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Innovate | Create | Leadhttp://sportstechwest.com Mr. West is currently working on projects in emerging technology, including blockchain, metaverse, XR, and hydroponics. Born in Boston, MA, Rashad West has over a decade of experience in various mediums, including professional sports, technology, education, business, and leadership. During his college career, announcer Dr. Jerome Anthony Barber nicknamed Mr. West “The General” for his willingness to direct his teammates in the heat of battle. They would later nominate him as an NCAA Bob Cousy Award nominee given to the nation’s candidate who emphasizes leadership, teamwork, success, and fundamentals. This foundation, along with every summer interning in an unfamiliar area at the media conglomerate Capitol Broadcasting Company, would develop the principles that Mr. West follows in the continuous development of his business acumen. After graduating from Hampton University, Mr. West entered Corporate Finance at Wells Fargo, then as an MBS Analyst at Credit Suisse during summers and time off from pursuing professional basketball abroad. Finishing his professional tout overseas, Mr. West gained startup experience working with Blast Software Systems as the VP of Business Development and General Assembly where he worked in Frontline Operations for the co-working space and school. After these great experiences, Mr. West came out of retirement from basketball to end his playing career with a bang. Devoted to community service, Rashad West has also been a volunteer, speaker, mentor, and founding member of The Catalyst Network Foundation based in New York. Mr. West is now building a successful career with foresight and vision. Currently focused on Sports Technology and entrepreneurship, he is pursuing interests he is most passionate about. An entrepreneur and athlete recently turned consultant, he helps organizations establish viable product life cycle and GTM strategies through product testing, R&D, and market testing. He now lives in Raleigh, NC, and is learning new skills, looking to make dreams a reality and thoughts become things!