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goTenna

Mike Robinson is the current Director of Product at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Prior to their current position, they were a Senior Product Manager at [goTenna](/org/gotenna) from June 2020 to May 2022. Before that, they were a Product Manager at [goTenna](/org/gotenna) from September 2018 to June 2020. Mike also worked as a Product Manager, Automotive at iHeartRadio from November 2014 to September 2018 where they focused on delivering iHeartRadio's streaming radio and on-demand music service to major automotive connected app platforms. Prior to iHeartRadio, Mike worked as a Product Manager, App Lab at [Hearst](/org/hearst) Magazines from June 2011 to October 2014 where they managed product development and execution of mobile and tablet apps for [Hearst](/org/hearst)'s magazine brands.

Mike Robinson studied political science at [Colorado College](/org/colorado-college) and earned a B.A. degree.

Mike Robinson

Michael Bergen is the Vice President of Strategic Programs & Partnerships at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Prior to joining [goTenna](/org/gotenna), Michael served as the Vice President Head of Public Sector at [SafeGraph](/org/safegraph) from October 2021 to October 2022. In this role, they led the public sector business for [SafeGraph](/org/safegraph)'s best in class Points of Interest and location data. 

Before joining [SafeGraph](/org/safegraph), Michael was the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Head of Government Affairs at [Orbital Insight](/org/orbital-insight) from May 2017 to October 2021. In this role, they were responsible for identifying leading imagery and geospatial data companies to work with and also led US Government Affairs targeting key stakeholders in Defense, Intel, and A.I. 

From September 2014 to May 2017, Michael worked as a Senior Associate at [Avascent](/org/avascent) where they focused on helping companies make better business decisions by leveraging market data and industry expertise. Michael worked in emerging areas of technology including aerospace and defense, telecom, and health care. 

Prior to [Avascent](/org/avascent), Michael was Co-owner of Shoot Indoors Franchising and a Senior Associate at Toffler Associates from February 2012 to September 2014. Michael began their career as a Manager at Deloitte Consulting from June 2008 to March 2012. 

Michael holds a bachelor's degree from the [University of Virginia](/org/university-of-virginia).

Michael Bergen has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Georgetown University - The McDonough School of Business and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business/Managerial Economics from [Lehigh University](/org/lehigh-university). Michael also has certification in Enterprise Risk Management from [Stanford University](/org/stanford).

Michael Bergen

Aaron Carl

Ashley Solan is the Senior Director of HR at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Prior to joining Ashley was an HR Business Partner at [MTD Products](/org/mtd-products-inc) from May 2015 to July 2021. Before that, they were an HR Representative at [ASML](/org/asml) from November 2012 to May 2015 and a Recruiter at [DriveTime](/org/drivetime) from January 2012 to November 2012. Ashley began their career in HR at the [University of Phoenix](/org/university-of-phoenix-inc) in January 2010 as an Enrollment Advisor before moving to Caterpillar Inc. in May 2007, where they served as a Human Resource until July 2009.

Ashley Solan has a Bachelor of Arts in Business, Public Administration, and Public Policy from [Arizona State University](/org/arizona-state-university). Ashley is certified in Human Resources from [LinkedIn](/org/linkedin) and in 7 Habits of Highly Effective Managers and 7 Habits of Highly Effective People from [FranklinCovey](/org/franklincovey). Ashley is also certified in Crucial Conversations from VitalSmarts, Facet5 from Facet5 Ltd, and Leading with the Speed of Trust from [FranklinCovey](/org/franklincovey).

Ashley Solan

Ryan Conyac

Adam Johns

Ziliang Sam Chen

Ramsel Ruiz is a senior iOS engineer at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Ramsel was previously an iOS engineer at Box and VEVO. Ramsel has also worked as an independent consultant specializing in iOS development. In 2013, they founded [Lexly](/org/lexly), where they served as an iOS developer and product manager.

Ramsel Ruiz has a Bachelor's Degree in Design & Media Arts from UCLA and certifications from Code School in shaping-up-with-angular-js and real-time-web-with-node-js.

Ramsel Ruiz works with Anne Braga - DevOps Engineer, Ryan Conyac - Sr. Android Engineer. Ramsel Ruiz reports to Charlie Greenbacker, Chief Technology Officer.

Ramsel Ruiz

Joshua Manzorolhagh

Ivan Antipov is a Senior Quality Engineer at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Ivan has worked in Quality Assurance for many years, including at AXS Lab from December 2015 to March 2017. Ivan is experienced in many different aspects of Quality Assurance and is always working to improve the quality of the products they work on.

