Meet the Team Behind
Lightspeed Investing
Philip Jayhawk Chan
Brandon Pitts
Dr. Nathan Rafaelov
Catlin Durning
Shazal Ehsan
Lily Orcullo
Jofer Itaas
Jason (Jay) Rodriguez
Evelyn Coira
Louise Casallos
Jorge Jara
John Rodriguez
Philip Jayhawk Chan
@philipjayhawkchan
President & CEO
Philip was on track to be a surgeon but he saw the system for what it was: a trap. Long hours. High stress. No exit strategy.
So he found a different path. He studied investing, strategy, and high-performance decision-making.
Now, as CEO of Lightspeed Investing, he leads the charge in helping professionals break free from the traditional career cycle.
Brandon Pitts
@wealthvoyagercto
Managing Partner
Brandon’s background is in engineering a world of data, logic, and problem-solving.
He started in real estate syndication, but quickly saw the limitations: too slow, too capital-intensive, too unpredictable.
Determined to find a faster way to build wealth, he now runs Lightspeed’s operations, ensuring seamless execution.
Dr. Nathan Rafaelov
@nathanrafaelov
Director of Physician Relations
Dr. Nathan earned his doctorate in pharmaceutical sciences from the Arnold and Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy at Long Island University, graduating with distinction.
He spent years in healthcare where he saw how demanding schedules and constant stress kept even the most dedicated professionals from real freedom.
Now, as Director of Physician Relations at Lightspeed Investing, he helps doctors and healthcare professionals take control of their time and finances, turning structure into independence and income into flexibility.
Caitlin Durning
@catlindurning
Chief Podcast Officer
As the Owner of Meraki Media and the host of my own podcast, I’ve spent years helping people share their stories and connect through impactful content.
I’ve always been passionate about helping others build wealth, and when I found Light Speed Investing, I realized how possible that truly is for anyone.
My experience in media and communication made the podcasting role at Light Speed a natural next step. I’m excited to help share clear, inspiring conversations that make wealth-building easier and more accessible for everyone.
Shazal Ehsan
@shazalehsan
Director of Marketing
Shazal has spent the last two years building what most firms only talk about a growth engine that actually runs.
With an MBA and years driving business development, CRM operations, and strategic outreach across industries, he joined Lightspeed Investing and channeled that experience into something bigger.
As Director of Marketing, he architects the firm's performance engine, building disciplined lead-generation systems, driving thought-leadership positioning, and ensuring the right professionals find their way to Lightspeed's mission. His outreach moves beyond visibility and translates directly into pipeline creation.
What sets him apart is the rare combination of strategic clarity and operational precision. He doesn't just open doors, he builds the infrastructure that keeps them open.
Lily Orcullo
Personal Assistant to the Executive Team
Lily began her career in executive support and operations, partnering with leadership teams to improve coordination and execution.
Driven by precision and efficiency, she ensures the Lightspeed executive team operates at peak performance by coordinating schedules, managing high-level projects, and maintaining seamless alignment across departments.
Her attention to detail and proactive approach help keep the firm’s mission moving forward every day.
Jofer Itaas
@joferitaas
Technical Support Specialist
Jofer spent most of his adult life climbing the corporate ladder of a multibillion-dollar company, chasing stability but never fulfillment. That changed when he discovered trading.
What began as a side interest quickly evolved into a full-time passion. He dove deep into the technical side of the craft, mastering the NinjaTrader platform from the ground up. Today, Jofer helps others do the same by guiding traders through setup, parameters, and platform navigation with patience and clarity.
Now, instead of climbing someone else’s ladder, he’s helping others build their own.
Jay Rodrigues
@jayrodriguez
Investor Relations Advisor
Jay has spent most of his career, serving and solving the needs of others.
He's gone from waiting tables and cooking meals, marketing door to door to training teams of people to do the same.
Whether it's on the marketing or service side of business, he enjoys finding solutions for those who are hungry do change for the purpose of growth.
Jay finds excitement in developing those who seek help and insight in order to watch the "underdog" overachieve.
He views trading, as he does business and sports. He believes the highest reward comes from overturning the greatest odds.
Evelyn Coira
@evelyn.coira
Investment Relations Advisor
Evelyn spent two decades in corporate management until she got laid off in 2021.
She decided she would never rely on the system again.
After meeting the Lightspeed team, she committed herself to learning trading, and now, she’s helping others take control of their financial futures.
