he stumbled upon the power of mind training in Las Vegas to learn new skills faster and solve coding solutions at work instantly. Besides his work in data analytics he now travels the world as a master mentalist to give awesome mind-trainings for developers, nerds and other techies.

Quintus Hegie works as a big data quantitative analyst in the finance and marketing sector. He has over 30 years of programming experiences, from games to webportals and corporate API services. Years ago he stumbled upon the power of mind training in... Show more

I'm the Founder and CEO of SyFu.
SyFu is a new Web3 finance app featuring a "Live to Earn" mechanism that transforms payment data into digital assets.
Users can earn tokens and NFTs by nurturing the iconic Japanese "Lucky Cat" NFT through their daily spending and payment data. This Tamagotchi-like experience connects real-life spending with economic contributions, creating an entirely new consumer experience.

I'm the Founder and CEO of SyFu. SyFu is a new Web3 finance app featuring a "Live to Earn" mechanism that transforms payment data into digital assets. Users can earn tokens and NFTs by nurturing the iconic Japanese "Lucky Cat" NFT through their dai... Show more

In her capacity as the Risk and Compliance Manager, Elizabeth Bemah Amankwah drives the overall Enterprise Risk Management of Omni Strategies by formulating and executing information security policies with her extensive understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and regulations. Elizabeth leverages proficient business acumen, critical thinking skills, proactive problem-solving, and collaborative communication to identify, mitigate information security risks and give management the needed assurance that optimizes overall business objectives.

Elizabeth’s portfolio spans people management, strategic planning, project management, data privacy, change management, regulatory compliance, risk management and business continuity planning. Elizabeth has led teams and engaged executive management, stakeholders, as well as cross-functional teams to conduct IT and cybersecurity assessments and audits to test controls against policies, evaluate the effectiveness of such controls and recommend improvements to enhance business resilience.

Elizabeth is a Certified ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, One Trust Privacy Professional and a PECB Certified Trainer. She is an industry professional member of Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS), a member of Innovation Women speaking network and a mentor of WiCyS West Africa Affiliate. She is passionate about mentoring that impacts the younger generation, empowering women to take up roles in cybersecurity and leaving an indelible mark in all spheres of her life.

In her capacity as the Risk and Compliance Manager, Elizabeth Bemah Amankwah drives the overall Enterprise Risk Management of Omni Strategies by formulating and executing information security policies with her extensive understanding of cybersecurity... Show more

Over 25 years of expertise in leading large-scale Agile transformations across diverse industries. With a background spanning Technology, financial services, hospitality, telecommunications, healthcare, and consumer goods, Ro has been deeply involved in Lean-Agile since 2006 and actively engaged in the Scaled Agile Framework since 2016.
Her proficiency extends to implementing Lean-Agile Centers of Excellence, collaborating with Organizational Change/Leadership, HR, and Finance to foster business agility. Ro is renowned for her exceptional relationship-building skills, excelling in breaking down organizational silos and ensuring alignment between business and IT. She is dedicated to realizing a unified vision for value delivery to customers.
Ro's professional journey began at IBM, where she applied Lean/Agile through Lean Six Sigma work, leading global restructuring, global platform implementations, and fostering collaboration between IT and business. Her commitment to continuous learning has been a driving force behind her success in leading Agile transformations. Ro has a proven track record of establishing cross-functional teams through organizational change, alignment, and collaborative efforts, all guided by a shared vision, mission, purpose, and goals.

Over 25 years of expertise in leading large-scale Agile transformations across diverse industries. With a background spanning Technology, financial services, hospitality, telecommunications, healthcare, and consumer goods, Ro has been deeply involved... Show more

Daniyar Zhanbekov pursued higher education at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, known for its rigorous engineering programs. Here, he distinguished himself by receiving the All-USA Academic Team award, which honors collegiate students who excel academically while significantly contributing to their communities. His educational journey set a solid foundation for his burgeoning career.

After college, Daniyar entered the corporate world at Bain & Company, a leading global management consulting firm, where he developed essential business strategy and operations skills. His drive and ambition led him to Wall Street, where he secured a position at Lehman Brothers. In their Technology Media and Telecom group, he worked on significant investment projects in New York and London, honing his expertise in the financial sector.

