The Leadership Team

Jane is a dynamic executive leader and President of Speedy Holdings Group, with decades of proven experience in sales and management across retail and business environments. Bringing 20 years in B2C retail operations and 10 years focused on B2B channels, Jane has built a strong reputation for driving revenue growth, developing high-performing teams, and scaling companies through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Her career reflects a consistent ability to inspire teams, streamline processes, and deliver results in competitive, fast-paced markets. Jane’s leadership includes a successful exit from a prior venture, where she played a key role in growing and positioning the organization for a profitable transition. Known for her people-centered approach, she excels at recruiting and mentoring talent, fostering collaborative cultures, and implementing scalable systems that support rapid expansion. At Speedy Holdings Group, Jane applies her extensive expertise to oversee franchise development, sales strategies, team building, and operational execution, guiding the company’s multi-faceted revenue streams and national growth initiatives with precision and vision in the evolving FinTech and electronic payments sector. Her strategic insight and hands-on leadership continue to propel Speedy toward sustained innovation and market dominance.

Patrick, CPA, is a seasoned Chief Financial Officer who joined Speedy Holdings Group in February 2026, bringing over 20 years of high-impact leadership in finance, merchant services, lending, and operational scaling. A CPA and member of the NYSSCPA and AICPA, Patrick excels in financial analysis, strategic planning, cash management, risk mitigation, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance. His expertise includes building sophisticated financial systems, implementing robust controls, optimizing budgets and models, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable results in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Patrick has a proven track record of navigating severe financial challenges and driving rapid expansion. He joined a merchant funding company during a critical liquidity crisis and quickly restored stability through disciplined cost controls, enhanced collection strategies, and innovative portfolio analytics. By developing automated systems, performance metrics, and process improvements, he significantly boosted collection efficiency, reduced ineligible accounts, generated meaningful savings, and increased borrowing capacity to support aggressive growth. With extensive experience raising hundreds of millions in debt financing and scaling operations to mid-nine-figure annual volumes, Patrick brings exceptional financial acumen and strategic foresight to Speedy Holdings Group, enabling efficient management of multi-faceted revenue streams and accelerated national expansion in the competitive FinTech and electronic payments landscape.

Tom is a seasoned social impact business consultant and serial entrepreneur with over 18 years of experience guiding hundreds of clients worldwide to achieve personal and professional excellence. Raised in a family of entrepreneurs, Tom has been building businesses since his teenage years, starting with freelance writing and a college paper assistance service, followed by a successful e-commerce venture during his time at the University of Pittsburgh. There, he earned a rare honors research degree for his groundbreaking work on the science of peak performance and human potential. With a deep commitment to mental health and social good, Tom has launched impactful programs supporting special needs and troubled youth, as well as initiatives in drug and alcohol recovery, teacher training, and neurodivergent business owners. Recognized with Pittsburgh's Rising Star Get Involved Award, he has helped clients across diverse industries—including fintech, energy, finance, education, and wellness—scale to million-dollar successes through peak performance strategies, team building, systemization, automation, growth optimization, and risk mitigation. A sought-after speaker and trainer for organizations like PNC, PPG, International Mensa Society, and universities, Tom co-founded the University of Pittsburgh Mindfulness Research Center and remains dedicated to empowering social impact businesses to maximize their reach and create positive change on a global scale.

Gary is a highly accomplished technology leader and Chief Technology Officer at Speedy Holdings Group, with more than 15 years of experience delivering innovative, secure, and scalable IT solutions in FinTech and electronic payments. A Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) and Systems Engineer (MCSE), Gary combines deep technical expertise with strategic vision to architect robust infrastructures that enable rapid business growth. His background includes service as a Logistics and Guidance Systems Specialist in the United States Marine Corps, where he managed secure network integrations and real-time data systems during deployments in Iraq, instilling a disciplined, mission-critical mindset that continues to define his approach to technology leadership. Gary has been instrumental in Speedy’s technological foundation, having served as IT Director for U.S. Business Lending—founded by Speedy Chairman Scott W. Clymo—from 2013 to 2021, where he designed and scaled the systems that supported nationwide expansion to 364 sales offices and facilitated the seamless transition to the Speedy brand. As CTO since 2021, Gary leads the development and deployment of Speedy’s suite of AI-powered platforms and revenue streams, driving advanced AI-driven automation, predictive analytics, fraud detection, risk assessment, and real-time processing capabilities. His expertise in artificial intelligence has been central to building intelligent, high-performance systems that power all nine revenue streams, while his exceptional leadership inspires and directs an outstanding team of Speedy technicians to deliver cutting-edge innovation and operational excellence within the company.

