Curriculum Vitae

Summary

I am a Product & Engineering Manager with 8+ years of experience in the DeFi ecosystem, where I have built and scaled innovative products and led engineering teams. Currently as Head of Brava at Brava Labs, I define product vision and lead cross-functional teams to deliver DeFi yield strategies. At Galleon DAO, I secured $1M+ in funding from top VCs and industry angels, managed $20M+ in investment strategies, and grew a community to over 6,000 members. My leadership approach combines technical expertise with strategic vision, empowering teams to deliver impactful solutions while maintaining a user-centered focus. I excel at translating complex technical concepts into accessible products that drive real adoption.

Skills

• Product Leadership – Experience defining product vision, roadmaps, and go-to-market strategies for blockchain applications with a focus on user experience and adoption
• Team Leadership – Led cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, and growth specialists across different companies, with a collaborative and outcome-focused approach
• Strategic Vision – Ability to identify market opportunities and align technical capabilities with business objectives for maximum impact
• DeFi & Crypto Expertise – Deep understanding of blockchain protocols, smart contracts, and the broader DeFi ecosystem with 8+ years of hands-on experience
• Growth & Community – Created and executed strategies resulting in significant user adoption and community growth through novel DeFi incentives and partnerships
• Full-Stack Development – Advanced skills in Typescript, React, Node.js, HTML/CSS, and Cloud Technologies (Firebase, GCP, Cloudflare), and AI tooling

Experience

Head of Brava

Dec 2024 – Present

Brava Labs

A DeFi protocol focused on creating risk-adjusted onchain yield strategies

I defined the MVP of Brava's stablecoin yield platform and product roadmap for risk-adjusted onchain yield strategies. Led a cross-functional team of engineers, growth specialists, and designers to execute the product vision. Managed stakeholder relationships and reporting while ensuring the alignment of business objectives with technical feasibility. Defined and created product requirements for our long-term roadmap that integrated key technologies (e.g., Circle CCTP V2).

Advisor

Oct 2024 – Dec 2024

Brava Labs

Provided strategic guidance on how to navigate and effectively connect with crypto-natives as a new project. Advised on community-building strategies and market positioning within the competitive DeFi landscape.

Software Engineer

Oct 2024 – Dec 2024

NashPoint

Institutional Grade Asset Management Onchain

Contributed to building the technical foundation for NashPoint's web application. Implemented KYC whitelisting integration to ensure regulatory compliance. Developed functionality for interaction with smart contracts deployed on the EVM. Optimized frontend performance and user experience for blockchain interactions.

Founder

Jan 2022 – May 2023

Galleon DAO

A DeFi protocol creating structured products and automated investment strategies

I led product strategy and full-stack development from concept to launch, securing $1M in funding. Founded and guided the project through initial development, hiring and managing six core team members while transitioning to a tokenised DAO with onchain governance. Built a community of over 6,000 members and onboarded 10+ DAO contributors. Attracted $20M+ in product investments while ensuring protocol security and reliability. Established strategic partnerships and integrations within the broader DeFi ecosystem.

Advisor

Feb 2022 – Aug 2022

Set Labs

A leading DeFi protocol for creating, managing, and trading tokenized structured products

Advised on community engagement strategies and governance mechanisms. Assisted in identifying potential partnerships and integration opportunities within the DeFi ecosystem.

Growth Lead & Community Strategy

Apr 2021 – Feb 2022

Set Labs

Spearheaded growth initiatives resulting in measurable increases in user adoption and token utilization. Developed and executed community management strategies across Twitter, Discord, and other platforms. Created engaging educational content to improve user understanding of Set Protocol's offerings. Identified and pursued business development opportunities, resulting in new strategic partnerships.

Solutions Engineer

Feb 2021 – Nov 2021

R3

An enterprise DLT and confidential computing company developing Corda

Designed and implemented custom DLT applications using R3 Corda and Conclave frameworks. Collaborated with clients to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions. Contributed to product strategy and engineering planning for enterprise blockchain applications. Developed proof-of-concept applications showcasing privacy-preserving technologies.

Blockchain Application Architect

Feb 2020 – Feb 2021

Worldpay

A leading payment processing company providing technology solutions worldwide

Led architectural design of a Corda-based DLT system to improve B2B payment processes. Managed a team of 12 engineers, overseeing development and testing efforts. Served as subject matter expert for SAFe planning events, bridging product and technical requirements. Influenced framework, tool, and design choices as the project technology lead.

Blockchain Software Engineer & Scrum Master

Jun 2019 – Feb 2020

Worldpay

Delivered full-stack product features for a Corda-based DLT system, including API and UI development. Established development standards and best practices for a new team within Worldpay. Facilitated the transition to the SAFe framework as acting Scrum Master.

Software Engineer

Oct 2016 – Jun 2019

Sky

A leading media company providing TV, broadband, and mobile services

Developed 'Sky Analytics', an end-to-end advertising and analytics portal for campaign planning. Implemented highly flexible audience segmentation features for targeted advertising. Used JavaScript, React, and Node.js to create responsive and scalable web applications.

Education

Bachelor's Degree with Honours in Biological Sciences (2.1), University of Brighton (2012 – 2015)

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