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Member Of The Board Of Advisors

Angel Club

Still learning. 

Current investments:
- Mailtrack https://www.mailtrack.io/
- Hireflix https://www.hireflix.com/
- Housers http://www.housers.com/
- Cabify http://www.cabify.com/
- Goin https://goin.one/
- Kasitoko https://kasitoko.com/
- Chicisimo https://chicisimo.com/
- Badi https://badi.com/
- Kasaz https://www.kasaz.com/
- BNext https://www.bnext.es/
- Lobster https://projectlobster.com/
- Seis https://www.seis.com

Angel Investor

Maestro

One of my biggest passions is helping others fast-forward their lives through Mentoring. Maestro is an exploratory project around how to make Mentoring accessible to anyone, no matter where you live or who you know. 

Key Milestones:
- Create a react native app for testing group interactions via short-form video
- Create filters for empowering conversations
- Start an online course (Day One) for helping first time tech founders achieve product market fit

Co-Founder and CEO (merged at Circles)

thesidewaysproject

Sideways is building the first fully autonomous wheelchair in the world. The applications are endless, from improving the internal operations in B2B spaces like hospitals, airports, shopping centers, up to changing the way we perceive an obsolete industry.

Key Achievements:
- Help the team with the go-to-market strategy, pivoting twice until finding product-market fit
- Create multiple minimum viable products for validating the business models and value proposition
- Help on the transition: Define a technical roadmap around the selected niche and implemented a pipeline for hiring a full-time CTO

Interim Chief Technology Officer

First autonomous wheelchair in the world.

Advisory

Tradecraft

Helped the team design, build and create internal tools for growth

Core Team

What is Tradecraft? The fastest way to break into the startup community. Collaborations:
- Astro App (Acquired by Slack) - deep user identification through data analysis
- YogiApproved (Top Yoga Website) - improved funnel conversion by onboarding redesign, product and content strategy

Student

Hyperloop Transportation Technologies, Inc.

I am responsible for artificial intelligence R&D projects in the organization.
- Define the product strategy and roadmaps
- Develop, manage and lead high-profile tech teams around these projects
- Understand potential customer needs and translate them into beautiful products 

Current technologies: artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, natural language understanding, natural language generation

Head of Innovation Labs (Artificial Intelligence / Data Science)

I develop secret projects in a secret Lab.

Product Manager

DISCOPERI Inc.

Discoperi mission is to save lives avoiding accidents through a connected car blockchain network. Their first product, System-eye is a sophisticated system aimed at increasing road safety, through connecting vehicles by leveraging:

- internet-of-things for cars
- big data analytics
- artificial intelligence
- blockchain

http://discoperi.com/

THECUBE Madrid

MIOTI (Madrid Institute of Internet of Things) Data Science teacher. 
The youngest in the class.

Professor

🎥 Building CIRCLES - Short videos for professionals | exHyperloop & angel investor

💡 This about page was generated by ChatGPT, an AI-powered language model.

🚀 Hi, I'm Manu Rueda, an AI expert and startup enthusiast. I specialize in developing AI solutions for various industries, with a focus on healthcare, finance and retail. My skills include machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision. I am always seeking new challenges and opportunities to grow in my field.

🔍 I am also highly focused on LinkedIn SEO, and I am always looking for ways to optimize my profile to become a top profile in AI and startups on LinkedIn. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and connecting with others in the AI and startup community.

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Manu Rueda

AIII Agency

I help founders market their business better by implementing AI automations to grow their brand, community and bank account.

Founder

ICP HUB Indonesia - Disruptives

Leading efforts to drive ecosystem development and growth across Southeast Asia. My unique focus has been on integrating the dynamic degen crypto community into the Internet Computer Protocol ecosystem, a Top 25 Layer 1 blockchain that traditionally focused on developers and “serious” projects. This integration has been key in accelerating user growth and driving product adoption.

By blending community-driven growth hacking strategies with the ecosystem’s long-term vision, I’ve helped create a symbiotic relationship between the community, project developers, and the broader ICP audience. Through strategic partnerships and collaborations with influencers, venture capitalists, and major platforms, I’ve expanded ICP’s reach and built bridges between diverse segments of the blockchain space.

In addition to overseeing strategic partnerships, I’ve spearheaded community initiatives such as weekly Twitter Spaces, which provide a platform for open dialogue and engagement between projects and users. I’ve also helped organize online and in-person events to engage users and showcase ICP’s potential.

Key Focus Areas:

- Developed and executed marketing strategies that integrate both "serious" blockchain projects and the degen community, ensuring comprehensive ecosystem growth.
- Drove user engagement by leveraging the degen community’s fast adoption cycle, bringing fresh attention to ICP’s projects and helping to accelerate growth.
- Built strategic partnerships between projects, KOLs, VCs, and other key players in the blockchain space to foster collaboration and innovation within the ICP ecosystem.
- Hosted weekly Twitter Spaces to facilitate direct communication between project teams, the community, and potential investors, driving both transparency and engagement.
- Organized high-impact online and in-person events, managing partnerships, sponsors, and attendees, to further increase ICP’s visibility in the blockchain space.

Senior Marketing Manager

Mr Blue Consulting

After building a strong foundation in Web 3 marketing, I transitioned into high-level consulting and advisory roles. This allowed me to work closely with companies looking to integrate blockchain technology into their existing models and leverage Web 3 principles for growth. I was drawn to this role for the opportunity to help real world businesses navigate the challenges of blockchain adoption while continuing to engage with communities in meaningful ways.

