Moe Vela

Moe Vela has been at the epicenter, on the national and global stage, of where law, finance, compliance, regulation, policy, non-profits, and business intersect. As a result of Moe’s historic and diverse career and expertise, education, and experience, his leadership, advice, and counsel are often sought by leaders in the corporate, non-profit, start-up, charitable, government, and elected office/political sectors alike.

Moe had the privilege and honor of making American history as the first Hispanic American and LGBTQ-American to serve twice in the White House in senior executive roles. Vela served as the former CFO, Director of Management, and Senior Advisor on Latino and LGBT policy to Vice President Al Gore and Vice President Joe Biden. Moe had budget signature authority, oversight of government contracting, human resources management, and operations. Moe brings to any organization, client, organization, or audience a clear and in-depth understanding of effective management practices, operational efficiencies, and the effective stewardship of multiple millions of dollars, all under the highest scrutiny.

As an attorney and former partner at Holland Knight and currently Of Counsel at Stein, Mitchell, Beato, and Missner, Vela brings any organization his powerful insight and expertise in public policy, business, and non-profit regulatory, compliance and legal matters. Moe’s executive management experience and leadership have also been on full display in the private sector as the Senior Vice President at a national REIT, Executive Director of a national real estate trade association, co-founder of a multifamily real estate development company, and the CEO and Founder of his own consulting firms. Every stop in the public and private sectors has sharpened Moe’s management prowess and in-depth understanding of what is required for a company or organization to be successful, compliant, profitable, sustainable, and effective. Moe is often called on for his innovative problem-solving approach and “outside-the-box” creative thinking.

One of Moe’s latest entrepreneurial endeavors includes co-creating, co-producing, and co-starring in a reality TV show, Unicorn Hunters, viewed by millions around the globe. This ground-breaking show brings investment principles, awareness, and opportunities to the masses, demonstrating Moe’s commitment to utilizing every platform to create greater access and a more just society.With his trademark passion, smile, and enthusiasm, and regardless of the capacity or role, Moe brings an organization or client his depth and experience in the legal, management, He has budget/finance, audit, operations, and regulatory and compliance fronts can also contribute to their marketing, public relations, and communications initiatives. Moe has been featured, published, and/or quoted in over 700 media interviews on global television, radio, podcast, and print in the past four years. He is often a keynote speaker at national and international forums. He is recognized globally as a thought leader on topics ranging from start-up business strategies, diversity initiatives, climate change, growth strategies, regulatory, cryptocurrency, political, and public policy challenges, opportunities, and constraints.

A common theme throughout Moe’s life and career is his keen and genuine understanding of human dynamics, multiculturalism, and diversity, as well as his ability to meaningfully connect with people from all walks of life.

Moe has been named one of the “Top 100 Hispanics in America” by “Hispanic Business” magazine and was twice named as one of the “101 Most Influential Latinos” by “Latino Leaders” magazine. He was also selected as one of Washington’s Top 300 Insiders by the “National Journal.” Vela currently sits on the Boards of several exciting and innovative young companies in their early stages of existence and growth. These current Board assignments have provided Moe with an invaluable and robust working knowledge of health tech, fintech, climate/renewable energy, blockchain/cryptocurrency, media/entertainment, and consumer-facing technologies.

Throughout his career, Moe has served or advised numerous non-profit boards focused on issues ranging from housing and civil rights to disability rights.President Kennedy once said, “For of those to whom much is given, much is required.” Moe lives in profound gratitude for the fantastic opportunities and experiences that have been a part of his blessed journey.

President Kennedy’s sentiment inspires Moe to continue his lifelong commitment to service by serving in any capacity where he can share his expertise and unique experiences in collaboration with his fellow board members and team members. Suppose an organization and its leaders create initiatives to enhance, educate, and empower humanity, make the world safer, and save our planet. They are passionate, visionary, ethical, inclusive, and resilient.