Nadim El-Jaroudi - Head of Product

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Nadim is a Web Developer/Data Analyst who works for the University of Virginia. He is the head of the University of Virginia Development Hub. Nadim has created several APIs at UVA that help integrate different departments at the University and prevent data silos. He is currently a cloud computing consultant on a National Science Foundation and National Institute of Health grant. He also does freelance development work for a startup blockchain company named Hashtag Protocol, the goal of which is to help track NFTs cross-chain with hashtags. Nadim will spearhead technology for Gas Garage handling software development and engineering.

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Jesse Standard - Head of Growth

Jesse is a managing consultant working for large financial services organization. He leads project architecture and implementation for banks and credit unions across the country. Jesse focuses on the strategic needs of his clients and builds out projects across the payments ecosystem - fraud, credit risk, market research and new product development are areas Jesse has extensive expertise in. Within his current role Jesse has led projects linked to research on the cryptocurrency landscape, specifically focused on how local banks and credit unions can keep pace and innovate within the crypto ecosystem. Jesse will lead the growth operations for Gas Garage with partnerships, business development and marketing falling under his umbrella.

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Robert Kearney - Head of Strategy

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Robert is a chemical engineer with a background in process control, control systems, statistical analysis and project management. He currently oversees capital investments at his plant and coordinates installation projects with equipment vendors, contractors, and other engineers. Robert also has experience leading the continuous improvement team with a focus on small incremental changes over time much like the approach Tezos takes with its own technology. He is passionate about cryptocurrencies and has been following the growth of the Tezos Defi ecosystem since December 2020 as an investor and active participant. Robert will build the blueprint of Gas Garage’s strategic vision and navigate the rapidly changing Tezos landscape.