Jan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 4 mos · Santa Monica, CA

• Founded in 2021, Dentity is a global leader in digital identity. The award-winning Dentity App is used by millions of consumers to verify their identity and build digital trust. Dentity offers a privacy-respecting, reusable digital identity solution which can be used anywhere online. Dentity Ecosystems is used by more than 5,000 developers and is widely recognized as the most advanced decentralized identity infrastructure in the world. Developers use Ecosystems to easily build SSI tech into third party applications. Dentity Enterprise provides verification services to clients who want a turnkey way to verify information about their stakeholders. Capable of verifying more than 16K government-issued documents in 220 countries, Enterprise offers a flexible (e.g., no long-term contract, implementation fees, or waiting period) to clients globally.

Jan 2018 – Jan 2021 · 3 yrs · Santa Monica, CA

• After assisting the company raise a Series A, I transitioned to full-time advisor and director role.

Jan 2016 – Jan 2018 · 2 yrs · Santa Monica, CA

• SureSale is a leader in the Certified Pre-Owned vehicle area. Our mission is to create an independent and trusted brand for buyers and sellers of used vehicles. SureSale Certified vehicles come standard with a 150 point inspection, a 5-month 5,000-mile Limited Warranty, a CAReport (Comprehensive Auto Report), and a 5-day 500-mile exchange guarantee. For more information, visit www.suresale.com

Jan 2008 – Jan 2010 · 2 yrs · Santa Monica, CA

• In 2008, eForce Media acquired my automotive lead generation platform, which connected private party buyers and sellers of cars, classics, motorcycles, boats, RV's, and heavy equipment. After the acquisition, I became an advisor and board director at eForce Media, which offered pre-qualified leads to businesses in different industries, including mortgage, debt relief, insurance, and credit repair. They were funded by a number of Los Angeles-based venture firms, including Clearstone, and were subsequently acquired by a larger lead aggregator.

Jan 2007 – Jan 2010 · 3 yrs · New York, NY

• Atrinsic (Nasdaq: ATRN) is a leading cross-platform digital content and online marketing services networks in the United States. We bring together the power of the Internet, the latest in mobile technology, and traditional marketing. Atrinsic operates the Kazaa music streaming service.

Jan 2006 – Jan 2020 · 14 yrs · Las Vegas, NV

• Tailpipe developed a track record of incubating hit businesses and media properties, including SureSale (venture funded), Expert Autos (acquired), Automotive USA (acquired), and Web Rater (acquired), and Dealer Motor Sports, a partnership with Bonnier Corporation which created the largest network of power sport classified sites on the internet, including CycleWorld, DirtRider, Motorcyclists, and HotBike. Tailpipe developed a broad range of iconic media properties, including Internet Spirits, Capo Vino, Table and Wine, and Ultra Runner. Tailpipe owned and operated a 150-seat direct to consumer contact center in Las Vegas, NV.

Jan 2006 – Jan 2012 · 6 yrs · Los Angeles, CA

• With more than $650 million in revenue, CarParts.com (Nasdaq: PRTS) is an online provider of aftermarket auto parts, including collision parts, engine parts, and performance parts and accessories. CarParts.com, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an online provider of aftermarket auto parts and accessories in the United States. It offers replacement parts, such as parts for the exterior of an automobile; mirror products; engine and chassis components, as well as other mechanical and electrical parts; and performance parts and accessories to individual consumers through its network of e-commerce websites and online marketplaces.

Jan 2006 – Jan 2009 · 3 yrs · Los Angeles, CA

• AutoCentro was a network of automotive dealerships in the Los Angeles area that was created to leverage the growth of the Hispanic community. Each AutoCentro store had approximately 100 vehicles in inventory and offered a unique buy-here-pay-here credit model, which leveraged a range of technology (including GPS tracking) to mitigate financial risk. The secondary credit markets materially changed as a result of the 2007-2008 financial crisis. The company curtailed retail operations, serviced its substantial loan portfolio, and returned all capital due to lenders and inventory flooring providers.

