Experience

RadarZero

• United States
• Online Audio and Video Media
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Aug 2018 - Present

  Radarzero is an esports and gaming focused media company. Our vision is to create a network effect by connecting different facets of the esports industry and aligning their synergies. By focusing on media, talent, content, and technology we are able to create an ecosystem that brings our vision to fruition. We advance this vision by partnering with, investing in, and developing businesses that service the esports and overall gaming market. Radarzero is an esports and gaming focused media company. Our vision is to create a network effect by connecting different facets of the esports industry and aligning their synergies. By focusing on media, talent, content, and technology we are able to create an ecosystem that brings our vision to fruition. We advance this vision by partnering with, investing in, and developing businesses that service the esports and overall gaming market.



Lockwood Group

• United Kingdom
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Managing Director

  • Mar 2017 - Present

  Mr. Klein leads and directs the Lockwood Group Special Situations Investment Team. The Lockwood Group was formed by three European families with approximately €2 billion of assets. We are an opportunistic multi-family asset management firm with a nimble investment appetite. The firm has expertise in credit with an existing portfolio that consists of: European real estate Single name stocks (both developed and developing world) Direct investment in private… Show more Mr. Klein leads and directs the Lockwood Group Special Situations Investment Team. The Lockwood Group was formed by three European families with approximately €2 billion of assets. We are an opportunistic multi-family asset management firm with a nimble investment appetite. The firm has expertise in credit with an existing portfolio that consists of: European real estate Single name stocks (both developed and developing world) Direct investment in private companies Third-party managers Show less Mr. Klein leads and directs the Lockwood Group Special Situations Investment Team. The Lockwood Group was formed by three European families with approximately €2 billion of assets. We are an opportunistic multi-family asset management firm with a nimble investment appetite. The firm has expertise in credit with an existing portfolio that consists of: European real estate Single name stocks (both developed and developing world) Direct investment in private… Show more Mr. Klein leads and directs the Lockwood Group Special Situations Investment Team. The Lockwood Group was formed by three European families with approximately €2 billion of assets. We are an opportunistic multi-family asset management firm with a nimble investment appetite. The firm has expertise in credit with an existing portfolio that consists of: European real estate Single name stocks (both developed and developing world) Direct investment in private companies Third-party managers Show less


Private Family Office
• Financial Services
• Managing Director

  • Dec 2014 - Jan 2019


Klearbar Inc.

• Food and Beverage Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Founder and Board Director

  • 2011 - Jan 2019

  Klearbar created a revolutionary kitchen appliance with our compact, multi-drink countertop beverage bars that provide endless purified hot, chilled, and sparkling beverages in seconds. • Founded and invented new cutting edge consumer countertop beverage technology for the US and International markets • Secured pre-seed and two seed rounds of equity financing for company • Oversee all IP related issues • Manage design, development and manufacturing relationships with both… Show more Klearbar created a revolutionary kitchen appliance with our compact, multi-drink countertop beverage bars that provide endless purified hot, chilled, and sparkling beverages in seconds. • Founded and invented new cutting edge consumer countertop beverage technology for the US and International markets • Secured pre-seed and two seed rounds of equity financing for company • Oversee all IP related issues • Manage design, development and manufacturing relationships with both sourcing and design partners in the US, Europe and Asia. • Negotiated and closed various forms of trade financing to cover manufacturing and sales related costs. • Lead all marketing and brand building initiatives for the company • Lead all business development activities to create new market channels and joint venture opportunities Show less Klearbar created a revolutionary kitchen appliance with our compact, multi-drink countertop beverage bars that provide endless purified hot, chilled, and sparkling beverages in seconds. • Founded and invented new cutting edge consumer countertop beverage technology for the US and International markets • Secured pre-seed and two seed rounds of equity financing for company • Oversee all IP related issues • Manage design, development and manufacturing relationships with both… Show more Klearbar created a revolutionary kitchen appliance with our compact, multi-drink countertop beverage bars that provide endless purified hot, chilled, and sparkling beverages in seconds. • Founded and invented new cutting edge consumer countertop beverage technology for the US and International markets • Secured pre-seed and two seed rounds of equity financing for company • Oversee all IP related issues • Manage design, development and manufacturing relationships with both sourcing and design partners in the US, Europe and Asia. • Negotiated and closed various forms of trade financing to cover manufacturing and sales related costs. • Lead all marketing and brand building initiatives for the company • Lead all business development activities to create new market channels and joint venture opportunities Show less



