SWITCH

COO and co-founder of Switch Corey Staples has a background in telecommunications and obtained her Bachelor of Science in telecommunications- news from the University of Florida and a Master of Science from Florida A&M University in Management. Corey has always had an emphasis on the way we communicate by understanding the importance of intentional conversations because connection is the most fundamental part of the human experience. Corey's background in tech sales– specifically SAAS products– has helped her gain insight into how to leverage Switch on both the consumer front and B2B front, by understanding the ins and outs of highlighting and addressing customer pain points to better not only the operations of Switch but also the product itself. Corey spends 30 to 40 hours a week on Switch.

CEO and co-founder of Switch, Kiki, received a Bachelors in Media Studies and her Masters in Integrated Global Communication at Kennesaw State University. Very early on, Kiki wanted a career that has a positive impact on people and how they connect. Her education and experience as a Television Producer, has shown her the millions of ways in which people communicate and connect with each other through mediums of content, storytelling, messaging, and most importantly how those things are integrated into platforms of engagement. Her background in media and entertainment has provided her with the skills of networking and collaboration, how to leverage partnerships and integrations for Switch's B2B model, and the understanding of the consumer perspective on how people communicate and engage on platforms. Kiki believes that Switch will not only be the innovator and disruptor of dating apps as we know it, but Switch will be an enterprising application brand because it simply provides the space for its consumers to have authentic conversations in a fun, unique- engaging way.

Ramiro Canovas is a seasoned tech professional with over a decade of experience. He worked in Dell EMC, a top storage company as the Senior Regional Software Specialist and as a partner in MTM Agency, a Georgia-based marketing, and advertising agency, prior to starting his own development agency, ConsultR. ConsultR empowers organizations to reinvent themselves through creativity, technology, and innovation. His company has helped businesses like Taco Bell, FITTS, Heineken, and Pet Releaf to reach their customers through artfully crafted experiences. In his role as Chief Technology Officer at Fanbase, he handles all the technology layers of the platform from development to integrations to data analytics. He is a former professional soccer player and avid fan.

Josh Kelly is a strategic, Marketing specialist with over 7 years of experience in managing social media, business strategy, content creation, marketing brands, etc. He is the founder and owner of Kelly Media. He was America's 3rd Most Influential Entrepreneur of 2018 according to Entreperneur.com and has owned and managed over 20 million followers all over different social media platforms. His expertise in growing and maintaining organic social communities is impressive. He knows how to maximize sales in many different ways. Josh spends 2 hours a week on SWITCH.

With over a decade of experience in tax, accounting and finance, Lawron Ballard, CPA has a proven track record in roles at top firms such as PwC, KPMG, EisnerAmper, LLP, and Deloitte, working with clients like NextEra Energy, Bristol Myers Squibb, and JP Morgan. She brings her extensive expertise and leadership to drive financial success of her clients. When she's not working she enjoys hiking, reading and spending time with her nieces and nephews. Lawron spends 1 hour per week on SWITCH.

As the first Angel Investor into Switch, Isaac Hayes has been very successful in the space of consumer tech applications. He is one of few black founders to have raised nearly $10 million dollars in Reg CF on Start Engine. With his guidance and expertise, his immense knowledge in this space will not only help Switch flourish as they launch into market, but his resources and network that he leverages and provides to this startup will optimize the success of Switch.