Leadership Team
Our people is what makes the difference!
Martin van den Berg
Chief Executive and Managing Partner
Martin van den Berg is a visionary tech leader with a rare blend of engineering expertise and strategic business insight. With degrees from two Universities for Applied Studies in the Netherlands, he has built a career defined by innovation, from developing solutions for Global System Integrators to executive partner management, and later leading innovation at a Fortune 500 company.
As CEO, he has driven major transformation, including a 33% efficiency boost, expansion into three new global markets, and the launch of an internal Innovation Lab that has produced multiple successful solutions.
Known for his hands‑on leadership and commitment to excellence, ethical technology, and social impact, Martin mentors emerging talent, champions responsible innovation, and partners with universities to explore the societal implications of new technologies.
Outside the office, he’s a family man, amateur chef, and preacher at a local church fellowship. His vision centers on pushing the boundaries of innovation while advancing sustainability and meaningful global impact.
Sarah Brown
President, Chief Operations, and Senior Partner
Sarah Brown is an accomplished operations leader known for transforming complex systems into streamlined, high‑performing functions. With 18 years of experience and degrees from The Ohio State University and Xavier University, she has driven major advancements across digital transformation, sustainability, and supply chain performance, including productivity gains, cost reductions, and significant improvements in customer satisfaction.
Her leadership blends technical expertise with a collaborative, people‑centered approach, and she is widely recognized for her crisis navigation and data‑driven decision‑making.
Outside of work, she is an advocate for expanding STEM access for underrepresented youth.
Since joining ReliAdapt two years ago, Sarah has brought a forward‑looking vision focused on innovation, operational excellence, and employee well‑being.
Alexis Palmer
Chief Commercial Officer and Partner
Alexis Palmer is a passionate sales executive with 7 years of experience driving revenue growth and leading high‑performing teams in the technology sector.
An Ohio native and graduate of Ohio University, she has delivered standout results throughout her career, from tripling international market share to boosting client retention and transforming sales productivity through the adoption of modern CRM.
Known for her hands-on leadership and strategic insight, Alexis excels at spotting emerging trends and turning them into opportunities. She is also a committed mentor and an advocate for sustainable business practices.
Since joining ReliAdapt last year, she has brought a fresh perspective and a results‑driven vision to building an agile, data‑driven sales organization focused on exceeding targets and elevating customer satisfaction.
Elena Rodriguez
Chief Technology and Senior Partner
Dr. Elena Rodriguez is an innovative technology leader who blends academic rigor with entrepreneurial drive in her role as CTO. With a Ph.D. in Computer Science from MIT and a track record of successful startups, she has driven breakthroughs in AI, cloud platforms, and quantum computing. Her achievements include developing a patented predictive analytics algorithm used by Fortune 500 companies, creating a cloud platform that cut project timelines by 40%, and pioneering quantum solutions for complex business challenges. Elena champions cross‑functional collaboration and continuous learning, having launched an in‑house Tech Academy that has upskilled more than 150 employees.
Outside of work, she mentors young women in STEM and is an avid golfer. Guided by her belief that technology should empower humanity, she brings a forward‑looking, ethical, and deeply human approach to every initiative she leads.
Jonathan (Jack) Mercer
Chief Financial Officer
Jonathan “Jack” Mercer is a seasoned financial leader with more than 20 years of experience in corporate finance and strategic planning. An Oxford‑trained mathematician with an MBA from Wharton, he has built a career at the intersection of analytics, innovation, and strategic growth. Jack has led major financial initiatives, from a $2 billion tech merger and a $500 million IPO to the implementation of AI‑driven forecasting and the pioneering of blockchain‑based real‑time reporting.
Known for translating complex data into clear, actionable insights, he is also a champion of sustainable finance, having developed a high‑performing green investment portfolio and launched an employee micro‑lending program.
Jack is a frequent speaker on the future of corporate finance.
Outside the office, he is an accomplished jazz pianist and hosts annual charity performances supporting music education. His vision blends innovation, sustainability, and strategic growth, guided by his belief that numbers tell stories and great finance leaders make those stories meaningful and actionable.
Jennifer Chen
Chief HR Operations
Jennifer Chen is a seasoned HR leader with over 15 years of experience in talent management and organizational development. An Illinois native with a degree from Northwestern University, she built her career in both high‑growth startups and Fortune 500 environments.
Known for her empathetic style and data‑driven approach, she has delivered measurable results, from reducing turnover and advancing diversity in leadership to launching innovative learning platforms.
Outside of work, she mentors emerging HR professionals, speaks at industry events, and enjoys rock climbing and volunteering.
Since joining our company two years ago, Jennifer has transformed HR into a strategic partner for the business, guided by her belief that “happy employees make successful companies.”
Samantha (Sam) Nguyen
Chief Innovation and Senior Partner
Samantha “Sam” Nguyen is a forward‑thinking innovation leader known for reimagining what’s possible through disruptive technologies. With a background spanning cognitive science at Stanford, an INSEAD MBA in design thinking, and quantum computing research at CERN, she brings a rare blend of creativity and scientific depth to her role. Sam has launched multiple successful startups and developed breakthrough platforms in AR/VR, AI‑driven ideation, and emerging tech, earning her 9 patents across fields from blockchain to bioinformatics.
A champion of “productive disruption,” she co-founded the company’s Innovation Lab with Martin, driving a 200% increase in innovation output.
Recognized as a Global Innovator by the World Economic Forum, she is an active voice on the ethics of emerging technologies and the future of work.
Outside the office, she writes sci‑fi and is active in the podcasting 2.0 community. Her philosophy: innovation isn’t just about creating something new, it’s about redefining what’s possible.
Jamie Carter
Chief Marketing and Senior Partner
Jamie Carter is a creative, data‑driven marketing leader who blends psychological insight with cutting‑edge digital strategy in her role as CMO. With two degrees from Ohio University, she has built a career as a Marketing professor and consults for boutique agencies, high‑growth startups, and global brands. Jamie has led transformative initiatives, from viral campaigns that fueled explosive user growth to AI‑powered personalization and Fortune 500 rebrands.
Known for uniting creativity with analytics, she co-founded the company’s Innovation Lab to experiment with emerging technologies and push the boundaries of modern marketing.
A frequent guest lecturer at Universities in Europe and a speaker at SXSW, she is also a passionate advocate for digital literacy, supporting a nonprofit that teaches marketing skills in a rural community.
Guided by her belief that “in a world of data, never forget the human story,” Jamie brings a forward‑thinking, deeply human approach to brand building and growth.
Akira Tanaka
Chief Legal Officer
Akira Tanaka is a strategic and forward‑thinking Chief Legal Officer who blends deep legal expertise with a strong command of technology and business operations. With a J.D. from Stanford and an electrical engineering degree from The Ohio State University, he has built a career at the forefront of tech law, serving as a Silicon Valley partner and leading counsel on major mergers and acquisitions and high‑stakes IP matters.
Akira has driven significant innovation in legal operations, from applying machine learning to document review and designing encrypted contract systems to reducing outside counsel spend and navigating complex global AI regulations.
Known for his collaborative leadership, he works closely with technology teams and mentors emerging legal talent.
Recognized on the list of “Most Innovative General Counsels” by The American Lawyer, he is also a regular keynote speaker.
Outside the office, he practices kendo and supports STEM programs for young Asian‑Americans. His philosophy: at the intersection of law and innovation, we shape the ethical framework of tomorrow.
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