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Join Us for the Experts in Residence Series at Launch Labs Studios!

Launch Labs Studios is proud to present the “Experts in Residence” series. This unique programme brings together distinguished professionals from diverse fields to share their expertise and insights directly with our community. Over the course of 2 months, our handpicked experts will take turns holding sessions in our private Call Booth, designed to foster interaction and personalised guidance. Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge, expand your network, or seek specialised advice, our experts are here to assist.

Location: Signal House off Fairbanks Road, Cayman Enterprise City

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Experts in Residence

Lauren‎‎ Christie

Chief Financial Officer in Residence
Open Door Days: 14 November & 21 November

Lauren Christie is the Head of Accounting and Advisory at HLB Berman Fisher, where her experience in financial services and insights into global accounting practices are invaluable. Lauren's extensive qualifications include being a Chartered Accountant (ACA), a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter holder, and holding the Certificate of Proficiency in Insolvency.

Lauren is a respected and active member of the global financial community. She serves on the board of the CFA Society of the Cayman Islands and is a key contributor to the Cayman Islands Society of Professional Accountants. With a rich experience spanning over 15 years, Lauren brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise.

 

Huw Moses

Lawyer in Residence
Open Door Days: 31 October & 28 November (Virtual)

Huw Moses is the Managing Partner of HSM, a group comprising HSM Chambers, HSM Corporate Services Ltd., and HSM IP Ltd. With over 30 years of experience as a Cayman attorney, he is widely regarded as a trusted advisor in the legal industry, representing leading corporations, financial institutions, and public bodies.

Huw founded the HSM Group in 2012, having previously served as Managing Partner of Appleby’s Cayman and BVI offices. He has been directly involved in the establishment of more than 50 SEZC entities and is a member of the Cayman Islands Government’s Intellectual Property Working Group. He was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2006 and continues to play an active role in shaping Cayman’s legal and regulatory landscape.

Lucas Schuermann

Entrepreneurship Expert in Residence
Open Door Days: 10 - 14 November (Virtual)

Lucas Schuermann is the Founder of Variational, a non-custodial derivatives platform, and a seasoned entrepreneur with a background in algorithmic trading, blockchain infrastructure, and deep tech innovation. With a track record that includes founding and successfully exiting Qu Capital, Lucas brings firsthand experience in building and scaling startups at the intersection of finance and technology.

As a former VP of Engineering at Genesis Trading and an early contributor to multiple research labs and startups, Lucas has a deep understanding of both technical and strategic execution. He is regularly sought out for his insights on startup growth, product development, and emerging technologies. With experience across early-stage ventures, high-volume trading platforms, and cutting-edge R&D, Lucas brings a founder’s mindset and engineering precision to every session.

Vanessa Slowey

Startup Mentor & Strategic Executive Advisor
Open Door Days: 3 October & 7 November

Vanessa Slowey is an experienced executive and board advisor with more than 25 years leading and scaling technology businesses across global markets. Her expertise spans digital infrastructure, fintech, and emerging technologies, with a focus on driving growth, transformation, and international expansion.

Vanessa has held several senior leadership and board roles. As Group CEO of Digicel, she managed operations in 27 countries with a US$2.1 billion P&L and over 10,000 employees. She also founded and grew Digicel Asia Pacific to market leadership and served as a Non-Executive Director of a NASDAQ-listed fintech company, where she chaired the Remuneration Committee and sat on the Audit Committee. Today, Vanessa continues to advise high-growth companies in digital health and fintech, bringing deep expertise in strategy, governance, and innovation.

Tanya Wigmore

Chief Marketing Officer in Residence
Open Door Days: 10 October & 17 November

Tanya Wigmore is the Founder & Chief Search Strategist at CRO:NYX Digital, a HubSpot Partner Agency. As a leading SEO and search strategist, with an extensive background in inbound marketing, search marketing, web analytics, and CRO & UX, Tanya is regularly sought out for consulting and advise on advanced search strategies, SEO, web analytics and how to grow a healthy agency. 

Tanya is a certified HubSpot Trainer with a track record of running successful training sessions on search marketing, inbound marketing, analytics, and the HubSpot ecosystem. With 15+ years of digital marketing experience with start-ups, mid-market and enterprise clients, Tanya brings a breadth of experience to every session and is able to adapt to speak to all stakeholders.

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Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with leading minds in an intimate setting, designed to spur innovation and growth. Sessions are open to all, promising valuable takeaways for personal and professional development.

Reserve your spot now and transform your expertise with guidance from the best in the business!

*Disclaimer: The Experts in Residence are independent volunteers offering guidance based on their own expertise and experience. Advice and opinions provided by these experts do not necessarily reflect the views of Enterprise Cayman (EC) or Cayman Enterprise City (CEC). By participating in this initiative, you acknowledge and understand that any advice or opinions received are solely those of the individual experts and are not endorsed by EC or CEC.

 

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