Team | The Global AI Internet Freedom Fund

Nkanyiso Ndlovu

Network Engineer

Nkanyiso has 8 years of experience in enterprise networking and is an expert in AWS networking infrastructure solutions. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Technology and an Associate's degree in Computer Information Systems. Nkanyiso has a deep understanding of how to architect scalable and resilient systems on AWS, how to automate network infrastructure and excels at helping organizations migrate their infrastructure to the cloud by optimizing their networks for performance and security. Nkanyiso is (currently!) based in San Jose, Costa Rica, where he lives with his family. In his spare time, he enjoys playing soccer, chess, and exploring the outdoors.

Joshua Guibone

Operations Manager

Joshua brings more than 18 years of experience in operations and workforce management to the Global AI Internet Freedom Fund. His knowledge of BPO encompasses customer and technical support and includes management and supervision of teams. Born in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, Joshua studied at Xavier University Ateneo de Cagayan and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting. His other passion is fashion design and he has showcased his designs internationally, as well as enjoying playing volleyball and working out.

Melody Britos

Operations Associate

Melody graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Electro-Mechanical Technology at Mindanao Polytechnic State College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines. She started her career in the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry as a technical support / customer service representative for 8 years. Her experience in resolving customer’s inquiries and technical issues became her edge towards leading a team for 2 years through chat support. During her spare time she bakes cakes to sell online.

Pete Nelson

Technical Consultant

Pete has 2 decades of experience in the IT industry. After completing an MSc in Computer Science in 2000 Pete worked in early stage startups in London and Sydney before returning to the UK and developing safety training systems for UK power generation companies. After joining award-winning agency Tak! Pete went on to found several product companies such as: Workfu (acquired 2012) Mixture (invested in by Redgate) Quickcast (acquired by Lookback Inc in 2015) Pete worked at Lookback for three years before leaving to co-found artisan bakery and brewery: Docker based in Kent, UK where he lives with his family. Pete has worked with AWS since its public launch and continues to enjoy prototyping on the platform.

Andrew Ayson

Junior Fullstack Engineer

Andrew is a seasoned Full Stack Engineer with over 6 years of experience in the software development industry. Having gradauted from the Technological Institute of the Philippines with a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, he has been instrumental in helping startups achieve six to seven-figure revenues through implementing strategic AI and blockchain integration. Throughout his career, Andrew has taken on various roles within the startup ecosystem, contributing significantly to their growth and success. He excels at developing robust, scalable solutions and has a keen eye for innovation, enabling startups to secure investments and achieve high revenue generation.

Roselle Nacional

Operations Associate

Roselle is an accomplished professional who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from the University of Science and Technology of the Southern Philippines. She possesses 14 years experienc in the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry. Roselle has a passion for cooking and loves to travel to experience different cuisines.

Veronica Garcia

Customer Success Specialist

Veronica Garcia possesses a strong background in customer service and administrative support. She is fluent in both English and Spanish (and almost French). Originally from Southern California, USA, Veronica graduated from Universidad Autonoma de Baja California in Mexico in 2020. She aims - and succeeds - to delivering excellence.

Anish Das

Director of Marketplace Operations

With a background in entrepreneurship and venture capital, Anish brings diverse experience focused on early to growth stage fintech and supply chain startups. His entrepreneurial journey includes founding a strategic advisory company to serve emerging companies and VC firms, as well as co-founding Medgineering, earning him recognition as a Minnesota Business Magazine 35 Under 35 Entrepreneur. His experiences. Anish has a bachelor's in chemistry from the University of Minnesota and an MBA from Georgetown University, which included an exchange program at Esade in Barcelona. When he's not working, he enjoys playing tennis and soccer, strumming the guitar, and has recently begun novice app development using AI tools.

Simon Gillett

CIO, Managing Partner

Simon is an American-British entrepreneur with experience in financial markets (Standard Chartered Bank) and academia. Simon started to buy and build data businesses in 2014, building them sustainably in 8 countries, he now lives in Virginia, USA, with his wife and daughter. Simon is English, speaks 4 languages (6 on a good day!). He is an alumnus of University College London (BA (Hons), MA), the University of Edinburgh (PGDip by Research), the University of Exeter (M.Ed) and the University of Cambridge, and is recipient for a scholarship in Artificial Intelligence from the UK's EPSRC. In his spare time he enjoys music, sports documentaries, scuba diving and traveling. He is a member of the Technology, Innovation and Operations Committee of the Institute for Portfolio Alternatives.