Get to Know Us
Meet our Team
Meet the passionate professionals who empower the next generation of startups to achieve groundbreaking results. We don't just guide, we propel. Our team of seasoned veterans is here to bridge the gap between your vision and reality. With their unparalleled expertise, we unlock your startup's full potential.
Lawal Dania
Managing Partner
Lawal Dania
Managing Partner
Lawal's passion for innovation extends beyond corporate environments. He holds a Computer Science degree with a Business and Management from the University of Manchester and a Master's degree in Analysis, Design and Management of Information Systems from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). Leveraging this academic foundation, Lawal has successfully founded and built businesses in both the UK and Africa.
In recent years, Lawal has dedicated himself to empowering the next generation of tech startups. His expertise in shaping businesses for investment makes him a valuable asset to the AINAD team and the entrepreneurs we support.
- Phone:+44 2033087666
- Email:lawal@ainad.net
Marco Poliafico
Consultant - Strategy
Marco Poliafico
Consultant - Strategy
In his corporate professional career, through over 15 years of experience mostly within the cleantech and sustainability industries, Marco gained a strong insight about process, project and team management in large companies. His expertise lies at the crossroad between strategy, analytics and operations.
As an entrepreneur, Marco co-founded (and later exited) www.expert-energy.co.uk, a small firm focused on sustainability and energy efficiency consulting services in the UK. More recently, he started the development of a sustainable boutique hotel in Portugal (currently with the aim to start operations in June ’24).
Marco holds an executive MBA from Bayes Business School (with specialisation on business strategy and business models), other than 2 Engineering Master’s Degrees (in Italy and Ireland) and has authored more than 20 between technical and market intelligence reports and scientific publications about renewable energy technologies.
- Phone:+44 2033087666
- Email:marco@ainad.net
Amber J Adams
Consultant -Leadership & Talent
Amber J Adams
Consultant -Leadership & Talent
As a coach, she partners with her clients to release and reframe the internal stories holding them back from their desire to work and lead from an authentic, human-centered space. She received her leadership coaching certification through the ACT Leader program in partnership with the Brown University School of Professional Studies.
Before becoming a coach, Amber was an advertising executive who led high-performing creative teams. When she found more joy in hosting clandestine meetings with colleagues to discuss their career desires than dreaming up new campaigns, she knew it was time to make a change.
As a brand and storytelling mentor, she enjoys helping leaders and entrepreneurs distill complex topics and cultural moments into easily digestible, yet impactful brand narrative strategies that resonate with diverse audiences and stakeholders.
She is a native of Memphis, Tennesse who splits her time between New York City and London, England.
- Phone:+44 2033087666
- Email:amberj@ainad.net
Adi Shmorak
Consultant - Product
Adi Shmorak
Consultant - Product
His prior experience includes head of innovation, VP of marketing,
and other executive roles.
Adi also volunteers as a startup mentor and judge at the
MassChallenge international accelerator, is a judge for the
Shenzen international startup competition, and gives lectures on
product management, startup validation and more.
Adi works with startups from multiple domains and is always
happy to help.
- Phone:+442033087666
- Email:adi@ainad.net
Alon Even
Principal Consultant - Marketing
Alon Even
Principal Consultant - Marketing
- Phone:+442033087666
- Email:alon@ainad.net
Rusty Stapp
Principal Consultant - Sales
Rusty Stapp
Principal Consultant - Sales
- Phone:+442033087666
- Email:rusty@ainad.net
Mark Hawtin
Principal Consultant - Operations
Mark Hawtin
Principal Consultant - Operations
Mark seamlessly switches between structured approaches and creative thinking to find the best solution for each challenge. From small startups to IPOs, Mark has a proven track record of scaling companies.
Mark is a servant leader who empowers and celebrates team achievements. He uses data to identify opportunities and create actionable growth strategies. He navigates conflict with high emotional intelligence and helps teams focus on solutions in challenging situations.
- Phone:+442033087666
- Email:mark@ainad.net