Heidi Kashyap is an accomplished entrepreneur, leader, visionary networker, and investor and is currently serving as the CEO of the Americas & EMEA and a Co-Founder of Covey Solutions & Sales LLC. (Covey). Her career, which spans industries such as emerging technology, film, and global business, has been defined by her ability to create innovative solutions that enhance performance and drive success for businesses and individuals alike.

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In addition to her corporate endeavors, Heidi has actively contributed to nonprofit and community boards, including leadership roles with the Lake Tahoe Classic Boating Society, the Lake Tahoe Maritime Museum, and various school boards. Her dedication to preserving cultural heritage and promoting education demonstrates her visionary approach to leadership, blending strategic business goals with meaningful community impact.

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Heidi's international experiences have also played a key role in shaping her global perspective. While living in Luxembourg, she was involved with influential organizations such as the American Chamber of Commerce, the American Embassy, the American Women’s Club, and the British Ladies Club. Working with foreign businesses, she formed Helm United LLC to launch startups focused on digital night vision technology and an international film network. These efforts bridged American technology with European markets, further strengthening her international business network.

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Earlier in her career, Heidi spent over a decade in the film industry, where she pioneered the role of Art Department Coordinator and successfully led the negotiation for its unionization, solidifying its place in the industry. She worked on large-budget productions under major studios such as Warner Brothers, Paramount Pictures, Universal Studios, and Sony Studios. Some of her credits include notable films such as Lethal Weapon 2, A Few Good Men, Tango and Cash, Radio Flyer, and The American President, showcasing her ability to manage complex projects and contribute to the success of high-profile films.

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Through her living abroad, extensive travels, and global relationships, Heidi continues to propel innovation and strategic growth at Covey Solutions. Her leadership fosters international collaborations, ensuring the company remains agile and competitive. Heidi’s commitment to expanding Covey Solutions' global presence has positioned the company as a leader in technology and innovation across various industries.

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Heidi has been married for 34 years to her wonderful husband, Manoj Kashyap, who is the Chief Risk Officer for PWC India. Together, they are proud parents of twin sons, now 29 years old. The family splits their time between Mumbai, India and Pleasanton, California.

Conner Kashyap is a Co-Founder of Covey Solutions & Sales LLC (Covey), serving as the Chief Executive Officer for the Asia Pacific & EMEA regions. A forward-thinking leader in operations technology, Conner directs the international deployment of Covey’s proprietary track-and-trace solutions, enabling global enterprises to modernize their supply chains, mitigate operational risk, and achieve seamless digital transformation. As regional CEO, he orchestrates the company's cross-border market strategy, navigating complex regulatory landscapes to scale Covey's presence across high-growth international corridors.

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Conner launched his corporate career within the Operations Transformation practice at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC). At PwC, he advised Fortune 10 and 500 multinationals across the aerospace, automotive, pharmaceutical, energy, and financial services sectors. His portfolio included executing large-scale initiatives in end-to-end supply chain optimization, advanced technology adoption, and corporate restructuring. Prior to PwC, he engineered logistics and physical asset-tracking modernization initiatives for Sonepar US (Independent Electric), optimizing enterprise resource workflows across its major Western distribution hubs and central distribution networks.

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A former Division I water polo athlete at Pepperdine University, Conner holds a BA in Advertising & Marketing with a focus on Business. Leveraging a distinct cross-disciplinary background that spans corporate operations, digital transformation, and competitive athletics, he brings upstanding discipline and global market acumen to the Covey leadership team.

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Outside of his executive duties, Conner is an active member of the classic boating community, an avid traveler, skier, and a supporter of philanthropic and automotive events.

Miles Kashyap is the COTO, and Co-Founder of Covey Solutions & Sales LLC. (Covey), recognized as a specialist in process transformation, supply chain consulting, technology integration, and change management. With a career spanning multiple industries, Miles is known for his ability to drive innovation and operational improvements that deliver measurable business outcomes. As a transformation expert, he excels at identifying inefficiencies, designing streamlined processes, and implementing emerging technology solutions that foster long-term growth and efficiency.