I consulted on several real world utility projects, guiding companies through blockchain integration, community monetization, and strategic growth. Additionally, I traveled globally to attend and speak at major industry conferences, strengthening my network and sharing insights on Web 3 strategies.

Key Achievements:

- Provided strategic advisory services, helping companies unlock new revenue streams and enhance their business models with blockchain technology.
- Organized and spoke at international crypto conferences, positioning myself as a thought leader and fostering stronger community relationships.
- Designed and implemented community monetization strategies using Web 3 models, significantly increasing user engagement and retention.
- Built and nurtured relationships with key industry leaders, forming partnerships that fueled long-term growth and collaboration.

Web3 Consultant

I founded Mr. Blu3 Consulting to capitalize on the emerging Web 3 boom, transitioning my Web 2 marketing expertise into this rapidly evolving landscape. Intrigued by the growth hacking strategies and community-driven models unique to Web 3, I saw the potential to combine my skills with the power of decentralized communities to drive successful project launches.

During this period, I executed marketing campaigns for NFT projects, generating over $10M in sales across 4 full mint projects and 7 partial mints. From strategy to execution, I took a hands-on approach, working both as a solo advisor and leading a team of seven to deliver high-impact results. My work included managing social media, building communities, and leveraging influencer partnerships to maximize visibility and engagement.

Key Achievements:

- Revitalized underperforming social media channels, transforming them into high-engagement platforms that boosted visibility and investor interest.
- Hosted Twitter Spaces and Discord AMAs, establishing myself as a trusted voice in the Web 3 community and driving project anticipation.
- Developed community-driven growth strategies that enhanced both NFT sales and long-term project sustainability.
- Rapidly progressed from Web 3 newcomer to securing advisory roles with high-profile projects, becoming a recognized thought leader in the space.
- Led a marketing team of seven, ensuring seamless execution across multiple projects and maintaining clear, effective communication.

Chief Marketing Officer

Cofund.ai - Investment Tokenization Platform

As CMO for CoFund, a major Real Estate Tokenization platform in SE Asia, I spearheaded the entire marketing strategy, driving the project from concept to execution. My role involved building the brand's presence, ensuring alignment with business goals, and leading the marketing efforts to showcase the real-world application of blockchain technology in the real estate industry.

I was responsible for managing a wide range of marketing activities, from creating strategic reports and investor presentations to organizing events and handling public relations. Working closely with a small but dedicated team, I cultivated strong relationships with key partners and vendors, ensuring seamless collaboration and execution of marketing initiatives.

Cloud Link Agency

I founded Cloud Link, a Web 2 marketing agency, where I combined my entrepreneurial skills with marketing expertise to deliver tailored services for online shops. With a team of four, I provided end-to-end marketing solutions, helping clients grow their brands and drive online sales. From website creation and branding to media buying and content development, my agency offered comprehensive marketing services utilizing both in-house talent and external partners.

My role involved overseeing all aspects of client campaigns, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and delivering measurable results that increased visibility and customer engagement.

Key Achievements:

- Secured EU funding to launch and grow the agency, showcasing my entrepreneurial and strategic capabilities.
- Led a team of four in executing comprehensive marketing campaigns, including website development, branding, content creation, and ad management.
- Drove measurable improvements in brand visibility and online sales for clients through effective digital marketing strategies.
- Managed partnerships with external vendors and in-house teams to ensure seamless campaign execution and delivery of results.

Founder & Marketing Lead

Zuhaus Agency

Started as a technology consultant while still in college and in Chicago and since I was a fast learned and wanted to help clients with their problem within a few months I grew to a full on marketing and advertising specialist and moved to Bucharest after college. I focused mainly on getting the client's website to convert better and tailor them  to work properly with all google services, which in turn has doubled and even tripled some client's sales!

Marketing Advertising Specialist

Chicago Public Schools

I have always been passionate about helping people, which mixed well with my love for technology by helping kids learn about computers. During college I helped elementary and middle school students learn Computer Science in the CS4All program.

Teaching Assistant

Illinois Institute of Technology

I did research in Distributed Systems and Cloud Computing with Prof. Ioan Raicu. My main focus was the Student Cluster Competition, but I also helped Phd. students with their research when needed. I also loved experimenting with the power that a distributed and decentralized internet could have.

Distributed Systems & Cloud Computing Student Research Assistant

I help healthcare providers and entrepreneurs use AI and smart marketing to scale their impact, without burning out on busywork.

Whether it’s automating patient bookings for dentists, building content engines for founders, or growing high-impact communities, I create systems that drive real business results.

I’ve spent the last 7+ years helping founders through marketing, automation, and storytelling that actually moves the needle.

But it didn’t start with AI.
It started with curiosity and survival.

In 2008, during the financial crash, I started hustling to support my family.
By 14, I was selling services at school. By 18, I was deep into tech.
I studied computer science, competed in national programming olympiads, and conducted research in cloud computing back when AI was just a theory.

Then I discovered marketing — and everything clicked.

Since 2017, I’ve worked across industries: 
💼 Built and ran my own marketing agency
💰 Launched multi-million dollar Web3 projects
🎯 Advised tech startups, politicians, blockchain platforms
🎤 Spoke on global stages, hosted high-impact online events

It’s all been leading to this moment:
Combining automation, storytelling, and human connection to build future-proof businesses.

If you want to automate smarter, market sharper, or build something meaningful...

Let’s talk.

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