I’m an Iranian-American entrepreneur, technologist, and futurist with over four decades of experience in innovation across IT, telecom and digital finance. I’ve founded multiple startups at the cutting edge of blockchain, cryptocurrency, AI, and decentralized finance. Today, my focus is on building technology that uplifts people—not just profits.
I created the SoapBox Super App to help churches and ministries build stronger, more connected communities. Over the years, I’ve learned that the most meaningful innovations serve a higher purpose and make a real difference in people’s lives.
Early in the crypto space, I championed legal transparency. Despite no personal involvement in a former executive’s misconduct, I became the subject of a federal investigation. I acted swiftly—terminating the executive, shutting down the company, and repaying every client. Still, I was charged with a crime I didn’t commit and served time.
That experience became a personal turning point. Over 16 months, I lost 35 pounds, reversed chronic health issues, learned Spanish and Italian, studied AI, and deepened my faith. I also wrote my debut novel—Utopia: The First Awakening.
Utopia is a cinematic sci-fi epic exploring the rise of AGI and ASI and the deep moral questions they create. Inspired by my real-world journey, it imagines a future where humans and machines battle not just for survival—but for purpose and ethical balance.
I see that difficult chapter as a divine reset. It clarified my mission: to serve with integrity, creativity, and spiritual depth. Through SoapBox, consulting, and writing, I aim to help others thrive in a digital age while telling honest stories of resilience, redemption, and responsible innovation.