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    Courtney Boyd Myers

    Founder & CEO at AKUA

    Courtney Boyd Myers (CBM) is a multifaceted entrepreneur, investor, and community builder based in Lisbon, Portugal.1 She is known for her diverse roles and accomplishments in the tech, food, and wellness industries.

    Professional Background

    CBM is currently involved in several ventures:

    • Founder & CEO of AKUA: A company focused on innovative food systems.4
    • Advisor at Tejo Ventures: An investment firm.2
    • Community Partner at Summit: A global organization that hosts events and builds communities.2

    She has been recognized as one of Fast Company's 100 Most Creative People in Business.23

    Past Experiences

    CBM's career history includes notable positions:

    • Writer for Thrive Global: Focused on well-being and performance improvement.1
    • Marketing Consultant for Four Sigmatic.1
    • Founder of audience.io: A transatlantic company helping startups grow internationally.1
    • Freelance Reporter for Wired Magazine.1
    • Tech City Advisory Board member at 10 Downing Street.1
    • Director of Audience Development at General Assembly: Helped launch the company in the UK.1
    • Features Editor and East Coast Editor at The Next Web.1

    Entrepreneurial Ventures

    CBM has been involved in various entrepreneurial activities:

    • Co-created Summit LA 17, hosting luminaries like Jeff Bezos and Malcolm Gladwell.1
    • Helped organize Summit's Culinary Weekend on Powder Mountain.1
    • Founded "Stoked!", a kite community with bi-annual kite trips.1

    Recent Projects

    Most recently, CBM has been working on:

    • Eudēmonia Summit: A new event focused on well-being and personal growth, scheduled for November 1.5
    • Continued involvement in food innovation and sustainability.4

    Courtney Boyd Myers' diverse experiences and roles reflect her passion for technology, entrepreneurship, wellness, and community building. Her work spans across continents and industries, making her a notable figure in the global startup and innovation ecosystem.

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    Experience

    Founder & CEO at AKUA (March 2017 - Present)
    Global Community Director at Summit (September 2014 - March 2020)

    Education

    James Madison University (English BA, 2003 - 2007), The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art (Creative Writing, 2009), NYU- School of Continuing and Professional Studies (Certificate in The Politics of International Economic Relations, 2008)

    Location

    Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal