Meet the team

Alex has joined the Algorand foundation in 2025 in the product team. He has been in the Web3 space since 2011 and made a full time twitch in 2017. For the last 6 years he's been working as Director of product for the Cardano chain and comes with a wealth of experience of launching products for retail and institutions.

Stéphane Barroso joined the Algorand Foundation as ARC Manager in 2022. Before joining Algorand Foundation, he worked as Quality Analyst at Thales Digital Identity and Security. Stéphane has held essential roles in many industries, including banking and payments. He has been involved in the blockchain industry since 2017 and has been part of the Algorand ecosystem since 2021.

Emma is responsible for developing, executing and optimizing our marketing campaigns here at the Algorand Foundation. Emma’s efforts, in collaboration with the rest of our Foundation team, enables Algorand Foundation to build and develop the global market for the Algorand blockchain and its associated ecosystem. Outside of work, between seeking out the best cup of coffee a city has to offer, Emma likes to keep active and continue to build her hybrid barre fitness community through events and online classes.

Cosimo joined Algorand Foundation as Senior Solutions Architect, after more than three years at Algorand Technologies (formerly Algorand Inc.) and Algorand Labs. In his role, Cosimo designs solutions based on the Algorand Virtual Machine and supports the development of Algorand’s tools and ecosystem. Cosimo holds a MSc in Electrical Engineering (Politecnico di Torino). Prior to joining Algorand, he worked as a Control Engineer in the automotive industry and as a Project Engineer in the energy and automation industries, focusing on energy transition technologies, mission-critical software and rapid manufacturing. As an Engineer passionate about philosophy, he believes that while engineering new technologies, we should always be mindful to not separate the "techne" from the "logos", since the consequences could be unpleasant.

Will joined Algorand Foundation as Head of Engineering (Pera) in June 2025. He has a degree in CS and AI from the University of Edinburgh and over 25 years experience in tech and engineering leadership. He’s worked across a wide variety of industries from education, to consumer electronics, fintech, medtech, and more. Outside the world of crypto, Will has a love for acting (and teaching acting).

Adriana - a.k.a Adri - is based in Sydney, Australia, and has been in crypto since 2013. She joined the AlgoFam in 2019 when hosting Algorand events in Australia, during Silvio Micali’s launch tour. Adri moved to Sydney from Brazil in 2005 to pursue a degree in Applied Computing and, since graduating in 2009, she worked as a market researcher, a front end developer - with Magento, Wordpress and Webflow - and digital marketing consultant. Part of Algorand’s first Ambassadors cohort in 2020, Adri joined the Community Champions program in 2021 and was part of Staci’s first wave of hires, joining the Foundation full-time in April 2022 as Head of Community for Australia. In 2021, Adriana was the recipient of Blockchain Australia’s Community Leader of the Year award, for her grassroots work in the Australian crypto community. Moved by her desire to “make Web3 governance magic happen,” Adri was appointed Governance Program Manager in November 2022, leading the General Governance continuous delivery and accountable for the implementation of the xGov Program in 2023.

Ana has over 12 years working in administrative roles for different business industries in Brazil, UK and Ireland. Ana has vast experience in administrative support to multiple executives, in high-pressure and dynamic environments, and diverse teams. Ana is now assisting the European Executive team in managing a variety of administrative needs.

Simon joined Algorand Foundation in August 2022 after spending 25 years at 2 companies he had co-founded. He led the design and development of innovative solutions in the area of Business Intelligence, Data Analytics and Machine Learning for various organizations in the areas of finance, manufacturing, pharma, healthcare, education, aviation and HoReCa. His aim was to simplify these esoteric technologies and help businesses, large and small, leverage these technologies to gain a competitive advantage. Simon believes that most problems can be solved using math, algorithms, technology and creative arts. He is a firm believer that the fusion of blockchains and AI will usher in a new era in the ways that communities are organized and problems solved.

Kyle (aka krby.algo) is a self taught software engineer that's passionate about algorand, memes and building bleeding edge tech. Previously, Kyle worked at a telecommunications company. During his tenure as Lead Engineer, he led the company's transformation from a monolithic batch based service architecture to an event driven, distributed system architecture. Kyle helped the company scale at a time when it was growing rapidly and played a substantial role in ensuring the company handled that growth elegantly and efficiently. He lives in California with his wife and two young daughters. When he’s not spending time with his family, he’s most likely working on Akita.

Jorrin is a Developer Relations Engineer at the Algorand Foundation, where he blends technical expertise with a passion for education and community. With years of experience in web development and onboarding developers into the web3 space, he is focused on helping engineers build confidently and effectively on Algorand. His work centers around improving the developer experience—creating resources, hosting workshops, and supporting builders through tools like AlgoKit. Whether guiding newcomers or collaborating with seasoned teams, Jorrin is dedicated to making Algorand a welcoming and empowering platform for developers worldwide. He enjoys playing soccer, chess and brain games.

Mecquel previously led marketing projects for KnownOrigin, an NFT marketplace, and worked as Marketing Project Manager at a Web3 marketing agency. Throughout his career, he has been fortunate to immerse himself in the dynamic Web3 industry and have had the privilege of traveling worldwide to both attend and host key industry events. Beyond his professional endeavors, Mecquel is an avid enthusiast of film, television and music. He is also a seasoned traveller, often going abroad to relax and explore new countries. When he's not immersed in the world of marketing, you can often find him on the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu mats!

