May 7th Luncheon

This luncheon will be at Maggiano's!!

Speaker: Ashley Walter and Dr. Veit Brimer

White Lens Foundation

Ashley Walter is a Strategic Partnerships Manager at White Lens Foundation, where she leads partnerships and fundraising efforts to advance an AI-powered initiative focused on preventing online child exploitation before harm occurs. With a background spanning nonprofit operations, relationship development, and cross-sector collaboration, she has worked across organizations to build impactful programs, manage strategic growth, and connect communities to critical resources. Ashley brings experience in grant strategy, event coordination, and stakeholder engagement, helping drive innovative, prevention-focused solutions in child safety. She holds a Bachelor of Science from the Fashion Institute of Technology and is based in Houston, Texas. Outside of her work, Ashley lives in the Heights, where she enjoys spending time with her spouse, extended family, and cats, and is currently developing a zero-waste business.

Dr. Veit Brimer is an economist, entrepreneur, and international executive with decades of experience across the United States, Europe, and Asia. As Chairman of the Board and founding chair of White Lens Foundation, he leads the organization’s strategy, governance, and cross-border partnerships to advance child protection in digital environments. 

Throughout his career, Dr. Brimer has founded and scaled multiple companies in industries including information technology, insurance, and funeral services, expanding operations into more than 30 countries. He is recognized for his ability to build high-performing teams, drive strategic growth, and manage complex international operations. 

In addition to his entrepreneurial work, he has served as a professor of information management, equipping students with practical skills in business and technology. Dr. Brimer holds a PhD from the University of Southampton and brings a global, multidisciplinary perspective to his leadership at White Lens. Outside of his work, Dr. Brimer likes to play golf, read, teach and spend time with his family.