Our Team
Susan Lindeque
Susan Lindeque is a seasoned entrepreneur with more than 35 years of experience in corporate finance, technology and real estate. As Founder and CEO of Avestix Group, she oversees investments in commercial real estate and cutting-edge technologies, including AI and blockchain.
During her career, she has raised and managed more than $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 helped drive transformative growth. His endeavors span the educational, health, and philanthropic sectors.
Member
Lita-Nadine Quetnick
Lita-Nadine Quetnick has been in real estate for more than 30 years. She is a Principal in JENS Corporation and has been a board member for decades. During her tenure, she has managed, sold, and purchased multiple dozen properties, which required a thorough understanding of complex trading and reverse trading practices.
She has also purchased and sold residential and commercial properties and 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
Jasmine Shih
Jasmine Shih has more than 15 years of experience in leadership roles for a range of organizations from Fortune 500 companies and startups, including GE Capital, Microsoft and Applied Materials. She led fundraising and product launches in tech and gaming and helped raise $4.2M for a single Nintendo game.
An active angel investor since 2007, Jasmine was instrumental in leading Wingspan Ventures and Golden Seeds. Fluent in Mandarin and English, she brings a global perspective, deep operational expertise and a passion for empowering women and emerging markets.
Partner
Dr. Paula Fellingham
Dr. Paula Fellingham is a recognized global leader in women’s empowerment and organizational development. She earned her Doctorate in Human Relations and has more than three decades of experience building international networks. She is the Founder and CEO of WIN WIN Women and previously led the Women’s Information Network.
She has authored and co-authored eight books, advised nonprofits, startups, and global initiatives and created curricula that are taught worldwide. Her expertise in scaling mission-driven organizations, global leadership and human development aligns with Avestix’s commitment to investing in transformative, purpose-driven ventures.
Partner
Ghennipher Weeks
Ghennipher Weeks brings more than 25 years of experience in digital marketing and growth-oriented marketing. A recognized SEO expert since 2001, she has driven performance for brands such as Four Seasons and Overstock by combining technical marketing with customer experience.
As a former Fractional CMO, she has helped startups scale, refine their market strategy and secure venture capital. Ghennipher is also a respected speaker and contributor to leading platforms like PubCon and ClickZ. Her expertise fuels Avestix’s mission to lead with innovation and strategic impact.
Chief Marketing Officer
Ruan Lindeque
Chief Investment Officer
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.
Taylor Proctor
Director of Events & Partnerships - Fortuna
Taylor Proctor brings more than 17 years of experience producing high-impact events and brand activations. She has led international summits, multimillion-dollar campaigns and VIP experiences on behalf of global brands.
A former COO and CMO, she is known for her operational excellence and ability to lead cross-functional teams in executing immersive, results-driven events. Taylor’s work bridges community, strategy and execution to elevate partnerships, facilitating a more meaningful impact.
Wendy Feliu leverages extensive experience in business operations and executive support to drive organizational success. Known for her 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
Events & Partnership Coordinator
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 makes her an integral part of our team.
Investor Relations Associate
Rocco Lindeque
Rocco Lindeque 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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