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E. Ellington
Frontier & Disruptive Technologies - VC+PE+Institutional Investing - Capital Markets - Founder - Advisor - Board Member - Trustee - Governance - Law - Public Policy+Service
E. David Ellington is a prominent entrepreneur, investor, and advisor with extensive experience in technology, finance, and blockchain.1 He is the Founder and Executive Chairman of Silicon Valley Blockchain Society, Inc. (SVBS), a global, invite-only network of investors focused on blockchain technology.13
Professional Background
Ellington's career spans various sectors:
- Legal Career: He began as an Entertainment Lawyer in Los Angeles, California.1
- Technology: Founded 'NetNoir', an early community-driven internet portal that predated modern social networks.1
- Investment: Currently serves as Founding Managing Partner at Emory Capital Group (ECG), a family investment vehicle.12
- Blockchain: General Partner in RevolutionDAO (RVLD), a private investment fund and hybrid distributed autonomous organization.1
Advisory Roles
Ellington holds several advisory positions:
- Senior Advisor at SpaceFund (VC-US)1
- Scientific and Industry Advisory Board Member at LUMO Labs, Europe's largest private AI venture capital firm1
Public Service
His public service includes:
- Trustee and Commissioner on the San Francisco Employees' Retirement System (SFERS) Board, managing a $20 billion portfolio1
- Commissioner & President of the Telecommunications Commission for San Francisco1
- Member of the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Advisory Committee on Online Access and Security1
International Experience
Ellington has extensive global experience, having circled the globe ten times, with his longest tour lasting 20 months.1 He has worked in various international locations, including Tokyo, Singapore, Bangkok, London, Dubai, Paris, and India.1
Non-Profit Involvement
He has been active in numerous non-profit organizations:
- Technology Advisory Board member for the US Conference of Mayors & the US National League of Cities1
- Charter Member of TiE-Silicon Valley1
- Member of Business Executives for National Security (BENS)1
- Board of Governors for the Commonwealth Club of California1
- Board of Directors for the San Francisco Jazz Organization (SFJAZZ)1
E. David Ellington's diverse background in law, technology, finance, and blockchain, combined with his extensive public service and international experience, positions him as a notable figure in the blockchain and investment communities.
