Mahesh Sashital is a highly experienced technology executive with a talent for developing, leading, and launching innovative projects and products. With more than 20 years of experience in software engineering and product management, Mahesh has a diverse skillset that includes modern technologies such as Blockchain, IoT, RPA, AI/ML, Java, Oracle, and Web Services. He has worked at Fortune 500 companies such as J.P.Morgan, Ford, and Chrysler, which has given him a thorough understanding of the technology practices of large companies. Mahesh is also the founder of the Houston Blockchain Association, where he increased membership to over 100 in a few short months. Additionally, he has cultivated relationships with various organizations in Houston, such as the City of Houston, University of Houston, and Houston Exponential, as well as startups and Fortune 500 companies. Mahesh is a co-founder of the blockchain and crypto news site Smartereum, which has grown to over 250k unique users a month in less than a year. He has spoken at numerous Blockchain conferences worldwide, including Dubai, London, Santa Clara, and Houston, among others. Mahesh has a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Mumbai and a Master of Business Administration from the Texas McCombs School of Business. Currently, he serves as the Director of Technology at EDGE196 and holds various other leadership positions.