January 27, 2026 – Gigster Credit Tamara Laine and VA Guru Frank Olis

Tamara Laine – Founder of MPWR & MPWR Money Our financial system was created mainly back in the 50s, when work was a W-2 and women didn’t have bank accounts, and we’ve really evolved way past that, but our system for tracking credit worthiness has not. Tamara Laine is an Emmy Award winning journalist, fintech founder, and business growth strategist focused on expanding access to credit and capital. She is the founder and CEO of MPWR and MPWR Money, where she leads the development of AI driven financial tools that use alternative data to serve gig workers, women, and historically underserved communities. Drawing on her own experience as a former gig worker, Tamara built MPWR to address the real world gaps she saw in traditional financial systems and to create more inclusive pathways to financial stability and growth. Before launching MPWR, Tamara built a successful career in media and technology, combining storytelling, data, and strategy to drive impact. She has helped launch and scale multiple technology ventures and is widely recognized for her work at the intersection of financial inclusion, ethical AI, and economic innovation. In addition to her work as a founder, Tamara co hosts the podcast What the Frac?, where she explores startup growth, innovation, and the realities of building modern businesses. Frank Olis – Executive Producer of School for Start-ups Radio & Operations Manager of Maximize VA For the VA, the important thing is the fulfillment that the VA needed working for a client is not just about pay, but for the trust that you are giving to the VA. Frank Olis is an experienced media and operations professional with a strong background in radio production, business systems, and virtual support management. He serves as Executive Producer of School for Start-ups Radio, where he oversees the development and execution of show content, production workflows, guest coordination, and the overall listener experience from planning through broadcast. In addition to his work in radio, Frank is the Operations Manager of Maximize VA, where he leads operational strategy and supports the delivery of virtual assistant services and business support solutions. His work at Maximize VA includes optimizing internal processes, managing client engagements, and ensuring high standards of execution for teams supporting growing businesses. Frank combines his skills in production, strategy, and operations to help organizations run efficiently and create high-quality content that serves their audiences.