Rafik EL GUETTABI

I'm the Founder and CEO of The Digital State LLC, a forward-thinking technology company based in Jacksonville, Florida. I'm also the President of Think Lean and the visionary behind Thinkle AI, a groundbreaking platform revolutionizing the way financial data is analyzed, interpreted, and applied.

My path to technology was anything but traditional.

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I began my academic journey in bioengineering, but soon discovered a deeper passion for technology and innovation. That shift led me to pursue a new direction in Information Technology, marking the beginning of an incredible journey.

My first step into the IT world began in Israel IT, where I had the privilege of working with IT After, a leading technology firm founded by Adi Katz and Guy Amar. It was there that I truly found my footing, learning the ropes and developing as an IT Project Manager.

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One of the pivotal moments of my early career was leading a team during a high-impact project that included a strategic meeting with Finastra, one of the world’s top fintech giants. That experience was the spark that ignited my passion for fintech and transformative technologies.

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Then came a deeply personal turning point — the start of the war in Ukraine. It was a heartbreaking and life-altering event for me and my family. Like many, I was forced to leave everything behind, seeking safety and a new beginning in the United States. It was here that I earned my PMP certification, further strengthening my foundation in project leadership.

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Driven by a desire to build something meaningful from my experiences, I founded The Digital State LLC, with a mission to deliver innovative tech solutions. This journey also led to the creation of Thinkle AI, a platform designed to transform how financial institutions understand and act on data using the power of artificial intelligence.

From bioengineering to fintech, and from war to innovation — my journey has been defined by resilience, purpose, and the belief that technology can change lives.

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