Jonathan Arad

Co founder & CEO at Takara

Speaker

Jonathan Arad is a seasoned fintech executive, serial entrepreneur, and engineer with over 20 years of experience building and leading ventures at the intersection of finance and technology. He is the Founder and CEO of Takara, a real estate fintech company focused on solving structural inefficiencies in the U.S. mortgage market and unlocking liquidity for homeowners and lenders. Throughout his career, Jonathan has launched and scaled multiple ventures across capital markets, lending, and structured products, blending deep technical expertise with strategic insight. His work has been featured in industry forums, and he frequently speaks on housing finance, innovation in lending, and the future of mortgage infrastructure.