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The Team

Philippe Schmit, LL.M.

Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Philippe Schmit, our visionary Founder and CEO, brings a rich knowledge of global legal expertise and a passionate commitment to sustainability and human rights to Social Cooling. His leadership is characterized by a strategic focus on advancing eco-friendly cooling solutions, leveraging his extensive background in legal matters related to data protection, e-commerce, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. Philippe's drive for innovation and his ability to navigate the complexities of technology development and business growth are instrumental in propelling our mission forward.

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Ben Assa

Chief Innovation Officer (CIO)

Ben Assa, as our Chief Innovation Officer (CIO), embodies a dynamic blend of entrepreneurial spirit and deep technical expertise. With a unique background that marries quantum physics with atmospheric physics, Ben has proven himself as a forward-thinking innovator. His entrepreneurial journey, marked by co-founding ventures like SmartCart and SunFools, showcases his knack for turning complex scientific concepts into practical, market-ready solutions. Ben's passion for sustainable technology and his ability to lead through innovation are central to driving our mission at Social Cooling towards eco-friendly cooling solutions.

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Prof. Dr. Alireza Eslamian

Chief Technology Officer

Prof. Dr. Alireza is a highly skilled university professor and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience. After earning his PhD with a focus on heat transfer, he spent 11 years teaching Thermodynamics at the university. Alongside his academic career, he successfully founded and led two companies.  

 

In his first venture, he specialised in hardware product development, particularly bore mills, overseeing the entire process—from concept to development and commercialisation. In his second company, he applied his expertise in heat transfer to develop innovative technology for automotive paint applications.  

 

Throughout his career, Prof. Dr. Alireza has contributed to 33 patents and published numerous academic papers. His extensive experience and proven track record make him the ideal CTO for Social Cooling, ensuring TerraBreeze is developed and brought to market efficiently and effectively.

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