Press & Recognition
Dana Love Press Coverage Spans Over a Quarter-Century of Technology Innovation Leadership: From Pioneering VoIP and Unified Communications to Leading the AI-Blockchain Convergence
27
Years of Press
Coverage
10+
Major Industry
Awards
5×
INC500/5000
Recognition
60+
Patent
Inventions
Signature Career Achievements
INC500 #243
Fastest Growing Companies in America
In 2013, while serving as President of Infolob Solutions, the Oracle consulting firm achieved #243 on INC Magazine’s prestigious INC500 list.
Also ranked #39 among fastest growing IT firms worldwide.
Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Two-Time Finalist
2009: Northern Virginia region for leadership at BrightDawn, AI-focused defense contractor.
2005: Central Virginia region for building Astyra Corporation tech consulting firm.
Global Telecoms Award for Internet Technology
Financial Times 1999
Pioneering work developing unified messaging on GTE Global Network Infrastructure. Customers included Microsoft MSN, Oracle, Ford Motor Company, and Borders Bookstores.
Complete Awards & Recognition
Revenue & Growth Awards (2013-2017)
Infolob Solutions achieves #243 ranking on INC Magazine’s prestigious INC500 list. Also ranks #39 among fastest growing IT firms worldwide under Dana’s leadership as President.INC5000 #1610 (2014)
Second consecutive year of recognition for Infolob Solutions, demonstrating sustained growth trajectory.INC5000 #3593 (2015)
Third consecutive appearance on INC5000 list as Dana transitions from President to Board Member role.INC5000 (2016)
Fourth consecutive year of recognition for Infolob Solutions.INC5000 (2017)
Fifth appearance on INC5000 list, demonstrating long-term sustainable growth.
Entrepreneurial Recognition (2005-2009)
Northern Virginia region, for leadership and innovation at AI-focused defense contractor BrightDawn.Diversity Business Top Business Award – 2008
Astyra Corporation honored for revenue improvement and business growth.Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year (Finalist) – 2005
Central Virginia region, for developing Richmond-based technology consulting firm Astyra Corporation.Astyra Platinum Sponsorship Recognition – 2005
Platinum sponsor for vital regional tradeshow, announced as Ernst & Young finalist.Richmond Style Weekly: Top 40 Under 40 – 2005
Named one of Richmond’s top 40 young talents. The publication called Dana “a mathematical genius.”
Industry & Technology Awards (1999-2014)
Fourth national educational technology award. Hatch Early Learning recognized for excellence in early childhood education technology.CIO Review Magazine: Top 100 Oracle Consultants – 2014
National recognition placing Infolob Solutions among America’s top Oracle consulting firms.TMC Magazine Best of Show Award – 2002
Prosodie Interactive’s enhanced VoIP services platform receives highest industry recognition.ADC Telecom Engineering Excellence Award – 2001
Recognized for redesigning VoIP service offerings of ADC’s Enhanced Services Division. Only non-engineer recipient, as Dana served as General Manager and Vice President.Bellcore Engineering Excellence Award – 1999
Awarded for pioneering work on voice over IP, specifically for developing the world’s first carrier-grade unified communications (visual voicemail) platform.Financial Times Global Telecoms Award for Internet Technology – 1999
Recognition for developing unified messaging service on GTE Global Network Infrastructure. The suite of enhanced IP services was sold to Microsoft (MSN division), Oracle, Ford Motor Company, and Borders Bookstores.
Blockchain & Innovation Awards (2019-2020)
Radpay selected from 2,000+ applicants (<5% acceptance rate) for $150,000 non-dilutive capital award and admission to Venture Ready accelerator program.Venture Ready/500 Startups Accelerator – 2020
First joint Venture Ready/500 Startups accelerator program in Phoenix, Arizona. Selected as one of 10 companies from extensive field of fintech and SaaS applicants.
Patents & Inventions (2019-2020)
Extensive portfolio blending blockchain (Ethereum Plasma) with PCI-compliant card payment infrastructure and mobile devices.CryptoClick™ Patent-Pending Technology (2019)
Revolutionary ecommerce blockchain solution addressing trillion-dollar cart abandonment problem.SpeedPath™ Solution (2019)
Patent-pending technology enabling digital wallets to work in restaurants, opening $800 billion+ market without capital investment.Fraud Resistance Features (2019)
Patent-pending digital wallet security innovations announced during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.Blockchain-Based Secure Payment System Patent (2020)
First Radpay patent published for innovative payment processing technology.
Press Coverage Timeline: 1999-2025
From pioneering VoIP and unified messaging in the telecommunications revolution to leading the AI-blockchain convergence today—a comprehensive chronicle of media coverage and industry recognition.
2020-2025: AI-Blockchain Convergence Era
2025
Finance World Magazine - Cover Story
November 2025
“The $750 Million Exit Architect: Dana Love and PoobahAI’s Blueprint for the Autonomous Economy”
Feature cover story on PoobahAI’s vision for the autonomous economy where AI-driven economic agents operate independently—holding wallets, executing trades, negotiating contracts, and governing protocols without human intervention.