In 2007, Daniyar returned to Kazakhstan, joining Renaissance Capital, where he quickly advanced due to his proficiency in managing complex deals and strategic initiatives. He later moved into private equity, taking on the role of Director of Investments at a renowned firm, where he managed significant investments in telecoms and retail. He also founded the Kazakhstan Hong Development Fund, a $400 million investment fund collaborating with top Hong Kong investors and the Kazakh government.

Daniyar Zhanbekov pursued higher education at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, known for its rigorous engineering programs. Here, he distinguished himself by receiving the All-USA Academic Team award, which honors collegiate students w... Show more

Dr. Danesha “Dee” Chisholm is a first-generation college graduate, who earned her Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business, a Master of Accountancy (MAcc) and joint Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance from Rutgers University – Rutgers Business School, graduating with highest honors. As a solution-focused leader with 15+ years of expertise in the areas of accounting, risk management, business strategy and compliance, Dr. Chisholm is locally recognized as a leader who encourages teamwork, collaboration, and inclusiveness.

Dr. Chisholm is currently a Global Senior Compliance Manager for Microsoft Corporation, where she engages directly with partners to mitigate corruption risk. Prior to Microsoft, Dr. Chisholm was the youngest Risk & Compliance Manager to work for the Office of the Chief Risk Officer (OCRO) for District of Columbia Government, where she laid the groundwork for the implementation of the organization’s first enterprise-risk management (ERM) program. Prior to the OCRO, Dr. Chisholm managed and provided quality assurance oversight for 25+ audit teams in the execution of mortgage servicer compliance reviews and developed a consistent compliance monitoring approach for various multi-million-dollar Federal programs within TARP (Troubled Asset Relief Program) for the US Department of Treasury. Additionally, in response to the coronavirus pandemic, Dr. Chisholm worked part-time as a Remote Course Facilitator for Drexel University, where she assisted faculty with the technical and administrative aspects of moving face-to-face (F2F) courses to a remote format, while supporting the remote learning environment.

Committed to community outreach and professional development, Dr. Chisholm is active in several community and professional organizations including the Prince Georges County Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board (PTAAB), where she was appointed by Maryland’s governor to serve as a Board member, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) – DC Chapter, where she leads the Governance Committee as a Board Director, and her beloved sorority, Delta Sigma Theta, where she is the Chair of the Internal Audit Committee. Additionally, Dr. Chisholm was named one of Maryland’s Top 40 under 40 for two consecutive years (The Daily Record (2021) and The Washington Business Journal (2022)) and most recently, she was just recognized as one of Maryland’s Top 100 Women in 2022.

Dr. Chisholm is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) and holds the Certified in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) designation.

Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Chisholm currently lives in Central Maryland and in her spare time, she enjoys bowling, cooking, riding her motorcycle and spending time with her miniature wiener dog, Bella.

Dr. Danesha “Dee” Chisholm is a first-generation college graduate, who earned her Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business, a Master of Accountancy (MAcc) and joint Bachelor of Science in Accounting a... Show more

Paul is an Enterprise Agility Leader at KeyBank who has over a decade of experience in IT, holds an MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University, multiple IT and Agile certifications. He has a passion for dynamically transforming organizations to deliver exceptional business value that exceeds outcomes through inclusive collaboration, empowerment, engagement, creativity, and continuous improvement. He is resolute on driving and implementing Agile principles, practices, and scaled Agile structures to solve difficult and complex challenges, promoting self-organization, self-management, and servant leadership, driven by an empathetic approach, guided by a human-centered growth mindset, and unwavering optimism.

Paul is an Enterprise Agility Leader at KeyBank who has over a decade of experience in IT, holds an MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University, multiple IT and Agile certifications. He has a passion for dynamically transforming organizations to deliver exc... Show more

I am currently a Solutions Architect SR specialized in bank migrations with more than 8 years in the Latam sector, of which I helped to migrate in more than 5 banks successfully!

I am currently a Solutions Architect SR specialized in bank migrations with more than 8 years in the Latam sector, of which I helped to migrate in more than 5 banks successfully! Show more

Strategist, innovator, data interpreter, futurist. JP Soltesz brings decades of experience from a variety of industries, from the media to financial services, technology to commercial real estate, and economic consulting to insurance. JP has experience leading strategic planning at both startups and at global conglomerates like GE, where he helped define how the Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT), 3-D Printing, and Open and Crowd Sourcing would shape the future of work.

