Michael H. Conn is a well-accomplished strategist, investment management executive, and blockchain expert with extensive experience in the traditional and alternative asset classes, start-ups, STO's/IEO's/ICO’s, M&A, corporate development and strategy, and fundraising. He has a demonstrated ability to identify emerging trends and execute the vision to build and rationalize investment businesses across various asset classes and geographical markets. Michael is MBA trained in finance, strategy, and entrepreneurship from the prestigious University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business and has also studied at ESSEC Business School and Brandeis University, holding a dual BA in economics, and French Language & Literature with fluent French language skills. He has served in top leadership positions, including CEO and Co-Chief Investment Officer at Zilliqa Capital, Founding Member at Institute for Blockchain Innovation, Chief Strategy Officer at AXEL, and Managing Director at well-known firms like AllianceBernstein Alternative Investment Management, Trust Company of the West, and Societe Generale, and has been associated with many blockchain companies as an advisor, board member, and strategist. Michael's core competencies include investment management, M&A, blockchain, start-up advisory, retail alternatives, distribution, analysis, deal sourcing, financial modeling, due diligence, and strategic planning.