Speakers
Ken Nizam
Founder - AsiaTokenFund Group - Forbes Council Member
Ilya Machavariani
CEO and Senior Partner - 4H Agency
Jared Dillinger
Founder - Daredevil Media
Manpreet Kohli
Founder - SaitaChain
Clyde Marcel Melgar
Head of Web3 Content BitDigest
Kenneth Berey
CEO & Founder - BNPH/ConnectWeb3
Nelson Lumbres
Co-Founder - ICP.Hub Philippines
Rebecah Dausen
Lead of Ecosystem Development - XDC Network
Myrtle Ramos
CEO and Founder - Block Tides
Shantnoo Saxsena
CEO and Founder - Encryptus
Pavel Dergachev
Advisor and Co-Founder - 4H Agency
Rudy Shoushany
Founder of CryptoTalks & DxTalks
Ilya Machavariani
CEO and Senior Partner - 4H Agency
Ilya is one of the founders of 4H Agency and holds the position as the CEO of the Agency. Prior to founding 4H Agency, Ilya was heading up the Eastern European Gambling Practice at the largest international law firm in the world. This experience has enabled him to advise the whole spectrum of the Agency’s clients: from global publicly listed gambling groups to startups.
With extensive 12+ years’ background in business and legal consulting, Ilya advises clients of the Agency on a complete range of gambling-related issues — expanding into new markets, obtaining gambling licenses, acquiring new PSPs, restructuring gambling operations and product and much more.
Ilya is a renowned speaker and author for many industry-wide media outlets as well as regular advisor to the governments and public institutions around the globe.
Rudy Shoushany
Founder of CryptoTalks & DxTalks
Award Winning, Founder of CryptoTalks & DxTalks the Digital Leaders Platform | BCC Management Consultancy | Forbes Technology Council | International Keynote Speaker| Mentor | Advisor | Specialized in consulting on Digital Transformation Strategies, Fintech, Cybersecurity, Governance, and Blockchain.
KC Montero
Founder of Kumu, Saints of LA, Roaring Pepe
Been a television personality for over 20 years. Know as MTV Asia’s longest tenured V, hosting shows for Fox Sports, NatGeo, Discovery Channel and more. Also a co-founder of the worlds largest Pinoy livestream app, KUMU. In web3, Founder of Saints of LA and Roaring Pepe memecoin.. basically I’m a dirty degen.
H.H Princess Hesah Al Saud
Princess Hessah bint Saud Bin Naser Bin Farhan Al Saud is an innovative Saudi entrepreneur who has successfully founded and led two prominent companies, in information technology and Event Management industry. Driven by a passion for seamlessly integrating events, sustainability, and technology, Princess Hessah continues to make significant contributions to the Saudi business landscape.
Shantnoo Saxsena
CEO and Founder - Encryptus
Shantnoo is a seasoned payments and fintech executive with over 15 years of experience. He has built successful businesses in the Middle East, Africa, UK, and Europe, and has gained solid experience in a regulated environment.
In 2016, Shantnoo entered the crypto space and engineered a model between Bitcoins and traditional money transfer while consulting for BitPesa. He played a key role in setting up BitPesa’s London operations.
In 2018, Shantnoo moved to Dubai to set up the MENAT operations for Huobi, the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange. He was appointed as their GM and ran a profitable business for Huobi MENAT. He partnered with well-known brands in the UAE for the OTC business and structured the business plan to set up an OTC desk for Huobi at DMCC.
Shantnoo is currently the founder of Encryptus, an infrastructure provider for Crypto and Traditional Finance businesses. Encryptus has gained several payments and crypto licenses.
The vision is to simplify crypto <> fiat with compliances and regulations.
He is a frequent speaker at industry events and is a recognized expert in the payments and fintech space.
Shantnoo is a dynamic and engaging speaker who is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience with others.
