Jun 2023 – Nov 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos · London, England, United Kingdom · Remote

• Reya is a new breed of exchange - a "Ce-DeFi" exchange. This combines the best in off-chain speed, throughput and user experience, with on-chain execution, clearing and settlement. The hybrid setup delivers maximum value to users and is composed of two parts:
• Reya Exchange: a centrally run venue that will provide all the speed, customer support and user experience currently accessible in a CeFi venue
• Reya Network: a trading-optimised EVM rollup that can ensures trading remains non-custodial, transparent and composable. Uniquely, while Reya Exchange will use Reya Network, other exchange can build on Reya Network too. The network design means as other exchanges join the ecosystem it will create an interconnected web of liquidity, providing additional market depth, capital efficiency and improving trading experiences for end users.
• Reya Labs rebranded from Voltz Labs in December 2023 as the company strategy evolved.

Oct 2022 – May 2023 · 7 mos · London, England, United Kingdom

Apr 2020 – Oct 2022 · 2 yrs 6 mos · London, England, United Kingdom

Jan 2017 – Feb 2020 · 3 yrs 1 mo · London, United Kingdom

• Provides strategic direction to a fast-growing tech-based property management scale-up, including coordination of the operational delivery across nine markets. Drove operations through Series B and Series C fundraising rounds, securing over $35M in funding. Maintains end-to-end oversight of the digital product roadmap for internal and customer facing tools. Implemented a framework of iterative improvements, reorganizing the development team into cross-functional squads to best deliver results.
• Key Achievements:
• Conceptualized and executed growth strategies to double revenue to over $18M across nine international markets.
• Established and nurtured the product management team, recruiting and training staff to increase from one to ten over the first year, placing an emphasis on UI/UX activities and data analytics.
• Acted as General Manager in Lisbon, providing leadership in the region.

Jan 2015 – Jan 2017 · 2 yrs · London, United Kingdom

• Operational management for a UK-based charity with oversight of fundraising and project delivery. Led an international team of 10+ staff and 100+ volunteers in the raising of $17M in annual donations. Directed the development of multiple mobile apps with submissions to the App/Play Store.
• Key Achievements:
• Architected a refugee camp in Djibouti staff with volunteers to aid in the resettlement of Yemen conflict survivors.

Jan 2014 – Jan 2015 · 1 yr · London, United Kingdom

• Founded a technology start-up which combined advanced geometric algebra with cutting-edge mobile technology to transform mobile phones into a 3D body scanner, enabling body size measurements. Set the organization’s vision and strategy, driving product strategy and business plan implementation. Delivered engaging pitches to global retailers and potential investors to secure funding. Accepted as part of the Accelerate Cambridge Incubator at the Judge Business School, University of Cambridge.

Jan 2010 – Jan 2014 · 4 yrs · Aylesbury

• Responsible for the conceptualization and development of patented electronic aids for individuals with disabilities across the UK NSH and international markets. Supervision of a multi-disciplinary team, including management of contractors and manufacturing partners. Oversight of the product roadmap, departmental budget, and strategic plan. Participated hands-on in software development, nurturing talent and creating a strong software engineering team. Maintained and improved a portfolio of legacy products.

Jan 2006 – Jan 2010 · 4 yrs

• Leveraged subject matter expertise to provide business analysis and solution consultancy services to clients seeking software solutions for complex problems. Developed desktop and online software using both waterfall and Agile (Scrum) methodologies in C# and .NET. Created cooperative relationships with in-house and off-shore teams. Developed expertise in mathematical modelling including MATLAB and C++ skills in the space and defense sectors.
• Key Achievements:
• Recognized with Best User Interface in 2008 Pioneering Silverlight and evolving the developer/designer interaction through the use of XAML.

Jun 2005 – Sep 2005 · 3 mos