Global Settlement Network

Founding team member and Chief Product Officer
globalsettlement.com

Chief Product Officer

Cryptan Labs

One of the founding partners of Cryptan Labs, an emerging tech Web3 and ai-based venture studio working with companies from pre-seed to series A. 

Areas of expertise include: Technical roadmapping, technical due diligence, early product development, user experience research, prototyping, and more.

Co Founder & Head of Development

Yuzu Health

Special Operations | Head of Support

Birdwell Solutions

Started Birdwell Solutions to build mobile apps, web apps, and custom software for startups and small businesses. We specialized in early stage product development and web3 tech (dApps, blockchain, NFTs, metaverse, cryptocurrency, DAOs, DeFi, etc...)

Co-Founder and CEO

Capital Entrepreneurs

A grassroots community organization for startups, entrepreneurs, and community leaders in Madison

Officer

Virtual United Inc.

Our virtual event platform gives communities a space for informal networking, intentional relationship building, and authentic interactions

Founder

gener8tor

At gALPHA we focus on business ideation and collaboration to provide early stage ideas the tools they need to become high growth companies in any industry

gALPHA Associate

University of Wisconsin-Madison

I was a friendly and energetic IT guy who delivered computers to university customers all over campus. Every computer I delivered was accompanied by a smile and people were always happy to see me

Facilitated projects, delegated workflow, created documentation, serviced customers, led student field services team

Cheerful IT Guy Delivering Computers

The Uptown Diner

If you ever visit uptown Minneapolis, go here. Even 5+ years later this place still feels like home and I know most of the staff on a first name basis and receive the employee discount 🤫

Started as host quickly promoted to food runner and then to to-go server and finally server
Took care of patrons and developed regular customers with exceptional service

Server at my all-time Favorite Restaurant

The Minikahda Club

My first job, started during my freshman year of highschool. Taught me that you can have as much fun while playing golf as you want - you can be great and it can be a horrible experience, or you can take 12 shots per hole and have a blast

Caddie

Building the future of tokenized assets
3+ Companies founded. 30+ Applications built. 100+ Companies advised. Product Development, blockchain, and AI expert. 
Benny leads development teams to build emerging tech products.

Minneapolis ✈️ Madison, WI ✈️ Austin ✈️ Miami 📍

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Fungtio

As COO of Fungtio, I oversee the strategy and operations behind our premium, filler-free mushroom blends. My role spans building our brand, managing the website, fostering partnerships, and ensuring every aspect of the business operates smoothly and efficiently.

Every day, I focus on creating a seamless experience for our customers while driving growth and ensuring Fungtio stays at the forefront of modern wellness.

Chief Operating Officer & Co-Founder

Raze

Raze is a private fundraising platform for startups and investors that checks all the boxes. Startups and existing businesses in the U.S. and around the globe can design, set up, and deploy their raise by issuing equity, revenue shares, tokens, and SAFE agreements to accredited investors.

Business Development Associate

Angel Labs

Evaluated over 100 founding teams with innovative Web 3 concepts for an accelerator cohort of 16.
Strategized best practices to launch Web 2.5 products and seamlessly onboard Web 2 communities.
Coordinated and created program content including the Financial, Technology, and Marketing Stacks.

Program Operations Lead

Ethernity Chain

Coordinated a $20mm Seed raise to launch new verticals within the NFT marketplace ecosystem.
Pitched and closed investors, talent, and artists within the crypto community, both virtually and in person.
Created and maintained excel sheets to document financial progress and provide financial updates.
Researched and strategized with my team to deliver innovative Web 3 results for investors and customers.

Investor Relations & Raise Coordinator

Tucker Green Consulting, Inc

Executed effective fundraising strategies for public servants, most notably for a Manhattan DA candidate and Congresswoman.
Delivered weekly financial reports.
Corresponded with various donors and elected officials' offices via phone, email, and various social media platforms, while representing clients at the highest standards.
Analyzed contributor data, identified potential contributors through various databases, and prepared daily briefs.
Planned and managed campaign fundraising events.

Associate

Updated campaign software and databases to enhance campaign efficiency.
Brainstormed political ads for mail and digital platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
Created fundraising event invites using Adobe and Canva.

Fundraising Intern

Deakin University

Co-authored a Systematic Literature Review published in Gut Microbiota.
Analyzed data for numerous research studies for a literature review concerning microbiology and gastrointestinal symptoms. 
Recruited, organized, and evaluated over 50 participants for a clinical research trial involving dairy, depressive symptoms, and gut flora.
Coordinated the distribution of supplies for double-blinded clinical trial daily.
Consulted with financiers of research study to confirm the clinical trial’s progress.
Performed cognitive ability tests on participants at baseline and final appointments.

Research Assistant

Riverside Community Care

Aided patients in all phases of rehabilitation including, but not limited to locating housing, legal help, and disability services.
Guided and assisted group therapy sessions including Health & Wellness, Recovery, and Mindfulness.
Expedited the patient waitlist and assisted in the transition from paper to digital format.

Intern

Derner School of Psychology, Adelphi University

Transcribed psychotherapy sessions for research on ruptures between patients and therapists - over 40 hours a week.
Evaluated research progress and suggested more inclusive additions to the materials used for research.

I am a Wellesley 2020 Graduate and business professional in the web3 & startup industry.
Interested in Venture Capital, Investing, and Health & Wellness. 
Always looking for opportunities to give back to my community.
Happy to connect with innovative professionals over a coffee or a Zoom!

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