Andrei Mellas

Founder Adapt Grow Fitness & Ai Interdisciplinary Collective

I'm passionate about human optimization unlocking ways to enhance physical recovery, cognitive performance, and overall resilience through evidence-informed approaches.

After years exploring mindset, strength training, neuroplasticity, and alternative therapies (from HRV tracking to psychedelic research), I've pivoted to building resources that empower informed decisions in emerging fields.

In 2026, I launched The Peptide List (www.thepeptidelist.com)—an independent, unbiased directory of 550+ verified peptide providers across the US (physicians, 503A/503B pharmacies, clinics, telehealth, labs) and an encyclopedia of 55+ research peptides.
Key features:

Comprehensive, searchable provider listings (no affiliates or endorsements)
Detailed peptide profiles (mechanisms, research insights, categories like weight loss or tissue repair)
Community-driven reviews and submissions

My goal: Cut through the noise in the peptides space with transparency and neutrality. 

This is for informational purposes only not medical advice. Always consult licensed professionals.
Previously, I founded/built ADAPT GROW FITNESS, focusing on physical and mental strength coaching.
Open to collaborations in biohacking, longevity, and health tech. 

Let's connect if you're researching peptides or optimizing performance!

#Biohacking #Peptides #Longevity #HumanOptimization #ResearchChemicals

Founder

Conducting research and analysis on the applications and implications of data analysis and artificial intelligence, and to use the findings of this research to promote the public good and benefit society through the development and deployment of ethical, responsible, and effective Al technologies and practices.

Helen Yu

CEO @Tigon Advisory Corp. | Host of CXO Spice | Board Director |Top 50 Women in Tech | AI, Cybersecurity, FinTech, Insurance, Industry40, Growth Acceleration

I'm passionate about human-AI amplification rather than replacement.As the founder &amp; CEO of Tigon Advisory, I help tech companies multiply growth through responsible AI, cybersecurity, IoT, supply chain, and CX strategies. Offering CXO-as-a-service in digital transformation, risk management, GTM, and thought leadership. Clients include NVIDIA, Salesforce, Microsoft, Cisco and innovative startups in Cybersecurity, SaaS, Fintech, etc. Also serve as board director and VC advisor on ethical tech and governance. Credentials include cybersecurity certification from MIT Sloan, MBA from Loyola University Chicago, WSJ/Amazon bestselling author ("Ascend Your Start-Up"), keynote speaker, and host of CXO Spice podcast where I explore leadership in emerging tech.On LinkedIn, my daily posts (300+ in 2025, 136k+ reactions, 38k+ comments) share practical insights on ethical AI scaling, voice agents, bias mitigation, and building trust in human-AI teams.I'm passionate about mentoring the next generation, especially women and underrepresented leaders in tech.If you're shaping responsible AI strategies, navigating cyber risks in AI, or debating amplification vs. automation, let's connect. Comment below, share your take, or reach out. Excited to amplify together.#ResponsibleAI #HumanAI #AIEthics #Cybersecurity #DigitalTransformation

Director Board of Directors

CEC is a security service integrator with focus markets in manufacturing, healthcare, SLED and Corporate Campus.  Customers with complicated organizations and physical plants rely on CEC as extensions of their teams in making strategic investment and management decisions related to their technology and infrastructure. I serve as Culture and Compensation Committee Chair. 

What does it look like to see the same city with fresh eyes in the age of AI?

It starts with the familiar. The rush of footsteps, the glow of corner bodegas, the skyline you think you already know. But somewhere between the morning coffee steam and the late-night city lights, the ordinary shifts.

A saxophone echoing in a subway tunnel.
A sunset turning glass towers into gold.
Strangers becoming part of your story for a moment.

I spent so much of my career here covering financial services and tech, watching the city through the lens of innovation, disruption, and data. Coming back now with time to simply experience it, I am reminded that not everything meaningful can be optimized or automated.

That is the magic of New York. Even in the digital era, in the age of AI, it does not just impress you, it transforms you. From wonderful sights to moments that make you stop, look up, and feel the wonder.

This video captures a few of the human moments that still define the city behind the algorithms.

When was the last time you experienced a familiar place in a completely new way?

