Experience

Himalaya Exchange

• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Jun 2020 - Jan 2023

  Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands Develop short-and long-term technology strategy with legal teams to grow global footprint in ever changing regulatory environment. Remain abreast of blockchain market landscape, new ecosystem expansion opportunities, and FinTech industry innovation. Assess global regulatory risks to the HE and monitor and minimize at the local jurisdictional level. Partner with leading vendors in the DeFi space (Akamai, Jumio, Bitgo, Armanino, etc.) to provide robust security and compliance to the platform… Show more Develop short-and long-term technology strategy with legal teams to grow global footprint in ever changing regulatory environment. Remain abreast of blockchain market landscape, new ecosystem expansion opportunities, and FinTech industry innovation. Assess global regulatory risks to the HE and monitor and minimize at the local jurisdictional level. Partner with leading vendors in the DeFi space (Akamai, Jumio, Bitgo, Armanino, etc.) to provide robust security and compliance to the platform. Reduce high volume computational transaction costs and throughput times to execute low-cost transactions. Involved in cybersecurity initiatives that include three-factor authorization, biometrics, and trusted execution environments that reduce adversarial · Highly subscribed nine-figure private placement round for HCN token issuance. · Piloted the Miami data center build-out and BVI Show less



The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC)

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Blockchain Architect

  • Aug 2019 - Dec 2019

  Jersey City, New Jersey Architected institutional grade private placement token minting and distribution platform to integrate with legacy issuance and trading venue platforms. Worked with tech department leaders to map out design and component architecture. Selected the Ethereum token protocol for the project to mint and distribute from the platform. Evaluated Amazon's new QLDB as a possible option to store mission-critical data in an immutable database. Project managed onsite tech teams and offshore contracted… Show more Architected institutional grade private placement token minting and distribution platform to integrate with legacy issuance and trading venue platforms. Worked with tech department leaders to map out design and component architecture. Selected the Ethereum token protocol for the project to mint and distribute from the platform. Evaluated Amazon's new QLDB as a possible option to store mission-critical data in an immutable database. Project managed onsite tech teams and offshore contracted development teams. Reduced settlement times, issuance costs, and audit fees of private placement operations. • First distributed ledger technology project for DTCC and Forbes Blockchain Award Winner in 2020. Show less



DataBlockChain

• United States
• Information Technology & Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Technology Officer

  • Apr 2018 - May 2019

  Deerfield Beach, Florida Optimized big data platform consisting of distributed ledger, AI, and a large data set ecosystem (four billion records). Enabled data providers with the opportunity to sell fractional amounts of data and protect large data sets from piracy. Eliminated data access barriers for small and midsize businesses via a single-point solution. Streamlined operations and transaction processing for the big data industry with a SaaS automation technology. Designed isolation application solution to verify… Show more Optimized big data platform consisting of distributed ledger, AI, and a large data set ecosystem (four billion records). Enabled data providers with the opportunity to sell fractional amounts of data and protect large data sets from piracy. Eliminated data access barriers for small and midsize businesses via a single-point solution. Streamlined operations and transaction processing for the big data industry with a SaaS automation technology. Designed isolation application solution to verify users and vendors of the DBC platform and prevent nefarious activities. Developed a trusted execution environment to protect data at rest, in transit, and during processing. Created DBC wallet for platform users to buy data directly from their web browser on the blockchain. Kept abreast of the latest trends and innovations in the cryptocurrency landscape. • Directed technology team of 30+ located in the DBC offices in Florida, Rhode Island, and the Caymans. • Engaged actively on social media with a 30,000 member DBC Telegram group and 12,000 Show less



