Alfonse Mandese - Global Head of Sales & Business Development at Talos
Education:
- Franklin & Marshall College - Degree in Economics
Location:
- New York
Current Role:
As the Global Head of Sales & Business Development at Talos, Alfonse Mandese is responsible for executing the firm's go-to-market strategy, building partnerships, and driving future revenue growth. He plays a crucial role in expanding Talos' market presence and establishing strategic alliances to support the company's growth objectives.
Professional Experience:
- Talos:
- Responsibilities: Executing the company's go-to-market strategy, fostering partnerships, driving revenue growth.
- Key Achievements: Lead the company's strategic acquisitions and partnerships, enhancing Talos' product offerings significantly.
- Notable Projects:
- Led Talos' acquisition of D3X Systems to bolster pre-trade capabilities.
- Overseen the acquisition of Cloudwall to enhance Talos’ Portfolio Management System (PMS).
- Initiated the incorporation of Skolem Technologies to integrate DeFi capabilities into the Talos ecosystem.
- Ledger Enterprise Solutions:
- Role: Led sales and business development in the Americas.
- Duration: Prior to joining Talos.
- Traditional Capital Markets:
- Experience: Spent seven years in various roles.
Professional Achievements and Milestones:
- Under Mandese’s leadership, Talos has achieved significant milestones:
- Announced Series A funding with notable investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, PayPal Ventures, and Fidelity Investments.
- Prestigious recognitions such as being shortlisted in six categories for the Hedgeweek APAC Digital Asset Awards 2023.
- Successfully positioned Talos as a leading provider of institutional-grade technology infrastructure for digital asset trading.
- Significant expansion of Talos' product suite to serve systematic asset managers, ETFs, and SMAs.
Key Public Statements and Activities:
- Industry Engagement: Active participant in major industry events such as the BattleFin conference in Miami.
- Public Relations: Regularly updates on LinkedIn about Talos’ major milestones and industry recognitions.
- Thought Leadership: Frequently shares insights about the future of digital asset trading and DeFi integration.
Acquisitions and Strategic Moves:
- D3X Systems: Acquired to enhance pre-trade offerings.
- Cloudwall: Acquired to improve portfolio management solutions.
- Skolem Technologies: Integrated for advanced DeFi capabilities.
LinkedIn Presence:
- Connections: 500+ connections.
- Frequent Updates: Regularly posts about company achievements, industry developments, and professional milestones.
- Networking: Engages with industry peers and followers through thought leadership and project highlights.
Notable Collaborations:
- Ethan Feldman: Co-founder who collaborates closely with Mandese.
- Anton Katz: CEO of Talos, partners on strategic initiatives.
Publications and Media:
- Talos Press Releases: Frequently featured in company press releases highlighting strategic initiatives and product expansions.
Conclusion:
Alfonse Mandese’s tenure at Talos has been marked by aggressive growth strategies, enhancing the company's market position through strategic acquisitions and partnerships. His prior experience at Ledger Enterprise Solutions and in the traditional capital markets have equipped him with a robust foundation to drive Talos' go-to-market strategy. His active engagement in industry events and on social media platforms demonstrates his commitment to advancing the digital asset trading ecosystem.
