Azeem KhanCo Founder

United States - New York, New York

I am Azeem Khan, a serial entrepreneur and a leading figure in the cryptocurrency and decentralized finance space. Recognized as one of the "2023 Faces of Crypto Philanthropy," my work combines innovative philanthropy with cutting-edge crypto initiatives. I'm now the Cofounder and COO at Morph, a Layer2 scaling solution for Ethereum.

As the former Head of Impact at Gitcoin, a prominent Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO), I played a key role in distributing part of the $60 million in grants, contributing to a substantial global financial impact. My work in pioneering quadratic funding has influenced major organizations like UNICEF, the American Cancer Society, and Shell Oil, enhancing funding mechanisms in the realm of web3.

In my entrepreneurial journey, I have founded and nurtured various startups and continue to share my expertise as a consultant to UNICEF's Crypto Crypto Fund.

Additionally, my role in various prestigious forums like the World Economic Forum's Crypto Sustainability Coalition and the Future of Global Fintech research initiative allows me to mentor emerging talents in the blockchain space, particularly at Hypernest and The ConsenSys Fellowship.

My prior experiences include being a judge on Binance's metaverse reality TV show 'Build The Block' and contributing to thought leadership in publications like the Huffington Post, Entrepreneur, and Coindesk. My efforts at LDV Capital in NYC and collaborations with significant web3 entities like Coinbase, Zora, and Nouns DAO have been instrumental in advancing decentralized finance.

Educationally, I hold a B.S. in Biology and an M.S. in Medical Sciences from Boston University, where I also conducted research at Harvard Medical School's Church Lab. Recognized as one of Inc Magazine's '35 under 35', I am a testament to the fusion of academia and industry, striving to make a meaningful impact in the world of blockchain and beyond.