Our work

Jed Alpert is the President of Origami, a technology founder, software executive and attorney. Prior to Origami he led the largest and fastest growing division of the NASDAQ listed company which acquired the business he founded. He has closed and integrated over 20 acquisitions and led due diligence and integration planning.

Joshua Liberson founded Origami in 2017 and has been helping brands tell better stories for over 25 years. In 2001 he established Helicopter, a design company that served clients in the arts, media, hospitality, and home sectors. In 2011, Helicopter was acquired by its client One Kings Lane, where Helicopter evolved into a best-in-class, 100 person creative agency, serving all aspects of the customer experience.

Joaquín Alvarado advises leading media companies and nonprofits like Microsoft, Univision, NBC News and the Ford Foundation. He is the founder of Studiotobe, a media production and consulting firm dedicated to journalism, health equity, and community-based impact. His partners have included the California Department of Public Health Office of Health Equity and UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital. Joaquin has served as CEO of The Center for Investigative Reporting, held innovation roles at American Public Media and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and currently serves on Consumer Reports, the James B McClatchy Foundation, and 826 National.

Kyle Andrews is a seasoned brand consultant with a track record of working with iconic brands such as Anthropologie, The RealReal, Petal & Pup, and Lulus. She specializes in uncovering a brand’s core purpose and refining its positioning to create identities that forge strong emotional connections with customers. In addition to consulting, Kyle advises Visible Ventures, supporting innovative brands like Recurate, Good Weird, and Droplette in sharpening their narratives and investing in long-term growth. She also serves on the board of the handbag brand Senreve. Previously, Kyle held senior marketing roles at Athleta, American Eagle, Kate Spade, and Gap, shaping some of the industry’s most recognizable names.

Jeremy Bergstein is a leader in bridging the physical and digital consumer ecosystem. As founder of The Science Project, he has led innovative projects for brands like Nike, Clinique, and UNIQLO, and advised property groups such as SIMON Malls and Macerich on experiential, media and new revenue strategies. His work includes major activations like the BARNEYS Holiday Windows with Lady Gaga and Bloomingdale’s “All Wrapped Up” campaign, the Kardashians + Calvin Klein at Macys, and NIKE’s Flagship Innovation Stores. A recognized thought leader, Jeremy has spoken at top industry conferences, and his insights have been featured in major publications. He currently serves on the board of The High School of Fashion Industries.

Britt Borlinghaus has extensive experience supporting executives across diverse business environments. She honed her organizational skills managing a college wrestling team and applied her Psychology degree in the Kansas/Missouri school system. A tested problem-solver, Britt is known for her strong professional relationships and positive disposition. Her art has also been published in veterinary science journals, contributing to discussions on liver biopsies and immune system interactions of cows.

Greg Fant is an e-commerce veteran with extensive experience in General Management, Brand Management, Product Management and Marketing Strategy development and operational Planning. Greg has +25 years of marketing experience at a wide range of early stage and late stage private companies, and public companies, including Thumbtack, One Kings Lane, eBay, and The Coca-Cola Company. Greg has significant experience managing all qualitative and quantitative marketing channels and has a deep understanding of the universe of the most effective marketing, analytics, and site optimization solutions, as well as the universe of “emerging” marketing channels.

Howard Goldkrand is an Innovation Catalyst. He’s designed award-winning storytelling strategies for Fortune 500 companies and impactful customer experiences for startups and brands like Zappos, Indeed, Lululemon, and Nike. He helped create the first “pop up” experience for Song Airlines and an Emmy-nominated ARG for the TV show DEXTER. He has exhibited works worldwide and held residencies at PS1, Chinati Foundation, and Recollets Foundation Paris.

Richard Hansen is an executive and consultant with 25+ years of experience in the retail, marketplaces, and subscription industries. His primary focus is creating growth and profitability through strategy, analytics and customer insights. Richard has led consulting teams at Bain & Company, held senior leadership roles at Walmart and eBay, and been on the management teams of both rapidly growing startups and publicly-traded companies. He is passionate about helping businesses achieve their full value potential.

Rammy Harwood is an entrepreneur who co-founded and led brands like Cosi, Kidville, and Club Sports Group (CSG), the largest F45 Training franchisee. Rammy’s passion for cultivating dynamic teams and fostering authentic cultures drives sustainable ventures, leaving a profound impact on industries, communities, and team members. He excels in finding elite corporate ‘athletes’ and positioning them for success, with experience at all company stages, from entrepreneurial to professional.

Thaddeus Kromelis is a seasoned executive from the advertising, marketing, and media industries. He advises companies on their content and marketing efforts, including how to build successful teams that drive revenue. From 2015–2024 he built and led the in-house creative agency at Business Insider, a team that generated millions in revenue during his tenure. Prior to that he worked at WPP, Edelman, and Condé Nast.

Kirk Larson is General Counsel of Origami and advises on corporate issues. He is an experienced mergers and acquisitions executive, with nearly all of his career in-house at technology companies. He worked with Jed Alpert as General Counsel of a NASDAQ listed company that grew via acquisitions. Prior to Origami, he led Corporate Development for a PE-backed international software company. 

Joonas Makkonen is a recognized expert in agile design and the development of digital and industrial technology solutions and businesses. He has advised leading organizations and startups across industries, including SpaceX, Apple, HBO, Virgin, Ford, Procter & Gamble, Michael Kors, and Dow Jones. With over 25 years of global experience, Joonas specializes in navigating organizational complexity and providing strategic leadership. He works with clients ranging from major corporations to seed- and Series C-stage startups, delivering innovative, impactful solutions that drive growth and sustainability.

Frederik Roikjer
is Finance Lead of Origami with 15+ years of experience in strategic finance.  Most recently he was CFO of a Private Equity owned logistics business. Prior to that, he founded and ran a VC fund. Before that, he was a technology investment banker at Morgan Stanley in London and New York, where he worked on $7.5B+ M&A, equity and debt transactions. He started his career in mid-market Private Equity.