Blake Poutra, Spring, Texas, is a new nominee to the Board of Directors. He is a technology executive recognized for delivering exceptional growth and innovation. He is the Managing Partner and Principal at Big Enrichment, a venture studio emphasizing product-market fit and go-to-market strategies for enterprise software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions. He also serves as Chief Executive Officer of Coennect, a Center of Excellence (CoE) platform that removes barriers to adoption and maximizes the value derived from enterprise SaaS applications. Previously, Mr. Poutra founded Phennecs, a privacy and data management software provider that he scaled from inception and subsequently sold to an enterprise software company, Salesforce (NYSE:CRM), within three years. In addition to his leadership roles, he serves on the Board of Directors for First Technology Services, where he advises on technology innovation and strategic growth. Qualifications & Experience Mr. Poutra s extensive background in cloud computing, enterprise architecture, and artificial intelligence positions him at the forefront of digital transformation. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M University and a Master of Science from the University of Texas, combining technical rigor with a keen understanding of business strategy. As a founder and chief executive, Blake has repeatedly demonstrated his expertise in launching and scaling product lines that address critical enterprise challenges in compliance, privacy, and productivity. His hands-on approach to software development, coupled with a proven track record of building and mentoring high-performance teams, continues to shape successful outcomes for companies navigating rapidly evolving technology landscapes.