#NewYork #Innovation #AgeOfAI #FinancialServices #Tech

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CEO of Tigon Advisory Corp. | Host of CXO Spice | Board Director |Top 50 Women in Tech | AI, Cybersecurity, FinTech, Insurance, Industry40, Growth Acceleration

What the #WomenInTech stage taught me at Acumatica Summit?

Have you ever walked into a room and felt momentum happening in real time?
Speaking at Acumatica Summit this year was one of those moments.

I left thinking less about the stage and more about the people. Leaders choosing courage over comfort. Learning out loud. Lifting each other higher.

A few lessons that stayed with me
✨ Confidence starts with the story we tell ourselves
✨ Preparation creates clarity when pressure rises
✨ Leadership means sending the ladder down

I shared a few deeper reflections in my latest newsletter. Check out the full story: https://lnkd.in/e2Ad_BXf

What is one lesson that has changed how you show up this year?

#WomenInTech #Leadership #Technology #Innovation

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Bridging Responsible AI Innovation | Advisor to Tech Leaders | Host, CXO Spice | Human-AI Amplification Advocate

A FIRST TIMER’S PERSPECTIVE I didn’t know what to expect walking into my first Acumatica Summit. I knew the event was significant, and I felt honored 

Open article: What the Women in Tech Stage at Acumatica Summit Taught Me? by Helen Yu • 7 min read

What the Women in Tech Stage at Acumatica Summit Taught Me?

What would the world look like if we truly accelerated action for women?

Right now, full gender parity won't arrive until 2158 according to the World Economic Forum.

That’s 132 years away.

We have the power to move that date forward.

In this special #IWD2026 newsletter edition, I reflect on the progress we’ve made, highlight the women who inspire me, and share actions we can take to accelerate change.

Inside you’ll find:
✅ Highlights from a powerful Women in Technology panel at the Acumatica Summit
✅ Books and podcasts that expand perspective
✅ Simple actions anyone can take to move the needle

Over the past year, I’ve been incredibly fortunate to learn from many inspiring women leaders across technology, financial services, manufacturing and communications.

Now I want to hear from you 👇
Tag one woman who inspired you and tell us why.

Let's amplify women’s voices together. 
Happy International Women’s Day 🌸

#IWD2026 #AccelerateAction #WomenInLeadership #GenderEquity

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Every March 8th, the world pauses to honor the achievements, resilience, and brilliance of women. But this year’s theme, Accelerate Action, reminds us

Open article: Accelerating Change: Celebrating Women and the Work Still Ahead by Helen Yu • 4 min read

Accelerating Change: Celebrating Women and the Work Still Ahead

What did I learn from the OECD - OCDE Responsible AI Due Diligence Guidance?

Responsible AI is shifting from principles to accountability; clarifying who is responsible, at what point, and across the value chain.

👉 The real shift is from “Do we use AI responsibly?” to “Can we prove it — continuously?”

AI governance is becoming a core business capability rather than a compliance exercise.

I’ve broken down the insights that stood out to me me most in the carousel including where responsibility escalates, when scrutiny should be deeper, and why disengagement is sometimes the responsible choice.

Let me know what stood out to you 👇

#ResponsibleAI #AIGovernance #RiskManagement #BoardDirectors #CEOs

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5 Key Learnings from OECD Responsible AI Due Diligence

What's the biggest challenge facing #manufacturers today?

Following up on my #CES2026 newsletter...
I rediscovered this moment from my conversation with Steve Dertien, EVP of Customer and Technology Partnership at PTC that answers this question.

In just 60 seconds, Steve outlines the full spectrum of complexity manufacturers must navigate:
✅ Consumer demand for choice and customization
✅ Aesthetic design and material trade-offs
✅ Global supply chain decisions
✅ Manufacturing scalability
✅ Multi-country regulatory compliance

As I explored in my newsletter, AI is transforming how companies manage this complexity; freeing up the half of engineering time currently spent on change management to focus on actual innovation.

This clip explains WHY intelligent product lifecycle management matters before we dive into HOW AI solves it.