Mark is a distinguished financial strategist, mathematician, and investor with extensive expertise in business development, capital markets, and innovative FinTech solutions. As Co-Founder and Chief Strategist of OVTLYR—an AI-driven platform that analyzes investor behavior and sentiment to generate predictive stock trading insights—he combines quantitative algorithms with behavioral finance to create powerful market tools. A Texas A&M University alumnus, Mark has built a career advising on high-impact initiatives, forging strategic alliances, and delivering strong value in dynamic industries, including FinTech and electronic payments. As Strategic Advisor and Board Member at Speedy Holdings Group, Mark brings critical perspective on governance, risk management, and long-term strategy. His thoughtful guidance supports the integration of nine diverse revenue streams into a unified ecosystem and contributes to the company's momentum toward an ambitious 2026-2027 IPO. Mark's deep insights into FinTech dynamics help position Speedy as a leader in chargeback elimination and real-time transaction protection through its patented Financial Protection Services (FPS) platform, driving meaningful progress in the $15 trillion electronic payments industry.

Peter Gold is a proven Global Chief Marketing Officer, Exponential Growth Strategist, and visionary executive with more than 20 years of experience driving non-linear, transformative growth for digital-first enterprises and global brands. As Speedy’s new President, he brings an unparalleled track record of scaling revenue from zero to hundreds of millions — and from hundreds of millions to billions — while engineering multiple high-value exits totaling more than $20 billion in enterprise value. His leadership will accelerate Speedy’s trajectory toward its projected IPO in October 2027, powering the rapid commercialization of the FPS flagship product and the most profitable franchise model in history. In his role at Speedy, Peter is responsible for overseeing global growth strategy, marketing and digital transformation, investor relations support, strategic partnerships, and executive leadership of the company’s aggressive scaling initiatives. He is uniquely positioned to orchestrate the full-funnel, omnichannel go-to-market programs required to dominate markets at unprecedented speed and profitability — capabilities he has repeatedly demonstrated across multiple industries and continents. Most recently, as Global Chief Marketing & Growth Officer, Fractional CMO, and Strategic Growth Partner at Gold Ventures (an incubator, accelerator, and private equity firm based in Miami, Florida), Peter has partnered directly with Daymond John and The Shark Group to develop disruptive exponential growth roadmaps, digital transformation programs, and marketing strategies for portfolio and client companies. He has managed growth marketing budgets ranging from $10,000 per month to more than $400 million annually. Notable achievements include architecting and executing a ~$100 million marketing plan for a luxury brand that propelled revenue from approximately $115 million to $475 million in less than one year while directing global strategy and expansion. He also serves as a strategic advisor to AI think tanks, venture capital platforms (including Silicon Valley AI Think Tank and IVP.vc), and high-growth companies in FinTech, crypto, blockchain, AI, legal/professional services, real estate, security, and other sectors — consistently delivering 3x, 5x, and 10x growth rates in compressed timeframes. Prior to Gold Ventures, Peter served as Global Chief Marketing Officer, Chief Digital Marketing Officer, and Head of Public Relations at Market America | SHOP.COM, a global eCommerce, CPG, and direct-selling powerhouse (March 2014 – November 2022). In this capacity, he designed and executed comprehensive global marketing roadmaps that delivered 5x revenue growth — scaling the business from approximately $400 million to more than $2 billion — while expanding market presence into over 170 countries and territories. He built and mentored a high-performance global digital marketing team from 3 to more than 50 professionals, fostering a culture of real-time analytics, KPI transparency, and absolute accountability. Peter spearheaded omnichannel campaigns across SEM, SEO, CRO, social commerce, email, SMS, retargeting, and personalization, dramatically improving customer acquisition, retention, ROAS, CAC, and LTV. He launched and managed global marketplace programs on Amazon, eBay, Alibaba (China), Tmall Global, Shopee, and Lazada, achieving rapid and sustained international penetration. Additionally, he developed UX and brand positioning strategies for more than 40 websites across multiple languages and currencies, led high-profile corporate communications and media outreach (including events featuring A-list celebrities, athletes, entertainers, and influencers), and positioned the company to earn prestigious industry rankings such as Digital Commerce 360’s Top 100 Online Marketplaces and Newsweek’s Best Online Shops. Earlier in his career, Peter founded and led The Gold Standard, an executive management and marketing consultancy where he advised private equity funds, hedge funds, investment banks, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, and family offices on high-growth digital marketing and eCommerce ventures. He architected digital transformation roadmaps that, in one notable CPG engagement, increased revenue from approximately $30 million to $100 million in just 90 days. As Executive Vice President, General Manager, and Board Member at VegasInsider.com, Inc. and related companies, Peter drove 300% growth in advertising sales and 400% growth in eCommerce revenue — scaling from $0 to $500 million — while overseeing marketing, operations, branding, P&L management, and strategic partnerships. His leadership culminated in a highly successful $430 million exit. Previously, as Director/General Manager and Director of Business Development at CBS SportsLine.com, Inc. he led strategy, tactics, and execution for digital marketing, business development, sales, and operations across multiple subsidiaries, achieving exponential increases in revenue, market share, and customer base before successfully spinning out the division into the standalone VegasInsider.com entity. Peter holds a Juris Doctor from Brooklyn Law School and a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University Center at Binghamton (SUNY). He is an active board and community leader, including serving as Executive Committee Member of the Board of Directors for the Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation and as a Board of Advisors and Committee Member (Finance, Athletic Steering, and Safety Committees) for Miami Country Day School. Peter is also a Founding Member of the Board of Directors for the Irie Foundation, Peace For The Children Foundation, and The Consequences Foundation, and a graduate of the U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation (Miami Division) Citizens’ Academy (Fall 2012 Class), where he continues to serve on the Digital Outreach Team and as a member of the FBI Miami Citizens’ Academy Alumni Association. Peter’s core competencies encompass digital marketing and exponential growth strategy, global eCommerce and omnichannel expansion, AI/machine learning optimization for marketing, brand building and reputation management, data-driven KPI development, strategic partnerships and fundraising, global leadership and team scaling, P&L management, and enterprise value creation. His first-mover mindset in emerging technologies, combined with deep operational experience across 170+ territories and a proven ability to navigate complex international GTM strategies, makes him the ideal President to propel Speedy into the billions faster than any company before it. With a career defined by disruptive innovation, measurable hyper-growth, and successful exits, Peter Gold is poised to deliver exceptional returns for Speedy’s investors while building a market-leading organization that redefines speed, scale, and profitability in its industry.