Matías has strong experience in product development and team leadership. He started as a Product Manager at a startup, where he helped launch its product in Argentina, Colombia, and Peru. Later, at CoinFabrik, he supported numerous Web3 projects in defining and building their products. In the Web3 space, he also led the development of a security tool for blockchain developers, securing funding through multiple Web3 grants. With a degree in Social Communication, Matías built his career in tech by being curious, hands-on, and willing to learn. This approach has allowed him to guide technical teams with confidence. He lives in Buenos Aires with his wife and their newborn daughter. In his free time, Matías enjoys cooking—especially homemade pasta and risotto—, going to the gym and playing tennis, even if he’s still learning the game.

Alexa joined the Algorand Foundation as Head of Brand & Marketing Operations in October 2022 after more than a year at Algorand Technologies as Senior Director of Ecosystem Marketing. She has more than a dozen years of experience in cross-functional marketing roles with media brands, agencies, and trade associations. She's brought myriad projects of all scales to life, from VIP dinners and corporate conferences to OOH campaigns ...and even an interactive robot petting zoo! Prior to joining the AlgoFam, Alexa held roles at ICSC, Condé Nast, Fast Company, Magrino PR, and The New Yorker.

Carolina has been running global events since 2005 and has enjoyed her amazing journey. Carolina is now focused on designing the events of the future, retaining the essence of what they have meant in the past, to evolve with this new age of social interaction. Carolina is a mum of 2 amazing little boys and her philosophy of life involves a harmonious balance of wellness, travel, design and food.

Brad contributes to the Algorand Foundation as Growth Campaign Manager, a pivotal role focused on driving ecosystem expansion. He devises and implements innovative Web3 marketing campaigns designed to acquire and engage key participants, including developers and end-users. Collaborating closely with the Head of Growth, Brad manages the strategic implementation, tracking, and measurement of these campaigns, with a strong emphasis on optimizing the digital marketing budget for maximum ROI." A key aspect of Brad's responsibilities involves overseeing the creation and delivery of campaign materials. He is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the organization's brand identity within the Web3 space, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all marketing touchpoints. Brad provides regular reports on campaign performance, leveraging web analytics and KPI evaluation to inform future strategies and ensure Algorand remains at the leading edge of Web3 marketing trends

Joseph joined Algorand Foundation in June 2024 after spending 12 years working as an Engineer and Project Manager for large scale construction projects. As a Project Manager, he wore many hard hats. He managed large budgets, planned logistics, directed large crews, and ensured the quality of build for the project at hand. With the boom of blockchain technology in 2021, he came in dubiously. "Why are these monkey pictures selling for so much?" he asked himself. Trying his hand in Algorand NFTs, he immediately fell in love with this groundbreaking technology. While the technology was groundbreaking, it was not easy to use. Joseph once again put on his hardhat and helped develop open source, no code tools to help promote adoption. Joseph believes that blockchain technology can help empower anyone by allowing them to own their work and not be at the mercy of a centralized platform. He is a firm believer that blockchain adoption is not a matter of if, but wen.

Julia joined Algorand Foundation in 2023 as part of the accounting team, primarily focused on accounts payable matters. She spent the first 3 years of her career at KPMG, which gave her valuable and versatile experience, building a great foundation for her career. Julia then moved on to work for an asset management firm, where she gained experience working with multi-jurisdictional entities and teams. In total, she has worked in finance for 8 years, and in banking for 5. Julia is Brazilian and based in Ireland.

Evert is deeply passionate about technology. Evert served as the CEO of a Peruvian Software Factory and worked with 100+ projects across Latin America. Evert is now turning this experience in the region to grow the Algorand developer community in LATAM.

After graduating from the Royal Institute of Technology with an M.Sc. in Mechatronics Engineering, Yared worked as a Software Engineer Consultant at various companies in vehicle and gaming. Before joining the Foundation itself, Yared was an active member of the Algorand community, serving as a Digital Ambassador. Yared is passionate about blockchain, in particular the concepts of self-custody, decentralization and privacy, as well as the implications it has for the financially excluded. Outside of the tech world, Yared loves biking, proudly claims to be a foodie, and admits he's spent way too much time going down Wikipedia rabbit holes.

Fred's background in physics and aerospace engineering has allowed him to work at a some of the world's largest atmospheric radars and wind farms. Fred is a two-time startup founder and has worked on a microgravity microbiology experiment that flew aboard the International Space Station! Fred loves memes, physics, blockchain, rockets, telescopes, data, soccer, and Algorand.

Victor joined Algorand Foundation as Head of Product Marketing in April 2025. He brings over 15 years of experience in technical product marketing, with a focus on engaging developer communities and translating complex technologies into compelling narratives. He has held senior roles at Microsoft, Red Hat, SUSE, Chainlink, Polkadot, and Polygon, helping bring innovative infrastructure and Web3 products to market. At Algorand, he leads product positioning and go-to-market strategy, driving adoption through clear, developer-first storytelling.