Jan 2005 – Jan 2006 · 1 yr · Irvine, CA

• After being in the CEO role for seven years, maintained a board seat to transition key corporate and investor relationships and provide continuity to new management team. The company had a public market cap of $500 million when I stepped down as CEO.

Jan 2001 – Jan 2005 · 4 yrs · Irvine, CA

• Autobytel (Nasdaq: ABTL) is an automotive media and marketing services company. During Schwartz’s tenure at Autobytel, the company experienced a 10X increase in market capitalization and ten consecutive quarters of profitability and free-cash flow, strengthening its balance sheet along the way to include over $60 million in cash and no debt. Prior to Schwartz taking over as President and CEO, the company had over $100 million in accumulated operating losses. During Schwartz’s tenure, the company completed three acquisitions and an equity offering, representing over $100 million in transactions. Schwartz grew revenue at the company to over $150 million.

Jan 1998 – Present · 28 yrs 4 mos · Aspen, Colorado

• The Henry Crown Fellowship Program, established in 1997, seeks to develop the next generation of community-spirited leaders, providing them with the tools necessary to meet the challenges of business leadership in the 21st century. Each year, a class of 20-22 leaders is chosen to engage in a thought-provoking journey of personal exploration — to move beyond success to a place of growing significance in the world. It honors the memory of Chicago industrialist Henry Crown (1896-1990), whose legendary career was marked by a lifelong commitment to honor, integrity, industry and philanthropy. The directory of Fellows can be found here: https://agln.aspeninstitute.org/fellowships/henrycrown/classes.

Jan 1998 – Jan 2001 · 3 yrs · Santa Clara, CA

• AutoWeb (Nasdaq: AWEB) is an automotive media and marketing services company. AutoWeb provides high-quality consumer leads, clicks, and associated services to automotive dealers and manufacturers throughout the United States while providing consumers with robust and original online automotive content to help them connect with their preferred vehicle transaction provider.

Jan 1995 – Jan 1998 · 3 yrs · Burbank, CA

• Corporate business development executive responsible for building many of the company's key marketing, promotional, advertising, and sponsorship alliances. During my tenure at Disney, our corporate group negotiated partnerships with many Fortune 100 companies, including American Express, AT&T, McDonald's, Coke, General Motors, Chevron, and Nestle, among others.

Jan 1992 – Jan 1995 · 3 yrs · Burbank, CA

• Responsible for government and corporate relations, legislative policy, and regulatory affairs. This included interacting with local, state, national, and international governmental bodies and regulatory entities, including those located in Anaheim, Burbank, Los Angeles, Sacramento, Washington D.C., New York, and Brussels, among others. I was also President of The Walt Disney Company PAC and was responsible for corporate-wide campaign contributions and political events.

Jan 1995 – Jan 1999 · 4 yrs · Los Angeles, CA

• The Los Angeles Convention and Exhibition Center Authority was comprised of board members appointed by public officials from the city and county of Los Angeles. The Authority had ultimate authority of the Los Angeles Convention Center, including approving bonds and other forms of indebtedness. I was appointed by Mayor Richard Riordan and worked on bringing the Staples Center and LA Live to fruition.

Jan 1994 – Jan 1999 · 5 yrs · Malibu, California

• The Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy was established by the California State Legislature in 1980. Since that time, it has helped to preserve over 75,000 acres of parkland in both wilderness and urban settings, and improved more than 114 public recreational facilities throughout Southern California. Additionally, it has given grants to nonprofit organizations for educational and interpretation programs that have served hundreds of thousands of children and other park visitors.

Jan 1989 – Jan 1993 · 4 yrs · Los Angeles, CA

• I was employed by the University of Southern California whilst completing my doctoral degree in Political Science. During my tenure, I worked for the Citizens’ Research Foundation, the preeminent think tank on matters related to campaign finance, under the auspices of the legendary Dr. Herbert Alexander. I co-authored several published manuscripts and a book with Dr. Alexander and instructed several undergraduate courses at the University. I completed my doctoral degree “With Distinction."