Association for Women in Cryptocurrency

We're excited to announce that our Chief Strategy Officer Michelle O'Connor will be participating in the European Blockchain Convention in Barcelona!

We are incredibly excited to see our own Chebet Kipingor, Regional Ambassador for Kenya and Social Media and Community Manager for Busha, speak at Africa's largest ETH event—ETHSafari! The agenda is full of great panels and activities, and this event will surely be packed! Will you be there? Let us know in the comments! 😀 #womenincrypto #unmanelyourpanel #joinus

It was an absolutely amazing week at Blockchain Futurist Conference in Toronto! Our breakfast with ETH Women, Fem T3ch (Formerly Crypto Babes), Crypto.Chicks, Untraceable Events, Women in Blockchain Canada, and Canada Crypto Week! Our facilitated networking brought out so many amazing connections and discussions. Huge thank you to everyone that came! It was also great to see our male allies who took the pledge, Rodney MacInnes CAMS, CBP, CEP, CRC, 🔌Stephen Sargeant, and many more. HUGE thank you to the incredible Tracy Leparulo who not only put on an incredible event, but also joined our conference pledge to have more than 30% women speakers and/or no manels! Leaders like her make the world better and our job easier. Congrats on such a successful event! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 And finally a huge thanks to the Untraceable Team for all your hard work- it was an amazing two days and it showed! See you next year! 🔥💜🚀

In today's rapidly evolving financial landscape, "Web3 in Financial Services" by Rita Martins is an essential guide for professionals seeking to harness the potential of #Web3 technologies. This book demystifies Web3's impact on #finance by exploring key use cases and business opportunities, while addressing challenges such as custody, stablecoins, CBDCs, and asset tokenization. With real-life examples from industry leaders like Fidelity Digital Assets and J.P. Morgan ONYX, it provides invaluable insights into how organizations are adopting these innovations. Order your copy from the link below and discover what's at stake for banks, investors, and regulators, and what changes are needed for mainstream adoption of Web3 👇 https://lnkd.in/gGCmzEiA We'd love to hear what books you are reading about digital currencies and the world of Web3. Let us know your favorites in the comments 📖 #WomeninCrypto #Blockchain #DigitalAssets #Crypto #Fintech

🌟 Meet Rita Martins a leader in the worlds of #Web3 and fintech! 🚀 Starting her career as the Global Head of FinTech Partnerships at HSBC, Rita has played a key role in integrating new technologies into the financial world, driving innovation across the industry. Rita is a dedicated advisor to several startups in #DeFi and blockchain, using her expertise to help them foster growth and drive innovation. Her previous work at Accenture and Ernst & Young strengthened her reputation as a digital transformation leader, guiding clients through complex challenges and achieve their goals. She’s also the author of "Web3 in Financial Services," a must-read book that dives into how #blockchain and #digitalassets are reshaping traditional finance, offering practical insights and real-world examples. Order your copy from the link 👇 https://lnkd.in/gGCmzEiA As a sought-after speaker and thought leader, Rita shares her insight on the future of #finance and the impact of new technologies across various platforms, encouraging others to explore the possibilities of Web3. Join her on this exciting journey into the world of finance, where she’s leading the charge toward a more decentralized and innovative future! 💡💰 #WomeninCrypto #WomeninWeb3 #Leaders #Fintech

"Reimagining Payments: The Business Case for Digital Currencies" by Michelle Ann Gitlitz delves into the rapidly evolving world of digital payments, highlighting the shift from traditional cash transactions to #DigitalCurrencies like Bitcoin and mobile wallets. The book provides strategic insights and practical advice for businesses navigating this $2 trillion industry, addressing both the challenges and opportunities that digital currencies present for businesses and consumers alike Gitlitz, a prominent cryptocurrency attorney and advisor, combines her expertise with case studies to debunk misconceptions and illuminate the commercial significance of digital payments, making her work an essential read for those interested in the #FutureofFinance. We'd love to hear what books you are reading about digital currencies and the #cryptosphere? Let us know your favorites in the comments👇 #ReimaginingPayments #FintechRevolution #WomenInCrypto #Blockchain

🌟Michelle Gitlitz: A Visionary in Blockchain and Diversity🌟 Michelle Ann Gitlitz is a true trailblazer in the dynamic world of blockchain and digital payments, leveraging her extensive experience as a leading legal expert to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and advance the adoption of digital technologies. Her commitment to inclusivity shines through her leadership role at Diversity in Blockchain, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering underrepresented voices in the tech space. In her groundbreaking book, "Reimagining Payments," Gitlitz explores the future of #digitalcurrencies, offering invaluable insights that challenge conventional thinking and inspire new possibilities. Her expertise and advocacy are not just shaping the regulatory landscape but are also paving the way for a more diverse and equitable tech ecosystem. With her passion and vision, Michelle Gitlitz is inspiring the next generation of innovators to embrace diversity and drive meaningful change. 🚀✨ What woman is inspiring you? Who is on your "Trailblazer List"? And what books should we be reading in addition to "Reimagining Payments"? 😄 #WomenInCrypto #BlockchainLeader #DigitalFinance #CryptoAdvocate #DiversityInTech

We could not survive without our incredible sponsors who are leaders in inclusion and equality. Thanks to the support of Lockton, and the incredible Sarah Katz Downey, we’re able to do mentoring programs, sponsorship circles, #unmanelyourpanel, our inclusion survey, and that’s on top of holding more than 50 events in 12 countries last year! Lockton’s support of us, Sarah, and promoting gender equality, is what we need to move the needle on inclusion in every industry, but especially crypto. Huge thanks to Sarah, Ben Slagis, RPLU, Henri Gomez, and the entire Locktok LEAP team for being dream partners and for their dedication to female empowerment in the digital asset industry! We truly could not do this without you! 🙏🏻🚀

Our Regional Ambassadors are the foundation of our success. They represent the best of our industry, not just in their professional paths and achievements, but MOST importantly in their warmth and support of other women and our advocacy goals. We are so grateful to each of them as they are what ensures the Association becomes a movement. They are the key to achieving our goal to do a professional association differently, especially in crypto. No mean girls. Not one woman featured, many. Not women doing all the work as volunteers, but an Association doing most of the work so that the members can focus on shining and climbing. Not just for senior women, but welcoming to all around the world who believe in the mission and know that learning and mentoring can happen at any point in one’s career, from people at all of life’s stages. Welcoming to all who support our mission. Finding women like Chebet Kipingor, Sheila Waswa, 🔮Adilah Holivay, Delphine F., Elena Gonta, Isabella Chase, Elise Soucie, and so, so many more, who will help us build around the world, is a gift beyond measure. Thank you to all of you and we are so excited to have your support on this journey! #womenincrypto #togetherwecan #joinus www.womenincrypto.org

While serving as the Chair of our Board of Directors, we have benefitted from Michelle O'Connor's deep knowledge and historical experience in this industry. To have the combination of strategic vision and thought leadership, alongside an unparalleled understanding of brands, marketing, and communications, has made her our "not-so-secret weapon" for growing to nearly 600 members in 26 countries in less than two years. We are beyond excited and proud to see Taxbit expanding her role, as they continue to conquer the world of crypto RegTech and grow even more! 🚀