Work History

Identified a missing trust layer in the AI agent ecosystem. Designed and shipped a 95-module governance protocol with 1,919 tests across npm, PyPI, and MCP server in 6 weeks. Working Group with 4 independent implementations and 3 ratified specs. IETF Internet-Draft author.

• Defined product vision and 95-module protocol spec addressing agent-to-agent trust — identity, delegation, enforcement, attestation, commerce, institutional governance
• Drove developer adoption: ~5,600 monthly npm downloads, 125 MCP tools, 1,919 tests, dual SDK (TypeScript + Python)
• Reputation-gated authority resolver merged into microsoft/agent-governance-toolkit (PR #274)
• Published two peer-reviewed papers on Zenodo, IETF Internet-Draft submitted. Working Group with 4 independent implementations
• Designed 4-tier attestation architecture with Passport Grades 0-3 after discovering Sybil vulnerability in our own wallet system
• Built feeless Nano payment rails with delegation-gated sends, 4-gate Sybil defense, and cryptographic transaction receipts
• Shipped Mingle — AI-powered professional networking (120+ cards, semantic matching, persistent Ed25519 identity)
• Shipped autonomous product feedback loop (Nightwatch): agents scan ecosystem, analyze code, propose improvements, open PRs
• Built developer experience end-to-end: LLM-discoverable docs, MCP Registry listing, remote SSE endpoint, protocol site with live governance feed

AI-native publication where the editorial pipeline runs on the Agent Passport System. First production deployment of APS governance protocol for content operations.

• Launched AI-native newsroom with Agent Passport governance for editorial coordination, attribution, and content signing
• Built Nano blockchain integration for agent compensation and marketplace transactions
• Proof of Economy experiment: demonstrating end-to-end AI agent commerce with cryptographic attribution

Agentic GenAI platform automating research, content generation, and multi-platform publishing for startups and SMBs.

• Took product from concept to 300+ users and 1.6M monthly impressions in 16 weeks via product-led growth
• Defined and executed weekly release cadence: PRDs, success metrics, prioritization, and cross-functional launch planning
• Ran 50+ user interviews and competitive analysis; redesigned onboarding, improving activation ~30% (signup to first post)
• Led 8-person team shipping agentic LLM workflows with prompt scaffolds, tool orchestration, and evaluation loops
• Reduced manual ops 60% by designing internal automation systems on lean budget

Built pet care brand from scratch for celebrity founders Stella Maxwell and Barbara Palvin. Full operational ownership from product development to multi-channel sales.

• Built brand identity, product line, and e-commerce platform from zero to launch
• Developed multi-channel sales strategy: DTC, retail partnerships (Petco, local boutiques), and wholesale
• Established supply chain and fulfillment operations supporting rapid growth trajectory
• Launched to market in 6 months with celebrity founder backing and press coverage

Scaled a DTC jewelry brand from launch to $3M ARR and 100K+ orders, earning the Shopify 100K Orders award. Full-funnel ownership across product, marketing, and operations.

• Tripled revenue in 24 months via full-funnel strategy across DTC and wholesale
• Oversaw product lifecycle from concept to launch, driving trend-informed development and rapid iteration
• Secured $300K Meta-funded campaign (2.8x ROAS), generating $840K in attributed revenue
• Designed outbound and retention systems, acquiring 160+ wholesale accounts and expanding B2B distribution
• Led CX, paid media and lifecycle marketing, achieving 43% ROI on SMS and 28% on email campaigns
• Established East Asian fulfillment hub, reducing shipping costs by 95%

Led growth and sales ops for a PR tech agency serving VC-backed startups. Built systems that scaled revenue 20x.

• Grew revenue from $100K to $2M and expanded client base from 11 to 87 within one year
• Built CRM, outbound and automation systems; developed GTM narrative and sales playbooks
• Trained team to execute at scale with repeatable processes

Launched eco CPG brand amid global plastic bans, pioneering acetate-cellulose disposables later adopted by McDonald's in 2025.

• Raised $150K pre-seed, built Ukraine-based manufacturing and secured commercial contracts
• Led product development, certification, supply chain and GTM strategy, scaling to $120K/month
• Led R&D, regulatory compliance (FDA, EU), and pilot program execution with major QSR chain

Led GTM strategy and public sector outreach for a veteran-owned medical distributor during COVID-19 and the fentanyl crisis.

• Sourced and advanced $159M NY State COVID-testing deal through GTM strategy and stakeholder outreach
• Devised bipartisan GTM frameworks aligned with zero-tolerance and harm-reduction policy models
• Led stakeholder mapping and relationship building with government decision-makers

Led growth strategy and product development at a sustainable products startup.

• Invented & commercialized a new product format — transforming raw reed into a scalable, manufacturable straw adopted globally
• Secured and managed 2,000+ global B2B accounts, including Hilton, Hyatt, Marriott and Sysco
• Generated $4M+ in sales through strategic account management

Rebuilt GTM systems, activated new segments and drove pivotal traction for food-tech startup, enabling $5M Series A funding. Company later acquired by SoundHound AI.

• Joined with no sales experience and became top performer; promoted to VP in 8 months
• Boosted monthly partnerships by 600% (30 to 200); led team of 7 direct reports + 2 team leads
• Developed empathy-based outbound funnel that drove 95% open and 75% conversion rates
• Designed cross-team retention playbook that cut churn 90% and unlocked multi-location deals
• Built corporate segment and closed national chain partnerships, scaling from 300 to 3,400+ locations across 14 cities

Mediated business disputes, managed communications during corporate transitions and bank seizures.

Organized UNICEF, USAID, and ICRC conferences and major entertainment events with teams of 20+ staff.

Assisted in directing music videos and live productions — first storytelling experience.