Clyde Marcel Melgar
Head of Web3 Content - BitDigest
Clyde is a dedicated content specialist with the sole goal to combat misinformation in the Web3 space. He started his career in content by freelancing since 2019 for numerous clients in various fields. In 2020, he took an interest in cryptocurrency trading which led him to focus on building content for Web3 brands.
Having worked with talented individuals from all over the globe has allowed him to achieve the onboarding of hundreds of thousands of people through his content expertise. In his previous role, Clyde and a team of content experts from Web2 companies such as Meta, Tiktok, and other prestigious tech companies achieved the conversion of 100,000 paid users in a span of three months for a Web3 project.
His experience in content along with his burning desire to grow Web3 in the Philippines has allowed him to contribute to different Web3 communities. Becoming a key speaker for non-crypto native crowds, providing them crystal clear understanding of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, and Web3 concepts.
His current goal as a leader in Web3 is to onboard masses into crypto through mainstream media. Aiming to eradicate misinformation, unveiling potential scams, and being the medium where non-crypto natives are able to explore the crypto ecosystem without the complex jargon.
Nelson Lumbres
Co-Founder - ICP.Hub Philippines
Nelson is the ICP.Hub Philippines Co-Founder. His passion and advocacy includes educating
people about Web3, promoting the mass adoption of blockchain technology, and supporting Philippine DApps, Developers & Projects to BUIDL on the Internet Computer Protocol. With years of experience within the Finance and Telecommunications industries, Nelson is well-equipped to lead the growth of ICP.Hub Philippines towards achieving its goals. With the potential of these cutting-edge technologies, he is excited to be a part of the movement towards a more decentralized future
Sajjadllah Alhawsawi
CEO - Abaad Alkhayal technology
Dr Sajjad is the passionate co-founder and CEO of Aba’ad Alkhayal, a Saudi software company specialising in cutting-edge technologies like blockchain and AI. With a keen interest in both IT and sustainability, Dr Sajjadllah leads Aba’ad Alkhayal in empowering businesses to embrace the digital age and achieve lasting success.
Ken Nizam
Founder - AsiaTokenFund Group - Forbes Council Member
Ken is a serial entrepreneur, investor & business consultant with expertise in Fintech, Blockchain & Web3 space. Founder of Southeast Asia leading blockchain media, accelerator & venture builder AsiaTokenFund Group, Ken has been in the blockchain & Fintech space since 2017 and started off his first stint as the Co-Founder, COO & CMO of Singapore’s first BNPL-mobile payment fintech startup backed by Shanghai Venture Capital which acquire over 5 million users within its first year & raised a USD 10M Series A.
In the early days of blockchain, Ken was a member of Huobi Global Elite which he promoted one of the world’s largest crypto exchange in Southeast Asia. Ken’s active involvement in the blockchain space won him numerous awards such as Huobi Global Leading Community Award 2018, UCIM world’s best crypto media Award and others.
In 2021, Ken launched a new blockchain incubator and venture builder ATF Capital with aims to support traditional business to transit into Web3 , NFTs and Blockchain integration. Ken also launched Asia’s first metaverse immersion event conference “The Web3Con” in Singapore’s iconic night-club Zouk which saw over 1,500 attendees in the one-day event.
In 2023, Ken was invited as KOL of Binance and Media VIP of CoinMarketCap as well became Official Member of Forbes Business Council. Ken’s current focus is to continue building Web3 applications though his venture building arm ATF Capital and supporting new startups with objective to onboard the next billion users.
Jiro Reyes
CEO and CO-Founder - Bitskwela
Rebecah Dausen
Lead of Ecosystem Development - XDC Network
During her web2.0 days, she managed spectrum of IT projects from website development, E-commerce platforms and web applications ensuring they are delivered on time, within in budget and SOW. She embarked on a transformative journey from the world of web2.0 into web3.0 not long ago and haven’t look back since. As she journeys deeper into web3.0, she facilitates collaboration among individuals, projects, and organizations, fostering a dynamic XDC ecosystem where innovative ideas and blockchain solutions can flourish.