Steve is a Developer Advocate at Algorand, where he helps new and existing developers learn about the Algorand blockchain technology with a focus on TEAL and security, as well as contributing to the Developer Portal and various repositories on GitHub. Steve previously worked as a software development team lead at a payroll bureau where he designed and implemented a full pension processing solution during the introduction of automatic enrollment within the UK, along with a plethora of other payroll related software. Steve's experience in blockchain technology started in 2016 and he was formally an employee at Rand Labs before joining Algorand.

Mohita’s law and public policy background, and passion to work on programs aimed at sustainable impact and inclusion make her a natural fit for the world’s greenest blockchain technology that is also committed to helping create a more inclusive economy. Her strong interest in the Web3 world is just icing on the cake. A researcher at heart, Mohita’s research has been published in policy journals and she is often invited to share her findings at policy conferences. She puts her experience from large mission-driven organizations such as UNDP India, Grant Thornton Bharat LLP, and policy and legal analyst to an Indian Member of Parliament to work in coordinating and managing our top projects at AlgoBharat (Algorand Foundation’s India initiative) and crafting AlgoBharat’s message across social media platforms. She enjoys reading, solving crossword puzzles, playing with her parrot and cats and listening to Bollywood, Arabic and English music.

Michael has been an active community member since 2020 and is passionate about all things Algorand. Michael officially joined the Algorand Foundation in 2024 to lead ecosystem support. He engages regularly with teams to identify growth paths and obstacles, tracks ecosystem trends and project milestones, and communicates key developments back to the relevant Foundation teams. He enjoys playing guitar and meeting people from all walks of life.

Anil is Vice President and India Country Head at Algorand Foundation, where he brings over three decades of experience in finance, tech and policy to advance Algorand's strategic objectives to expand the developer base, the startup ecosystem, and enterprise partnerships in the world's most populous country. Prior to joining Algorand, Anil was Managing Partner and Co-Founder at Vikasa Holdings, a holding company that invests in and delivers distributed technology solutions in India and other emerging markets. Earlier he spent several years at Corning Incorporated, a leading inventor of inorganic material technologies, as Director of Commercial Strategy for India. Anil spent over a decade in senior roles in the U.S. Government, as a senior advisor in the Executive Office of the President during the Clinton Administration, leading the Obama Administration Treasury Department's Economic and Financial Partnership with India's Finance Ministry and Central Bank, and as a legislative aide for economic policy to then-Senator Hillary Clinton. Anil traveled to India with Presidents Clinton and Obama during their presidencies. He later moved to Mumbai with his family to join as Executive Director on the investment banking team at Anand Rathi Financial Services. During a brief moment of creative spark, Anil co-founded Marc Lumer Productions, an animation studio that develops original children's animated series for global markets. Anil lives in Los Angeles, CA. He received his MPP from Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government, JD from University of Arizona College of Law, and BA from UCLA. Anil is a member of the California State Bar, and serves on the boards of Mann Deshi Foundation, Just Jobs Network, Skate Basti Foundation, and the World Sustainable Development Forum.

Matt Keller directs the Impact and Inclusion vertical for Algorand Foundation. In that capacity, Matt leads the design and development of strategies to increase the use of the Algorand blockchain to achieve financial inclusion, social impact, and environmental sustainability. In previous lives, Matt was a lobbyist on Capitol Hill to advance the cause of campaign finance and voting rights reform in the United States; Executive Director of the $15 Million Global Learning XPRIZE sponsored by Elon Musk; Vice President at One Laptop per Child; Legal Counsel for the United Nations World Food Programme in Rome, Italy; Legislative Aide to a United States Senator; Legal Aid attorney for migrant farmworkers in Arizona; and a Jesuit Volunteer in Portland, Maine.

Sara Jane is a Junior Developer Community Advocate at Algorand Foundation, responsible for onboarding the next generation of beginner blockchain developers through workshops and content. She also explores start-ups venturing into the blockchain space. Sara Jane first got involved in the Web3 space by working with various startups and companies, focusing on community and social media management. Her own startup ventures inspired her to dive deeper into software development, and she is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Software Development at Munster Technological University. Sara Jane fell in love with blockchain technology, thanks to Algorand, and passionately believes in its potential for positive impact. She is honoured to play a part in this innovative field.

Rayan is the Platform Partnerships Lead at the Algorand Foundation. Before joining the Foundation, Rayan took part in different entrepreneurial projects. He worked in multiple e-sports startups across the MENA region, was a board member of the Arab Esports Federation, and started a mining farm. After seeing the ecological damages caused by the proof-of-work model, Rayan took the decision to terminate his mining activities and join Algorand to be part of an eco-friendly environment.

Sarah-Maria Kollnitzer is the Partnerships Manager focused on interoperability at Algorand. With a background spanning both startups and large enterprises globally, she brings deep expertise in forging strategic partnerships that drive cross-chain connectivity and ecosystem growth. Passionate about expanding Algorand’s reach through new products and integrations, Sarah-Maria is dedicated to enhancing on-chain value and collaboration within the Web3 space.