At his speaking events, JP weaves data analysis with engaging anecdotes drawn from his experience in Sales, Marketing, and Corporate Strategic leadership roles.

JP authored a white paper titled The Workforce of the Future, examining how AI, predictive analytics, and advanced manufacturing will change the way humans are put to work.

JP has spoken at dozens of events and conferences, including:
- The Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference Opening Plenary, St. Johns, Canada
- Minds and Machines, San Francisco, USA
- The American Chamber of Commerce 25th Anniversary of Doing Business in Hungary, Budapest, Hungary
- GE’s XLP Conference, Dubai, UAE

JP ends his talks, blog posts, and presentations with the uplifting words “Keep Working Everyone” to encourage audiences to be proactive and productive members of the global workforce and economy.

Strategist, innovator, data interpreter, futurist. JP Soltesz brings decades of experience from a variety of industries, from the media to financial services, technology to commercial real estate, and economic consulting to insurance. JP has experien... Show more

Chema Garcia works with Santander Corporate & Investment Banking in the IT transformation leveraging his deep experience in Agile, product and digital transformations such as the ones he also led in BBVA Spain and Argentina. Chema stands out as an expert in defining transformation strategies in large, global and multi-country companies. Additionally, he has trained and coached hundreds of people in Agile from development teams to C-suite and corporate members. He holds the SCP, SA from SAFe, SPS Scrum Org, CSM Scrum alliance certifications. He earned a PhD in Supercomputing and Parallel Algorithms, a MSc in Engineer in Advanced Computer techniques and a BSc in Business Management.

Chema Garcia works with Santander Corporate & Investment Banking in the IT transformation leveraging his deep experience in Agile, product and digital transformations such as the ones he also led in BBVA Spain and Argentina. Chema stands out as an ex... Show more

Mr. Reda HACHIMY is CEO & Founder of Capital Quant Agency renowned for its data-driven solutions tailored to financial, investment and some public sector institutions. With a proven experience spanning both financial institutions and independent digital transformation consulting, Mr. HACHIMY brings a wealth of expertise to his role.

Mr. Reda HACHIMY is CEO & Founder of Capital Quant Agency renowned for its data-driven solutions tailored to financial, investment and some public sector institutions. With a proven experience spanning both financial institutions and independent digi... Show more

Entrepreneur, Executive Leader, Innovator, Visionary, and Creator. A disruptor of systemic barriers of poverty, inequality, and segregation. Providing accessibility of resources, opportunities, financial inclusion through the use of emerging technology such as digital finance, cryptocurrency, web 3, metaverse, blockchain, and financial literacy.

Entrepreneur, Executive Leader, Innovator, Visionary, and Creator. A disruptor of systemic barriers of poverty, inequality, and segregation. Providing accessibility of resources, opportunities, financial inclusion through the use of emerging technolo... Show more

John Halberstadt is Vice President, Consulting at LitheSpeed, providing strategic and tactical support to enterprises seeking to build and amplify their overall business agility and delivery of value.

He has over two decades of experience in leadership positions such as CIO, CTO, and Vice President of Technology, with a focus on Finance/FinTech and Insurance/InsurTech.

John's contributions to enhancing business agility extend beyond these industries. He has worked with a diverse range of sectors, including Healthcare, Retail, Utilities, and Artificial Intelligence, assisting organizations in their pursuit of greater agility and value realization from technology investments through Agile principles.

John Halberstadt is Vice President, Consulting at LitheSpeed, providing strategic and tactical support to enterprises seeking to build and amplify their overall business agility and delivery of value. He has over two decades of experience in leade... Show more

Executive business leader with integrity and demonstrated experience in discovering trends and implementing cost savings practices for many types of industry. Expertise lies in exceptional analytical, investigative, and problem-solving capabilities. These techniques are crucial for identifying organizational risk (balance sheet, IT, and regulatory) and determining whether to accept, transfer, or mitigate risk. Effective in identifying strategic opportunities, transforming complex data into competitive strategies and tactics for businesses, and driving development processes within simple or complex organizations. A confident communicator, negotiator, and motivator known for possessing strong relationship building skills coupled with the ability to collaborate and influence a broad spectrum of professionals across all levels of an organization. This leads to strategic partnerships and improved processes in complex environments.

