Murat Armbruster

Murat Armbruster is a seasoned professional with a vast background in blockchain, crypto assets, capital placement, and business strategy.

Currently a General Partner at Hyla Fund Management, Murat specializes in managing an ecosystem of blockchain and crypto assets fund of funds, offering exposure to early-stage ventures without traditional VC lock-up periods.

With more than six years in this role, Murat utilizes his Series 7 and 63 credentials to facilitate capital placement, leveraging a broad global network and fostering relationships with fellow financiers.

Moreover, as the founder and Managing Member of Platform Capital, a boutique investment firm, he focuses on capital placement and M&A activities through Finalis Securities, the firm's broker-dealer arm.

In addition to capital markets, Platform Capital provides business strategy and management consulting to startups and funds in the blockchain/crypto and climate technologies sectors.

Murat Armbruster's extensive background spans over two decades in technology, innovation, and sustainability, and he is enthusiastic about disrupting industries for positive change.

Murat's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts degree in History, Asian Studies, and Creative Writing from the University of Michigan, further supplemented by studies in a Chinese Language Program at Yale University and attendance at the Hopkins School.

Throughout his career, Murat Armbruster held various leadership roles and advisory positions in organizations like Hyla Fund Management, Platform Capital, Dr. Hops Kombucha Beer, Alta Motors, Carbon War Room, and more, showcasing his diverse expertise and network across different sectors.