Ivan Antipov's educational career would involve studying computer science at Bauman Moscow State Technical University.

Ivan Antipov works with Daniel Prado Rodriguez - Director, Technical Program Management, Ram Ramanathan - Chief Scientist, and Charlie Greenbacker - Chief Technology Officer. Their manager is Ari Schuler, CEO & Board Member.

Ivan Antipov

Chris Leuenberger

Tom Ramsay

Jameson Morgan

Tim Bougie

Brian Robinson

Valerie Cumbie

Brad Griffiths

Rene Alfonso

Kolton Copple

Nick Calley

Luke Stewart is the Senior Director of CX at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Prior to joining [goTenna](/org/gotenna), Luke served as an Officer at [Entergy](/org/entergy) from October 2018 to July 2019, where they were responsible for ensuring regulatory adherence and providing security through access control, physical security, and response to contingency events.

Before their time at [Entergy](/org/entergy), Luke served as a Firefighter with the City of Walker Fire Department from September 2016 to July 2019. During their time with the department, they were part of a team-based response and training unit that responded to life-threatening situations and conducted team training to secure scenes. Luke is certified in First-Aid, HAZMAT, FEMA Critical Incident Management Series, and Licensed as a Medical First Responder.

In addition to their experience as a firefighter, Luke also served as the First Lieutenant with the [United States Army](/org/united-states-army) from April 2013 to September 2016. Luke was responsible for critical incident coordination and conducting joint response with several neighboring Police and Fire Departments.

Luke began their career in emergency response as an Emergency Communications Operator with the Grand Rapids Police Department from February 2011 to March 2013 before becoming a firefighter with the City of Walker Fire Department from January 2011 to March 2013.

Luke Stewart has a Master of Business Administration - MBA with a concentration in Marketing from Liberty University and a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and Corrections from [Michigan State University](/org/michigan-state-university).

Some direct reports include Nazrin Karimli - Logistics & Operations Manager, Alon Mor - Product Manager. They are on a team with George Servino - Forward Deployed Engineer, Shawn Hurt - Director, Sales Operations, and Ram Ramanathan - Chief Scientist. Their manager is Ari Schuler, CEO & Board Member.

Luke Stewart

Natalia Kossobokova

Christie Novotny is the Director of Digital Marketing at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Prior to their current position, they were the Director of Brand Operations at [Print Syndicate](/org/print-syndicate), where they oversaw the day-to-day operations for a novelty apparel e-commerce business. Before that, they were the Digital Content Manager at Club Monaco, where they developed strategies to bring the e-commerce team in-house for the first time. Christie has also worked as a Merchandise & Sales Planner at JackThreads and as an Assistant Buyer at The Limited. Christie began their career as a Financial Analyst at [Citigroup](/org/citigroup).

Christie Novotny earned a BSBA in finance from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business.

Christie Novotny works with Andrea Garrity - Chief Growth Officer, Shawn Hurt - Director, Sales Operations, and Ram Ramanathan - Chief Scientist. Christie Novotny reports to Ari Schuler, CEO & Board Member. and Natalia Kossobokova - Associate Director, Content & Digital Marketing reports to Christie Novotny.

Christie Novotny

George Servino

Matt Finnegan

Kyle Karren

Nazrin Karimli

Ya Ma

Marcel Fontanez

Liang Tan is a firmware engineer who has worked in the field for over seven years. Liang began their career as an electrical engineer with Zhuzhou Times Electric Technology Co., Ltd. in July 2013. In this role, they carried out surveys on electronic/automation products and participated in motor control projects. Liang left the company in August 2013 to pursue a career as a firmware engineer.

Liang Tan joined ALA Scientific Instruments Inc. in July 2016 as a research and design engineer. In this role, they developed products to support biophysics and cellular electrophysiology. Their main topics of focus included analog design and test, and firmware control. Liang left the company in October 2020 to join [goTenna](/org/gotenna) as a firmware engineer.

Liang Tan is a student at [Lehigh University](/org/lehigh-university) studying electrical and computer engineering. Liang has a bachelor's degree in automation from [Northeastern University](/org/northeastern-university) in China and is currently working on their master's degree in electrical engineering at [Northeastern University](/org/northeastern-university).

Some of their coworkers include Adam Johns - Senior Android Engineer, Luke Stewart - Senior Director of CX, and Ya Ma - Director of Finance. Liang Tan reports to Ari Schuler, CEO & Board Member.

