Max Avery serves as the CBDO of Digital Ascension Group, a family office focused on digital assets, and is also the co-author of "Wealth in Numbers: The Ultimate Dealmaker’s Guide to SPVs, Syndication, and Private Investment." His career spans diverse sectors, from consulting with NRC-regulated energy facilities to serving on the Arkansas District Export Council. In 2014, his leadership earned his team the President's "E" Award for Excellence in Exporting, and he has been honored on both the NWA Business Journal's and Arkansas Business 40 Under 40 Lists. Max has consistently demonstrated his commitment to economic growth at both local and national levels. Since 2016, he has specialized in capital raising and private investments, focusing on private equity and real estate. His appointment by Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross to the Arkansas District Export Council in 2018 underscores his expertise in international trade and economic development. A sought-after consultant known for transforming complex challenges into practical solutions, Avery has worked with notable institutions, including the Arkansas State Capitol Secretary of State's office and ATK (now part of Northrop Grumman). His guiding principle, "If something is worth doing, it should be done with excellence," reflects his dedication to achieving exceptional results in every endeavor.