Doroteja joined Algorand Foundation as a Finance Manager in May 2023, after almost 5 years in Bitstamp, the longest surviving crypto exchange in the world, where she served as a Group Financial Reporting Manager, with responsibilities across the entire Finance function. She has more than 15 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting in multiple industries and jurisdictions, and over the past few years her professional path has shifted towards the decentralized world of cryptocurrencies. Before moving to the crypto industry, she worked as a Consultant in Accounting, compliance and reporting with EY Luxembourg.

Joana Lacerda is a globally recognized builder at the intersection of the future of art, technology and society commissions. She has been exploring new ways of creating social justice and equal distribution of the future by supporting impact-driven tech companies. Throughout her career, Joana has led complex projects with strong creative components with a diverse range of executive, project management and operational functions, which are clearly illustrated by her remarkable successes. As an awarded activist for human rights, Joana has been invited to speak at the United Nations Headquarters NYC, is a high-level expert adviser for the European Commission on Artificial intelligence and is one of the coordinators of the European Climate Pact in Portugal. Over the past few years, a lot of her enthusiasm has been directed toward the decentralized world of crypto and blockchain where she actively supports (mainly) female entrepreneurs in the cryptoart scene as a contribution to enhancing the collective power of the creative community to co-create an equitable world. Joana was recognized by Forbes as one of the brightest entrepreneurs, innovators and game-changers under the age of 30 who are transforming business as usual and changing the world in the Law and Policy category - Forbes 30 under 30.

Jennie Levin is the Chief Legal and Operating Officer at Algorand Foundation. Previously, Ms. Levin served as Chief Regulatory and Strategy Officer at Figment, a staking-as-a-service provider. Prior to her time at Figment, Ms. Levin worked at DraftKings as Senior Legal Director, responsible for Web3 and New Ventures. Ms. Levin also spent over a decade in the public sector as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, following a two-year clerkship with the same district. For the past 11 years, she has also taught at the Northwestern University School of Law as an Adjunct Professor in Trial Advocacy. Ms. Levin earned her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her J.D. from the Northwestern University School of Law.

Marc graduated from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona with a BSc in Computational Mathematics and Data Analytics and has advanced his studies with a Master's in Blockchain Technologies. His experience in banking and startups has honed his ability to use data to drive decision-making and enhance performance. Passionate about blockchain, decentralization, and AI innovation. Marc enjoys participating in datathons to tackle data challenges and improve his analysis skills. Outside of tech, he loves skiing, biking, and various sports. He believes that staying active complements his professional life, fostering creativity and effective problem-solving.

Luca holds a MSc in Computer Science with a focus on Virtual Reality and Multimedia from the University of Turin. His professional path has taken him through very different environments: from collaborating with RAI, Italy's national broadcaster, to working in the luxury fashion industry, where he developed interactive 3D web configurators. These experiences allowed him to merge solid technical skills with a passion for building innovative and engaging digital solutions. He first came across Algorand while exploring the blockchain space. What began as personal curiosity quickly grew into a genuine interest, driven by the platform's strong focus on user experience and its developer-friendly approach. That enthusiasm eventually led him to join Algorand Foundation, turning exploration into a career step. Outside of work, Luca draws inspiration from creativity and simplicity. A lifelong fan of LEGO bricks, he also enjoys long walks in nature as a way to recharge and discover new perspectives.

Prior to joining Algorand Foundation, Bruno worked at IOHK and Consensys, where for several years, he lead engineer, design and integrate blockchain solutions into enterprise systems. He brings a wealth of experience in software development, applied cryptography, key management systems and android. Besides Web3, Bruno has worked in a variety of industries, including gaming and sport betting.

Shane McGovern joined Algorand Foundation as the Head of Platform Infrastructure in 2022. Prior to the Foundation, Shane worked with traditional blue chip companies, such as IBM, before venturing into the Web3 world with Consensys. Shane is extremely keen on exercise and recently discovered Judo which has now become his obsession.

Pravin is a passionate talent acquisition professional with over 8 years of experience in talent management, global recruiting, and executive level hiring. He has extensively hired talent across various markets such as US, EMEA, APAC etc. Pravin joined Algorand Foundation as Talent Specialist in November 2023. Prior to this, Pravin was working with Exodus and he has been involved in the hiring across Web3 and blockchain space since 2019. He likes to travel, hike, play cricket and read blogs in his free time.

Camilo is Head of developer programs at Algorand Foundation, leading the expansion of the developer and builder ecosystem globally, empowering them to take full advantage of the latest tooling on Algorand. Before joining the Algorand Foundation, Camilo had been involved in the blockchain ecosystem since 2018, being the leader of the Hyperledger community in Colombia and one of the founding members of the Hyperledger Latinoamerica chapter. He was also part of the Chainlink community as an advocate.

Prior to joining Algorand Foundation as the Head of Ecosystem Access, Devan held a number of commercial roles at prominent technology companies including Ripple, PayPal, and Xero. Passionate about all things Web3, Devan is focused making sure everyone has access to the Algorand ecosystem.