Carla Fortenberry is a strategic development and fundraising executive with more than 10 years of distinguished experience in corporate partnerships, sponsor engagement, and revenue-generating initiatives within the venture capital and innovation ecosystem. She proudly joins Speedy as Director of Investor Relations and Director of Speedy Barracuda Tank — the company’s ground-breaking new investor matchmaking platform launching within the next 90 days. Marketed as “Shark Tank on Steroids,” Speedy Barracuda Tank will transform how founders and investors connect through a highly curated, high-velocity, technology-driven experience that dramatically accelerates deal flow and capital deployment. In her dual leadership role at Speedy, Carla is responsible for building and managing investor relationships, overseeing due diligence processes, and driving strategic fundraising initiatives. She will also lead the end-to-end development and launch of the Barracuda Tank platform, leveraging her proven expertise in large-scale investor events, corporate sponsorships, and global partnership ecosystems to create an unmatched matchmaking experience for both investors and high-potential companies. Her immediate focus includes curating premium deal flow, designing investor engagement strategies, and ensuring the platform delivers exceptional value from day one. Prior to joining Speedy, Carla served as Vice President at SAYJ Global Partners, a global advisory firm that partners with early-stage, growth-stage, and Fortune 500 companies to support international expansion and strategic growth. In this capacity, she established a growing pipeline of international investors and corporate partners, led high-impact global fundraising initiatives through targeted events and engagement strategies, and developed corporate engagement plans that expanded funding pipelines and sponsorship opportunities. She also drove business development and fundraising strategy, ensuring alignment between revenue growth objectives and organizational priorities. Carla’s most significant impact came during her eight-year tenure at Keiretsu Forum, one of the world’s largest angel investment networks. As Managing Director, she built and managed a robust pipeline of more than 2000 corporate partners, sponsors, and high-net-worth investors, driving sustained revenue growth across the organization. She planned and executed over 600 investor events, conferences, and fundraising programs, successfully aligning sponsors and stakeholders with strategic initiatives. Carla secured and managed high-value corporate sponsorships from leading financial institutions, law firms, recruitment firms, wealth managers, and venture ecosystem service providers. She played a central role in organizing flagship events such as the Angel Capital Expo, which attracted more than 400 investors and featured 20 presenting companies. In addition to her operational leadership, Carla was instrumental in Keiretsu Forum’s global expansion, contributing to the establishment of 15 new offices worldwide. She forged key partnerships, trained regional teams, and built localized fundraising ecosystems that supported the network’s international growth. Earlier at Keiretsu Forum, she served as Membership and Finance Director where she expanded the investor, sponsor, and donor pipeline by 63% within two years while managing portfolio engagement from prospecting through stewardship and producing critical fundraising and portfolio data for institutional reporting. As Associate of Membership Services, she cultivated relationships with investors, sponsors, and ecosystem partners and supported the sourcing and development of corporate and strategic partnerships. Carla began her career in private banking at Banco Bradesco in São Paulo, Brazil in 2009, one of Brazil’s largest financial institutions. As a Private Banker, she managed portfolios for high-net-worth individuals and corporate clients, delivering personalized financial strategies, investment solutions, and wealth management services. She built long-term client relationships based on trust and tailored service, consistently identifying opportunities to grow client portfolios and deepen engagement. Carla holds an International Diploma in Business Administration (Finance) from the University of California, Berkeley and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo, Brazil. She is fluent in Portuguese and English, with intermediate proficiency in Spanish and basic French. Her core competencies include corporate sponsorship and giving strategy, donor and investor pipeline development, cultivation and stewardship, strategic partnerships and corporate engagement planning, large-scale fundraising events and campaigns, CRM and investor management systems, executive communication, high-net-worth relationship management, and portfolio management with a focus on revenue growth. These skills, combined with her deep understanding of the venture capital landscape, position her exceptionally well to elevate Speedy’s investor relations function and successfully launch the Barracuda Tank platform. With a career defined by building high-performing investor ecosystems, executing large-scale engagement programs, and driving measurable revenue results, Carla Fortenberry is uniquely qualified to accelerate Speedy’s growth. She is passionate about connecting visionary entrepreneurs with the right capital partners and is excited to bring her global network, operational expertise, and innovative mindset to Speedy’s leadership team. Through her leadership of Investor Relations and the Barracuda Tank platform, Carla will help position Speedy as a leader in both traditional venture funding and next-generation investor-founder matchmaking.