Bevyz

• Malta
• Food & Beverages
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Director Business Development US

  • Aug 2014 - Dec 2014

  Bevyz developed an innovative multi-drink system which dispenses single serve hot, cold and sparkling drinks on your kitchen countertop. Shareholders included PepsiCo and Keurig/Green Mountain Coffee Roasters. • Was directly responsible for mapping out, selecting, prioritizing and partnering with leading and strategic North American food and beverage brands • Supported North American OOH (out-of-home) operations and where necessary assisted in finalizing agreements with distributors… Show more Bevyz developed an innovative multi-drink system which dispenses single serve hot, cold and sparkling drinks on your kitchen countertop. Shareholders included PepsiCo and Keurig/Green Mountain Coffee Roasters. • Was directly responsible for mapping out, selecting, prioritizing and partnering with leading and strategic North American food and beverage brands • Supported North American OOH (out-of-home) operations and where necessary assisted in finalizing agreements with distributors and dealers • Assisted in the marketing, promotion and leveraging of new brand relationships working with the Bevyz multi-drink system • Company was fully acquired this month for it’s IP by Keurig/Green Mountain Coffee Roasters and as a result the majority of the company including the ownership were let go. Show less Bevyz developed an innovative multi-drink system which dispenses single serve hot, cold and sparkling drinks on your kitchen countertop. Shareholders included PepsiCo and Keurig/Green Mountain Coffee Roasters. • Was directly responsible for mapping out, selecting, prioritizing and partnering with leading and strategic North American food and beverage brands • Supported North American OOH (out-of-home) operations and where necessary assisted in finalizing agreements with distributors… Show more Bevyz developed an innovative multi-drink system which dispenses single serve hot, cold and sparkling drinks on your kitchen countertop. Shareholders included PepsiCo and Keurig/Green Mountain Coffee Roasters. • Was directly responsible for mapping out, selecting, prioritizing and partnering with leading and strategic North American food and beverage brands • Supported North American OOH (out-of-home) operations and where necessary assisted in finalizing agreements with distributors and dealers • Assisted in the marketing, promotion and leveraging of new brand relationships working with the Bevyz multi-drink system • Company was fully acquired this month for it’s IP by Keurig/Green Mountain Coffee Roasters and as a result the majority of the company including the ownership were let go. Show less



Integrated Corporate Solutions

• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Partner

  • 2010 - 2011

  ICS was a partnership of five senior executive professionals from various allied industries. We leveraged our experience, our skill set and our network to help better position our clients in the market place. As partners we successfully closed on three separate investments, placed products on behalf of two clients at major US "big box" retailers, and assisted clients on the execution of their business plans. • Clients included both public and private companies. • Assisted in capital… Show more ICS was a partnership of five senior executive professionals from various allied industries. We leveraged our experience, our skill set and our network to help better position our clients in the market place. As partners we successfully closed on three separate investments, placed products on behalf of two clients at major US "big box" retailers, and assisted clients on the execution of their business plans. • Clients included both public and private companies. • Assisted in capital raising for clients in the form of equity, debt and asset based (receivable and inventory) • Business modeling for both partnership and clients • Oversaw the development of succinct IR, PR and marketing communications on behalf of clients • Helped develop the branding platforms for clients and their respective product offerings • Conducted business development activities on behalf of clients to create new market channels and joint venture opportunities Show less ICS was a partnership of five senior executive professionals from various allied industries. We leveraged our experience, our skill set and our network to help better position our clients in the market place. As partners we successfully closed on three separate investments, placed products on behalf of two clients at major US "big box" retailers, and assisted clients on the execution of their business plans. • Clients included both public and private companies. • Assisted in capital… Show more ICS was a partnership of five senior executive professionals from various allied industries. We leveraged our experience, our skill set and our network to help better position our clients in the market place. As partners we successfully closed on three separate investments, placed products on behalf of two clients at major US "big box" retailers, and assisted clients on the execution of their business plans. • Clients included both public and private companies. • Assisted in capital raising for clients in the form of equity, debt and asset based (receivable and inventory) • Business modeling for both partnership and clients • Oversaw the development of succinct IR, PR and marketing communications on behalf of clients • Helped develop the branding platforms for clients and their respective product offerings • Conducted business development activities on behalf of clients to create new market channels and joint venture opportunities Show less



