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# Early Contributors
[Thomas W. Messerer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-w-messerer-89182770/)
Co Founder & CEO
Thomas is a passionate entrepreneur and an early pioneer in the DePIN space. Since fully committing to Web3 in 2019, he has co-founded, alongside his brothers, one of Europe’s largest deployment-as-a-service providers for first-generation DePIN networks. The insights gained during these formative years laid the groundwork for Silencio - where innovation meets real-world impact through decentralized data infrastructure.
Before entering the blockchain industry, Thomas and his brother Theo co-managed a team of over 100 professionals as partners at a law firm specializing in Intellectual Property. There, they advised Fortune 500 companies on managing complex IP portfolios across emerging markets, with a particular focus on Latin America.
Thomas holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Finance from Bocconi University and a Master’s in Management from IE University. In 2016, his early interest in blockchain led him to complete the Blockchain Strategy Programme at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School.
Beyond Silencio, Thomas is an adventurer at heart. Whether mountaineering, practicing self-sufficiency, or tackling endurance expeditions, he draws personal and professional inspiration from pushing his limits. He is a lifelong learner committed to building tools that empower people everywhere.
[**Eric Stotz**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-thomas-stotz-9425a097/)
Co Founder & CDO
Eric Stotz, a visionary entrepreneur, is the co-founder of Buenbit, a leading crypto exchange platform operating in Argentina, Mexico, and Peru. The platform boasts 150 employees and over 1 million users.
An accomplished industrial engineer, Eric earned his degree from Universidad Catolica Argentina. He brings a wealth of experience, having spent four years at Bain & Company, where he collaborated with top management of large national and multinational groups across various industries, including Financial Services, Automotive, Mining, Oil & Gas, Steel, Insurance, and Education. Eric has actively participated in the blockchain space since 2017, continually pushing the boundaries of innovation.
In his leisure time, Eric enjoys golfing, competing in triathlons, and expressing his artistic side through playing the piano.
[**Theo Messerer**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/theo-messerer/)
Co Founder & CTO
Theo's exceptional entrepreneurial acumen and precision in executing operational strategies have been pivotal in building successful ventures. In 2019, Theo co-founded, alongside his brothers, one of the largest companies specializing in deployment-as-a-service for first-generation DePINs across major European cities. The insights he gained during those formative years laid the foundation for Silencio, merging innovative thinking with practical solutions to address real-world challenges in a fair and efficient manner.
Before venturing into the blockchain industry, Theo and his brother Thomas co-managed a team of over 100 professionals as Partners at Moeller IP Advisors. Together, they guided Fortune 500 companies in managing Intellectual Property portfolios in emerging markets, showcasing their ability to lead and deliver results in complex global environments.
Theo holds a Master's in Technology Management from Columbia University, NY, and a Bachelor’s in Communication from IE University, Madrid.
Outside his professional pursuits, Theo enjoys spending time in nature, running, hiking, riding motorcycles, and embarking on adventures with his brothers.
[Maximilano Ejberowicz](https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/all/?fetchDeterministicClustersOnly=true\&heroEntityKey=urn%3Ali%3Afsd_profile%3AACoAAAZ5AZYBgVzTJCFjmdhjcaBBGx12WuXcvqM\&keywords=maximiliano%20ejberowicz\&origin=RICH_QUERY_SUGGESTION\&position=0\&searchId=dc1bd24a-9f62-4b37-bc12-1e0d24de2690\&sid=*z6\&spellCorrectionEnabled=false)
CTO
Maximiliano is the Chief Technology Officer at Silencio, where he combines deep expertise in data engineering, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and Web3 to build robust, user-centric infrastructure and real-world data applications.
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Systems Analysis from FIUBA, Argentina’s premier engineering university, where he also taught Data Structures for several years - demonstrating not just technical excellence but a strong foundation in computer science education.
Maximiliano began his career in high-performance engineering roles across software factories, including a Big Data firm focused on targeted television advertising and advanced attribution systems. He later rose to Tech Lead and Acting CTO at a gaming studio that modernizes classic board games for global audiences, leading multiplayer architecture and Web3 integration. His work helped the company earn a coveted spot in Google’s Indie Games Accelerator (IGA) - selected as one of just 30 companies worldwide to join the in-person program in Singapore.
He went on to co-found and lead a boutique software firm as CTO, delivering high-scale, high-impact solutions for both startups and Fortune 500 companies across industries such as health, mobility, and food & beverage.
Most recently, Maximiliano served as CTO of an AI company pioneering hyper-realistic digital clones capable of lifelike conversation - technology that culminated in a successful exit.
At Silencio, Maximiliano is now architecting the decentralized future of environmental data, shaping how cities, platforms, and AI systems interact with real-world signals collected at the edge.
Outside of work, he enjoys playing football with his local team, board games with friends, and escaping into nature with his family.
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