RoxomTV BlockHeadz: Government Intrusion into Blockchain
November 1, 2025
Discussion on regulatory challenges facing blockchain innovation and the balance between oversight and technological freedom.
RoxomTV BlockHeadz: Blockchain's Advance into Enterprise
October 21, 2025
Analysis of enterprise blockchain adoption trends and how traditional businesses are integrating distributed ledger technology.
CryptoNews: Solana vs Ethereum Market Analysis
October 2, 2025
“Solana Will Eclipse Ethereum Gains Percentage-Wise in Q4”
Market prediction and technical analysis of Layer 1 blockchain performance.
Benzinga: AI's Impact on Capital Markets
September 17, 2025
“AI’s Impact on Capital Markets Through No-Code Workflows”
Analysis of how AI-driven automation is transforming financial market operations through accessible no-code platforms.
CoinWorld/AInvest: Vibe Coding
September 17, 2025
“Vibe Coding: The Human Touch in an AI-Driven Code Revolution”
Commentary on the evolution of AI-assisted software development and maintaining human creativity in automated systems.
Binance: Andromeda Names Dana Love As CTO to Spearhead AI Tooling for Web3 Developers
May 13, 2025
Andromeda Protocol CTO Appointment (Multiple Outlets)
Coverage across Binance, ChainBits, Crypto Daily, and Blockchain Reporter announcing Dana’s appointment as Chief Technology Officer of Cosmos-based Layer 1 blockchain Andromeda Protocol.
Key Focus: Oversee technical strategy for AI initiatives, modular operating system (aOS), and ecosystem of Andromeda Digital Objects (ADOs).
2023
Issuu: Dana's Work Wins American Digital Design Award 2023
June 2023
Dana’s work on Web3 social network Lifetoken wins an American Digital Design Award for user experience and user interface. The award committee calls it “a Web3 app that doesn’t feel like Web3”.
2021
Daily Finance: Top Fintech Company in Arizona
January 2021
Dana’s company, Radpay, is rated among the top fintech companies in Arizona. Radpay was noted for innovative use of blockchain in the card payment industry.
2020
Arizona Commerce Authority: Venture Ready Accelerator Program
February 2020
Radpay joins first joint Venture Ready/500 Startups accelerator program in Phoenix, Arizona. Selected as one of 10 companies from extensive field of fintech applicants for premier mentorship program.
Electronic Payments International: Radpay's First Patent Published
January 2020
Publication of Radpay’s innovative blockchain-based secure payment system patent. Marks milestone in cryptocurrency payment processing technology development.
2010-2019: Blockchain Pioneer & Big Data Era
2019
Arizona Innovation Challenge Winner
December 12, 2019 – Business Wire & Arizona Republic
“Blockchain Payments Pioneer Startup Radpay Wins Highly Competitive Arizona Innovation Challenge”
Winner selected from 2,000+ applicants (<5% acceptance rate). Received $150,000 non-dilutive capital and entry into mentor-led Venture Ready accelerator program.
$1.2 Million Series Seed Equity Financing
November 18, 2019 – Business Wire, CoinTelegraph, CryptoMoonPress
“Blockchain Pioneer Radpay Completes $1.2 Million in Series Seed Equity Financing Round”
Funding from Resiliency Ventures, BlackLaunch, and investors from Silicon Valley, Nebraska, and Arizona to commercialize blockchain payment technology.
Digital Wallet Fraud Resistance Features
October 9, 2019 – Business Wire & VentureBeat
“Radpay’s Digital Wallet Now Includes Patent-Pending Fraud Resistance”
Launch during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month featuring novel approach to fraud-resistant digital wallet technology.
CryptoClick Ecommerce Innovation
September 4, 2019 – Business Wire
“Radpay’s CryptoClick Is an Innovative New Patent-Pending Blockchain-Based Solution for Ecommerce”
Revolutionary technology addressing trillion-dollar cart abandonment problem in $3 trillion global ecommerce market.
Paypers: Digital Wallet Innovator
August 8, 2019
“Radpay launches technology for digital payment acceptance”
Commentary on the evolution of AI-assisted software development and maintaining human creativity in automated systems.
Foresold North America Partnership
January 15, 2019 – Medium & Business Wire
“Radpay Selected By Foresold North America To Deliver Innovative Payment Processing Solution”
Major customer partnership with consumer brand company (Snow Teeth Whitening) driving tens of millions in online business.
2016
Oracle Engineered Systems Workshops Launch
April 2016
“Infolob Solutions Launches Oracle Engineered Systems Workshops”
Expansion of enterprise training programs for Oracle technology stack.
2015
INC5000 Recognition #3593
2015
Third consecutive year on INC5000 list for Infolob Solutions. Sustained 100%+ growth as Dana transitions from President to Board Member role.
Center of Excellence Readiness for 2016
December 2015
“Infolob Solutions Announces Center of Excellence Readiness for 2016”
Strategic announcement of expanded Oracle consulting capabilities.
Oracle Products & Services Expansion
September 2015
“Infolob Solutions Expands Its Oracle Products & Services Offerings”
Growth announcement for Oracle practice areas including big data and cloud computing.
