Biz Dev & Partnerships
Crypto-native business developer and ecosystem builder with 10 years in tech, 7 in crypto. Track record closing high-value deals with leading L1s, L2s, DeFi protocols and public enterprises. Deep understanding of blockchain infrastructure and DeFi. Forbes 30u30 Bulgaria 2021.
Salary
USD 139,997
LimeChain
Jun 2023 — Present
Leading an R&D team of 5 focused on blockchain infrastructure, block building, and DeFi. Leading communication and open-source contributions to Ethereum block building initiatives such as commit-boost, and prop AMM research on Solana. Oversaw establishment of LimeChain's Solana validator, acquiring over 100,000 SOL in delegated stake. Closed commercial deals with Ethereum Foundation, Solana Foundation, Arbitrum, Polygon, Polkadot, and others.
EnterDAO
Aug 2021 — Feb 2023
DAO building NFT-powered products for the Metaverse space. Led fundraising, closed a $1.8M seed round from Delphi Digital, 6th Man Ventures, 4RC, and angels. Built a metaverse land lending marketplace, a Web3 gaming client, and a yield-farming program with over $100M TVL. Led DAO governance powered by $ENTR token which peaked ~$400M FDV. Established and oversaw a grant program for metaverse builders.
LimeChain
Jun 2019 — Jun 2023
Secured high 7 figures in sales with L1s, L2s, DeFi protocols and crypto apps. Collaborated with marketing to position the company as an industry leader. Helped grow the company from 15 to 150 FTEs as an early BD hire.
Endeavor
Sept 2017 — Jun 2019
Responsible for portfolio support of growth-stage tech companies in Bulgaria, including capital raising, business development, and mentor onboarding. Scouted and selected new companies to join the Endeavor network.
Rockstart
Jan 2016 — Dec 2016
Scouted and analyzed startups for Web & Mobile and Smart Energy accelerator programs. Supported fundraising of the company's first VC fund. Organized pitching events and demo days.
Bachelor's Degree · Global Law
2013 – 2016