Here is the CXO Spice newsletter - https://lnkd.in/gJqXJM_5

Full conversation where Steve shares specific examples of AI saving manufacturers hundreds of millions: https://lnkd.in/gMk9wNHY

#Manufacturing #AI #ProductLifecycle #Innovation #PTCPartner

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What if your voice agent sounded human and could help any customer, anywhere, instantly?

At the ElevenLabs Summit in London, Co-Founder Mati Staniszewski delivered a live demo; showcasing how ElevenAgents can power voice and chat agents for customer operations with near-instant responses, seamless multilingual support, and the ability to serve users anytime, anywhere.

What made it compelling was seeing how the platform’s modular components can be applied to virtually any organization. The example of a national government agent painted a clear picture of what the future of citizen support could look like: accessible, responsive, and global by default.

Moments like this show where customer operations is going next: AI-first, always-on, and built for global scale.

👉 If you’re curious about what this means in practice, Lauren Rothwell (Head of Agent Growth at ElevenLabs) and I will be talking about Voice and Chat Agents for Customer Operations on the upcoming CXO Spice.

#ElevenLabsPartner #VoiceAgents 

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Are you modernizing your systems fast and wondering if you’re doing it securely?

In this short CXO Spice trailer, John Picinich and I touch on the real tension leaders are facing right now; moving quickly to innovate while making sure security, risk, and trust don’t fall behind. It’s a conversation about what works in the real world.

This builds on the themes from the #CXOSpice newsletter I shared three weeks ago on breaking down data silos in financial services, where we explored why governance, secure data movement, and a strong foundation are essential before layering on automation and AI.

I had the chance to host John Picinich at Progress Software to unpack:
✅ Where most organizations misjudge modernization risk
✅ How security teams can become enablers, not blockers
✅ What “secure by design” looks like in practice

🎥 Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gPq8B8Tg

And stay tuned. I’ll be hosting Progress Software’ Chief AI Officer Ed Keisling on agent orchestration soon.

#FinancialServices #AI #Agents

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What happens when innovation, enterprise tech, and real conversations collide? 

I’m getting excited for Enterprise Connect and wanted to share a sneak peek from a recent interview with the event’s emcee, Justin Robbins. We talked about what’s shaping the future of enterprise communications and CX.

This clip is a short conversation gives you a preview of the kind of discussions you can expect at the event.

I’ll be there on March 12, connecting with leaders, exchanging ideas, and diving into what’s next for enterprise technology, and look forward to speaking at "Hot Takes and Cold Drinks" fireside chat with Women in Communications Spotlight Award Winners!

👉 Register and join us at Enterprise Connect
Use code HELEN500 to save $500 on registration and let's connect at the event. https://lnkd.in/gbafd56w

Looking forward to seeing many of you there.

#EnterpriseConnect #EC26 #CX #Enterprise #Leadership Informa

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Why are companies still using 8 platforms to move money?

I just saw a CFO’s finance stack:
Stripe. Wise. Ramp. Mercury. Chargebee.
Plus 3 international bank accounts.
Eight logins. Eight reconciliations.
And they’re still losing 4–6% on every international transaction.

Here’s the hidden tax 👇
You get paid €100K → converted to USD (≈3% gone)
You pay a European supplier → USD back to EUR (≈3% gone)
That’s 6% lost moving the same money in a circle.
On a $10M business? $600K/year.

This is why Airwallex exists.
One platform to:
✅ Accept global payments
✅ Hold 20+ currencies (no forced FX)
✅ Pay suppliers same-day
✅ Issue cards globally (zero FX fees)
✅ Open accounts in minutes
One integration. One dashboard.
Companies doing $10M+ internationally save $400K–$600K/year just by consolidating.

Airwallex just opened their second HQ in San Francisco. They're bringing global-first infrastructure to companies tired of fragmented stacks and hidden fees.

So Why are you still using 8 platforms to move money?

#AirwallexPartner #CFOs

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How many of your #security alerts matter?

Last quarter, my team reviewed 14,000 alerts. Only eleven led to investigation.
That's not a security program. That's noise with a compliance checkbox on it.

As a Board Director, the question I keep bringing back to leadership is simple: would we catch it before it happens?

Most organizations can't answer that with confidence. Not because they lack tools. But because they're measuring the wrong things. Volume of alerts. Hours logged. Endpoints covered. 

