MTU XRP LEDGER TRUST - Key Persons
Andy is a serial entrepreneur and also has decades of experience in multiple industries. With a deep understanding of the African and Asian contexts, Andy advises the Foundation on creating meaningful solutions in partnership with governments.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Management Board
Bharath brings over 30 years of varied experience to the Foundation. His company also runs critical infrastructure on the XRP Ledger, including default hubs and full history servers. He is focused on creating partnerships that leverage the low energy footprint of the XRP ledger, on a global scale.
Job Titles:
- Senior Software Developer
Better known as Nixer, Daniel is our resident geek. Always coming up with new solutions that make interaction with the XRP Ledger easier. He has over a decade of experience in creating solutions for the banking sector.
Job Titles:
- Advisor - Education and Social Outreach
- Member of the XRP Ledger
Scott is a long time member of the XRP Ledger ecosystem, and runs critical infrastructure. As an educator, Scott has been focused on how both academics and students can benefit from the XRP Ledger and develop solutions that go beyond just transactions. Scott leads the various partnerships the Foundation has with Universities.
Getahun has a varied background and expertise. Having handled a wide portfolio as a Minister in the Ethiopian Government in the past (Education, Technology, Science and Innovation), he brings a breadth of knowledge to the Foundation. Having a PhD in Electrical Engineering, means he understands more than others the importance of using energy efficient technologies. Getahun specializes in the Foundation efforts in the African continent.
Edward helps monitor and manage services that the Foundation runs. Apart from this, as a veteran of the United States military, Edward has a deep interest in using the XRP Ledger to create solutions that benefit not only his fellow veterans, but also the wider context of charitable giving using the XRP Ledger.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Management Board
- Partner at Grant Thornton Baltic
A partner at Grant Thornton Baltic, Kristjan brings a wealth of knowledge that helps the Foundation. He is instrumental in creating partnerships with universities, NGOs and also helping us drive compliance solutions.
Marko leads all communication initiatives of the Foundation. He is also instrumental in managing our relationships with universities for projects and scholarships.
Job Titles:
- Technical Advisor
- Lead Contributor to the Hooks
A gifted programmer, Richard is the lead contributor to the Hooks amendment under development. Richard is an invaluable resource in troubleshooting various aspects of the XRP Ledger, and adding new features.
Job Titles:
- Head of Analytics and Compliance
- Member of the XRP Ledger
Thomas is a well respected member of the XRP Ledger ecosystem. He has been tireless in his efforts to combat suspicious and fraudulent activity on the XRP Ledger. In his role at the Foundation, Thomas will continue to better the process whereby the XRP Ledger will be the blockchain of choice for users and enterprises alike.