About Us

the gifted savings team

Gifted Savings is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, launched in 2022.  We are supported by our patrons and donors, as well as a group of open-source developers, designers and volunteers.

Our Mission

We make the direct gifting of investment assets simple and rewarding, empowering people to create their own opportunities.

Our Vision

We envision a world of generosity and shared prosperity, where everyone has a chance to succeed.

Our People

Board of Directors

Farhad Mohit

Farhad Mohit

Founder

Farhad Mohit is a serial entrepreneur dedicated to social impact. He has founded and scaled companies including BizRate, Shopzilla, and Flipagram (now TikTok). With over $1 billion in exits, he brings deep experience and a passion for innovation to Gifted Savings. Farhad also founded GoodParty.org and serves on the boards of the Burning Man Project and the Farhang Foundation.

Modupe Akinola

Modupe Akinola

Director

Columbia Business School

TED Business Podcast

Website

Jessica Endlich

Jessica Endlich

Director

Co-Founder, 
Next Gen Personal Finance

LinkedIn

Advisory Board

Alan Arkatov

Alan Arkatov

Advisor

ASU Learning Transformation Studios

Website

Naval Ravikant

Naval Ravikant

Advisor

Investor and Entrepreneur

Website

Team Members

Steven Bower

Steven Bower

Chief Technology
Officer

Josh Landay

Josh Landay

Executive Director

Ray Marceau

Ray Marceau

Senior Developer

Ally Mexicotte

Ally Mexicotte

Head of Product

Phil Pham

Phil Pham

Head of Design

Jennifer Inman

Jennifer Inman

Program Director

Christa Demi

Christa Demi

Finance and Operations Manager

What We Value

Big Dreams and Bold Action

We set our sights high but keep our heads down, working with passion and grit.

Results and Learning

We measure progress by results, constantly improving through feedback and fast iteration.

Generosity and Teamwork

We create meaningful impact through empathy, collaboration, and a commitment to helping one another succeed.

Honesty and Authenticity

We show up as our full selves, embracing each other’s differences and celebrating unique perspectives.

Freedom and Responsibility

We believe that expertise and autonomy help people thrive, and mutual trust empowers each of us to make our greatest impact.