About Us
About Us
Archer Lawrence (Co-Founder, CEO)
has over 4 years of experience in the events industry, beginning his journey at Foodz Catering, where he built robust AI-powered tools to automate key operations—from staffing and marketing to bookkeeping and office administration.
In January 2025, Archer co-founded Loophole Automation where he leverages his deep understanding of the events industry and it's unique challenges to develop high impact solutions for client
Archer holds a BA in Design from Western Washington University and a Certificate in Software Product Management from the University of Washington.
Archer Lawrence (Co-Founder, CEO)
has over 4 years of experience in the events industry, beginning his journey at Foodz Catering, where he built robust AI-powered tools to automate key operations—from staffing and marketing to bookkeeping and office administration.
In January 2025, Archer co-founded Loophole Automation where he leverages his deep understanding of the events industry and it's unique challenges to develop high impact solutions for client
Archer holds a BA in Design from Western Washington University and a Certificate in Software Product Management from the University of Washington.
Archer Lawrence (Co-Founder, CEO) is an AI automation specialist with 4 years of experience in the event industry. At Foodz Catering, he developed AI tools to automate processes across departments including staffing, bookkeeping, marketing, and office admin. At Loophole he leverages his deep understanding of the events industry and it's unique challenges to develop high impact solutions for clients.
Noah Latsch (Co-Founder, CTO)
is a low-code automation expert with a background in data science, and 4 years of experience working for Linkedin. At Loophole, he develops custom automation software that integrates with the tools businesses already use. His approach prioritizes efficiency, simplicity, and practicality, reducing manual work so businesses can stay focused on what matters most.
Noah Latsch (Co-Founder, CTO)
is a low-code automation expert with a background in data science, and 4 years of experience working for Linkedin. At Loophole, he develops custom automation software that integrates with the tools businesses already use. His approach prioritizes efficiency, simplicity, and practicality, reducing manual work so businesses can stay focused on what matters most.
Noah Latsch (Co-Founder, CTO)
is a low-code automation expert with a background in data science, and 4 years of experience working for Linkedin. At Loophole, he develops custom automation software that integrates with the tools businesses already use. His approach prioritizes efficiency, simplicity, and practicality, reducing manual work so businesses can stay focused on what matters most.
Sean Sakaguchi (CFO)
Former Vice President in Guggenheim Securities Consumer and Retail practice, and previously worked in the Liability Management / Capital Structure Advisory practice.
Mr. Sakaguchi’s experience includes advising companies, sponsors, creditor constituents, and sovereign / municipal governments on M&A, financing, restructuring, liability management, and leveraged finance transactions across a range of industries. Throughout his career, Mr. Sakaguchi has advised clients in connection with over $1.5 billion in M&A transactions, over $1.4 billion of financing transactions, and over $200 billion of restructured liabilities.
Mr. Sakaguchi’s most recent corporate advisory transaction experience includes representing Keurig Dr. Pepper, Kelso (Eagle Foods), California Pizza Kitchen, PhyMed Healthcare Group, and EPIC Midstream. Notable sovereign and municipal advisory roles include representing the State of California (in connection with the PG&E bankruptcy), the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guinea-Bissau (in connection with restructuring bilateral Taiwan Ex-Im debt). Creditor and key stakeholder experience includes advising the First Lien Term Loan Lenders in Claire’s Inc, secured creditors of Seadrill (NADL), and the Ad Hoc Creditors Committee for Venezuela / PDVSA.
Prior to joining Guggenheim in 2018 as part of the firm’s acquisition of Millstein & Co., Mr. Sakaguchi was an analyst at Millstein & Co, a boutique, restructuring-focused investment bank. Mr. Sakaguchi is a graduate of Claremont McKenna College where he received a B.A. in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics; and Economic-Accounting.
Sean Sakaguchi (CFO)
Former Vice President in Guggenheim Securities Consumer and Retail practice, and previously worked in the Liability Management / Capital Structure Advisory practice.
Mr. Sakaguchi’s experience includes advising companies, sponsors, creditor constituents, and sovereign / municipal governments on M&A, financing, restructuring, liability management, and leveraged finance transactions across a range of industries. Throughout his career, Mr. Sakaguchi has advised clients in connection with over $1.5 billion in M&A transactions, over $1.4 billion of financing transactions, and over $200 billion of restructured liabilities.
Mr. Sakaguchi’s most recent corporate advisory transaction experience includes representing Keurig Dr. Pepper, Kelso (Eagle Foods), California Pizza Kitchen, PhyMed Healthcare Group, and EPIC Midstream. Notable sovereign and municipal advisory roles include representing the State of California (in connection with the PG&E bankruptcy), the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guinea-Bissau (in connection with restructuring bilateral Taiwan Ex-Im debt). Creditor and key stakeholder experience includes advising the First Lien Term Loan Lenders in Claire’s Inc, secured creditors of Seadrill (NADL), and the Ad Hoc Creditors Committee for Venezuela / PDVSA.
Prior to joining Guggenheim in 2018 as part of the firm’s acquisition of Millstein & Co., Mr. Sakaguchi was an analyst at Millstein & Co, a boutique, restructuring-focused investment bank. Mr. Sakaguchi is a graduate of Claremont McKenna College where he received a B.A. in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics; and Economic-Accounting.
