Melanie is a Venture Capitalist, Board Member and Mentor.
She says, "My titles and positions never break down what I am truly good at – people. I find meeting strangers no sweat and nurture relationships without a hitch.
Networking in my world is a necessity and something I approach instinctively. I take pride in the fact I can pretty much talk about anything to anyone, then turn it around to spawn a synergetic liaison.
Besides all of this, I've travelled and lived around the world for business and pleasure. I am a true foodie as well as trained in the culinary arts and believe great ideas in technology will make this world a better place!
Join me in my journey and send me a message to [email protected]!"
Basic Future with David Shrier
David Shrier is a futurist and innovation catalyst with expertise in artificial intelligence, data/analytics, fintech, digital identity, cybersecurity, and collaborative innovation. He leads venture studio Visionary Future LLC, helping Global 2000 companies create breakout growth as well as incubating new technology-enabled businesses.
David holds an appointment as Professor of Practice, Imperial College Business School, Imperial College London, and is a Visiting Scholar with the GEAR Lab at the School of Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He previously was an Associate Fellow with Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, and a Lecturer & Futurist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he also held positions as Managing Director, Connection Science and New Ventures Officer, MIT Sloan.