Liang Tan

Yoshina Glenn

Daniela Perlein

Todd Kuchinskas is the international market manager at goTenna. Todd has over 10 years of experience in international sales and marketing, specifically in the federal and military markets. Todd has a proven track record of success in growing company revenue and establishing new markets.

Todd started their career in sales at OTTO Engineering, Inc. in 2007. In their role as international sales manager, they were tasked with growing the company's brand within key military and government entities throughout the world. Todd identified, negotiated with, and hired key manufacturing representatives in key markets throughout the world, including North America, South America, Canada, Europe, Australia, the Middle East, the Far East and Africa.

Todd also worked with manufacturing representatives to establish and manage a network of dealers throughout all key markets throughout the world. In addition, they established a new product line and associated pricing structure for the international dealer network, which resulted in an immediate increase in foreign revenue.

Todd has also worked with the compliance department to ensure that the product line meets government import/export regulations such as ITAR, Berry and TAA. Todd has identified, organized and participated in a series of key international trade shows in an effort to increase brand awareness, resulting in the establishment of eight new international markets. Todd has also worked to get NATO Stock Numbers (NSN) assigned to key product offerings.

In their current role at goTenna, Todd is responsible for developing go-to-market strategies for

Todd Kuchinskas completed a Bachelor of Applied Science at [Ball State University](/org/ball-state-university) with a major in Communication and Media Studies and a minor in Speech Communications.

Todd Kuchinskas

Ari Schuler is the CEO and a Board Member at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Prior to this, Ari was the Vice President, Emerging Markets at [Daon](/org/daon) from January 2020 to February 2021. In this role, Ari was responsible for exploring new technology verticals and business opportunities that can leverage [Daon](/org/daon)’s trust and identity capabilities to increase security and reduce friction in consumer and business transactions. Ari also drove new opportunities in cybersecurity and travel markets, including playing a leading role in the business development efforts for [Daon](/org/daon)’s VeriFLY product, the largest operational health pass in the world. 

Some of Ari’s notable accomplishments during their time at [Daon](/org/daon) include developing and executing on the [Daon](/org/daon) Strategic Initiatives Framework, a quantitative and qualitative model which was used to evaluate opportunity costs and determine what markets [Daon](/org/daon) would enter. At the direction of the [Daon](/org/daon) CEO, Ari also conducted an in-depth analysis on [Daon](/org/daon)’s existing partnerships and joint ventures to identify ways to both optimize existing relationships and structure new efforts in order to increase business success.

Ari was also instrumental in launching the VeriFLY platform, the largest operational health passport in the world. VeriFLY enables users to securely and privately fuse together wellness credentials and identity to simplify travel to countries requiring health screening. Originally launched with [American Airlines](/org/american-airlines), VeriFLY went from a single city pair route to a global network of 10 countries, 240+ flights a day, and multiple

Ari Schuler graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from [American University](/org/american-university). Ari then went on to earn a Master of Science in Biodefense from [George Mason University](/org/george-mason-university).

Some individuals on their team include Doug Johnson - Manager of Contract Manufacturing & Supply Chain, Joshua Manzorolhagh - Jr. QA Engineer, and Ya Ma - Director of Finance.

Ari Schuler

Ram Ramanathan is the current Chief Scientist at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Ram was previously an Associate Editor-in-Chief at IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing from January 2011 to December 2013. Prior to that, they were a Principal Scientist at Raytheon BBN Technologies from January 2005 to July 2017, where they led projects on analytical performance modeling of miitary MANETs, disruption tolerant networking, sync-less TDMA MACs and the MAC group for DARPA Wireless Network after Next (WNaN). Ram was also a Division Scientist at BBN Technologies from January 2000 to December 2004 and a Scientist, Senior Scientist at BBN Technologies from January 1993 to December 1999. Before that, they were a Software Engineer at Alcatel Rovsing from January 1985 to December 1987.

Ram Ramanathan has a PhD in Computer Science from the [University of Delaware](/org/university-of-delaware) and a B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from the [Indian Institute of Technology, Madras](/org/indian-institute-of-technology-madras).

Some of their coworkers include Elan Frantz - VP Product, Ashley Solan - Director of HR, and Ivan Antipov - Senior Quality Engineer. Their manager is Ari Schuler, CEO & Board Member.

