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Co-Founder DeReticular 2023 – Present Spearheaded the development and implementation of DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks) initiatives. Led AI-driven efforts to apply for grants from 139 potential funding sources, targeting experienced subject matter experts. Focused on blockchain-based solutions for more decentralized and efficient network systems. Member Government Blockchain Association (GBA) 2019 – Present Contributed expertise to blockchain policy discussions and initiatives on a global scale. Actively involved in creating educational resources, research, and guidelines to accelerate blockchain adoption in government sectors. Author Self-Published Book – Tokenomics is not Economics 2022 Authored a groundbreaking book on blockchain economics, challenging conventional views on tokenomics in decentralized finance. Founder & Consultant BlockchainConsultants.io 2011 – 2020 Provided blockchain consulting services, specializing in Web3, Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT), and blockchain architecture. Architected some of the first DLT-native workflows, including a groundbreaking design for Swift Harvest in 2018—leading to a $40 million offer within six months. Designed and implemented blockchain solutions in industries such as agriculture and logistics, including a Proof of Proximity (POP) application for Less Than Truckload (LTT) logistics in 2019. Designed, built, and maintained Proof of Work mining pools, including sourcing thousands of NVIDIA GTX 1070 video cards, and developing a mempool-optimized version of Linux, on a bootable USB. Host & Moderator Blockchain Weekly 2016 – 2020 Hosted and moderated weekly interviews with blockchain innovators, by 2019 amassing over 29,000 subscribers and 15,000+ weekly views. Focused on educating and raising awareness about blockchain developments, helping audiences stay informed about the latest industry trends. Senior Vice President DinanCompany.com 1993 – 2003 Led strategic investment banking efforts for large private equity groups, sourcing and managing high-value opportunities in emerging technologies. Drove successful investment decisions and facilitated large-scale financial transactions. Investment Banker 20+ Years Expertise in sourcing strategic opportunities, M&A, and advisory services within the finance and tech sectors. Helped major private equity groups capitalize on emerging technologies and blockchain investments. Selected Speaking Engagements & Panels Featured Speaker at various blockchain conferences, sharing insights on DePIN, blockchain integration, and the future of Web3 technologies. Moderator for several blockchain panels, guiding discussions on innovation, scalability, and industry adoption. Hosted over 50 blockchain meetups in Phoenix, Arizona, cultivating a community of tech enthusiasts and professionals. Publications & Media Featured contributions to various blockchain publications and platforms published here https://bizbuildermike.com/category/front-page-featured Technical White Paper, Carbon Consuming Circular Economies (CCCE) (2023) – CCCE provides Platform Support for resilient, self-sufficient campuses that actively, and verifiably, reduce atmospheric carbon while promoting economic, and community growth. Tokenomics is not Economics (2022) – Self-published book on blockchain economics aka what I did on my Pandemic Vacation. Host of Blockchain Weekly (2016 – 2020) – YouTube series with 29,000 subscribers.