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Philip Beck

Co-founder of DropDesk

Seasoned serial entrepreneur, board member and C‑level executive with over 25 years' experience founding and scaling technology and payment businesses across the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East. Combines an international legal background with deep domain expertise in electronic payments, identity management and shared‑economy platforms to drive strategic growth, IPOs and M&A transactions.

Founded Planet Payment, a pioneer in cross-border payment processing. Served as Chairman and CEO, guiding the company from a startup to a publicly traded entity on the NASDAQ: PLPM. Partnered with major financial institutions to facilitate multi-currency processing for merchants worldwide.

Hired by the shareholders of a biometric company as Chairman and CEO to reposition the Company's products and services around an identification and identity management platform, recruit team members and build the Company's first 1.0 SaaS Identity Platform. www.authid.ai (NASDAQ:AUID) formerly Ipsidy, Inc. (OTC:IDTY)

Philip Beck

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Guides

Beginners Guide To Coworking Franchises: Pros, Cons, and Costs (2026 Edition)

The flexible workspace industry has exploded, evolving from a niche trend for freelancers into a standard requirement for Fortune 500 companies. For entrepreneurs and landlords looking to enter this market, the biggest question is often: Should I build my own brand, or buy a franchise?

Philip BeckPhilip Beck·January 28, 2026
Guides

How To Write A Press Release: The Ultimate Guide for 2026

If you are new to the PR scene or have been wondering whether your company needs to write a press release, you have come to the right place. In this article, you will learn what a press release is, why it's important, and the best ways to get media coverage in the modern digital landscape.

Philip BeckPhilip Beck·January 27, 2026
Guides

How to Build a Parking Space Marketplace: The 2026 No-Code Guide

Parking is one of the most frustrating problems in modern cities—and one of the most lucrative opportunities for entrepreneurs. By creating a marketplace for parking spaces, you can unlock a massive inventory of underutilized private driveways, garages, and commercial lots.

Philip BeckPhilip Beck·January 23, 2026
News

DropDesk Expands Beyond Workspaces with New Marketplace Builder

DropDesk announces major expansion from workspace platform to full marketplace for experiences and services, plus launch of new SaaS 'Marketplace Builder' enabling entrepreneurs to create their own two-sided booking platforms.

Philip BeckPhilip Beck·January 21, 2026
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