Microsoft

• United States
• Software Development
• 700 & Above Employee

• Azure Advisor

  • May 2018 - Apr 2019

  Deerfield Beach, Florida, United States Served as an Advisor for the Azure Confidential Computing initiative with a focus on Trusted Execution Environments (TEE) and increasing security around application code and data processing. Leveraged analysis application isolation technology for FinTech use cases that harnessed biometric authorization and AI to limit fraudulent activity in the crypto space. Developed solutions that leveraged cloud-based TEE remote attestation to verify users and protect critical data. Utilized Blockchain… Show more Served as an Advisor for the Azure Confidential Computing initiative with a focus on Trusted Execution Environments (TEE) and increasing security around application code and data processing. Leveraged analysis application isolation technology for FinTech use cases that harnessed biometric authorization and AI to limit fraudulent activity in the crypto space. Developed solutions that leveraged cloud-based TEE remote attestation to verify users and protect critical data. Utilized Blockchain Workbench to develop a framework for a middleware fabric that integrated ledger workflows with legacy systems and applications leveraging Microsoft Flow and Logic Apps. Extended platform capabilities with a REST-based API development and a message-based API for system-to-system integration. Researched and identified business domain operational costs with potential benefits from the reduced development times and costs for future projects. Advised Internet of Things (IoT) teams on Trusted Cyber Physical Systems. Developed solutions for tamperproof authorization and non-reputable auditing to control and monitor actions on physical systems. • Successfully ensured devices with access to unencrypted actuation commands or sensor data were secure in trusted execution environments with tamper resistant log entry of every command. Designed incrementally deployable gateways and confirmation terminals through trusted I/Os. Show less



Ford Motor Company

• United States
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Blockchain Enterprise Architecture Consultant

  • Mar 2017 - May 2017

  Dearborn, Michigan Consulted with Ford Motor Credit Company (FMCC) Innovation team to identify potential areas for blockchain implementation through proof-of-concept development for DLTs in the auto financing domain. Provided research support around automobile enterprise architecture based on discussions with departmental leads. Analyzed the technical and business problems existing in the current digital automobile financing ecosystem. Principled analysis methods and program evaluations to demonstrate the cost… Show more Consulted with Ford Motor Credit Company (FMCC) Innovation team to identify potential areas for blockchain implementation through proof-of-concept development for DLTs in the auto financing domain. Provided research support around automobile enterprise architecture based on discussions with departmental leads. Analyzed the technical and business problems existing in the current digital automobile financing ecosystem. Principled analysis methods and program evaluations to demonstrate the cost benefits of transitioning to distributed ledger technologies. Focused operational studies on high-value distributed ledger solutions with internal implementation as well as a native cloud solution. Researched and analyzed multiple blockchain solutions for Ford Motor Credit business use cases including, car auctions, title verifications, toll payments, loan processing, and frictionless subscriptions. • Delivered proof of concepts using Corda, Quorum, Hyperledger Sawtooth, Ripple, and other chains to understand technology fits with the existing Ford data center legacy systems. • Provisioned native cloud environments for remote DevOps teams to collaborate and develop high-priority applications. Show less



ValueCentric

• Director of Portal Services

  • Oct 2011 - Jul 2015

  Naples, Florida Area Designed solutions for customers using elicitation techniques to understand and address business use cases for SaaS products in the pharmaceutical supply chain space. Collaborated with client stakeholders, third-party vendors, sales teams, marketing, engineering, and data analysts. Participated in conference calls, site visits, presentations, onboarding, and technical evaluations. Worked with senior technology leads of external clients and industry consultants to deliver benchmarking… Show more Designed solutions for customers using elicitation techniques to understand and address business use cases for SaaS products in the pharmaceutical supply chain space. Collaborated with client stakeholders, third-party vendors, sales teams, marketing, engineering, and data analysts. Participated in conference calls, site visits, presentations, onboarding, and technical evaluations. Worked with senior technology leads of external clients and industry consultants to deliver benchmarking applications targeting pharmaceutical supply chain management operations. Addressed technical and functional objections among stakeholders throughout the complete SDLC. Spearheaded project plan strategies that prioritized HIPAA/HITECH mission-critical data, regulatory oversite, and FDA compliance per client use case requirements. Launched the company’s Social Trak web and mobile application. Siloed baskets of competitive branded products for specific disease states to better understand market competition. Worked with marketing teams to create valuable charting metrics including share of voice, sentiment analysis, demographic data, and device data. Delivered first mobile application for Android and IOS platforms three years into tenure. Anonymized big-data sets in the space and provided secure cloud access to client and public user touchpoints. Pre-defined charting metrics for Days on Hand, Service Levels, DOH vs Service Levels, and Returns as a Percentage of Sales collecting stakeholder requirements. Conceptualized and modeled event-driven serverless code architecture utilizing Azure Functions to reduce in-house DevOps and Senior Database Administrator workloads and expedite project development roadmap. · Oversaw a team of 35+ in-house developers in Buffalo, NY, and Naples, FL. · Presented value propositions of enterprise software to Forbes 500 clients included Novo Nordisk, Biogen, Vertex, and Bristol Myers Squibb. Show less