Executive business leader with integrity and demonstrated experience in discovering trends and implementing cost savings practices for many types of industry. Expertise lies in exceptional analytical, investigative, and problem-solving capabilities. ... Show more

Neeti Dewan is a world-renowned Author, Speaker, and Global Finance Leader. She is the CEO of Platinum AdvantEdge, a firm focused on helping startups and mid-size companies by providing fractional CFO Services, international business growth strategies, M&A and turnarounds. She has worked in the past as a National Leader for KPMG, Ryan, and PwC. Ms. Dewan is a successful serial entrepreneur. She is the co-founder of various startups.

Known as The Executive Yogi, she is the author of highly acclaimed business books, “From Executive to Yogi in Sixty Seconds” and “High Level Leadership, Low Level Stress”. She’s also a contributor to the book “The Sixth Level”.

Ms. Dewan has served on the Harvard University Women’s Leadership Board; currently serves on the TiE Atlanta Board, and Board of Indo-American Chamber of Commerce. She recently joined the Board of Directors of EV Hotel (https://evaihotels.com/) as the lead director.

Education: Neeti achieved a Master’s from Villanova University and a BA in Economics from California State University-Northridge.

Awards: She’s the recipient of numerous business awards and recognition for her leadership, including

· “10 BEST WOMEN LEADERS OF 2020 and 2021”

· National Diversity Council, “Most Influential Women in Business” in Georgia and Pennsylvania

· Directors & Boards Magazine, “Directors to Watch”
www.Neetidewan.com

Neeti Dewan is a world-renowned Author, Speaker, and Global Finance Leader. She is the CEO of Platinum AdvantEdge, a firm focused on helping startups and mid-size companies by providing fractional CFO Services, international business growth strategie... Show more

Matt's primary focus is pioneering platform development and content creation to bolster VanEck's leadership in the Web3 ecosystem. Currently, he is leading the creation of an advanced crypto-native, self-custody platform, with a strong emphasis on security and shared ownership of digital assets. This innovative platform serves as a testament to his forward-thinking approach and ambition to push the boundaries of what's achievable in the worlds of finance and technology.

Before assuming the role of Head of Web3, Matt Bartlett served as the Head of Internal Sales at VanEck. In this capacity, he oversaw operations at VanEck's office in Tampa, Florida. His previous leadership experience has laid a solid foundation for his current efforts in the Web3 space.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Technology Management from Saint Petersburg College and has earned the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation, further solidifying his expertise in financial and investment domains.

Matt Bartlett's journey at VanEck and his dedication to advancing the firm's Web3 vision are a testament to his exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to staying at the forefront of the rapidly evolving digital asset landscape. With his contributions, VanEck is well-positioned to make significant strides in the world of Web3 and digital asset management.

Matt's primary focus is pioneering platform development and content creation to bolster VanEck's leadership in the Web3 ecosystem. Currently, he is leading the creation of an advanced crypto-native, self-custody platform, with a strong emphasis on se... Show more

Background:

I am a seasoned professional with a strong background in Business Development, Financial Literacy Education, and Financial Management. With over 8 years of experience in various roles and industries, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the field of finance, business, and personal development.

Current Roles:

Head of Product Design and Business Development at Hamz Pay (a subsidiary of the Ham Group of Companies): In this capacity, I lead strategic initiatives in design, business development, and implementation of innovative financial products and with strategic partners to build and scale our information technology portfolio.

Director, Head of Business Development at Unscripted: Unscripted is a dynamic design and creative agency specializing in Marketing, Public Relations, Business Development, and Communications. My role involves overseeing client relationships, developing business strategies, and fostering growth for our clients.

Career Engagements:
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of collaborating with amazing individuals and organizations, including:

Captain George Michael Mukula MBA, PhD: I was a project lead for the abridged self help publication titled "Against The Odds: The Mindset of Extraordinary Achievers" by Captain Mike Mukula, a renowned figure in business and leadership.

Chairman of the GKK Group and Honorary Consul of Namibia Mr. Godfrey Kirumira: I have worked closely with Mr. Kirumira to enhance his digital presence including website development, brand development, social media management, and communications.

Rotary Club of Kampala North: I actively contributed to the club's financial and business development program in Siriba, Kiryandongo known as "Siriba Adopt a Community Project," as it aligned with my commitment to community development and transformation.