2014
INC5000 Recognition #1610
2014
Second consecutive year on INC5000 list for Infolob Solutions, demonstrating sustained growth trajectory.
Fourth National Educational Technology Award
October 2014
“Hatch Technology Wins Fourth National Educational Technology Award”
Best Software for Early Learning (EDDIE Award) for Hatch Early Learning educational technology.
Top 100 Oracle Consultants
September 2014
“CIO Review Magazine Places Infolob In Top 100 Oracle Consultant Category”
National recognition among America’s leading Oracle consulting firms.
NHSA Technology Event with Microsoft
April 2014
“Hatch, Inc. to Host Interactive Technology Event at NHSA with Microsoft”
National Head Start Association conference technology showcase and Microsoft partnership.
2013
INC500 #243 - Fastest Growing Companies
2013
Infolob Solutions achieves #243 ranking on INC Magazine’s prestigious INC500 list of fastest growing companies in America. Also ranked #39 among fastest growing IT firms worldwide.
CIOsynergy Dallas Sponsorship
January 29, 2013 – PRWeb
“Infolob Leaves Competitors in the Dust with ‘High Horsepower and High Performance’ Experience Giveaway”
Innovative marketing activation at exclusive CIO networking event featuring exotic car driving experience raffle.
Promotion to President of Infolob Solutions
January 14, 2013 – Business Wire
“Infolob Solutions Announces the Promotion of Dana Love to President”
Appointed to lead company growth and market penetration. Press release highlights 25+ years cloud computing experience and track record of successful exits.
Oracle PartnerNetwork Specialization
January 8, 2013 – Business Wire
“Infolob Solutions Achieves Oracle PartnerNetwork Specialization for Oracle Enterprise Manager 11g”
Achievement of specialized Oracle partner status, extending expertise in database management and enterprise IT infrastructure.
2000-2009: Entrepreneurial Leadership Era
2009
Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist
2009
Northern Virginia region finalist for leadership and innovation at AI-focused defense contractor BrightDawn. Second Ernst & Young recognition in Dana’s career.
2008
Diversity Business Top Business Award
2008
Astyra Corporation honored for revenue improvement and business growth by Diversity Business magazine.
2005
Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist
2005 – Richmond Times-Dispatch
Central Virginia region finalist for developing Richmond-based technology consulting firm Astyra Corporation. Regional press coverage highlighted entrepreneurial achievements.
Richmond Style Weekly Top 40 Under 40
2005
Named one of Richmond’s top 40 young talents. Publication called Dana “a mathematical genius” in recognition profile.
Astyra Platinum Sponsorship Recognition
2005
Platinum sponsor for vital regional technology tradeshow. Recognition announced simultaneously with Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year finalist status.
2002
TMC Magazine Best of Show Award
2002
Prosodie Interactive’s enhanced VoIP services platform receives TMC Magazine’s highest industry recognition for technical innovation and business impact.
2001
ADC Telecom Engineering Excellence Award
2001
Dana Love was recognized for redesigning VoIP service offerings of ADC’s Enhanced Services Division. Notable as the only non-engineer recipient—Dana served as General Manager and Vice President. Outside of engineering excellence, Dana turned around a failing division of a public company, returning it to profitability in four months.
2000
Unified Messaging Innovation
2000
“ADC Bridges Voice Mail Platforms, Advances Unified Messaging for Service Providers”
Voice Profile over Internet Mail (VPIM) technology announcement enabling seamless voice mail connectivity via Internet. Dana and his team built the precursor to Apple’s visual voicemail.
1999: VoIP & Unified Communications Pioneer
1999
Financial Times Global Telecoms Award
1999
Internet Technology category winner for developing unified messaging service on GTE Global Network Infrastructure (now Verizon).
Customers included:
– Microsoft (MSN division)
– Oracle
– Ford Motor Company
– Borders Bookstores
This award launched Dana’s career in telecommunications innovation.
Bellcore Engineering Excellence Award
1999
Awarded for pioneering work on voice over IP, specifically for developing the world’s first carrier-grade unified communications platform featuring visual voicemail technology.
This work created the path for video streaming (Netflix) and video conferencing (Zoom, Google Meet).
Telephony Magazine Feature
1999
“Time For UM? Unified messaging may be the next big differentiator”
Industry publication coverage of unified messaging innovation and its potential to transform telecommunications.
Featured In Leading Publications
FinanceWorld Magazine
“Love is orchestrating a fundamental shift in who can build in blockchain”
Wired Magazine
Named “one of the big names in big data”
Financial Times
Global Telecoms Award winner for Internet Technology
Style Weekly
Dana Love is called “a mathematical genius” and “a leader in machine learning” in the cover article for the 2005 Richmond Top 40 Under Forty.
Oracle Profit Magazine
Oracle Profit Magazine acclaimed Dana as “a guru of transformation in big data” for his work in machine learning and AI.
Telephony Magazine
In 1995, Dana was featured with Jeff Pulver in Telephony where they described “voice over IP”. Both went on to pioneer VoIP service.
Media Inquiries & Speaking Engagements
Available for interviews, podcast appearances, and speaking engagements on AI-blockchain convergence, Web3 development, exit strategy expertise, and the autonomous economy.