• Samah Damanhoori

    Founder - CEO

    Samah Damanhoori, founder of Blendbound Inc. She empowers individuals to redefine their narratives, celebrating authenticity and strengths beyond societal stereotypes in a world often bound by conventional fairytales.

  • Marisa Erven

    CTO

    With over a decade of leadership in game tech and creative R&D, Marisa is a visionary technologist and art director. She co-founded LE VERE Fintech (IZANA), led award‑winning engineering and design teams at Zynga and Timbre Games, and guides Madina Papel’s tech strategy with expertise in XR, game engines, and innovation-driven product development

  • James Osborne

    Entrepreneur and Gaming Development Advisor

    blends financial expertise with a deep understanding of the gaming industry. With a decade in PwC’s Deals practice and a track record supporting gaming studios through M&A, fundraising, and strategic growth, he helps Madina Papel navigate the business of play with confidence and clarity.

  • Chris Cross

    Interactive Experience Advisor

    A 30-year games industry veteran and elite game director known for his significant contributions to the original "Medal of Honor" series and its success with over 50 million units sold, as well as for his roles at Nexon North America, Heavy Iron, and Genvid, while also serving on the boards of Studio Monsoon and Sortium AI.

  • Thomas Barnhill

    Strategic Financial Advisor

    CFO and COO recognized for his transformative leadership in financial and operational management, with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, financial planning, and strategic planning, using his entrepreneurial background and communication skills to drive financial transformations and optimize outcomes while fostering strong relationships with diverse teams and clients.

  • Karen Kramer

    Business & Legal Affairs Advisor

    A powerhouse legal advisor and strategic leader with decades of experience in tech and media, specializing in GDPR, data privacy, and intellectual property, who provides pragmatic guidance to clients, including startups and Fortune 500 companies, on navigating AI and the creator economy in the digital landscape.