Florida Gulf Coast University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Software Engineer Advisory Board

  • Feb 2012 - Jan 2015

  Estero, Florida Supported local talent by providing outside executive guidance in support of the curriculum change from Computer Science to Software Engineering at Florida Gulf Coast University. Prepared undergrad students in the theory and methods of systematic software, big-data, and cloud computing. Shared professional experience gained from working with new evolving technologies that are innovating Big-Pharma engagement and digitizing the Healthcare services globally. Contributed to the program by… Show more Supported local talent by providing outside executive guidance in support of the curriculum change from Computer Science to Software Engineering at Florida Gulf Coast University. Prepared undergrad students in the theory and methods of systematic software, big-data, and cloud computing. Shared professional experience gained from working with new evolving technologies that are innovating Big-Pharma engagement and digitizing the Healthcare services globally. Contributed to the program by selecting course recommendations and providing real-world insights around desirable new employee tech skills to assist faculty with transitioning the curriculum. • Assisted in determining the mission and purpose of the Software Engineering program by articulating the goals, means, and primary constituents to be served. • Ensured effective planning, monitoring, and strengthening of the programs and courses while enhancing FGCU’s public standing for recruiting undergrads to the University. Show less



Olympusat

• United States
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director Of Digital Services

  • 2010 - 2011

  West Palm Beach, Florida Area Directed IT project management initiative to stream full-length movies over the web and over set-top boxes. Partnered with Level 3 Architects to design, develop, and release a content delivery network in support of the satellite broadcasting division. Supported pay-for-click and other digital advertising campaigns and cobranding partnerships that required web and application development work. Developed search engine strategies based on movie genres for website landing pages to drive… Show more Directed IT project management initiative to stream full-length movies over the web and over set-top boxes. Partnered with Level 3 Architects to design, develop, and release a content delivery network in support of the satellite broadcasting division. Supported pay-for-click and other digital advertising campaigns and cobranding partnerships that required web and application development work. Developed search engine strategies based on movie genres for website landing pages to drive subscriptions. Evolved co-branded PPC marketing to reach subscription targets. Led a web design team from Mexico for emerging, Hispanic, and religious markets. Delivered subject matter expertise for web video, image metadata, keyword mining, and content delivery strategies. Guided software deliverables using Agile and Scrum methodologies for video-on-demand, HD streaming, and multi-platform web development. Utilized Amazon Cloud data center server clusters around the globe for broadcasting full-length movies to hand-held, tablets, smart TVs, and set-top boxes. Implemented keyword enrichment of blog and social media content to drive more visitors to landing pages. Tested bitrate streaming best practices to ensure optimal download and playback functionality. • Supervised the development of corporate channel websites and social media channels for Funimation, Cine Mexicano, Sorpresa TV, Untamed Sports, and Hatch TV. • Managed marketing relationships with Charter, Cox, Time Warner, Dish, DirectTV, Comcast, and other major media companies. Show less