Ram Ramanathan

Elan Frantz is the current VP Product at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Prior to that, they were the Director of Product at [Airobotics](/org/airobotics) from May 2015 to June 2019. Before their time at [Airobotics](/org/airobotics), Frantz was a Researcher & Project Manager at the [University of Oxford](/org/university-of-oxford), Department of Physics from June 2011 to September 2011. Elan also spent time as an Engineer and Business Developer at PIMEMS, INC. from April 2013 to February 2015 and as a Research Engineer at FS Technology Center from November 2012 to February 2015. Frantz's career began as a Researcher at the Center for Energy Efficient Materials from June 2010 to June 2011.

Some of their coworkers include Alissa Ott-Walsh - Director, People Ops, Ashley Solan - Director of HR, and Jameson Morgan - Director of Partnerships. Elan Frantz reports to Ari Schuler, CEO & Board Member. Some direct reports include Dean Mason - Senior Compliance Manager, Mike Robinson - Associate Director Product Management.

Elan Frantz

Dean Mason is a Senior Compliance Manager at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Dean has over 15 years of experience in product management and communications. Dean has a successful track record of driving new products and developing global strategies to meet market requirements and expand opportunities. Prior to joining [goTenna](/org/gotenna), Dean was a Global Communications Product Manager at [Resideo](/org/resideo) (Honeywell Spinoff) where they were responsible for product ownership of the communications portfolio. Dean also previously worked at [Honeywell](/org/honeywell) as a Sr. Communications Product Manager where they were responsible for the cellular and IP communications portfolio. During their time at [Honeywell](/org/honeywell), they developed and maintained services and products roadmaps to meet financial targets and led cross-functional teams to deliver products per specification, schedule, and budget.

Their manager is Elan Frantz, VP Product. They work with and Mike Robinson - Associate Director Product Management.

Dean Mason

Albert Wenger is a board member at [goTenna](/org/gotenna) and a managing partner at [Union Square Ventures](/org/usv). Albert has also served as a director at Covestor, AMEE, [MongoDB](/org/mongodb), foursquare, and [Twilio](/org/twilio). Prior to their venture capital work, Albert was a director at [Shapeways](/org/shapeways) and [Edmodo](/org/edmodo). Albert also co-founded [Skillshare](/org/skillshare) and heyzap.com.

Albert Wenger studied Information Technology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and holds a Ph.D. from that institution. Albert also has a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from [Harvard University](/org/harvard), as well as a BA in Economics and Computer Science from [Harvard University](/org/harvard).

Albert Wenger

Andrea Garrity is the current Chief Growth Officer at goTenna. Prior to this, they served as Vice President of Intelligence Community Support at [In-Q-Tel](/org/in-q-tel) from 2014 to 2021. In this role, Garrity was responsible for managing relationships between IQT and the Intelligence Community, as well as working closely with government partners to test, evaluate and transition innovative technologies to support their most critical national security missions.

Before their time at [In-Q-Tel](/org/in-q-tel), Garrity spent thirteen years at IBM in various roles. From August 2001 to October 2010, they worked as a System Sales Specialist. In October 2011, they were promoted to Client Executive and held this position until September 2014.

Garrity's experience in both the private sector and government make their uniquely qualified for their current role at goTenna. In their role as Chief Growth Officer, Garrity is responsible for leading goTenna's growth strategy and initiatives. Under their guidance, goTenna has seen significant growth since its inception in 2012.

Andrea Garrity pursued a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature at the [College of the Holy Cross](/org/college-of-the-holy-cross).

Some of their coworkers include Christie Novotny - Director, Digital Marketing, Alissa Ott-Walsh - Director, People Ops, and Jameson Morgan - Director of Partnerships. Andrea Garrity reports to Ari Schuler, CEO & Board Member.

Andrea Garrity

Avi Shafar is the current CFO at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Prior to that, they were CFO at [Simulmedia](/org/simulmedia) from June 2011 to August 2021. [Simulmedia](/org/simulmedia) is a company that provides data-optimized targeting for video advertising. Before that, they were CFO at Broadband Enterprises from September 2008 to March 2011. Broadband Enterprises is an online video network that connects advertising buyers and sellers. Prior to that, they were controller at I.D. Systems from June 2005 to September 2008. I.D. Systems is a company that uses RFID technology for wireless vehicle tracking and fleet management. Avi was also assistant controller at Cadogan Management LLC from October 2004 to June 2005 and audit manager at [EisnerAmper LLP](/org/eisneramper-llp) from October 2001 to October 2004.

Avi Shafar has a bachelors degree in accounting from Brooklyn College.