Skins Inc

• United States
• Retail Apparel and Fashion

• Founder, CEO, Board Director

  • 2004 - 2010

  Skins Inc. created a patented innovative two-part, interchangeable footwear structure consisting of outer collapsible "Skins" and an inner holistic orthopedic support section called the "Bone." The design allows consumers to purchase one inner section, the Bone, and numerous outer Skins, resulting in multiple style variations from the same pair of quality Bones, always with the same feel and fit no matter which Skin is being worn. Skins' objective was to create a new attire concept that allowed… Show more Skins Inc. created a patented innovative two-part, interchangeable footwear structure consisting of outer collapsible "Skins" and an inner holistic orthopedic support section called the "Bone." The design allows consumers to purchase one inner section, the Bone, and numerous outer Skins, resulting in multiple style variations from the same pair of quality Bones, always with the same feel and fit no matter which Skin is being worn. Skins' objective was to create a new attire concept that allowed and encouraged consumers to frequently change their footwear, while experiencing equal comfort in all design of shoes. The technology uniquely positioned Skins between the footwear and apparel industries. • Founded and invented new cutting edge footwear technology company. • Secured early and later stage equity and debt financing • Took the company public on the OTC Nasdaq as a fully reporting public entity and was responsible for the companies regular reporting such as 10k’s, and 10q’s • Oversaw all IP related issues and received both utility patents and trademarks worldwide for the Skins IP. • Managed design, development and manufacturing relationships with both sourcing and design partners in the US, Europe, Asia and South America. • Negotiated and closed various forms of trade financing to cover manufacturing and sales related costs. • Directed both institutional investor relations and public relations on behalf of the company. • Led all marketing and brand building initiatives for the brand. • Leveraged technology to secure key strategic and licensing partnerships with other brands and existing complementary technologies. Show less Skins Inc. created a patented innovative two-part, interchangeable footwear structure consisting of outer collapsible "Skins" and an inner holistic orthopedic support section called the "Bone." The design allows consumers to purchase one inner section, the Bone, and numerous outer Skins, resulting in multiple style variations from the same pair of quality Bones, always with the same feel and fit no matter which Skin is being worn. Skins' objective was to create a new attire concept that allowed… Show more Skins Inc. created a patented innovative two-part, interchangeable footwear structure consisting of outer collapsible "Skins" and an inner holistic orthopedic support section called the "Bone." The design allows consumers to purchase one inner section, the Bone, and numerous outer Skins, resulting in multiple style variations from the same pair of quality Bones, always with the same feel and fit no matter which Skin is being worn. Skins' objective was to create a new attire concept that allowed and encouraged consumers to frequently change their footwear, while experiencing equal comfort in all design of shoes. The technology uniquely positioned Skins between the footwear and apparel industries. • Founded and invented new cutting edge footwear technology company. • Secured early and later stage equity and debt financing • Took the company public on the OTC Nasdaq as a fully reporting public entity and was responsible for the companies regular reporting such as 10k’s, and 10q’s • Oversaw all IP related issues and received both utility patents and trademarks worldwide for the Skins IP. • Managed design, development and manufacturing relationships with both sourcing and design partners in the US, Europe, Asia and South America. • Negotiated and closed various forms of trade financing to cover manufacturing and sales related costs. • Directed both institutional investor relations and public relations on behalf of the company. • Led all marketing and brand building initiatives for the brand. • Leveraged technology to secure key strategic and licensing partnerships with other brands and existing complementary technologies. Show less



AOL

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

• Director of Mobile Business Development and Marketing

  • 2002 - 2004

  AIM and ICQ were one of the world’s leading peer to peer messaging platforms for mobile and internet. • Responsible for creating new relationships with wireless carriers worldwide for AOL's suite of wireless products. • Developed marketing strategies both for AOL as well as partner carriers • Regular expert panel speaking engagements on wireless VAS (Value Added Services) and LBS (Location Based Services) and on how a carrier can leverage these tools AIM and ICQ were one of the world’s leading peer to peer messaging platforms for mobile and internet. • Responsible for creating new relationships with wireless carriers worldwide for AOL's suite of wireless products. • Developed marketing strategies both for AOL as well as partner carriers • Regular expert panel speaking engagements on wireless VAS (Value Added Services) and LBS (Location Based Services) and on how a carrier can leverage these tools