Mohammad is a developer with a year of experience, currently working as Junior Support Engineer at Algorand Foundation. He graduated in 2023 and did an internship at IIT Bombay during his final year, working on a 9-month project as part of the Algorand Mega ACE program. He has served as a regional ambassador for AlgoBharat and has won many national and international blockchain hackathons. In his free time, he loves cooking and reading.

Diego Nossa is a multimedia artist with a passion for creating visually stunning and immersive experiences. He is experienced with digital media including 3D art, animation, video editing, photography, sound design, and visual effects. He has spent several years in the advertising industry creating multimedia campaigns for various brands and designers. Originally from Colombia he currently lives in Spain. In his spare time he's either creating or watching films.

Danuta is a highly committed and versatile journalist specialized in communication, press and organization of private and corporate events. She has been in the background since March 2022 working with Carolina Carrasco, Head of Events at Algorand, ensuring the successful planning and execution of events. Before joining Algorand as an Events Specialist, Danuta was working as a freelance press officer and an event project manager. She started her career in niche fashion and perfume in the luxury sector as a head of press and PR, organizing events and press calls, and representing the Spanish press for the international fashion fair Pitti Immagine Uomo. Her professional experience has also been enriched by her work as an editor and academic coordinator in the journalism department of the Autonomous University of Barcelona. A trip to India led her to explore the e-commerce sector as a marketing and communication manager. Danuta absolutely loves traveling and she is an interior design enthusiast. She lives in Barcelona with her husband and son.

Maroti is a Community and Developer Support Engineer at the Algorand Foundation, helping developers move from their first “Hello World” to fully build products on the Algorand. He kicked off his Web3 journey at hackathons. He has been part of the AlgoBharat team for over a year, working closely with the builders, mentoring hackathons and organizing events to grow the developer ecosystem. His journey with the Algorand began in 2023 as a Blockchain Club Lead at his university. In 2024, he joined the AlgoBharat team, where he spent more than a year hosting meetups, guiding newcomers through their first smart contracts and expanding Algorand’s presence across campuses and cities in India. He completed his engineering in Computer Science and Business Systems from the Pune University, India. When he’s not around developers, Maroti can be found wandering through old forts, battling it out in late-night gaming sessions, or setting off on spontaneous trips to new places.

Kala is a Content Specialist supporting the Algorand Foundation's marketing and communications teams. Flexing tech fluency and real-world empathy, she has written over a quarter of a million words about blockchain, Web3, and emerging tech, even before ChatGPT! Her goal is to make complex topics human, helpful, and audience-focused. A US native who has lived abroad, Kala relocated to NYC from Mexico City. She has collaborated on content strategy and editorial assets for major crypto and fintech firms in the US and Mexico. Kala speaks Spanish and she's a big fan of cafecitos, Pilates, art, data, cities, and planning her next trip.

Giulio is a protocol engineer at the Algorand Foundation and the author of AlgoPlonk, an open source library bringing zero-knowledge proofs to Algorand. Giulio also has an extensive business background. He holds an MBA from Harvard, and has served as an executive for multinational companies across the globe, doing a bit of everything—from bootstrapping internal R&D units to launching joint ventures in China. Beyond computers and cryptography, Giulio is passionate about Olympic weightlifting, which he practices with (as he puts it) dubious results.

Marco has over 20 years of experience in the tech industry, focusing on developer relations and the education of developers. His expertise includes working with decentralized identities and a commitment to broadening the accessibility of blockchain technology. Marco's role at Algorand Foundation involves creating educational programs that effectively impart both theoretical and practical aspects of technology to professionals and enthusiasts alike. Outside of his professional pursuits, Marco is training to finally run another marathon after almost 10 years.

Joe graduated in 2020 with a computer engineering degree and went on to work in the defense industry right out of college. An interest in blockchain technology eventually led him to Algorand, where he started to build in his free time. After being an active member in the community, Joe was hired as part of the Foundation’s Developer Relations team. Joe is passionate about blockchain technology and believes it can make the world a better place, which is what he strives to accomplish with the Foundation. In his free time he enjoys riding his motorcycle, spending time out in nature, playing basketball, and learning about psychology and philosophy. Having lived in Massachusetts his whole life and attending college in Boston, he is an avid fan of the Boston Bruins and enjoys watching all Boston sports teams.

Argimiro is a senior software engineer on the Algokit team. He first stumbled into the Algorand ecosystem in 2022 through the Mega-ACE grant, where he built a simulator for the Algorand consensus and in the process fell in love with the protocol. He brings a strong background in Web3 cybersecurity tooling and automated software testing. Passionate about secure and decentralized systems, Argimiro balances his professional work with playing music, cooking, and training combat sports, all of which, he says, have more in common than one might expect.

A seasoned IT professional with a proven track record in dynamic environments, Jordan brings over a decade of experience in IT management, technical support, and system administration. He has successfully navigated the intricacies of the IT landscape, contributing to the growth and operational efficiency of diverse organisations. Jordan has spent his most recent years helping fast-paced startups in achieving optimum efficiency, security and productivity. He is a key player in technical support, harnessing the power of integration, automation and innovation.

