Jon McNeill brings a rare perspective on growth, innovation, and business transformation. As CEO and Co-Founder of DVx Ventures, former President of Tesla, and former COO of Lyft, he has helped scale companies through rapid expansion, operational complexity, and industry change. At Tesla, McNeill helped drive revenue from $2 billion to $20 billion in under 30 months; at Lyft, he doubled revenue and supported the company’s path to IPO. A six-time founder, experienced board director, and author of The Algorithm, McNeill offers practical insights into reducing friction, accelerating decision-making, and building repeatable systems for growth, lessons that speak directly to lenders, capital providers, advisors, and executives focused on financing resilient, high-performing businesses.

Diane Swonk, Chief Economist and Managing Director at KPMG US, is one of the most respected voices in economics and financial markets. A trusted advisor to policy makers, Federal Reserve leaders, and business executives, she is known for translating complex macroeconomic trends into clear, actionable insights. For secured finance professionals assessing shifts in interest rates, credit conditions, labor markets and policy, Diane brings a timely perspective on the forces shaping capital, risk and growth.