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Team

Led by an exceptional team with over 100 years combined experience in the technology industry.

Jawad Ashraf

Jawad Ashraf

Co-Founder and CEO

A tech entrepreneur for 30 years, drove the Entertainer Dubai's tech transformation to a $100m exit. He founded and exited multiple businesses, pioneering cutting-edge solutions in Kidnap and Ransom, Anti-Terrorism, Energy Trading, Mobile Gaming, and VR. A speaker on web3 and the metaverse, he co-founded Virtua, a leading web3 gaming metaverse and NFT marketplace.

Gary Bracey

Gary Bracey

Co-Founder and Chairman

BAFTA-nominated games veteran with 35+ years of experience, has a unique talent for bringing digital products to life. He's led successful game transitions across platforms, from home computers to VR, excelling in Western and Asian markets. Co-founder of Virtua, a top gaming metaverse and NFT marketplace in web3.

Doug Dyer

Doug Dyer

COO

25+ years of experience, has funded, started, and built successful companies, overseeing the development and launch of 100+ games. He's collaborated with major IPs like Age of Empires, WWE, and also launched Warner Mobile. His expertise spans digital, social, and mobile game publishing, product development, blockchain/NFT, licensing, and more.

Ash Mohammed

Ash Mohammed

CSO

A seasoned strategist with over two decades of experience, excels in guiding Fortune 500 companies toward the metaverse's potential. He has spearheaded web3 initiatives and partnerships across sports, entertainment, and music, featuring luminaries like Kevin Hart, Shelby American, Paramount Pictures, and Legendary Entertainment.

Anis Chohan

Anis Chohan

CTO

Seasoned Enterprise Solution Architect, is a recognized expert in Digital Experience Platforms (DXP), with a notable focus on Sitecore. His expertise has benefited global brands like HSBC, Stanley Black & Decker, Wacom, and ASOS. Co-founded and contributed to the launch of several blockchain projects, demonstrating his commitment to cutting-edge technologies.

David Atkinson

David Atkinson

Ecosystem Development

Blockchain economy expert with numerous exits, served as Holochain's early team member and commercial director. As the ex-COO of Mind Gym, he boosted revenue threefold over four years, contributing to its £150m market cap. Since 2017, he's advised over 50 businesses in Western and Eastern markets, including DONG Energy