THE TEAM

Apurva Duta

Executive Director

  • Apurva Duta is the Chief Financial Officer for the Duta Family of Companies where she oversees financial strategy, corporate governance, and operational activities. She holds a master’s degree from Brown University and is a licensed realtor in the State of Texas. Beyond her professional expertise, she is a classically trained pianist with a deep passion for music. Apurva has performed internationally in over 60 concerts, and studied piano performance at Ecole Normale in Paris, France. In her spare time, Apurva enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, reading, camping, and playing the piano at various private events. She has a heart of service and is dedicated to HLO’s mission of transforming the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children.

Andrei Duta

Chairman

  • Dr. Andrei Duta is the CEO for the Duta family of companies and an entrepreneur with a solid record of putting successful M&A and CRE deals together across diverse industries including manufacturing, industrial coatings, and enterprise services. Known for his strategic thoughtfulness and leadership, he thrives on doing business transformationally and creating lasting value for his partners. 

    Andrei views success in the marketplace as a means and opportunity to support philanthropic initiatives. He has a passion for helping children and dedicates his time and resources to initiatives that uplift and empower young lives. Andrei is the founder of His Little Ones, an organization that has been helping orphaned children in Romania for more than two decades. More recently, Andrei and his wife Apurva have launched the Duta Foundation. Whether through mentorship programs, educational support, or medical projects, their commitment to making a difference reflects their belief that every child deserves to flourish in life.

Ray Torres

Vice Chair

  • Ray Torres, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Alta Towers Advisors.

    Ray Torres is a leader and business strategist focused on helping organizations and business owners maximize their assets and investments. Starting his career as an International Banker overseeing Lloyds Bank Plc’s Latin American desk, Ray has developed a strong mix of financial expertise and business skills.

    For the past 30 years, Ray has held senior leadership roles, including COO, CEO, Chairman, and Board member, within family-owned and Private Equity-backed organizations. His record includes consistently driving revenue and profit growth at rates two to three times the industry average and securing attractive exits for all stakeholders.

    An M&A professional, Ray has executed over 30 mergers and acquisitions valued at more than $1 billion. His industry knowledge covers manufacturing, value-added distribution, industrial safety products, metal and plastic packaging components, custom and proprietary injection molding, specialty and concrete products, decorative paints and coatings, and the services sector.

    Ray is also committed to giving back to his community. He previously served on the Board of Trustees for A Precious Child, a nonprofit serving children in need in the Denver Metro area. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for CrossPurpose, an organization focused on lifting people out of poverty, and on the Board of Trustees for Rocky Mountain Partnership. Ray also contributes his expertise to His Little Ones, a nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable children, and serves on the Boards of Directors for two for-profit organizations: Sashco, Inc. and Key Klean LLC.

James Williams

Board Member

  • Dr. James Williams is a prominent figure in the study of philosophy, ethics, and technology design. As a PhD graduate from the Oxford Internet Institute, he has focused on the ethics of attention and persuasion in technology. He is part of the Digital Ethics Lab and a visiting researcher at Oxford's Uehiro Centre for Practical Ethics, while also teaching in the Computer Science department. James's ten-year career at Google earned him the Founders’ Award for his achievements in advertising products. With a master's in product design engineering from the University of Washington and a bachelor's in literature from Seattle Pacific University, he co-founded the Time Well Spent campaign, advocating for respectful technology design.

    As a speaker and consultant, Dr. Williams works with global companies, governments, and media on tech ethics. His interests include virtual reality, languages, and the works of James Joyce. He was awarded the Nine Dots Prize and wrote the book "Stand Out of Our Light.” Dr. Williams's work influences leaders to incorporate ethical considerations in technology, ensuring it serves human well-being.

Joseph Davison

Special Project Volunteer

  • Joseph Davison is a dedicated special project volunteer at His Little Ones, where he brings his extensive experience in technology and operations to support the organization’s mission. With a rich background in film production and advertising, Joseph has crafted campaigns for top global corporations, including notable projects like the Michael Jackson 'Slave to the Rhythm' hologram and the 2018 NBA Championship halftime show.

    In addition to his film career, Joseph founded Good Gear, an equipment rental business tailored for the film industry, which he successfully sold. His strong technology background allows him to develop innovative solutions and marketing strategies that benefit His Little Ones and its outreach efforts. Recently, he relocated from Los Angeles to Texas to focus on community development initiatives.

    Passionate about giving back, Joseph has volunteered with organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and the Union Rescue Mission in Los Angeles. In his spare time, he enjoys backpacking, traveling, reading, and watching documentaries. Joseph holds a degree in Economics from Texas Tech University's Rawls College of Business, graduating in 2007.