Arthur Rabelo is a developer and designer from Brasília, Brazil, currently based in Vancouver. He began his journey in tech through the Algorand ecosystem in 2021 and has since worked on a variety of projects across DeFi, metaverse, portfolio tracking, and social media—all built on Algorand. With a background in design and entrepreneurship, Arthur brings a user-first mindset to everything he builds, blending creativity with technical skill. He co-created weDev, a DAO launchpad prototyped at the Castell d’Code developer retreat, and is currently studying full-stack web development at CCTB to further deepen his knowledge. Arthur specializes in React, TypeScript, and smart contracts, and is passionate about building accessible tools for the Web3 community. Outside of work, he enjoys skateboarding, snowboarding, and dreaming up his next creative project—and yes, he has an Algorand tattoo.

Tej Rathore is a seasoned HR professional with over 16 years of experience, contributing valuable insights from his work in India, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and the UK. He focuses on harmonizing global HR functions, with specialization in strategy and operations, HR compliance, data protection compliances, and payroll management across the US, Europe, South America, and Asia. Tej has a proven track record in crafting and executing impactful HR strategies, including mergers, acquisitions, and talent development initiatives. He has successfully created and implemented HR programs and practices across geographically dispersed locations, effectively managing cross-border challenges and driving organizational consistency. He is passionate about leveraging innovative HR technologies to streamline processes and enhance organizational efficiency. With extensive experience across diverse geographic regions, he brings a unique perspective to building and sustaining effective HR practices.

David has been the Lead Engineer for AlgoKit at the Algorand Foundation since September 2024. He has an applied mathematics background and was attracted to Algorand because of its formal approach to the underlying technology. David comes from an Aerospace background, having developed systems for Air Traffic Control and Integrated Launch Space Vehicles. He has been in the crypto space in earnest since 2019 and has been enamored with Algorand since 2020. Outside of tech, David loves storytelling, the outdoors, making music, and family.

Waseem is primarily responsible for the growth and management of the UK community at Algorand Foundation. He is a super networker that enjoys socialising, building relations, supporting and onboarding new people to the community. He is passionate about making an impact in the blockchain space. Waseem is devoted to doing social good and making a difference to communities. He is involved with a social enterprise that aims to help impoverished and water deprived communities in Pakistan. Waseem loves travelling, experiencing different cultures and trying new cuisines. He loves his food, fortunately he burns off the calories by playing football every week and going to the gym. Waseem can speak five languages, with one of them being Italian! Hence his love for cars and coffee.

Caoimhe has worked in the field of Human Resources and Payroll just shy of 15 years, mainly in the tech, financial and fintech spaces. She has a Masters degree in Human Resources and a post graduate diploma in Employment Law. She was Revolut’s 5th employee in Ireland and grew the Irish entity from the ground up which led her to becoming the Head of HR for the Europe, APAC and Americas regions, where she lead the Business Partnering, HR Operations, Global Mobility and HR Territory Expansion teams. She has deep knowledge and experience with startups, and understands the need to roll up your sleeves to get the work done.

Kelly joined Algorand Foundation in July 2025 as Communications Director. Kelly will lead communications and PR, collaborating with the marketing team to elevate Algorand's brand and share Algorand's innovative customer and builder stories with the world. Kelly brings a wealth of Web3 knowledge, previously working with blockchain networks, applications, and enterprises at a Web3 infrastructure company specializing in node, staking, and data-as-a-service. Kelly began her Web3 journey at a nonprofit blockchain consortium, helping government agencies, automotive companies, and blockchain networks work together to build blockchain standards for mobility and transportation. Kelly lives in Boston and enjoys running, climbing, and cooking.

Harpal started his career at PwC in both the UK and Cayman Islands but has spent the last 10+ years working in the asset management sector. His most recent role has been as Group CFO at Algebris Investments. He has helped grow boutique firms to multiples in size, redesigned finance departments and is very familiar working for global businesses with multi jurisdictional teams.

With a curious and versatile mind, Margarida's specialty is graphic design. With over six years of professional experience in various areas of design, Margarida has worked in various industries from environmental and social organizations, healthcare products, to contemporary jewelry and crypto. Her work is focused on cross-cultural design and before joining Algorand she worked with countries like Austria, Portugal, Bulgaria and Mozambique. Margarida currently lives in Portugal, but loves to travel and experience different cultures. Days in nature can never be too much, but wellness, reading and music are also part of her routine.

Ram is an engineer turned finance graduate and is currently completing his Master's in Management at ESCP Business School, the oldest business school still in existence. Over the past four years, Ram has studied across various countries, fostering his openness to change and diverse perspectives. During a two-year gap, he discovered his passion for startups and finance, leading him to work with VC funds and family offices in Germany. His interest in Web3 was sparked during an internship with a Deep-tech VC when they made their first Web3 investment into a DeSci project called Molecule. Later, Ram navigated through roles at other VC firms, eventually landing at a Web3 fund, Blockwall Capital, and an accelerator, X Ventures. During this time, he evaluated thousands of projects and conducted due diligence on selected ones. To immerse himself further in the Web3 space, Ram helped establish CityDAO's grants division and collaborated on developing automation tooling for various DAOs. When he found the opportunity to intern at Algorand Foundation, where his experience aligned perfectly with the role's responsibilities, he took the leap, and it has been one of my best decisions so far. Outside of work, I enjoy crossfit, skateboarding, and collecting vinyl records.

