Co-founder of DropDesk
Seasoned serial entrepreneur, board member and C‑level executive with over 25 years' experience founding and scaling technology and payment businesses across the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East. Combines an international legal background with deep domain expertise in electronic payments, identity management and shared‑economy platforms to drive strategic growth, IPOs and M&A transactions.
Founded Planet Payment, a pioneer in cross-border payment processing. Served as Chairman and CEO, guiding the company from a startup to a publicly traded entity on the NASDAQ: PLPM. Partnered with major financial institutions to facilitate multi-currency processing for merchants worldwide.
Hired by the shareholders of a biometric company as Chairman and CEO to reposition the Company's products and services around an identification and identity management platform, recruit team members and build the Company's first 1.0 SaaS Identity Platform. www.authid.ai (NASDAQ:AUID) formerly Ipsidy, Inc. (OTC:IDTY)
209 statistics from 80+ sources on the $3.8 trillion multi-vendor marketplace economy. Market size, seller economics, take rates, platform benchmarks (Amazon, TikTok Shop, Temu, Mercado Libre), and the DropDesk Marketplace Index ranking the top 25 marketplaces worldwide.
Stripe charges 2.9% + 30¢ per transaction — but marketplace operators pay extra Connect fees, payout fees, and cross-border fees. Here's the full breakdown and who eats which fee.
How does an online marketplace actually work? A clear walkthrough of the mechanics behind every marketplace — plus the 7 popular business models (commission, subscription, listing, lead, freemium, featured, hybrid) with real examples.
The flexible workspace industry has exploded, evolving from a niche trend for freelancers into a standard requirement for Fortune 500 companies. For entrepreneurs and landlords looking to enter this market, the biggest question is often: Should I build my own brand, or buy a franchise?
If you are new to the PR scene or have been wondering whether your company needs to write a press release, you have come to the right place. In this article, you will learn what a press release is, why it's important, and the best ways to get media coverage in the modern digital landscape.
In 2026, the landscape for staffing has shifted. New tax thresholds and a return to more flexible federal classification rules mean that the '1099 vs. W2' debate requires a fresh look. Understanding these options can make a huge difference in your company's culture, finances, and legal standing.
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