Jared Dillinger
Founder - Daredevil Media
Jared Dillinger is a 15-year professional athlete, former national team player of Gilas Pilipinas, and a 9-time champion and medalist on the most popular team in the Philippines, Barangay Ginebra. He is now the producer/co-host of the upcoming show “The Future” on CNN Philippines. Jared is also the founder/co-host of the basketball show, “Let it Fly” with his colleagues, Gabe Norwood, Solomon Mercado, Joe Devance, & Suzy Gamboa. Delivering unfiltered basketball perspectives on the PBA & NBA culture, analysis, insights, and more.
He is also the Head Content Creator and Ambassador of “Heros”, a Singapore-based company that provides a social platform for athletes similar to LinkedIn but for sports athletes.
Also, the head KOL for coins.ph, Philippines centralized exchange, he provides educational content to the masses to help lessen the learning curve and help provide crypto information that is fun and relatable.
Aside from his successful career in sports and finance, Jared has also made a name for himself in the crypto world. He has successfully launched and sold out one NFT project on the XRP blockchain in less than 24 hours, showcasing his innovative mindset in the digital space, ranked 15 in total revenue sales on the entire chain of XRP. Now working on his second NFT project, NSD. A sports project to help connect fans to the Ginebra players through digital and physical collectibles, membership access to perks, IRL events, and more.
His passion for the intersection of athletes and crypto is evident in his work, and he hopes to inspire and educate others through his experiences.
He wants to impact over 100 million people from around the globe, he wants to apply a positive mindset and add value to their lives, all the while showing others that being kind will take you far in life.
Manpreet Kohli
Founder - SaitaChain
With over two decades in Finance and Technology, I am the founder of SaitaChain. My dedication to integrating cryptocurrencies into everyday lives drives our success. With expertise in launching ventures and leading teams, my goal is to unlock cryptocurrency’s full potential and provide innovative solutions. I’m committed to advancing cryptocurrency and Web 3.0 for mainstream users.
Kenneth Berey
CEO & Founder - BNPH/ConnectWeb3
Everything is all about Mind setting,
I’m a crazy guy who built the first and licensed outsourcing company based in the Philippines that are expert in Web3 space, The Blockchain Network Philippines https://blockchainnetworkph.com/
7+ years of experience in sales, growth marketing, community adviser, my company works in different way to achieve your goals from:
Raising Funds
Strategic growth for Community
Day-to-day Marketing Strategy
Sales and lead generation
Global Marketing Expansion
Advisory/Marketing Consultant
PR/Brand Awareness
With 200+ crypto projects who outsource our services, from Marketing company, VC’s, and B2B.
OUR RESULTS:
Achieved 450 Employees with 96 projects total in a month
100+ Global events attended
Speaker + Panel discussion
Raising Millions of Funds from our clients
Working with loyal customers with more than 3 years
Pavel Dergachev
Advisor and Co-Founder - 4H Agency
Pavel is one of the founders of 4H Agency and a visionary. He has 9+ years’ experience in the gambling and tech sector (including the most significant international gambling operators and media giants). This experience allows him to bring a business-oriented approach to Agency’s operations.
At 4H Agency Pavel is responsible for creating the business value to consultancy matters at 4H as well as for utilizing 360 approach to the Agency’s projects.
Myrtle Ramos
CEO and Founder - Block Tides
- CEO and Founder of Block Tides
- KOL of CoinMarketCap
- Official Binance Live & Feed Creator
- Forbes Business Council Official Member
- Cointelegraph Innovation Circle Official Member
Myrtle Anne Ramos has helped hundreds of companies to benefit and transform their businesses to disrupt, adjust, or scale by utilizing the latest technological tools and products or helping to build from scratch.
