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Alan Guichard
Founder - Lawyer - Y Combinator S'14 - JD/MBA
Alan Guichard is a multifaceted professional with a background in law, business, and aviation. He is the CFO and Co-Founder of Flytenow, a company he established in August 2013.1 Flytenow is a platform that connects pilots with empty seats in their planes to passengers looking for flight experiences.1
Professional Background
Legal and Business Experience: Alan has a diverse professional background that includes:
- Serving as Vice President of Finance & Strategy and General Counsel at Bannerman, a security and technology company, from October 2015 to June 2017.1
- Working as Counsel for Carbonite, Inc. (NASDAQ: CARB) from June 2013 to November 2015.1
- Completing a judicial internship with the Honorable R. Marc Kantrowitz at the Massachusetts Appeals Court.1
Entrepreneurial Ventures: As the CFO and Co-Founder of Flytenow, Alan has been instrumental in developing a platform that allows pilots to share their flight experiences with passengers.12 The company was admitted to Y Combinator, a prestigious American seed accelerator, as part of the S'14 batch.12
Education
Alan's educational background is comprehensive:
- Doctor of Law (JD) from Northeastern University School of Law (2011-2014)1
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Northeastern University D'Amore-McKim School of Business (2011-2014)1
- Bachelor of Science in Economics & Finance with a minor in International Studies from Bentley University (2005-2009)1
Additionally, Alan holds a Private Pilot Certificate from Learn to Fly Center, Inc. in Pompano Beach, Florida.1
Skills and Interests
Alan's unique combination of legal, business, and aviation expertise has positioned him well in the innovative space of flight-sharing platforms. His experience spans entrepreneurship, finance, strategy, and legal counsel, making him a versatile professional in the startup ecosystem.1