Johan is the Founder & CEO at Smart Studios and the Co-founder at NetRefer, a global leader in performance marketing software. He has a passion for innovation and sharing of ideas coupled with a proven track record in software development and the digital sector. Through various roles spanning over 20+ years as entrepreneur, CTO, director, mentor, consultant, lecturer and developer, Johan spends his time seeking market gaps, envisioning software products and services that bridge these gaps and bringing them to life. He is currently researching the intersection of blockchain, AI and IOT and how these can provide a competitive advantage and make the world a better place. His latest project is the Malta Innovation Summit.