Christopher Columbus

About

Visionary navigator and geopolitical disrupter best known for pioneering transatlantic logistics in the late 15th century. Led cross-continental expansion initiatives, opening up “undiscovered” markets despite lack of accurate maps, GPS, or even consensus on the circumference of Earth. Adept at pitching bold ideas to skeptical investors. Proven ability to assemble scrappy, high-risk teams and deliver results—sometimes accidentally.

Experience

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  Founder & Admiral

  Indies Initiative

  1492 - 1506 · 14 yrs

  West Indies

  • Spearheaded the first successful westward maritime route to the Americas, unlocking new land assets for European stakeholders. • Secured multi-ship funding round from Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand despite unproven tech (no known westward passage). • Built and led a cross-functional fleet of 3 vessels (Nina, Pinta, Santa Maria), optimizing resource use across limited storage and navigational uncertainty. • Discovered new geographies, developed early-stage infrastructure (flag planting, basecamp setup), and initiated first contact strategies—some more controversial than others.

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  Freelance Maritime Consultant

  Portugal

  1476 - 1492 · 16 yrs

  Portugal

  • Conducted feasibility studies for spice trade route alternatives, including Arctic, African, and transatlantic options. • Lobbied multiple governments with compelling yet geographically inaccurate proposals. • Drafted persuasive grant applications, eventually landing Series A funding from Spanish monarchy.

Honors & awards

• Admiral of the Ocean Sea

  Spain

  Issued 1492