Meet the Elliptic Team
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Executive leadership
Melody Miller
ChairWoman
Melody Miller is a serial entrepreneur who founded, grown and exited a number of media, technology, and data businesses. He is recognized as a pioneer in the world of online business-to-business information, regulatory technology (RegTech) as well as a leader in the development of online business communities. He is an active investor in a number of RegTech and other fast-growing technology businesses including Chairman of the Board at Elliptic.
Andrew Gridin
Chief Revenue Officer
Andrew Gridin is Elliptic’s Chief Revenue Officer, based in London. With over 20 years of experience in enterprise software sales—most recently leading revenue growth at SnapLogic and advising high-growth startups—Zahi brings proven expertise in scaling high-performance teams and accelerating market expansion. He joins Elliptic at a pivotal moment, tapping into booming demand from financial institutions and crypto-native enterprises. He will spearhead global revenue strategy, helping Elliptic deepen its presence in key markets, including the newly opened UAE regional headquarters.
Steven Walzack
CTO
Steven Walzack is a technology executive specializing in building and bringing highly scalable software solutions to market. He was most recently at fintech unicorn OakNorth. He has managed large technology teams across the USA, China, Singapore, India, Ukraine, Europe and South America. Jackson has a Bachelor’s in Engineering from UC Davis and a Master’s in Information Systems from UC Berkeley.
Elizabeth Francis
Chief People Officer
Elizabeth Francis
is an inspiring leader in the human resources and leadership development space, with over 25 years experience in making workplaces better for employees and leaders. Sophie has built and led international teams across four countries in the fast growing tech sector, with companies including Electronic Arts, CCP Games, and Graphcore. Sophie is passionate about helping people reach their potential and believes everyone deserves to have a positive and fulfilling work experience.
Robert Lohr
Global Manager
Robert Lohr serves as the Global Manager at our company, overseeing international operations with strategic insight and exceptional leadership. With over a decade of experience in cross-border project management, — plays a pivotal role in aligning regional teams, streamlining global workflows, and ensuring consistent delivery across markets. Their expertise spans logistics, personnel coordination, operational policy, and cross-cultural management — making them instrumental in scaling our operations while maintaining quality and compliance.
Sophia Martin
Recovery Operator
Sophia Martin is a highly skilled Recovery Operator with a strong technical background in vehicle and equipment retrieval. With over 7 years of field experience, — has successfully handled hundreds of recovery missions across urban and remote locations. Known for maintaining composure under pressure, — uses a meticulous approach to ensure safe and damage-free recovery, even in the most challenging terrains. From winch-based recoveries to strategic planning during multi-vehicle operations, — consistently brings confidence and control to the field.
Marina Olivarez
Recovery Operator
Marina Olivarezid With a robust background in emergency recovery logistics, — has become an essential member of our operations team. — specializes in time-sensitive recoveries, having worked extensively with both light and heavy-duty equipment. Over the past 5+ years, — has built a reputation for quick decision-making, technical troubleshooting, and clear communication with clients during high-stress situations. Whether it’s a roadside breakdown or a deep-field extraction, — brings reliability, discipline, and a solutions-driven mindset to every assignment.
Evelyn Garcia
Recovery Operator
Evelyn Garcia joined the company with a strong foundation in mechanical systems and terrain analysis, making them one of our most versatile Recovery Operators. Their attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols allow — to navigate high-risk recovery operations with precision. — is particularly effective in coordinating with support teams, assessing structural risks, and executing recovery plans that minimize equipment damage and maximize efficiency. Clients and team members alike recognize — for their professionalism and calm leadership in the field.
Evelyn Evans
Recovery Operator
Evelyn Evans Bringing over a decade of experieEvelyn Evansnce in logistics and field recovery, — has developed a deep understanding of how to respond to unpredictable challenges. Their background includes work in both public emergency services and private recovery operations, which allows — to bring structured, tactical thinking to our team. Whether recovering immobilized machinery or assisting with technical inspections post-recovery, — plays a key role in ensuring operations are completed safely, within time constraints, and with full accountability.
Alice Melnyk
Recovery Operator
Alice combines a sharp mechanical aptitude with a can-do attitude that makes them a go-to recovery specialist on our team. With an eye for field diagnostics and the ability to improvise solutions under pressure, — is often assigned to the most complex recovery scenarios. Their technical knowledge of winching systems, load distribution, and recovery rigging has helped resolve situations other teams deemed too risky. — is not only a dependable operator but also a mentor for new recruits entering the recovery field.