David Sajous is a seasoned lawyer with a vast array of experience in advising financial institutions, private equity, corporates, and startups, particularly in complex financing transactions and the digital asset/blockchain sector. His expertise encompasses managing day-to-day operations as a co-founder and chief operating officer of an e-commerce company, and launching U.S. operations for a leading technology company.

David's legal proficiency is rooted in his experience as a former Senior Finance attorney at Latham & Watkins, where he led the structuring, documentation drafting, and negotiations of multi-billion-dollar financing transactions. His time at Barclays as Director, Senior Counsel in the Loans and Leveraged Finance Legal Group, saw him advising on executing complex global financing transactions across various industries. These experiences have equipped David with a deep understanding of the intricacies of leveraged buyouts, restructurings, cross-border and asset-based financings, particularly in sectors like health care, technology, consumer retail, telecommunications, and industrials.

In the digital asset realm, David played a crucial role as Counsel at Diginex Americas, where he designed legal and regulatory strategies for multiple business lines in a digital asset/crypto investment bank. His expertise also extends to advising blockchain and decentralized finance (DeFi) startups on legal and regulatory aspects, capital raising strategy, and general legal matters.

As an entrepreneur, David has used his vast experience to co-found and lead DESAVO, a top facemask brand, and to be a major driving force in the establishment of ALTO USA, where he is leading day-to-day operations as the company challenges established brands in the high-end commercial and residential lighting market. Additionally, as a Founding Partner at Ares Group and a Partner at Bast Partners, he brings investment expertise and strategic advisory to a range of companies, including early-stage tech and global multi-sector holding firms.

Moreover, as a certified sports agent, David has advised professional athletes in leagues such as the NFL, NBA, and MLS, offering guidance on team contracts, marketing, and endorsement opportunities, as well as business opportunities beyond their athletic careers.

David's educational background includes a BS in Finance from the University of Florida and a JD from Northwestern University School of Law. His multidisciplinary expertise, encompassing law, finance, entrepreneurship, and sports management, reflects his ability to intersect various industries with a unique and effective approach.