Michael Wheeler – Director Finance
Michael brings 25+ years of financial management expertise to Block2AI, driving strategic growth and optimizing financial performance.
Key Strengths
Structuring and negotiating complex deal terms
Managing multi-entity accounting and financial operations
Optimizing resource allocation and financial planning
Expertise in GAAP, tax reporting, trading compliance, and valuation analyses
Proven track record in financial modeling, due diligence, and SEC compliance
Notable Achievements
Led an $87MM refinancing project, driving significant cost savings and process improvements
Spearheaded a digital payment system transformation, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience
Education and Certifications
– M.B.A., University of Chicago Booth School of Business
– Licensed CPA, Massachusetts
Strategic Financial Leadership
Michael’s expertise and strategic leadership ensure Block2AI’s financial integrity, compliance, and growth, supporting the company’s mission to drive innovation and success.
David Anderson – President / Founder
Transformational leader with a unique blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and startup success.
Key Expertise
IT Solutions: Customer-focused, technically proficient
Financing: Proven experience securing $55M in funding
Startup Leadership: Founded and operated multiple successful telecom companies
AI and Machine Learning: IT Security Solutions and Data Protection
Achievements
Successfully founded and operated multiple startups in the Graphics, ERP, Telecom and Security space.
Defined company vision, secured funding, built infrastructure, and led companies to profitability and sale
Recent Venture
Founded a cutting-edge AI and Machine Learning startup, focusing on:
Cybersecurity compliance
Secure Identity
Network Vulnernability Verification
Leadership Philosophy
“Getting the right team in place early on is essential for long-term business success.”
Dee Anderson – Director Operations
Seasoned Executive and Entrepreneur
with over 30 years of experience as a CEO, leader, and entrepreneur. Mr. Anderson has established himself as a versatile and accomplished expert in various industries:
Manufacturing
Financial Management
Computer Software and Hardware
Telecommunications
Technology Management
Entrepreneurial Achievements
Mr. Anderson has founded or co-founded 12 companies, showcasing his ability to create and lead successful ventures from inception to exit. His expertise spans corporate leadership, marketing, finance, and operations.
University Innovation and Commercialization
In 2008, Mr. Anderson transitioned from entrepreneurship to focus on university innovation commercialization. His goals now center around promoting job creation through effective technology commercialization and entrepreneurship education.
Notable Accomplishments
Led a 600% increase in licensing at Brigham Young University over four years by collaborating with the business community.
Published or featured in numerous technical and business publications, including Business Week, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Aided Engineering.
A Legacy of Leadership and Innovation
Throughout his career, Mr. Anderson has demonstrated exceptional leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and a passion for driving innovation and growth.
Raffaella Anderson – Manager Back Office
Raffaella brings over 30 years of communications and retail experience to Block2AI.
She has significant experience in corporate management and optimizing retail divisions. As CEO of Aexis Telecom SPA she built the retail division revenues from 250k to 24mln Euro in 4 years.
Ranjani Subramanian – System Support
As a dedicated Engineer, I am passionate about driving innovation in the networking space. I believe in maintaining a solution-focused mindset, approaching challenges with a positive attitude, and working diligently to ensure quality outcomes. My commitment to continuous learning and professional development has driven me to stay ahead of technological trends and to bring innovative solutions to complex problems. I’m driven by a desire to push the boundaries of what’s possible, and I find great satisfaction in overcoming challenges and achieving measurable results.
What excites me most about Block2AI is your forward-thinking approach to AI. I am particularly drawn to Block2AI’s vision of using emerging technologies to shape the future of IT, networking, and security.
Serhii Hrybkov – Full Stack Developer
Serhii brings international experience to the Block2AI development team.
Serhii leads the Block2AI Devops and front-end development, integrating databases and creating stable, secure web applications.
Serhii is proficient in PHP syntax and various PHP frameworks, has a strong understanding of database systems and scripting tools HTML,CSS, Javascript and JSON.