Our Team

Susan Lindeque

​Susan Lindeque is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 35 years in corporate finance, technology, and real estate.

As Founder and CEO of Avestix Group, she leads investments in commercial real estate and cutting-edge technologies like AI and blockchain.

Susan has raised and managed over $1 billion in real estate transactions and $500 million in capital for various projects.

Her philanthropic efforts focus on children's education, renewable energy and housing in emerging countries.

CEO & Founder

R. Adam Smith

R. Adam Smith is a seasoned strategic advisor with decades of experience guiding private companies.

Since the mid-1990s, he has been instrumental in guiding more than 50 venture and private equity-backed companies

His leadership experience includes participation in multiple advisory boards, where his insights into strategy, corporate governance and financial oversight drove transformative growth.

His endeavors span the educational, health, and philanthropic sectors.

Member

Lita-Nadine Quetnick

Lita-Nadine Quetnick has been in real estate for over 30 years. She is a Principal in JENS Corporation and has been a board member for decades. During her tenure, she has been involved in the management, sale and purchase of multiple dozen properties that required a thorough understanding of complex trading and reverse trading practices. 

Lita-Nadine has also been involved in the purchase and sale of residential and commercial properties and has helped facilitate complex trade transactions. She offers in-depth expertise in commercial real estate transactions including those involving big box double net and triple net properties.

Advisory Board

Ruan Lindeque

Chief Investment Officer - Liquid Investments

Ruan Lindeque is the Chief Investment Officer of Avestix Liquid Investments where he employs a long/short value investing strategy. In his role he oversees portfolios of equities and digital assets across global markets.

Ruan brings extensive experience in investing and portfolio management, global macroeconomics, geopolitics, monetary systems, global finance, currencies and financial markets to the Avestix team.

Wendy Feliu serves as the Chief of Staff at Avestix, where she leverages extensive experience in business operations and executive support to drive organizational success. Known for proactive problem-solving skills and commitment to exceeding expectations, Wendy maximizes productivity, profitability, and performance across the organization.

Before joining Avestix, Wendy built a strong foundation, gaining valuable experience across departments including PR, HR, Executive Management, Special Events, Corporate Sponsorship, and Customer Service. This diverse background has equipped her with the skills needed to contribute significantly to the company's growth and efficiency.

Wendy Feliu

Chief of Staff

Jeff Hinkle

Jeff Hinkle offers more than 20 years of experience in communications, content marketing and PR, developing targeted content marketing initiatives, compelling thought leadership and effective public relations campaigns for financial services organizations, investment firms and fintechs.

He has shaped communications strategies for large multinationals, mid-size growth firms and early-stage startups and his work has appeared across an array of publications and websites. Jeff began his career as an award-winning reporter and editor working on behalf of various newspapers and magazines.

Director of Communications

Mia Milasevic

Mia Milasevic specializes in overseeing investor relations by leveraging her expertise in financial research and analysis to deliver valuable insights to both investors and the Avestix management team.

Her research skills enable her to successfully identify key trends, evaluate market opportunities, and communicate data-driven strategies that align with investor interests. Her dedication to thorough research and transparent communication make her an integral part of our team.

Investor Relations Associate

Suretha Swart

Suretha Swart supports Avestix’s digital marketing efforts by drawing on more than four years of experience in the marketing industry. She has a proven track record of success in managing and executing successful campaigns across multiple channels, including content, social media, email marketing and SEO.

Suretha is passionate about deploying digital marketing best practices to help businesses reach their target audiences and achieve their goals. She is also skilled in data analysis and reporting, which allows her to measure the effectiveness of campaigns and make necessary adjustments.

Digital Marketing Associate

Rocco Lindeque

Rocco Lindeque is the Chief Trading Officer and is responsible for overseeing and managing the trading activities to maximize profits and minimize risks.

Rocco analyzes market trends and data to make informed trading decisions and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies.

He also manages the trading team and provides leadership, mentoring, and performance evaluation to ensure a high level of expertise and efficiency.

Chief Trading Officer

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