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Key Takeaways In an era of constant change, leadership is no longer about maintaining stability but about creating momentum.
Leaders navigating disruption should understand that narratives shape reality, transparency builds confidence and leadership is a team sport.
It’s also important to understand that purpose powers innovation and resilience creates opportunity.
Periods of disruption define the leaders who last. Whether in technology, finance or new frontiers like crypto, real leadership is about turning uncertainty into progress.
I have built a career by making things happen. From advising political leaders to helping build high-growth companies, I have seen how execution and communication drive results. At Blockchain.com, I lead one of the most established names in digital assets, helping to transform it from a fast-moving startup into a mature global business.
When I joined the company, I came from a background in politics, communications and corporate affairs. Over time, I expanded that foundation into broader leadership, first as Chief Business Officer, then as President and now as Co-CEO. My experience in policy and corporate strategy has proven especially valuable as the regulatory environment for crypto becomes more constructive.
Today, digital assets are finally being recognized by policymakers and institutions as a legitimate part of the global financial system. Navigating that shift requires trust, discipline and clear execution.
Between late 2021 and mid-2024, Blockchain.com operated through one of the longest and toughest downturns the industry has ever experienced. During that period, I helped raise capital, keep our teams aligned and focus our energy on what mattered most. Many of our peers and competitors disappeared. We stayed the course. We built through the cycle and came out stronger.
Here are five lessons that have guided me through disruption and continue to shape how I lead.
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