None of it tells you what the board needs to know: where is the human risk, and is it escalating?

The shift I've been advocating for is moving from reactive reporting to predictive intelligence. Not just flagging what already happened, but understanding behavioral patterns early enough to intervene before damage is done.

When I look at what predictive risk scoring is doing now, platforms like Teramind being able to detect behavioral shifts weeks before an incident occurs, that's the kind of intelligence that belongs in a board briefing.

Rule-based systems catch what you anticipated. Behavioral AI catches what you didn't. In insider risk, what you didn't anticipate is almost always what gets you.

Stop counting alerts. Start asking: what does this pattern mean?

#PredictiveIntelligence #Workforce #AIGovernance #TeramindPartner

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When was the last time an AI investment delivered what it promised?

I've sat in enough boardrooms to know that question lands differently depending on who's in the room.

For most enterprises, the pattern is the same; a promising pilot, a growing consulting retainer, and a strategy deck that never quite becomes a production system.

That's the cycle Klika Tech built VELOCITY™ to break.

It's a 16-month, fixed-price program that takes organizations from AI uncertainty to a fully operational, self-sustaining AI capability. One contract. Five structured phases. And your team owns everything they build including the models, the infrastructure and the IP.

Team don't get paid for hours. They get paid for outcomes.

ROI validation begins at Month 8 so you get proof mid-journey
If AI is on your roadmap this year, reach out to see what it looks like in practice.

Drop a “Yes” comment if you want to learn more. 👇

#AI #EnterpriseAI #KlikaTech #VELOCITY #DigitalTransformation

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What are the two things that define a world-class data center?

Here's what I learned from Equinix team at last year's NVIDIA GTC 
(watch the 1-minute clip below)
→ Environment - power, space, and cooling
→ Interconnectivity - dense access to public clouds and GPU-as-a-service

Equinix operates 280 data centers across 77 global markets. The London facility Aaron showcased was built with his in mind: 170,000 sq ft, 100% renewable energy, 99.999% availability, and 200+ cloud interconnection points all water-cooled.

Equinix also announced they'll be the first to offer the NVIDIA Instant AI Factory; fully provisioned AI infrastructure powered by DGX GB300 and B300 systems, across 45 global markets.

This year, I'm going deeper on the #sustainability side of all of this.
I look forward to speaking with Christopher Wellise, Global VP of Sustainability at Equinix to talk about what it takes to build and operate AI infrastructure responsibly; from closing the gap between pledges and results, to whether the industry is measuring the right things.

Tune in to our upcoming CXO Spice from #NVIDAGTC. What would YOU ask Chris? Drop it below 👇

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Where are the real conversations about the future of revenue lifecycle happening right now?

At Conga Connect.

Just arrived at the venue and the energy is already building. This quick clip gives a glimpse of the space and a great catch-up with Amy Williams from the Conga team as things get underway.

Looking ahead to a packed agenda for Day 1:
✅ The future of commerce keynote from David Osborne CEO of Conga
✅ Accelerating Innovation across the commerce chain from Rohit Chhabra, CPO
✅ My 1:1 with Lisa Martin, CRO, diving into Commerce Chain
✅ Tonight’s customer panel and awards
✅ And wrapping the evening with the VIP dinner with Conga executives, select customers and fellow analysts Shelly DeMotte Kramer, Roy Atkinson, Eric Kavanagh.

Events like this are where product vision, customer experience, and strategy come together. I’m interested in hearing how organizations are approaching revenue lifecycle transformation and connected commerce.

Let's connect if you're here at Conga Connect. Or follow #CXOSpice to get the latest updates.

#CongaConnect #RevenueLifecycle #CPQ #CommerceChain #Analysts #CongaPartner

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What does responsible AI governance look like when the infrastructure at stake is an entire city?

It's a question that I'm proud to have helped answer along with an exceptional group of experts in collaboration with AI & Partners.

In this whitepaper, Digital Public Services: Governance Challenges in AI-Enabled Smart Cities, we explore how we can build trustworthy, interoperable urban infrastructure as AI becomes central to transport, energy, health, and public administration.