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At PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Miles contributed to various high-impact projects focused on change management, technology implementation, and process improvements in areas such as material management, inventory control, logistics, and automation. His involvement in these initiatives helped streamline operations and optimize efficiency for Fortune 500 clients. His technical insight was instrumental in developing automation and process improvement strategies that enhanced overall business performance.

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At Independent Electric, Miles successfully led over 12 major initiatives focused on process optimization and technology transformation. He introduced RF technology into distribution centers, significantly improving productivity through the development of SOPs and comprehensive training programs. His creation of a blockchain-based asset tracking solution, the first in the electrical distribution industry, revolutionized real-time asset tracking, integrating advanced sensors and blockchain technology to set a new standard for transparency and efficiency. Additionally, he developed and implemented a quarterly and annual recognition and rewards program that honored exceptional efforts, which significantly increased overall productivity at the San Leandro and Phoenix distribution centers. By combining these programs with his focus on change management and ongoing technology integrations, Miles catalyzed sustainable growth and operational excellence.

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As COTO of Covey, Miles spearheads the development of innovative LoRaWAN-based asset management solutions, leveraging blockchain verification to deliver seamless technology integration and scalable growth for clients. His leadership focuses on optimizing supply chain operations, improving transparency, and providing future-ready solutions across various industries.

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Raised in Luxembourg and widely traveled, Miles brings a global perspective to his leadership. His international experiences have shaped his ability to navigate cross-border operations and foster partnerships across diverse markets, helping Covey expand its global presence and remain a leader in technology-driven innovation.

Manoj Kashyap serves as the Chief Finance & Risk Officer (CFRO) of Covey Solutions & Sales LLC (Covey), bringing over three decades of global financial acumen to the executive leadership team. A retired PwC Partner with a distinguished 36-year tenure at the firm, Manoj plays a pivotal role in shaping the strategic and financial direction of Covey. He is responsible for all aspects related to finance, compliance, regulation, and enterprise risk management for Covey. Throughout his career with PwC, he has worked with companies ranging from early-stage ventures to multinational operations.

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Before joining Covey, Manoj concluded his career at PwC as a Global Leadership Team Member and Chief Risk Officer for PwC India (2022–2026). His deep expertise spans the global financial landscape, having previously served from 2015 to 2018 as the Global FinTech Leader for PwC and a member of the Global Financial Services Leadership Team that set the strategic direction for the firm's global financial services sector. From 2011 to 2015, Manoj was the Financial Services Sector Leader across Audit, Tax, and Advisory Services for PwC India. He was also leader of PwC’s US Assurance FinTech practice and Co-Market Team Leader for the San Francisco Financial Services Assurance practice (2018-2021).

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Manoj’s career spans critical global markets—including lengthy tenures in the United States, Luxembourg, India, United Kingdom, and Japan—where he specialized in advising banking, payments, consumer finance, and asset wealth management sectors.

Manoj partners in both life and business with his wife, Heidi Kashyap, Co-Founder and CEO of the Americas & EMEA for Covey. Together, they reside in the United States and India, and are the proud parents of twin sons, Miles and Conner.

Jose Picazo, our CAO at Covey Solutions & Sales LLC. (Covey), is a highly accomplished technology entrepreneur and executive with more than four decades of leadership experience. He has co-founded and led several innovative companies, including Picazo Communications, which was acquired by Intel, where he served as General Manager of the Converged Communications Product Division. In this role, Jose played a critical part in advancing voice over IP (VoIP) and unified communications technologies, reshaping enterprise communication across the globe.

As the co-founder and CEO of Nusantao, Jose continues to drive technological breakthroughs in secure edge computing and AI governance, focusing on data privacy, security, and blockchain-driven innovations. Nusantao’s platform empowers users by ensuring secure, transparent execution of programs and algorithms, addressing key challenges in today’s connected and data-driven world. Jose’s strategic vision and focus on cutting-edge technologies have established him as a respected leader in the tech industry.

