Stephen has 10 years of experience in research strategy and the application of emerging technologies for investors and enterprises. Stephen is the former Director of the North Texas Blockchain Alliance where he led the cultivation of the Blockchain and Cryptocurrency competencies among software developers, C-level executives, and private investment advisors. Stephen has spoken to the executive leadership teams of large enterprises in both private consultation and invite-only events at the Dallas Federal Reserve and other esteemed venues. Stephen has launched various blockchain businesses in the past 8 years while advising startups in the space. He is currently the CTO of Plymouth Artificial Intelligence which is researching and developing future applications of AI for the startups of the future. In this capacity he also advises companies on building platforms that seek to leverage emerging technologies for new business cases.

Michael focuses on blockchain systems integrating strategy and software architecture. He formed the first blockchain consultancy in the DFW, built the UT Dallas Blockchain Club into a hub for developing student expertise and blockchain research. He’s been a consultant to corporations such as Thomson Reuters, a fractional CTO, and put teams together for the development of blockchain software. Michael is a recognized Blockchain Subject Matter Expert speaking at nationwide conferences.