Michael is an accomplished database engineer and enterprise systems specialist with over 25 years of hands-on experience in database development, optimization, and large-scale data architecture. His career has spanned high-stakes environments, including major enterprises such as GEICO and the nation's largest reverse mortgage lender, as well as prominent internet marketing firms. Michael excels at analyzing complex enterprise systems, identifying performance bottlenecks, and implementing strategic improvements that enhance data integrity, scalability, and operational efficiency—skills honed through years of working with mission-critical databases that support high-volume transactions and business-critical decision-making. With a deep focus on enterprise-level data solutions, Michael brings proven expertise in designing robust data architectures, tuning queries for maximum performance, and ensuring reliable system uptime in demanding corporate settings. His ability to translate technical insights into actionable strategies has consistently driven efficiency gains and supported organizational growth across diverse industries. At Speedy Holdings Group, Michael's database proficiency strengthens the company's technology foundation, enabling seamless handling of complex data flows and contributing to innovative, high-performance platforms in the fast-evolving FinTech and electronic payments sector.

Bronson J. Gilbert is a dynamic, results-driven executive with 15+ years of senior leadership in financial services, payments technology, cybersecurity and treasury operations. He served in leadership roles within MCA, Treasury, Lending & Leasing Departments at First Data (now Fiserv), managing a $234M portfolio and leading complex payment systems, business lending, and treasury operations. MBA graduate with credentials from Harvard Business School, Keller School of Management, and Park University. Professor at Miami-Dade College teaching business, IT, and cybersecurity. U.S. Air Force Cybersecurity veteran. Bronson brings military discipline, deep fintech expertise, and operational excellence.