Key takeaways:
✅ Interconnected systems create cascading risks - resilience must be built in by design
✅ Interoperability and open standards are governance tools rather than just technical ones
✅ Privacy-by-design is essential as sensor networks and data fusion expand across cities
✅ The EU AI Act creates real obligations for municipalities deploying high-risk AI

Thank you to my fellow contributors for making this such a rigorous and timely piece of work:
Sean Musch, Michael Charles Borrelli, Dr. Don Liyanage, Dr. Benedikt Kohn, Harvey Castro, Lisa Ventura MBE FCIIS MBCS, Mariia Shcherbakova, Patrick Orsos, Shreyas Karanjkar, Edward Cole, Mitko Karushkov, Vibhav Mithal, FHCA, Mateo Jarrin Cuvi, Michael Boevink, Ina Schöne, Richard Chiumento, and Carolyn Harrison.

If you work in urban policy, AI regulation, or digital public services, this one is for you. 

#SmartCities #AIGovernance #EUAIAct #DigitalTransformation #AI

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Digital Public Services Whitepaper

When was the last time a single week changed how you think about technology? For me, it happens every time I attend NVIDIA GTC.

There's something about #GTC that's hard to replicate. No matter how many times you've attended, you never run out of things to learn. This year, I'm focusing on three areas that I believe are reshaping the foundation of our industry: Robotics, Networking & Communications, and Data Center & Cloud.

Last year, two moments stayed with me long after I left: shaking hands with Neo and meeting Blue. Those genuine interaction with robots makes you realize the future is already here.

Sessions on my radar this year:
✅ Jensen Huang's Keynote - There's no other way to put it: Jensen's keynotes are in a league of their own in tech. I always walk away inspired.
✅ S81573 - Building the Future of Manufacturing (Tuesday, 11am)
✅ S81667 - How Open Models Are Powering the Next Breakthroughs in Physical AI (Tuesday, 3PM)
✅ S81501 - Industrial Virtual Twins with Dassault Systèmes (Tuesday, 2pm)

I'll also be hosting two very special guests for conversations on Secure AI Factory and Data Center Sustainability.  Stay tuned.

Beyond the sessions, the Hands-On Training Labs, Physical AI developer meetup, and the Inception Pavilion tour are experiences I look forward to every year. Nothing compares to seeing what's being built at the frontier up close.

If you're attending, I'd love to connect. Register here if you haven't yet: https://nvda.ws/4kfWXS8

Catch the keynote live stream or follow #CXOSpice for the latest updates from the floor.

See you in San Jose on March 16-19.

#NVIDIAGTC #GTC2026 #PhysicalAI #DataCenter #Robotics #AI #NVIDIAPartner

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What does a connected, intelligent Commerce Chain look like in action?

At Conga’s 5th Annual Inspire Awards, we celebrated real, measurable business impact with CRO Lisa Martin.

When pricing, quoting, contracting, and revenue operate as one connected system, companies move faster, price smarter, and scale growth.

Here’s what that looked like this year:
✅ Commercial Excellence — IBM
Unified quoting and renewals for 3,000+ sellers and partners worldwide, accelerating deal cycles while improving seller productivity and global customer experience.
 
✅ Future of Commerce — Electronics Digikey
2× market outperformance in 2025 by unifying e-commerce with customer-specific pricing through neural networks and real-time pricing execution.
 
✅ Momentum Leader — Pediatrics Plus
Automated ~50% of monthly billing and reduced DSO from 84 → 54 days.
 
✅ Buyer Experience — Jack Henry 
Eliminated manual pricing errors, unified siloed sales processes, and accelerated time-to-revenue for financial institutions nationwide.
 
✅ Judges’ Choice — Southwest Airlines
Reduced contract creation time to just 5 minutes, delivering enterprise-grade governance with startup speed.
 
✅ Community Champion — Natalie Myers
Amplified peer voices and strengthened knowledge sharing across the entire Conga community.

A connected Commerce Chain unlocks measurable revenue performance across the entire lifecycle.

Stay tuned for my conversation with Conga CRO Lisa Martin with a deeper dive into what the Commerce Chain means for the future of revenue leadership.

#CongaConnect #InspireAwards #CommerceChain #CustomerSuccess #CongaPartner

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