
Ian Karnell
Ian is a seasoned WealthTech founder and CEO of VastAdvisor, building AI-native systems that help wealth management firms scale client acquisition, compliance, and marketing intelligence. He previously co-founded and sold Truelytics to Envestnet and brings deep operating experience in go-to-market execution and regulated financial services.

Eli Gassert
Eli is a seasoned technology leader and Chief Technology Officer of VastAdvisor, where he leads the architecture and development of AI-native systems powering organic growth for wealth management firms. He previously served as CTO of Truelytics through its acquisition by Envestnet and went on to lead engineering across Envestnet Data Solutions.

Zachary Karnell
Zachary leads Customer Success at VastAdvisor, partnering with advisors and enterprise firms to drive measurable results. He focuses on onboarding, training, and client success to ensure lasting growth and adoption.
Carson Group
Chief Strategy Officer
Dani Fava

Dani is a leading wealthtech strategist and innovation expert with over 20 years of experience in financial services. As a Strategic Advisor and Investor at VastAdvisor.ai, she helps shape the company’s vision for AI-driven growth solutions. Dani currently serves as Chief Strategy Officer at Carson Group and has held key roles at Envestnet and TD Ameritrade, where she pioneered advisor technology initiatives. Her work has earned her recognition as one of FinTech Magazine’s Top 100 Women in FinTech, InvestmentNews’ Women to Watch, and ThinkAdvisor’s IA25.
Woodgate Financial
Advisor/Speaker/Writer/Podcaster
Jason Pereira

Jason is a seasoned financial planner and fintech innovator with over 20 years of experience in wealth management. As a Strategic Advisor and Investor at VastAdvisor.ai, he provides guidance on product strategy and advisor-centric growth solutions. Jason holds multiple professional designations, including CFA, CFP® (Canada & U.S.), RFP, and TEP, and is recognized as an FP Canada Fellow. His expertise in integrating technology into advisory practices helps shape VastAdvisor’s mission to deliver scalable, compliant growth through AI.



