The Team
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Greg Arnold - Cofounder & CEO
Greg is spearheading a paradigm shift in philanthropic funding by empowering donors to simultaneously grow their wealth and support charitable causes. This is achieved through a unique platform that merges cryptocurrency investing with strategic giving, leveraging the potential of blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, and algorithmic trading.
Greg's journey to CharityCrowd.org is paved with diverse experiences in building and scaling technology-driven businesses. His past ventures include:
- Developing a frictionless global travel retail ecosystem powered by smart contracts. This initiative focused on revolutionizing the relationship between airlines/airports and travelers, empowering passengers to profit from their personal travel data.
- Founding Uniphied Media, a multi-platform social media management and publication company.
- Pioneering VR/AR content and gaming with RealitySciences.
- Creating DoxTree, a social networking platform designed to connect doctors and patients.
- Developing MVProfile.com, a platform for internet identity consolidation and online user profile data protection.
- Launching LifeLinked.com, a social networking startup based on a "walled garden" structure for communities like public school districts.
- Co-founding Arnold & Assoc. Executive Search, a boutique retained executive search firm specializing in C-level placements at venture-backed startups.
These experiences have equipped Greg with a unique blend of entrepreneurial acumen, technological expertise, and a deep understanding of social dynamics. He brings this wealth of knowledge to CharityCrowd.org, where he is committed to creating a transparent and sustainable funding ecosystem that maximizes the impact of charitable donations while offering donors greater control and visibility over their contributions. Greg's ultimate goal is to revolutionize the philanthropic landscape, making giving more efficient, engaging, and impactful.
Valentin Thomas - Cofounder & CTO
As a full-stack developer, Valentin has demonstrated exceptional expertise across a diverse range of applications, including a comprehensive CRM system, an email reception and delivery tracking service, and a front-end Web3 application. With a knack for identifying innovative solutions amidst unexpected challenges, Valentin consistently drives projects to success while contributing to the company’s overall objectives.
Valentin thrives in collaborative environments where knowledge sharing and team growth are paramount. Known for excellent communication skills, Valentin can effectively engage with both technical and non-technical audiences, bringing creativity and innovative vision to every project. Proficient in Agile Methodology, security, and privacy concepts, Valentin is also deeply curious about emerging technologies like Blockchain and AI.
Technically, Valentin is adept with source and version control tools such as GitHub, GitHub Actions, and GitLab. Their programming repertoire includes JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, C#, C, PHP, and Rust. They are well-versed in libraries like React, Express, Apollo, Vite, and Remix, and in web services including RESTful and GraphQL APIs. Valentin operates seamlessly across macOS, Linux Debian, and Windows 10 environments, and manages databases like MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server.
Valentin embodies the principles of SOLID and Clean Architecture in every role, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code. Additionally, Valentin boasts comprehensive practical experience with Blockchain, Smart Contracts, and Artificial Intelligence, further augmenting their robust technical portfolio.