LEADERSHIP
OUR TEAM
We bring together years of experience in technology, combining our diverse backgrounds in software development, data science, and financial systems. We are passionate about solving complex challenges through AI and automation, designing innovative solutions that streamline operations, boost efficiency, and deliver real results.
What makes investing in a company focused on AI-driven automation an attractive opportunity for driving innovation and efficiency across industries?
MANAGEMENT TEAM
CHRIS MCHUGH
CEO/FOUNDER
Chris McHugh is a seasoned leader with a background in strategic growth initiatives and corporate finance. As the CEO of Fidere Solutions, he has recognized the rapid expansion of AI solutions and identified a critical gap in their application, particularly in underserved and overlooked markets. His passion lies in capturing market opportunities and fostering strategic partnerships, positioning Fidere Solutions as a leading AI technology platform that helps companies revolutionize their business practices through innovation.
Before founding Fidere Solutions, Chris co-founded Turner Investment Partners, a leading institutional asset management firm that managed over $28 billion in assets at its peak in 2016. Over a 26-year tenure, he played a pivotal role in the firm’s growth and success, serving as co-founder, lead portfolio manager, and technology analyst. His leadership helped establish Turner Investments as a market leader in growth stock investing, pioneering innovative investment products, including alternative investments, international funds, and hedge fund strategies.
Chris holds a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Accounting and Finance from Saint Joseph’s University and a Bachelor’s degree in the same disciplines from Philadelphia University.
CHRIS MCHUGH
CEO/FOUNDER
CHRIS HAWN
PRESIDENT/FOUNDER
Chris Hawn spent the first 13 years of his career in New York, raising over a billion dollars in capital for several prestigious institutional investment firms. After achieving success in financial services, he transitioned into the technology industry. In 2015, he became an early investor in M2M Spectrum Networks (now IOTA Communications) and was soon appointed Head of Corporate Development. In this role, he secured an additional $80 million in capital and expanded revenues into dozens of new verticals, positioning the company for a merger with a public entity in 2019.
Following this success, Chris joined AI automation firm Nividous Software Solutions as Managing Director for the U.S., where he significantly grew the company’s revenues across multiple industries, built and led the U.S. sales team, and launched a successful partnership platform that helped establish Nividous as a leader in the software automation industry.
Currently, he serves as the Founder and President of an early-stage AI automation company, leveraging his expertise in strategic revenue growth and business development.
CHRIS HAWN
PRESIDENT/FOUNDER
KEVIN MURPHY
CFO
Kevin Murphy is a healthcare finance executive with over 30 years of experience guiding large-scale health systems and independent community hospitals through periods of growth, transition, and financial stabilization. His expertise spans network development, revenue cycle improvement, and lean cost-reduction strategies, enabling organizations to enhance care delivery while improving financial health.
Throughout his career, Kevin has held leadership roles such as System CFO at Signature Healthcare System and Interim CFO at BILH – Mt. Auburn. He is recognized for implementing innovative reengineering initiatives and fostering strong relationships with medical staff, consistently driving positive outcomes for the organizations he serves.
Kevin holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Accounting from Iona College and a Master of Public Administration from Long Island University. His leadership approach emphasizes team building and mentorship, ensuring that the strategies he implements lead to long-term, sustainable success.
KEVIN MURPHY
CFO
CHRIS MCHUGH
CEO/FOUNDER
Chris McHugh is a seasoned leader with a background in strategic growth initiatives and corporate finance. As the CEO of Fidere Solutions, he has recognized the rapid expansion of AI solutions and identified a critical gap in their application, particularly in underserved and overlooked markets. His passion lies in capturing market opportunities and fostering strategic partnerships, positioning Fidere Solutions as a leading AI technology platform that helps companies revolutionize their business practices through innovation.
Before founding Fidere Solutions, Chris co-founded Turner Investment Partners, a leading institutional asset management firm that managed over $28 billion in assets at its peak in 2016. Over a 26-year tenure, he played a pivotal role in the firm’s growth and success, serving as co-founder, lead portfolio manager, and technology analyst. His leadership helped establish Turner Investments as a market leader in growth stock investing, pioneering innovative investment products, including alternative investments, international funds, and hedge fund strategies.
Chris holds a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Accounting and Finance from Saint Joseph’s University and a Bachelor’s degree in the same disciplines from Philadelphia University.
CHRIS MCHUGH
CEO/FOUNDER
CHRIS HAWN
PRESIDENT/FOUNDER
Chris Hawn spent the first 13 years of his career in New York, raising over a billion dollars in capital for several prestigious institutional investment firms. After achieving success in financial services, he transitioned into the technology industry. In 2015, he became an early investor in M2M Spectrum Networks (now IOTA Communications) and was soon appointed Head of Corporate Development. In this role, he secured an additional $80 million in capital and expanded revenues into dozens of new verticals, positioning the company for a merger with a public entity in 2019.
Following this success, Chris joined AI automation firm Nividous Software Solutions as Managing Director for the U.S., where he significantly grew the company’s revenues across multiple industries, built and led the U.S. sales team, and launched a successful partnership platform that helped establish Nividous as a leader in the software automation industry.
Currently, he serves as the Founder and President of an early-stage AI automation company, leveraging his expertise in strategic revenue growth and business development.
CHRIS HAWN
PRESIDENT/FOUNDER
KEVIN MURPHY
CFO
Kevin Murphy is a healthcare finance executive with over 30 years of experience guiding large-scale health systems and independent community hospitals through periods of growth, transition, and financial stabilization. His expertise spans network development, revenue cycle improvement, and lean cost-reduction strategies, enabling organizations to enhance care delivery while improving financial health.
Throughout his career, Kevin has held leadership roles such as System CFO at Signature Healthcare System and Interim CFO at BILH – Mt. Auburn. He is recognized for implementing innovative reengineering initiatives and fostering strong relationships with medical staff, consistently driving positive outcomes for the organizations he serves.
Kevin holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Accounting from Iona College and a Master of Public Administration from Long Island University. His leadership approach emphasizes team building and mentorship, ensuring that the strategies he implements lead to long-term, sustainable success.
KEVIN MURPHY
CFO