Stanbic Bank CSI Program: As a beneficiary and a financial literacy coach under the renowned Stanbic National Schools Championships program, together with the bank and it's program implementing partner, I took part in imparting essential financial knowledge and personal development contributing to the promotion of educational and financial awareness among students.

Livestock Development Forum, Le Memorial Medical Services, Pinnacle Analytica, and Grundstein Consult: My collaboration with these organizations encompassed diverse aspects of business development, strategy, and growth.

Key Expertise:

My expertise lies in Business Development, Financial Literacy & Financial Management Education and Professional Development. My passion lies in empowering individuals and organizations with the knowledge and skills required to navigate the complex world of business and finance effectively.

Background: I am a seasoned professional with a strong background in Business Development, Financial Literacy Education, and Financial Management. With over 8 years of experience in various roles and industries, I bring a wealth of knowledge and ... Show more

Jader Oliveira is a Platform Chapter Lead at ABN AMRO Bank. He specializes in Power Platform, Dynamics CRM, Software Development, Cloud, and DevOps. With +16 years of experience, he has honed his skills in delivering secure, maintainable, robust, and scalable solutions. His passion for innovation is evident in everything he does. Jader has lived and worked in South America and Europe, and has experience working in the insurance, banking, education, and healthcare sectors. He is driven to share his knowledge and expertise to inspire others. You can easily connect with Jader on LinkedIn.

Jader Oliveira is a Platform Chapter Lead at ABN AMRO Bank. He specializes in Power Platform, Dynamics CRM, Software Development, Cloud, and DevOps. With +16 years of experience, he has honed his skills in delivering secure, maintainable, robust, and... Show more

Marissa Gomez-Palmer is a Information Security and Governance, Risk, and Compliance Senior Leader with 12+ years of hands-on industry experience in Banking, Technology, Energy and FinTech who specializes in applying a holistic dynamic narrative risk strategy to help organizations understand their risk story. She holds a BA in English Literature from the University of Texas at Austin, MBA from Georgia State University, MA in International Management from IAE Sorbonne in Paris, France, Operations Management Certification from COPPEAD in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in addition to multiple professional certifications. Through-out her career she's received numerous awards while at JPMorgan Chase, Vrbo an Expedia Company and Marqeta. In 2020 she won the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GAHCC) Latinas in Leadership - Technology award. In 2021 she was honored as a woman who uplifts and inspires her community at the 2021 Texas Conference for Women during their Storyteller Program. Her most recent honor is being chosen as Grace Hopper Conference 23/24 Co-chair for the diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging (DEIB) track.

Marissa Gomez-Palmer is a Information Security and Governance, Risk, and Compliance Senior Leader with 12+ years of hands-on industry experience in Banking, Technology, Energy and FinTech who specializes in applying a holistic dynamic narrative risk ... Show more

Paweł Łaskarzewski is a seasoned, self-driven serial entrepreneur with a number of exits, and over two decades of experience spanning diverse sectors, including aerospace, fintech, AI, and biotech. He is the visionary Founder and CEO of Nomad Fulcrum, a groundbreaking project in the form of an Inflation-Resistant Stablecoin and RWA-secured DeFi protocol, presented as a Tokenized Fully Swiss-Regulated Hedge Fund. Micro, Macro & Crypto economy expert, DeFi maximalist, Mentor & Influencer.

Assisted numerous companies, including GameSwift, Animal Concerts, Nakamoto Games, Cookie3, and more. Moreover, he has been instrumental in integrating blockchain into traditional market businesses, collaborating with major players such as banks, gaming and entertainment sectors. As a hyperactive public speaker and fervent crypto evangelist, Paweł is a sought-after presence at major global conferences like NFT NYC, AIBC, Web Summit, ETH Events, Token2049, Zebu Live, Consensus etc. He is equally dedicated to local initiatives, regularly participating in events like Crypto Mondays, local community meetups, and engaging with audiences on platforms like Twitter Spaces, all in a bid to bring crypto and blockchain technologies to the masses.

Paweł Łaskarzewski is a seasoned, self-driven serial entrepreneur with a number of exits, and over two decades of experience spanning diverse sectors, including aerospace, fintech, AI, and biotech. He is the visionary Founder and CEO of Nomad Fulcrum... Show more