Filipina serial entrepreneur and an angel investor. She is the Founder and CEO of the multi-awarded world-class company Block Tides. She is also the former Co-Founder of PlaceWar, which raised over $5.4 million in total for seed, private, and sales, with over 12 years of experience in technology, advisory, branding, marketing, public relations, business development, and growth in Blockchain, Web 3, Cryptocurrency & Metaverse in 2016. Myrtle Anne Ramos is the founder of the Award Winning Blockchain, Crypto, Defi, NFT, IoT, AI, and Metaverse PR Firm Block Tides (Marketing, Growth Hacking, Sales, Social Media Management, Giving opportunities to people, Media Distribution Services, Investor Relations, Public Relations) Official Member of Forbes Business Council, Official Influencer of CoinMarketCap. A scholar graduate of Draper University for Blockchain & Entrepreneurship powered by Tezos, she is currently an advisor for many Blockchain and Tech companies.
Global Advisory Board of the International Council of E-Commerce along with being recognized by the endorsements of the US Federal Government, US Army, National Security Agency and the Committee on National Security Systems, the FBI, Microsoft, IBM, and the United Nations. EC-Council Advisory Board of CBP comprises well-known industry experts and top blockchain professionals from global brands across a diverse range of industries.
Myrtle Anne Ramos is a successful businesswoman and entrepreneur who works tirelessly to create success for herself and the communities she touches. She is passionate about creating a positive impact on the world through innovation, collaboration, hard work, and determination. Her professional career has included managing international companies, leading philanthropic projects, serving on nonprofit boards, and volunteering in her local community. Myrtle has a talent for inspiring and motivating others with her infectious positivity and willingness to help, while constantly challenging her peers to strive for excellence. Her journey has been one of tenacity and unwavering faith in the power of making a difference in the world.
Myrtle Anne Ramos is also a revolutionary creative who works to bring people and nature back together. With a passion for creating beautiful things and helping people reconnect with their environment and each other, her projects touch on topics ranging from environmental justice to art-making. By using sustainable practices and materials to create works of art, Myrtle Anne encourages a deeper connection with the environment. She reminds us of our shared responsibility as custodians of the planet. From urban gardening to participatory art projects and social entrepreneurship, Myrtle Anne is dedicated to creating a movement that brings art, people, and nature together.
Myrtle Anne Ramos is a Brand and Marketing Strategist who partners with CEOs, executives, and solopreneurs to grow their personal and professional brands, human-to-human. After spending nearly a decade working in tech, PR, and marketing for multimillion-dollar brands and startups, Myrtle knows what drives conversions, sold-out launches, and Global interviews. Myrtle has landed coverage in print and broadcast outlets worldwide, including The Manila Times, Bloomberg, Cointelegraph, Benzinga, Tech Times, Bitcoin.com, and many more.
In addition to her extensive PR and marketing experience, Myrtle is a trained business coach.
Recognitions and Connections
- Gazet International Award | Best PR & Marketing Agency 2023 – Block Tides
- Best Crypto Media – AIBC Awards 2023
- Wiki Finance Expo Rising Businessperson of the Year 2023
- Wiki Finance Expo Best Web 3 PR & Marketing 2023
- Grand Winner Canopus Award Vega Awards IAA | Best Cinematic Video | Top Leading Agency 2022
- Her Entrepreneur’s Most Engaging Personalities of 2022
- ABGA Top 20 Crypto Media 2022
- 115 Most Inspirational Women of Web 3 and the Metaverse 2022 by Unstoppable Wow 3 powered by Unstoppable Domains
- Gold Stevie Award Winner | Company of the Year for Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations | 2022
- TADS Awards | NFT Innovation Rising Star Grand Winner 2022
- Rising Women In Crypto Wirex Nominee | 2022
- Nominated for TADS Awards 2022 | PlaceWar & Block Tides
- Nominated for Vega Awards 2022 | Top Agencies Of The Year 2022 | Block Tides
- Nominated for Crypto Media Asia and Women In Blockchain by CryptoAwards2022 by Finexpo
- 50 Unstoppable Women Leaders of Today & Tomorrow by Engati, 2022
- 101 Global Twitter Influencers to follow for 2022 by Engati
- Top 1 both Crypto Media Asia and Women In Blockchain for CryptoAwards 2021 by Blockchain Fest Cyprus
- Nominated Stevie International Awards 2021 for Best PR & Media for Block Tides
- Top 50 WomenTech Community Award 2021.
