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Joao is an AI developer who holds a Quantum Excellence Certificate from IBM. He specializes in machine learning and deep learning and has partnered with Fortune 100 companies like Procter & Gamble and Hearst. Joao has more than 14 years of experience and holds a master’s degree in computer engineering from the University of Porto.

Beatriz is an art director and a UI/UX design leader with extensive experience in e-commerce and digital product design for clients like the large American retailer Belk. She specializes in leveraging user personas, customer journeys, and user story mapping to create products that resonate emotionally.

Shoaib is a product designer who specializes in creating designs that drive conversions across various industries, such as freight, transportation, HR solutions, edtech, and logistics. He has worked with numerous startups in the US, Bangladesh, and Singapore, overseeing project life cycles, including user research, wireframes, prototypes, and UI.

Anna is a UI/UX designer experienced in creating UI animations and improving the usability of digital products. She has collaborated with a range of clients, from small startups to larger companies, to create intuitive mobile apps, redesign websites with improved visual aesthetics, and establish branding that represents company values.

Asset is a digital performance marketer who specializes in B2B lead generation and digital strategy. He has led successful marketing campaigns for Fortune 500 companies and a range of startups, and has managed budgets of more than $600,000. He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and business, and a master’s degree in strategic marketing from Imperial College Business School in London, UK.

John is a finance and technology leader with deep expertise in enterprise architecture and business strategy. With a unique blend of IT and business knowledge, he has successfully developed digital transformation initiatives across diverse industries. John has a master’s degree in mathematics and computer science, and an MBA from The Trinity College and University.

Jake is a full-stack growth marketer with expertise in paid social, paid search, SEO, and conversion rate optimization. He’s led growth at three multimillion-dollar companies—Bespoke Post, Sealed, and Everytable—and has been featured in Fast Company and Forbes. As a marketing consultant, Jake has helped more than 100 brands across industries improve ROAS and optimize creative across paid channels.

Sam Sycamore is a Senior Editor of Engineering at Toptal and an open-source web developer. He has more than a decade of experience as a writer and editor across several industries, and has worked with international tech startups and digital product agencies to provide software documentation, educational resources, and multimedia marketing content.

Gabriel is a digital marketing expert and product manager. He has launched products and services for multinational organizations including Nestlé, Citibank, and Royal Bank of Canada, where he was Head of Crypto Assets, Digital Assets, and AI Products. Gabriel takes an entrepreneurial approach to all his roles, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and innovations for successful outcomes.