Management Team / Advisory Board Bios
Tom Szabo Chief Executive OfficerTom is a senior executive with experience managing all aspects of complex international businesses. Over 30 years, he founded and served as Chairman and CEO of four successful media and technology companies, including three with public market exits., Kurt Brendlinger Chief Operating OfficerFounding significant companies and co-managing an $800 million investment fund. Since 2004, co-founded and led Santa Monica Capital Partners, LLC, overseeing operations and strategy while actively managing the firm's portfolio companies., Danielle ThompsonSVP Partner Rides and ContentDanielle Thompson catalyzed Freebird's growth, achieving 600k downloads and 52% word-of-mouth referrals, through strategic leadership. Her diverse experience spans from TV production to tech innovation, all underpinned by a BA in Communications and Media., Adam DuroCTOOver 15 years as a multi-disciplined engineer and IT leader 2014 Los Angeles Business. Journal "CTO of The Year" award winner CTO @ Zehner. Sr. Manager, Software. Engineering @ Evolve Media, Ben Lappen VP MarketingGo-to-market specialist. successfully guided more than 100 product fundraisers and launches. Leads Vneck Media, an innovative creative agency known for its exceptional work with renowned clients like Mastercard, Google, BMW, and Sports Illustrated., Stephanie GrandeCity Logistics CoordinatorMarketing and fundraising consultant. Previously an executive in a highly technical engineering industry, Stephanie transitioned to serving as a fractional COO for startups.