Comverse

• Retail

• Director of Mobile Sales - Next2Me/Odigo

  • 2001 - 2002

  The Comverse Nex2Me instant-messaging solution, also known as Odigo was a suite of mobile instant-communications applications that created mobile communities among wireless users. • Directly responsible for the securing relationships with wireless carriers • Oversaw the implementation of our software platform and the day to day monetization process with our wireless carrier partners worldwide • Regular expert panel speaking engagements on wireless VAS (Value Added Services) and… Show more The Comverse Nex2Me instant-messaging solution, also known as Odigo was a suite of mobile instant-communications applications that created mobile communities among wireless users. • Directly responsible for the securing relationships with wireless carriers • Oversaw the implementation of our software platform and the day to day monetization process with our wireless carrier partners worldwide • Regular expert panel speaking engagements on wireless VAS (Value Added Services) and LBS (Location Based Services) to the wireless industry specifically promoting Comverse's mobile product offerings Show less The Comverse Nex2Me instant-messaging solution, also known as Odigo was a suite of mobile instant-communications applications that created mobile communities among wireless users. • Directly responsible for the securing relationships with wireless carriers • Oversaw the implementation of our software platform and the day to day monetization process with our wireless carrier partners worldwide • Regular expert panel speaking engagements on wireless VAS (Value Added Services) and… Show more The Comverse Nex2Me instant-messaging solution, also known as Odigo was a suite of mobile instant-communications applications that created mobile communities among wireless users. • Directly responsible for the securing relationships with wireless carriers • Oversaw the implementation of our software platform and the day to day monetization process with our wireless carrier partners worldwide • Regular expert panel speaking engagements on wireless VAS (Value Added Services) and LBS (Location Based Services) to the wireless industry specifically promoting Comverse's mobile product offerings Show less



Oraios Inc.

• Vice President of Marketing and Business Development

  • 2000 - 2001

  Oraios delivered expansive 3D, multi-user environments over narrow bandwidth. The Company's proprietary engine was an evolution of technology created by Oraios' founder in the Israeli military. Oraios' breakthrough technology was based on a system architecture that limited requirements for server-to-client data, which overcame dial-up, CPU and memory limitations. • Secured partnership with NBC Networks to develop a 3D online Olympic Village as part of their coverage of the Salt Lake… Show more Oraios delivered expansive 3D, multi-user environments over narrow bandwidth. The Company's proprietary engine was an evolution of technology created by Oraios' founder in the Israeli military. Oraios' breakthrough technology was based on a system architecture that limited requirements for server-to-client data, which overcame dial-up, CPU and memory limitations. • Secured partnership with NBC Networks to develop a 3D online Olympic Village as part of their coverage of the Salt Lake Winter Olympics • Secured partnership with Harman International for a 3D virtual online store • Secured partnership with Sony Electronics for a 3D virtual online store • Established joint venture with digital ad agency, The Media Edge, a division of the Y&R group of companies owned by the WPP Group. • Secured partnership with Winamp, a division of AOL. • Secured partnership with AGFA to develop a 3D corporate training environment Show less Oraios delivered expansive 3D, multi-user environments over narrow bandwidth. The Company's proprietary engine was an evolution of technology created by Oraios' founder in the Israeli military. Oraios' breakthrough technology was based on a system architecture that limited requirements for server-to-client data, which overcame dial-up, CPU and memory limitations. • Secured partnership with NBC Networks to develop a 3D online Olympic Village as part of their coverage of the Salt Lake… Show more Oraios delivered expansive 3D, multi-user environments over narrow bandwidth. The Company's proprietary engine was an evolution of technology created by Oraios' founder in the Israeli military. Oraios' breakthrough technology was based on a system architecture that limited requirements for server-to-client data, which overcame dial-up, CPU and memory limitations. • Secured partnership with NBC Networks to develop a 3D online Olympic Village as part of their coverage of the Salt Lake Winter Olympics • Secured partnership with Harman International for a 3D virtual online store • Secured partnership with Sony Electronics for a 3D virtual online store • Established joint venture with digital ad agency, The Media Edge, a division of the Y&R group of companies owned by the WPP Group. • Secured partnership with Winamp, a division of AOL. • Secured partnership with AGFA to develop a 3D corporate training environment Show less