Louise Casallos
@louisecasallos
Investor Relations Advisor
Louise Casallos is a marketing and business operations professional with extensive experience in digital marketing, content strategy, and client relations, working with businesses across healthcare, finance, and professional services. Her background in communications and relationship building has equipped her with the skills to educate, connect, and support clients from diverse industries.
At Lightspeed Investing, Louise serves as an Investor Relations Advisor, helping individuals explore opportunities in the futures and commodities markets as an additional avenue for wealth building. She connects prospective clients with the company’s education, resources, and experienced team, empowering them to make informed decisions as they work toward greater financial independence and long-term financial goals.
Jorge M. Jara
@jorgejara
Podcast & Investor Relations Advisor
Jorge M. Jara is a Podcast & Investor Relations Advisor at Lightspeed Investing, where he supports strategic relationships, investor communication, and media initiatives. With a background in sales, media, networking, and personal branding, Jorge focuses on connecting professionals and business owners with serious conversations around financial education, capital strategy, and futures and commodities markets.
His approach is direct and relationship-driven, with an emphasis on clear communication, professional education, and long-term relationships.
John Rodriguez
@JohnRodriguez
Investor Relations Advisor
As an Investor Relations Advisor, John brings a strong foundation in behavioral strategy and technology, having spent his career helping people build discipline, create meaningful connections, and break free from conventional limits.
Driven by precision and a proactive approach, he serves as a pivotal link for investors seeking clarity and long-term financial growth.
At Lightspeed, John ensures seamless alignment by introducing motivated individuals to our expert investing team-equipping them with the education and tools needed to take complete control of their financial future.
A Different Kind of Investment Firm
Built by Professionals. Proven in the Markets. Focused on Execution.
Most professionals play by the rules the system gave them.
We don’t.
We built Lightspeed Investing to teach professionals the one skill that institutions don’t want them to have: how to pursue results in the market with precision, speed, and consistency.
Our founders didn’t come from finance—they came from medicine and engineering—industries where precision and discipline are non-negotiable. But when we looked at the traditional financial system, we saw the truth:
The system isn’t built for professionals to win fast.
It teaches slow, passive investing — not active wealth-building.
It tells you to “stay the course” while institutions trade with speed and data.
We studied John Arnold the youngest billionaire natural gas trader in history. His system wasn’t built on hope. It was built on Data, Precision and Speed.
So we built a system that works the same way.
Doctors dedicate decades mastering their craft. They sacrifice their 20s, work grueling hours, and push themselves beyond limits most people can’t fathom. Yet, after all of that, they wake up in their 40s, 50s,
or even 60s still trading
time for money.
Doctors dedicate decades mastering their craft.
They sacrifice their 20s, work grueling hours, and
push themselves beyond limits most people can’t
fathom. Yet, after all of that, they wake up in their
40s, 50s, or even 60s still trading time for money.
What if you could pursue the kind of results that didn’t rely on another decade of 12-hour shifts?
What if you could pursue the kind of results that didn’t rely on another decade of 12-hour shifts?
Wealth Creation Isn’t About
Luck. It’s About Knowledge.
Wealth Creation Isn’t About Luck. It’s About Knowledge.
Most professionals rely on 401(k)s, financial
advisors, and real estate.
Most professionals rely on 401(k)s, financial advisors, and real estate.
They take the slow path because no one ever showed them the
They take the slow path because no one ever showed them the alternative.
At Lightspeed Investing, we teach professionals how to:
Trade like institutions do — without the retail guesswork.
Use structured, repeatable methods to pursue results.
Execute trades with precision, pursuing results without emotional mistakes.
This isn’t theory. This isn’t speculation. This is a system, executed live in the markets week after week.
Our Mission
10 Million Independent Traders by 2033
10 Million Independent Traders by 2033
By 2033, we will have trained 10 million professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors to navigate financial markets with confidence.
Reclaim their time — because wealth isn’t just about money, it’s about freedom.
Amplify their energy — by building financial independence without burnout.
Master alternative investments — so they never have to rely on slow, outdated strategies again.
Lightspeed Investing isn’t just an education platform. It’s a movement of professionals who refuse to settle for the slow game.
Your Next Move? See It in Action.
Most firms talk about wealth-building. We execute it—live.
See the precision
strategies used by
elite traders.
Watch trades executed in real-time.
Watch trades executed
in real-time.
Discover how to pursue
results without waiting
decades.
Discover how to pursue
results without waiting
decades.
No risk. No commitment. Just proof.
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