Portfolio founder, operator, investor and futurist interested in the next.
Hands-on investor in startups focused on Web3, Crypto, NFT, and Metaverse spaces. Working on Candle, a Web3 DAO project aiming to bring the next billion into the digital economy.
Building OPPY, an AI-native career co-pilot and opportunity platform that provides personalized AI career agents offering continuous guidance, skill development recommendations, and job matching. OPPY connects individuals to learning opportunities, work, and innovative solutions through a decentralized ecosystem where talent, employers, educators, and developers unite to create a more efficient and equitable job market. Leveraging AI and blockchain to ensure data privacy, enhance trust, and provide incentives for participation.
projectcandle.ai →Advisor and former Board Member at non-profit Kherut whose unique 501(c)(3) model provides victims of sexual trafficking personal and employment development to rebuild their lives.
Advisor to nonprofit focused on the local development of the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Currently writing a book on the nature of demand in the AI age.
Co-host of AI Gone Mad, a podcast focused on the human impact of AI.
Substack publications:
demandbook.substack.com → aigonemad.substack.com →I've had the fortune of working with people who love what they do on innovative technology ventures in a variety of industries, including healthcare, finance, cybersecurity, energy, entertainment, software, gaming, metaverse, blockchain, education, and more.
Founded one of the first internet development firms in the world and grew it to over 400 clients over a decade, working with clients such as AT&T, Raytheon Technologies, Disney, NTT/Verio and more.
Co-founded a $2M funded social community and aggregator of personal and corporate security hardware and services. In 2010, co-founded a Digg/Shark Tank hybrid social site, PitchMeTV aimed at helping startups get exposure to partners and funding. In 2020 worked on a social platform centered around pet health and well-being.
Co-founded metaverse pioneer, Immersive Entertainment, whose unique world-building software blended state-of-the-art game mechanics, AI, and blockchain to create immersive, malleable worlds.