Blake Burris

Blake Burris is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in technology, entrepreneurship, and community building.

With a strong focus on emerging technologies, Blake has a particular interest in Bitcoin and its potential to revolutionize the financial landscape globally.

Throughout his career, he has been involved in organizing new markets, mobilizing communities, and advocating for financial sovereignty through Bitcoin.

Blake's expertise spans across various industries including Mac, iOS, Facebook platform, cloud computing, cleanweb, smart mobility, and urban tech.

He has a track record of creating national and international customer and developer communities to harness the latest technological advancements.

As a pioneer in the tech industry, he was the first recipient of Facebook's fbFund, co-founder at iPhoneDevCamp, and a leader in cloud computing at Joyent.

Additionally, Blake co-authored 'The Smartup Manifesto' that emphasized the potential of big data, sensors, cleanweb, and urban tech.

A passionate advocate and thought leader, Blake has spoken at numerous international events on topics ranging from Bitcoin to personal sovereignty and urban tech.

Blake Burris holds a Bachelor's degree in Global Studies from The University of Alabama.

He has held key positions in various organizations including Chief Executive Officer at Flux Iot, Growth at Bullanetwork, and Principal at Merkle Mountain.

His past roles also include Advisor at Autonebula, Chief Hacktivist, and Vice President of Developer Relations at Vinli Inc, and Founder and CEO of The Cleanweb Initiative.

Blake's experience extends to founding and leading companies like Cohabitat, Dynamo Labs, and serving as Director of Evangelism at Joyent and Nokia Kam at Satama Interactive Oyj.