Earlier in his career, Jose co-founded Network Resources Corporation (NRC), where he served as Vice President of Engineering, leading the development of advanced networking solutions for businesses. NRC's acquisition by NetWorth Inc., and later Compaq, enabled Jose to expand his expertise in network communication systems and further solidify his influence in the technology space.

In addition to his business ventures, Jose is a prolific inventor, holding patents in areas such as email authentication, network communication, and secure user interfaces. His contributions to both enterprise networking and data security have been widely recognized throughout the industry.

Beyond his professional success, family plays a central role in Jose’s life. His children and grandchildren have followed in his footsteps, pursuing their own passions and careers with dedication. His daughter, Jennifer, works in finance for a construction company, where she plays a critical role in managing financial operations. Her son, Jose Luis, serves in the United States Marine Corps, specializing in Osprey aircraft maintenance, while her daughter, Maria Elena, is excelling in high school and preparing to explore her own career path.

Jose’s son Martin flies Boeing 767s for UPS, and his son Paul works as a computer scientist at Adobe Systems, reflecting the family’s deep connections to both aviation and technology. The Picazo family’s shared interests have strengthened their bond across generations, particularly in areas like amateur radio, where Jose operates under the callsign WT6X, and his sons Paul and Martin are also licensed operators.

Outside of work, Jose has a passion for aviation, holding multiple FAA certifications, and enjoys flying both manned and unmanned aircraft. His other hobbies include winemaking—as the founder of Picazo Vineyards—and photography, where his interests range from astrophotography to portraiture.

Jose holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology from San Jose State University and continues to embody a commitment to lifelong learning and innovation. Whether through his business ventures, personal hobbies, or family life, Jose remains focused on creating lasting value and forging meaningful connections.

Blake is the DAO, and Co-Founder of Covey Solutions & Sales LLC. (Covey), bringing extensive expertise in administrative tasks, client relations, finance, and client-focused workflows across multiple industries. During his time at 4 Quarters Consulting, he helped lead the firm through a strategic evolution—integrating financial performance with stakeholder experience. His work focused on aligning capital campaigns with mission outcomes, improving donor engagement, and strengthening client relationships through a more holistic, experience-first approach.

His core competencies include capital structuring, financial forecasting, and building investment and engagement models for nonprofits, political campaigns, real estate syndications, and startups. With a leadership style rooted in cross-functional thinking, Blake blends fiscal discipline with client-centered innovation-driving sustainable growth, operational clarity, and long-term value.

Blake's commitment to service led him to serve as a deputy sheriff in California, where he gained firsthand experience in crisis management, tactical operations, and decision-making under pressure. These skills continue to shape his executive approach, especially in high-stakes and rapidly evolving environments.

Blake’s global perspective was shaped by time spent living in cities such as Santiago, Chile; Buenos Aires, Argentina; and Lima, Peru. Following the 2010 earthquake in Chile, he experienced the complexities of humanitarian response and global aid coordination up close. These moments deepened his understanding of how systems function under pressure and inspired a broader commitment to purpose-driven, impact-oriented work across borders.

As DAO and Co-Founder of Covey, Blake takes a very hands-on, human-centric approach-engaging directly with clients and teams to ensure seamless alignment between the company’s financial goals and the evolving needs of its customers. He balances strategic capital planning with a deep commitment to delivering meaningful, personalized customer experiences. This blend of operational rigor and genuine engagement is central to Covey’s success in delivering innovative IoT and asset management solutions.

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Above all, Blake’s greatest pride and purpose is his family. Being a husband and father is the most meaningful role in his life, and his favorite moments are spent coaching his kids, cheering them on, and watching them grow and excel in everything they do. Their energy, resilience, and joy fuel his drive both personally and professionally.