OUR TEAM
Samuel Witt
Founder and CEO
Samuel Witt's journey is a testament to his passion for technology, innovation, and value creation. While maintaining his role as a key executive at Oracle, Sam has expanded his horizons by founding Renee Alexander LLC, showcasing his ability to balance corporate leadership with entrepreneurial vision.
Sam's professional journey began in the early 2000s, after studying Economics and Business Administration at California State University, Fullerton. His career has been marked by a series of roles that have honed his expertise in technology, product management, and business strategy.
In 2004, Sam joined eMarket Technologies as a Principal in Product Development and Delivery, working with diverse corporations across multiple industries. Concurrently, he took on a role at Deloitte Consulting as a Senior Associate in the Law and Justice sector, leading teams in product management for major public sector projects.
A pivotal moment in Sam's career came in 2010 when he joined Vocado LLC, an education technology startup. Starting as Vice President of Operations, Sam's leadership was instrumental in guiding Vocado from a fledgling startup to a major player in the EdTech industry, culminating in its successful acquisition by Oracle in 2018.
Under Sam's leadership, Renee Alexander LLC is positioned at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and strategic real estate investments. His vision is to create a portfolio that not only generates strong returns but also contributes to technological advancements that can positively impact society.
Sam's unique background in both technology and business operations allows him to identify and nurture opportunities that others might overlook. He is particularly excited about the potential of Generative AI to transform industries and is committed to supporting entrepreneurs who are pushing the boundaries in this field.
At Renee Alexander LLC, Sam is building a team and a culture that values innovation, ethical business practices, and long-term partnerships. He believes in the power of smart capital - not just providing funding, but also offering strategic guidance and industry connections to help portfolio companies thrive.
This acquisition marked the beginning of Sam's tenure at Oracle, where he currently serves as Vice President of Product Management for Oracle Student Cloud. In this role, he continues to drive innovation in educational technology solutions, leveraging his deep understanding of both the tech and education sectors.
It's within this context of corporate success that Sam founded Renee Alexander LLC in 2016. This venture represents Sam's commitment to fostering innovation beyond his day-to-day corporate responsibilities. Renee Alexander LLC serves as a platform for Sam to apply his extensive experience and insights to support emerging technologies and strategic real estate investments.
As the founder and CEO of Renee Alexander LLC, Sam is able to pursue his passion for nurturing groundbreaking ideas, particularly in the field of Generative AI, while maintaining his leadership role at Oracle. This dual position allows him to stay at the forefront of enterprise technology trends while also identifying and supporting the next wave of tech innovators.
Sam's areas of expertise, cultivated over his diverse career, include executive leadership, product visioning and management, cloud services and SaaS solutions, operational excellence, strategic planning and execution, and mergers and acquisitions. This broad skill set enables him to provide valuable insights and guidance to both Oracle and the companies in Renee Alexander LLC's investment portfolio.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Sam is committed to giving back to the community. From 2010 to 2018, he served as a Board Member for Quest Community Church, focusing on financial planning and community outreach initiatives. This experience reinforced his belief in the power of technology and innovation to drive positive change.
Under Sam's leadership, Renee Alexander LLC has developed a unique investment approach that balances cutting-edge technology investments with strategic real estate holdings. He sees the firm not just as an investment vehicle, but as a means to support visionary entrepreneurs and contribute to the development of technologies that will shape our future.
Sam's vision for Renee Alexander LLC is to create a portfolio that not only generates strong returns but also contributes to technological advancements that can positively impact society. He is particularly excited about the potential of Generative AI to transform industries and is committed to supporting entrepreneurs who are pushing boundaries in this field.
By maintaining his role at Oracle while leading Renee Alexander LLC, Sam embodies the modern tech executive: deeply engaged in corporate innovation while also actively participating in the startup ecosystem. This dual perspective allows him to bridge the gap between established enterprise solutions and emerging technologies, positioning both Oracle and Renee Alexander LLC at the forefront of technological advancement.
As he looks to the future, Sam continues to be driven by his lifelong passion for leveraging technology to create value, solve complex problems, and make a positive impact on the world. Through his work at Oracle and Renee Alexander LLC, he is playing a pivotal role in shaping the technological landscape, fostering innovation, and supporting the next generation of tech leaders.
