Henry Elder

Henry Elder is the Managing Director and Head of Decentralized Finance at Wave Digital Assets, a SEC-registered investment advisory firm.12 He specializes in decentralized finance (DeFi) and plays a key role in developing and managing crypto asset investment strategies for Wave's clients.1 Elder is involved in creating both bespoke investment portfolios for high net worth individuals and retail-oriented products focused on yield generation and exposure to various crypto assets.1 His expertise extends to innovative financial products, such as tokenizing real-world assets like whiskey barrels to create liquidity in traditionally illiquid investments.1

Professional Background

• Current Role: Managing Director and Head of Decentralized Finance at Wave Digital Assets
• Expertise: Decentralized finance, crypto asset management, yield generation strategies
• Responsibilities: Developing investment products, managing client portfolios, and exploring innovative financial solutions in the crypto space

Notable Achievements

• Contributed to the development of Wave's Bitcoin Income and Growth Fund, which generates yield on Bitcoin using a covered call strategy1
• Involved in creating index funds for broad-based crypto asset exposure1
• Pioneered the tokenization of real-world assets, such as whiskey barrels, to provide liquidity for illiquid investments1

Henry Elder's work at Wave Digital Assets demonstrates his deep understanding of both traditional finance and the emerging world of decentralized finance, positioning him as a key figure in bridging these two domains.