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Don Fornes is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in the technology and investment sectors. Currently serving as Chairman and CEO of Highwire since March 2021, Fornes leads initiatives that support builders and owners in capital projects. In addition to this role, Fornes is a Trustee at The Fessenden School and Chairman of NETSTOCK, where an affordable inventory optimization solution for SMBs is offered. As Founder and Partner at Climate Cloud, Fornes focuses on investments in technologies that combat climate change, while also founding and advising at Lever & Dial, which invests in SaaS and mobile app companies. Previously, Fornes founded and led Software Advice before its acquisition by Gartner, and held senior roles at Epiphany and Hambrecht & Quist. Education includes degrees from Princeton University and Harvard University, with a focus on climate change during an advanced leadership initiative.