Alexander Russell is an entrepreneur based in New York. He founded Nothing Special, a kava beverage brand, to help global consumers enjoy life without alcohol. Before founding Nothing Special, Alexander worked at Lazard Frères & Co. in New York. Alexander has an MPhil in Political and Economic Theory from Trinity College, Cambridge, where he was a Lenox-Conyngham Scholar. He graduated with BS degrees in Finance and Environmental Sciences from the University of Virginia, where he led responsible business initiatives for UVA’s endowment and worked for the Nature Conservancy.

Longevity enthusiast with a background in biomedical engineering from Columbia University. I entered the biomedical engineering field with the goal of elevating a healthy person to human 2.0 by allowing them to perform with abilities beyond what they are born with. In the past, I have worked on brain-computer interface systems and artificial intelligence projects to augment human capabilities. Excited to contribute to the Dont Die community and connect with on the path to longevity!

I’m a South African born finance, technology and behavioural health evangelist just looking for love. lol

Hey! My name is Malekai — I'm a startup and wellness junkie (usually) based in NYC.