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Jill Gunter
Chief Strategy Officer at Espresso Systems
Jill Gunter is the Chief Strategy Officer and co-founder of Espresso Systems, a company focused on enhancing interoperability and decentralization within blockchain rollups. Her work at Espresso involves developing infrastructure and tools for improved on-chain experiences, particularly in the context of privacy and scalability solutions for Web3 technologies.124
Before her role at Espresso Systems, Gunter was involved in various capacities in the cryptocurrency and fintech sectors. She served as a principal and venture partner at Slow Ventures, where she managed crypto investments, and co-founded the Open Money Initiative, which conducts research on financial systems in regions facing economic challenges like hyperinflation and capital controls. Additionally, she has experience as an independent consultant, advising startups on various strategic aspects, including fundraising and product-market fit.123
Gunter's academic background includes an undergraduate degree from Harvard University, where she earned an A.B. in Classics, and a Master of Science in Global Governance and Diplomacy from the University of Oxford. She also holds certifications from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) in Series 63 and Series 7.13
Her early career included a position as a fixed income trader at Goldman Sachs, which provided her with a strong foundation in finance before transitioning into the cryptocurrency space.24 Gunter is recognized for her contributions to the industry, having spoken at numerous leading events related to finance, policy, and technology.1
