Duane Tursi

Duane Tursi is a seasoned executive with extensive leadership experience across multiple companies in technology and investment sectors. Currently serving as CEO of Ascension Group International since October 2017, Tursi is dedicated to elevating mid-market organizations through proactive investment strategies. In addition, Tursi holds the position of President at Brightly, a company specializing in experience design and digital transformation, and is the Founder and CEO of OCTANE Sports Management, focusing on ice hockey representation and development. Further contributions include serving as an Advisor for Grand Ventures Fund and Yottabyte LLC, as well as previously holding senior roles at Riverstone Growth Partners and Netarx. Tursi’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Emory University.