Barry Silbert is the founder and CEO of Digital Currency Group. He is a member of the investment committee at Luno Expeditions. He is a member of the board of directors of Ethereum Classic. A global enterprise that builds, buys and invests in blockchain and bitcoin companies around the world. DCG is the parent company of Grayscale Investments (the most prominent digital currency asset manager with ~$2 billion in AUM), Genesis Trading (the largest regulated cryptocurrency trading and lending firm) and CoinDesk (a leading media and event company in the field). A pioneer in bitcoin investing, he began buying bitcoin in 2012 and quickly established himself as one of the earliest and most active investors in the industry. Prior to leading DCG, he was the founder and CEO of SecondMarket, a venture-backed technology company that was acquired by Nasdaq. During his leadership career, he received numerous awards and recognitions, including Entrepreneur of the Year from Ernst & Young and Crain’s, and was selected to Fortune’s prestigious “40 Under 40” list. Before becoming an entrepreneur, he worked as an investment banker in New York City. He graduated with honors from Emory University’s Goizueta School of Business.

Professional Summary

Accomplished executive and entrepreneur with extensive experience in blockchain technology, digital currency investments, and financial services. Pioneer in blockchain investing since 2012, with a proven track record of building and scaling successful companies. Founded one of the world’s leading digital asset investment firms managing multiple subsidiaries and over 250 portfolio companies across 40+ countries.

Professional Experience

Founder & CEO March 2015 – Present
Digital Currency Group

• Built and scaled a global investment firm focused on blockchain and digital currency innovations, establishing it as one of the industry’s most prominent investors
• Oversee strategic direction and operations of multiple subsidiary companies including Grayscale Investments, Foundry, and Luno
• Led investments in over 250 early-stage companies across 40+ countries, creating one of the largest blockchain investment portfolios globally
• Manage direct investments in digital currencies and digital assets

Founder & Chairman September 2008 – October 2015 
SecondMarket, Inc.

• Founded and led a venture-backed technology company through successful acquisition by Nasdaq
• Developed innovative trading solutions for private company securities and restricted stock
• Scaled operations from startup to established financial technology company
• Transitioned from CEO to Chairman role in 2014 to focus on strategic initiatives

Chief Executive Officer January 2004 – September 2008 Restricted Stock Partners

• Led company operations and strategic direction
• Developed marketplace for restricted securities trading
• Built foundational relationships with key financial institutions

Associate August 1998 – January 2004 
Houlihan Lokey

• Executed financial advisory services for corporate clients
• Specialized in investment banking operations
• Developed expertise in financial analysis and corporate valuation

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance 1994 – 1998
Emory University – Goizueta Business School

• Graduated with honors

Investment Portfolio

1. Ripio
   • Deal Date: February 22, 2017
   • Deal Type: Early Stage VC
   • Industry: Financial Software
   • Stage: Generating Revenue
2. Electric Coin Co.
   • Deal Date: September 23, 2016
   • Industry: Other Financial Services
   • Stage: Generating Revenue
3. BitFlyer
   • Deal Date: August 12, 2015
   • Industry: Financial Software
   • Stage: Generating Revenue
4. Abra
   • Deal Date: July 7, 2015
   • Industry: Brokerage
   • Stage: Generating Revenue
5. Reveal
   • Deal Date: June 16, 2015
   • Industry: Social/Platform Software
   • Stage: Generating Revenue
6. Voyat
   • Deal Date: April 18, 2015
   • Industry: Business/Productivity Software
   • Stage: Startup
7. ShapeShift
   • Deal Date: March 10, 2015
   • Industry: Financial Software
   • Stage: Generating Revenue
8. Stacks
   • Deal Date: November 14, 2014
   • Industry: Software Development Applications
   • Stage: Generating Revenue
9. Melotic
   • Deal Date: October 10, 2014
   • Deal Type: Seed Round
   • Industry: Other Financial Services
   • Stage: Generating Revenue
10. Coinapult
    • Deal Date: October 1, 2014
    • Deal Type: Seed Round
    • Industry: Financial Software
    • Stage: Out of Business

Recognition

• Named Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young
• Named Entrepreneur of the Year by Crain’s
• Selected for Fortune’s “40 under 40” list

Skills

• Venture Capital Investment
• Blockchain Technology
• Corporate Development
• Strategic Planning
• Company Building
• Financial Services
• Investment Management

Contact Information

• Location: Stamford, Connecticut, United States

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