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Christopher Fernandez
Chief Executive Officer
Christopher Fernandez is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Block Gemini, a leading technology company in the Middle East specializing in blockchain, IoT, AI, and decentralized applications.12
Background and Early Career
Born in Dubai and raised in Toronto, Canada, Fernandez's journey in IT began at a young age. His father's work as a computer administrator for the Canadian government exposed him to Unix and programming languages, allowing him to experiment with advanced tools like HP Irix and Dbase as a child.2
Fernandez started his first online business at the age of 15, receiving seed funding from a networking pioneer.2 This early success laid the foundation for his entrepreneurial career, leading him to found and self-fund several businesses in the digital media and technology space.2
Education and Expertise
Fernandez studied Computer Science at Humber College.2 With over 25 years of experience in digital media and technology, he has been actively involved in blockchain development since its early stages.1
Block Gemini
In late 2016, Fernandez launched Block Gemini, focusing on blockchain-based enterprise solutions for large-scale industries.1 The company has grown rapidly, expanding from two people to over 50 full-time staff in Dubai within eight months.1
As CEO, Fernandez takes an active role in guiding innovation and strategy within Block Gemini. He has established partnerships with several multi-billion-dollar global enterprises to support their digital transformation efforts.3 His expertise in network engineering also helps him find and nurture technologists within the company.3
Vision and Impact
Fernandez aims to lead the blockchain revolution in the Middle East, aligning with the Dubai Government's blockchain vision.1 Block Gemini has become a significant player in providing enterprise-ready solutions for blockchain, ICOs, IoT, AI, and decentralized applications in the region.1