Meet is a backend engineer with over a decade of experience. She has won 2 Algorand hackathons, which led to meeting the AlgoBharat team. She served as a regional AlgoBharat Ambassador for 9 months and now works as a Support Engineer at Algorand Foundation, providing technical support for Algorand-based projects. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and writing blogs in Marathi (her mother tongue), which has garnered her over 1,000 followers on Facebook.

Michele works in the Economy team where he is responsible for the mathematical modeling, simulation and understanding of the relevant processes that define the blockchain ecosystem, such as circulating supply dynamics, price dynamics and governance framework. After the Ph.D. in Theoretical Physics, Michele has visited as a researcher many universities and laboratories throughout Europe, doing research both in theoretical physics and complex systems, finally getting into Investment Banking as a Quant. As soon as he leaves the laptop, Michele throws himself into ultra marathons and ultra trails wandering for days and nights into the wild, but surely cannot survive on nothing but the dew of a single Gingko leaf.

Marc joined Algorand Foundation as Chief Marketing Officer in March 2024. He has more than 20 years of experience in executive marketing positions, with a strong background in entrepreneurial, hyper growth business environments. Prior to Algorand Foundation, he was the CEO of Rulai, a start-up in the nascent conversational AI space. Before that, he was CMO at Medallia, the leading SaaS platform that enables companies to capture actionable customer data in real time. At Google, he was vice president of marketing for Access and Energy and advisor to CapitalG. He is known for launching Android and developing the brand into the most popular mobile operating system. In addition he led marketing for Google Play and Google’s hardware and retail organizations. Marc lives in Sunnyvale, CA. He sits on several boards and enjoys advising startup entrepreneurs. He received his M.B.A. from Stanford University and his M.S. degree in engineering from the University of Ghent, Belgium.

Nikhil is Technology Lead at Algorand Foundation in India, guiding blockchain development and fostering a vibrant technical community. He is also a senior fellow at the Digital Economist, advising policy makers at global institutions like the UN and World Economic Forum. Nikhil is an Associate Professor of Management at Ramapo College of New Jersey, specializing in operations and supply chain, blockchain, data analytics, AI, and sustainability. With over 20 years of industry experience and a background in computer science and business administration, he bridges technology and business. He holds degrees from Birla Institute of Technology, Concordia University, and HEC Montreal, where he also earned his PhD in Operations Management. Nikhil has held roles as a developer, architect, product manager, and management consultant, with extensive expertise in blockchain and decentralized business models. Nikhil is writing "Blockchain Capitalism," a book exploring how blockchain can address issues like inequality and power concentration, aiming to reinvent capitalism for the 21st century to be more inclusive and accountable.

Prior to joining the Algorand Foundation as its CEO, Staci ran the Center for Financial Markets and the Global Market Development practice at the Milken Institute, where she led its work on Fintech and financial innovation, capital market development, crypto/blockchain, and development finance. Prior to Milken, Staci ran JPMorgan’s EMEA public sector practice out of London for eight years. Before JPMorgan, she led the Nasdaq’s two markets for microcap companies, and in the public and non-profit sectors had senior economist roles at the U.S. Treasury Department, the Center for Global Development, and the Harvard Institute for International Development. Staci has done business in more than 50 countries and has advised and spoken widely on the potential for blockchain technology to solve real-world problems, and for financial innovation to improve financial inclusion and access to capital. Staci sits on the boards of the Algorand Foundation and the Global Blockchain Business Council. She also serves on the advisory committees of the U.S. Financial Technology Association and Evolution Environmental Asset Management.

Min is the Global Head of Ecosystem Growth where she is responsible for building partnerships, attracting and supporting Web3 verticals, and scaling community activations. She joins Algorand Foundation from Blockchain.com, where she was leading partnerships. Previous to that, Min co-founded a venture-backed startup that built consumer facing apps and was the COO. Before jumping into the entrepreneurial world, Min held a number of roles across Partnerships, BD, and strategy functions at technology and media companies. She started her career building software in financial services.

Brian leads global developer relations at Algorand Foundation, where he and his team help developers learn, integrate, apply, and contribute to Algorand technologies to solve real world problems and achieve great outcomes. Prior to joining the Foundation, Brian led global strategic transformation programs at Morgan Stanley. In his 15 years there, his work included the renovation of commodities operations systems, migration of EU derivatives clearing to Europe before Brexit, business enablement for global listed derivatives markets, and designing institutional capabilities for digital assets trading and custody. He also has extensive experience with global regulatory compliance, trading desk support, data analytics, and process automation. When he is not cooking up something amazing in the office, workshop, or kitchen, Brian is often volunteering his professional skills on a nonprofit board, committee, or task force. Brian studied Financial Economics and English Writing at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.