- Top 100 for Wirex Rising Women in Crypto Power List
- Nominated for WeAreCity’s Rising Stars Global Awards 2021
- Best PR of 2020 by Pitchdeck Asia
- Top 1 Crypto Journalist 2019, Gurus Awards
Myrtle has helped hundreds of many social issues by donating and helping using event to donate to those who are in need. (E.g Typhoon Ulysses, Earthquakes, Volcanic Eruptions and etc.) She raised plenty for donations alone and is giving away help during the COVID-19 Pandemic through her Block Tides Live Series.
Supervised 10000+ Media Publications. Worked with The Face magazine Vietnam, the #1 TV show in Vietnam Talkshow. We are a team of well-experienced marketers and PR heavily involved in blockchain technology.
Conducted over 60+ major successful Fintech and blockchain summits in Asia, Myrtle helped more than 500+ blockchain projects for PR, Marketing, Social Media Management, and Investor Relations, and raised more than $50 million + both local and international since 2016. Block Tides and its partners a golden bridge towards expanding the project globally in no time with our strategic partnership between Asia Token Fund and Block PR Asia.
Myrtle Anne Ramos is heavily connected with all Blockchain and mainstream media and is partnered with top-notch Blockchain, Tech, Fintech & Crypto events, and companies globally.
Michael Angelo
Gainers Ground President
Started in the dire bear market in 2018 where opportunities are so limited, He focused on learning one thing; futures trading. Juggling 2 full time jobs as an OFW while trading really built his self and time management as he went through his crypto journey.
Fast forward to 2022, He established a common ground for traders, where different technical strategies can thrive, exchange information and learn from one another, Gainers Ground is born! A place where every gainer is more than just a number.Gainers Ground (@gainersground) • Instagram photos and videos
MARK JOSEPH T. FERNANDEZ
founder of Aetos Financial and FinancePH Seminars
Mark Joseph T. Fernandez, CPA, RFC, AFA, CWP, CEP is the founder of Aetos Financial and FinancePH Seminars which now has close to 200,000 followers in Facebook. He is part of an international association of financial consultants, he is a public speaker and entrepreneur. He regularly does talks on Stock Market Investing and Entrepreneurship.
He took BS-Accountancy in college and then recently took his Masters Degree at the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) and is expected to graduate in 2025. He was also recently awarded Outstanding Filipino Entrepreneur from the Golden Globes Annual Awards (2022) and Honorary Business Innovator and Executive of the Year (2023).
At the age of 22, he became one of the youngest MDRT members in the Philippines. Million Dollar Round Table Member (MDRT) is a prestigious association of the top 5% of financial advisors all over the world. In his 10th year as MDRT, he gained the Top of the Table status which makes him one of the top professionals in the international financial services industry.
He holds relevant certifications in his field of financial expertise. He is a Registered Financial Consultant under the International Association of Registered Financial Consultants. He is also an Accredited Financial Analyst with the American Academy of Financial Management. Lastly, he is a Certified Wealth and Estate Planner under the Wealth Management Center for Communications and Research.
Aside from his successful career in insurance and investment, Mr.
Fernandez is active in serving non-profit organizations. In 2020, he became the President of the Rotary Club of Makati North. Before that, he served as a board member and treasurer of the Life Underwriter’s Association of the Philippines for 5 years.
Mr. Fernandez has been invited regularly on TV and radio shows such as “On the Money” of ANC, Shoptalk of ANC, Net25 Channel, Radio Veritas, and on CNN Philippines. Mark also conducts seminars for private companies such as Globalink Inc., Ayala Malls VIPinoy, Family Summit at SMX Convention Center, and OFW Summit at the PICC.
He is happily married to Mrs. Mica Fernandez with 2 babies namely Sam and Marco