Avi Shafar reports to Ari Schuler, CEO & Board Member. They work with Adam Johns - Senior Android Engineer, Christie Novotny - Director, Digital Marketing, and Joshua Manzorolhagh - Jr. QA Engineer.

Avi Shafar

Charlie Greenbacker is the Chief Technology Officer at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Prior to joining [goTenna](/org/gotenna), Charlie served as the Head of Federal and Strategic Technology Programs at [Snorkel AI](/org/snorkel-ai) from October 2020 to May 2022. Before that, they were the Sr. Vice President, Enterprise Technologies at [In-Q-Tel](/org/in-q-tel) from December 2014 to October 2020. Charlie also served as the Director of Data Science at Altamira Technologies Corporation from December 2013 to December 2014.

Charlie has a wealth of experience in technology and has played a pivotal role in driving innovation within the national security space. Charlie is a highly regarded thought leader within the tech community and their work has been instrumental in advancing the use of data analytics and artificial intelligence within the intelligence community. Charlie is a passionate advocate for the power of technology to make a positive impact on society and is committed to helping [goTenna](/org/gotenna) realize its mission of connecting people off-grid.

Charlie Greenbacker is a PhD candidate (ABD) in Computer Science at the [University of Delaware](/org/university-of-delaware). Charlie also holds an MS in Computer Science from the [University of Delaware](/org/university-of-delaware), as well as a BA in Computer Science from Iona University. Charlie is also certified from Cloudera in Cloudera Certified Developer for Apache Hadoop (CCDH).

Charlie Greenbacker works with Avi Shafar - CFO, Ram Ramanathan - Chief Scientist, and Joshua Manzorolhagh - Jr. QA Engineer. Ryan Conyac - Sr. Android Engineer, Ramsel Ruiz - Senior iOs Engineer, and Anne Braga - DevOps Engineer report to Charlie Greenbacker. Charlie Greenbacker reports to Ari Schuler, CEO & Board Member.

Charlie Greenbacker

Adam  Freedman

Anne Braga

Doug Johnson

Joe Kriz is the current Foreign Military Sales Market Manager at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Joe has previous experience working as a Regional Account Manager, FMS and US Navy for [Elbit Systems of America](/org/elbit-systems-of-america-llc) from March 2020 to January 2022. Joe was also previously employed as a Business Development Manager, FMS & International Programs for ADS, Inc. from January 2014 to March 2020 where they provided support for Security Cooperation and Security Assistance Programs logistics and procurement. Additionally, Joe has experience as a small business owner, having owned Endeavor Fitness LLC from October 2011 to December 2013. Joe began their career as a Sales Representative for [AT&T](/org/att) from January 2009 to December 2012 before becoming a Special Investigator for [USIS](/org/usis) from January 2006 to December 2009.

Joe Kriz has a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from [Old Dominion University](/org/old-dominion-university). Joe also has a commission as an Officer Candidate School from the 116th IBCT, 3rd Battalion, 183rd Regiment, Regional Training Institute. In addition, they have certification from [Elbit Systems of America](/org/elbit-systems-of-america-llc) in Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification, and certification from the Defense Security Cooperation Agency in DSCU EXEC-901, Security Cooperation Executive Course and DISCS SCM-E, Security Cooperation Management USG Executive and U.S. Defense Industry Course.

Their manager is Ari Schuler, CEO & Board Member. Some of their coworkers include Daniel Prado Rodriguez - Director, Technical Program Management, George Servino - Forward Deployed Engineer, and Avi Shafar - CFO.

Joe Kriz

Nate Havens is currently the law enforcement and public safety sales manager at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Prior to this, they were the customer experience manager at FiberQA from January 2014 to December 2018. Nate Havens is a former sniper team leader in the US Army, serving from March 2012 to March 2018.

Nate Havens has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from the [University of Connecticut](/org/university-of-connecticut).

Nate Havens

John Levy

Trae Stephens

Shawn Hurt

Daniel Prado Rodriguez

Alissa Ott-Walsh

Kevin Durkin is a Senior Visual Designer at [goTenna](/org/gotenna). Kevin has also worked as a Freelance Graphic Designer, Web Designer, and Illustrator for various companies, including [Dreamit Ventures](/org/dreamit-ventures), AIGA Philadelphia, Newark Arts Council, Index Art Center, and Gallery Aferro. Kevin has also interned at Print Liberation, where they worked as a Screen Printer and Merchandiser.

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