Our Leadership Team

Zach Zemenick

President and CEO / Co-founder
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Zach Zemenick

President and CEO / Co-founder
Zach is an inspirational C-level leader turned entrepreneur known for providing provocative business insights, re-evaluating current practices, stopping ineffective practices, and building motivated cultures that fuel growth. Over his career, Zach has led multiple restructuring initiatives. Most recently, a restructuring providing extended team solutions, delivering over $40m EV at sale. Prior to becoming CEO of BraveUS, Zach worked for Ceres Terminals (acquired by SSA Marine) for 16 years, 8 years as part of the senior executive leadership team. Prior to joining Ceres, Zach served multiple large market cap clients on several transformation initiatives while working for KPMG and Crowe. Zach is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Internal Auditor, and holds a BBA from Cumberland University with an emphasis in finance and accounting. Zach and his wife love golf, tennis, and their two goldendoodles.

Laura Monroy

Vice President People / Co-founder
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Laura Monroy

Vice President People / Co-founder
Laura is an entrepreneur and advisory CPA who is passionate about partnering with clients to design, implement, and scale extended team solutions as the basis for accelerating value-creation. Known for providing experience-informed and data-driven solutions with a pragmatic understanding of people, process, and technology. Laura has a proven track record of leading teams in high-stake situations to sustain best-in-class client experiences. Outside of her professional life, Laura enjoys reading, playing basketball, and her favorite singer is Adele."

Luz Arias Pardo

Vice President Finance / Co-founder
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Luz Arias Pardo

Vice President Finance / Co-founder
Results-oriented advisory CPA known for partnering with clients to customize extended team solutions that improve both process efficacy and EBIDTA performance. Known for enhancing and protecting culture, enabling the best ideas to flow, win, and thrive. Proven track record of motivating and leading teams to deliver value-based results in high-pressure, complex environments. In her personal time, Luz loves to dance, spend time with her family, and travel, exploring new places and cultures.

Christian Romero

Vice President Operations / Co-founder
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Christian Romero

Vice President Operations / Co-founder
Christian is an expert in optimizing container terminal operations, specializing in vessel planning, customer service, and maintenance and repair. With over 10 years of experience in the maritime sector, including a notable tenure at Grupo Puerto de Cartagena, a leading container terminal operator in Latin America. Renowned for designing and implementing innovative solutions to enhance port efficiency and customer satisfaction. Demonstrates a strong track record in leading and collaborating with teams, making data-driven decisions, and delivering high-quality results. Committed to improving the performance and competitiveness of port services while ensuring safety, sustainability, and customer loyalty. Christian is passionate for sports, and a dedicated triathlete with 12 Ironman races completed.