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# Committee Members

## Committee Composition

1 Chair

1 Secretary

9 Additional Voting Seats

Non-Voting Subject Matter Experts & Observers as Needed.

## Committee Members

<table><thead><tr><th width="202">Position</th><th width="205">POC</th><th width="170.666748046875">Term Began</th><th>Email</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Chair (Emeritus)</td><td>Megan Hess</td><td>April 2026</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Secretary</td><td>Simo Simovic</td><td>N/A - Secretary</td><td>simo.simovic@intersectmbo.org</td></tr><tr><td>Voting Member</td><td>Nicolas Cerny</td><td>October 2025</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Voting Member</td><td>Jose Velazquez</td><td>October 2025</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Voting Member (Vice Chair)</td><td>Kristijan Kowalsky</td><td>October 2025</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Voting Member</td><td>Eric Helms</td><td>October 2025</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Voting Member</td><td>Otavio Lima</td><td>October 2025</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Voting Member</td><td>Steven Wood</td><td>April 2026</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Voting Member</td><td>Rodrigo Pacini</td><td>April 2026</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Voting Member</td><td>Can Huzmeli</td><td>April 2026</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Voting Member</td><td>Fanny Wijaya</td><td>April 2026</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Subject Matter Experts</td><td>Christina Gianelloni</td><td>N/A - SME</td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Committee Member Criteria

* Strong understanding of Cardano ecosystem and blockchain technology
* Experience in financial planning, budgeting, or treasury management
* Commitment to transparency, collaboration, and community-driven processes
* Ability to dedicate time for regular meetings and committee work
* Excellent communication and analytical skills
* Demonstrated integrity and commitment to Cardano's values


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