Silicon Wadi Insider (People and Computers)

• Founder and Editor in Chief

  • 1999 - 2000

  Silicon Wadi Insider was an online magazine that covered the Israeli technology startup scene and highlighted some of the most promising companies and their founders. The magazines audience were mainly english speaking investors from North America and Europe with an interest in investing in the Israeli tech market. • Secured initial funding and joint venture with Israel's leading high-tech magazine publisher and high-tech trade show organizer (People and Computers) • Managed… Show more Silicon Wadi Insider was an online magazine that covered the Israeli technology startup scene and highlighted some of the most promising companies and their founders. The magazines audience were mainly english speaking investors from North America and Europe with an interest in investing in the Israeli tech market. • Secured initial funding and joint venture with Israel's leading high-tech magazine publisher and high-tech trade show organizer (People and Computers) • Managed business development, partnerships and joint ventures with financial institutions in Israel and the US and news reporting sites such as Barrons and CBS Market Watch • Oversaw company’s revenue strategy, which involved subscription services to institutional investors and high net worth individuals in addition to advertising. • Daily original content creation covering the world of Israeli start ups Show less Silicon Wadi Insider was an online magazine that covered the Israeli technology startup scene and highlighted some of the most promising companies and their founders. The magazines audience were mainly english speaking investors from North America and Europe with an interest in investing in the Israeli tech market. • Secured initial funding and joint venture with Israel's leading high-tech magazine publisher and high-tech trade show organizer (People and Computers) • Managed… Show more Silicon Wadi Insider was an online magazine that covered the Israeli technology startup scene and highlighted some of the most promising companies and their founders. The magazines audience were mainly english speaking investors from North America and Europe with an interest in investing in the Israeli tech market. • Secured initial funding and joint venture with Israel's leading high-tech magazine publisher and high-tech trade show organizer (People and Computers) • Managed business development, partnerships and joint ventures with financial institutions in Israel and the US and news reporting sites such as Barrons and CBS Market Watch • Oversaw company’s revenue strategy, which involved subscription services to institutional investors and high net worth individuals in addition to advertising. • Daily original content creation covering the world of Israeli start ups Show less



Convertbond.com

• United States
• Financial Services

• Managing Editor and Sales Director

  • 1997 - 1999

  Connecticut based internet finance website which developed a proprietary model for trading convertible bonds • One of the founding members of the executive team • Managed business development, partnerships and joint ventures with financial institutions and news reporting sites such as Barrons and CBS Market Watch • Oversaw company’s sales strategy, which involved subscription services to institutional investors and high net worth individuals. • Daily original content… Show more Connecticut based internet finance website which developed a proprietary model for trading convertible bonds • One of the founding members of the executive team • Managed business development, partnerships and joint ventures with financial institutions and news reporting sites such as Barrons and CBS Market Watch • Oversaw company’s sales strategy, which involved subscription services to institutional investors and high net worth individuals. • Daily original content creation covering the world of convertibles for the online financial portal. • ConvertBond was sold in 1999 and is now a division of Morgan Stanley Show less Connecticut based internet finance website which developed a proprietary model for trading convertible bonds • One of the founding members of the executive team • Managed business development, partnerships and joint ventures with financial institutions and news reporting sites such as Barrons and CBS Market Watch • Oversaw company’s sales strategy, which involved subscription services to institutional investors and high net worth individuals. • Daily original content… Show more Connecticut based internet finance website which developed a proprietary model for trading convertible bonds • One of the founding members of the executive team • Managed business development, partnerships and joint ventures with financial institutions and news reporting sites such as Barrons and CBS Market Watch • Oversaw company’s sales strategy, which involved subscription services to institutional investors and high net worth individuals. • Daily original content creation covering the world of convertibles for the online financial portal. • ConvertBond was sold in 1999 and is now a division of Morgan Stanley Show less