Eric joined Algorand Foundation in July 2022 after spending over 20 years at JPMorgan, where he served most recently as Managing Director in structured finance and Head of Asset Backed Securities for Northern Europe. During his time there, he successfully led the completion of over 100 fundraising, strategic disposal, principal investments, or advisory assignments, with an aggregate value exceeding $500bn. At the Foundation, Eric reports to CEO, Staci Warden, and leads global initiatives and strategic partnerships in traditional capital markets, as well as decentralized finance. Teams working in capital markets solutions, DeFi, capital markets access and integrations, investor relations and office of the chief economist report to him. He also chairs the Foundation's Investment Committee. Eric lives in central London where, together with his wife Francesca, they are revitalizing Rochester Square, a formerly derelict plant nursery, as a socially inclusive community arts hub.

Astha brings a profound passion for Web3 technologies, coupled with over 5 years of invaluable experience, to her role at Algorand Foundation, where she joined in 2024. Astha's background spans key positions at OCBC Bank, Singapore as Assistant Vice President and Robert Bosch, India as a blockchain developer. Throughout her professional journey, she has consistently delivered impactful contributions to the blockchain space. Her expertise and guidance have been pivotal in advancing numerous projects, driving tangible progress within the industry. Astha has shared her insights at numerous conferences and events. She is committed to leveraging her expertise to foster the growth of Algorand's developer community, both in India and around the globe. Beyond her professional pursuits, Astha is a compassionate individual with a passion for travel, painting, and design. She finds solace in nature and believes strongly in kindness and empathy. In her leisure time, she enjoys cooking, reading, and exploring new ideas.

Larkin joined the Product team at Algorand Foundation in April 2024 to help drive the development of ecosystem tooling. He is an experienced software engineer, product manager, and blockchain enthusiast with over two decades in the tech industry. With a strong background in developing decentralized solutions, previously Larkin led teams at ConsenSys, delivering bespoke decentralized platforms built on Ethereum and other EVM-compatible blockchains. Larkin is an avid runner and gym enthusiast, which is required to support his obsession with food.

Gülsah is the Head of Growth, where she is responsible for raising awareness of and excitement about Algorand's advanced technology. She creates user journeys and drives engagement and retention through data-driven marketing tactics and campaigns alongside her team. Gulsah is passionate about growth. She has 9 years of experience in developing growth strategies and building user journeys that provide real value for both users and organisations.She enjoys identifying market opportunities and has had the opportunity to lead growth initiatives that positively impact user acquisition and retention. Over the past 5 years, Gulsah has focused on growth hacking in the blockchain industry,- worked for Cake Group and Nuri Banking (formerly known as Bitwala) - navigating challenges and using innovative tactics to build user acquisition and engagement. When she’s not working on growth, you might catch her enjoying a drive in her self-designed Iveco 4x4.

Amar leads venture investing at the foundation whilst fostering strong relationships with other investors in the ecosystem, and is the bridge between promising ventures in the Algorand ecosystem and leading investors. Before joining, Amar was the Head of Investments for another blockchain protocol, prior to which, he spent almost a decade investing in early-stage Web2 start-ups.

Fabio joined the Algorand Foundation in October 2025 as the Head of Startup Ecosystem and Ecosystem Success. He leads all builder and startup programs, working to attract, support, and scale both new and established projects across the Algorand ecosystem. Previously, he was at Outlier Ventures, where he helped blockchain partners expand their ecosystems by investing in top web3 founders. Before that, he led accelerator programs at Meta and Techstars, investing in and supporting hundreds of startup teams.

Agata is a Chartered Accountant qualified with ICAS with over seven years of finance experience. She began her career in Edinburgh, spending three years in audit with CT Accountants & Advisers before moving into the asset management sector, where she worked for two years at Columbia Threadneedle Investments. Prior to joining Algorand, she gained experience in the crypto and digital assets space through her role as a Financial Accountant at Xapo Bank.

Matthew is the Chief Economist at the Algorand Foundation and a Professor of Finance and Chair of the Accounting and Finance Department at SUNY Polytechnic Institute. His published research can be found on Google Scholar and via his ORCID researcher identifier. His current academic work focuses on cryptocurrency factor pricing and capital markets. Earlier in his career, he held positions in bank balance sheet management and in deregulated electricity markets.

With over a decade of experience spanning blockchain, cybersecurity, and web2 software engineering, Gabe brings deep technical expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to the Algorand ecosystem. As a Senior Developer Relations Engineer at the Algorand Foundation, he bridges the gap between emerging technology and practical implementation. Previously, he co-founded TxnLab and helped build NFDomains - the leading identity solution on the Algorand blockchain. Having worked with both early-stage startups and established enterprises, Gabe leverages his diverse background to help builders navigate the full spectrum of challenges in blockchain development. He is committed to empowering developers through hands-on technical education and community building.

Iris is a seasoned Executive Assistant with over 4 years of experience in travel management, customer relations, and administrative support. With a people-first, detail-driven approach, Iris helps teams stay aligned, keep priorities moving, and deliver efficiently across day-to-day operations. Outside of work, she enjoys discovering new coffee spots, staying active, and making time for travel, music, and recharge days.

Nik is a cryptographer and software engineer with over 20 years of hands-on development experience, primarily in C++. He spent a decade at Ripple, where he served as one of the primary architects of the XRP Ledger and a core contributor to its open-source reference implementation. He co-founded CodeLaboratories, which developed several successful software and hardware products including the DUO3D stereo camera. His expertise spans blockchain, fintech, security and distributed computing.