Max Cohen is experienced and proven

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Max Cohen, a serial entrepreneur and visionary leader, has founded and exited eight companies since 1992, with the total value accreted by these public and private companies surpassing $1 billion, including numerous 10x+ returns and one remarkable 70,000x exit. Focused on fintech, he pioneered the sector as founder of one of the world's first fintech companies and launched five ventures in this dynamic field. Renowned for his insights, Max extends his influence as a sought-after strategic advisor and public speaker.

Max's narrative showcases resilience through significant setbacks, personal loss, and tragedy, evolving personally and professionally in the global business landscape. He held pivotal roles as a Session Chairman, Moderator and Member of the New York Stock Exchange’s Governance Services and as a Board Member and Committee Chairman for Odyssey Marine Exploration, Inc. (Nasdaq:OMEX)—the world leader in shipwreck exploration and recovery.

For many years, Max Cohen has been a member of YPO (Young President's Organization), the world's premier organization of Chief Executives. He was also a member of EO (Entrepreneur's Organization) since the mid-90s and was one of the original founding members of the EO Arizona chapter and the YPO Scottsdale chapter. Max has served as President, International Board Member, and Arizona board member. He has also been twice nominated by his peers for the Ernst & Young “Entrepreneur of the Year Award,” the world’s most prestigious business award for entrepreneurs.

As an active investor and global strategic advisor, Max fuels technology on five continents by empowering entire ecosystems and the players within the industry, including entrepreneurs, emerging companies, venture funds, and investor groups dedicated to solving some of the world's most complex problems. He also advocates for education access through technology and volunteers his time and resources to bring education to remote villages. He serves as a Diplomatic Attaché to the Honorary Consulate of Iceland, reflecting his commitment to diplomacy. A lover of adventure, Max is an avid skier, mountaineer, scuba diver, and world traveler—having visited nearly 120 countries.