About Changeblock

Billy, an Oxford graduate in computational and molecular biochemistry, is a successful tech executive specializing in blockchain and digital products. As a three-time founder, with a successful exit under his belt, his technical, commercial and scientific vision leads Changeblock. Billy's expertise spans AI, legal technology, genetic diagnostics, and business consulting, he was 2020 winner of Oxford University's All Innovate Competition. He is a strong advocate for climate finance and sustainable innovation. His commendations include First Class Honours, Full Academic Scholarship, Titley Scholarship for Biochemistry, and Moritz-Heyman Scholarship, all issued by the University of Oxford.

Founding father of the Carbon Markets, Manager at the EPA, founder of AER.X (first emissions trading firm), head of Environmental Compliance and Policy at Enron, Director and Partner at Evolution Markets. Additionally initiated four green NGOs and furthered natural gas usage and climate change understanding worldwide, as-well as advised The US EPA, US AID, European Union, United Nations, World Bank, Russian government, Ukraine government, Canadian government, Russian power monopoly RAO UES, Gazprom, trade associations, and many firms on energy and environmental trading and sustainability.

Jason is an experienced entrepreneur and data science leader specializing in SaaS innovation. He holds an MBA and a Master's in Engineering from Arizona State University. As a previous founder and startup CEO Jason has a background in scaling operations, product management, and business development.

The versatile Chief of Staff at Changeblock. In her pivotal role, she provides unwavering support to the CEO and Executive Committee across various critical functions. Louisa expertly manages meetings, travel arrangements, and email communications while ensuring smooth data flow through the company's information management system. Her financial acumen shines as she oversees new investments, guiding the company toward sound decisions.

Emma is a passionate Environmental Analyst working with the buy side to grow their business, including analysis on ESG exposure. Emma is a First-Class Geography graduate, who at Changeblock focuses on client engagement, environmental project management and upholds robust sustainability market analysis.

Anna Brown is a dedicated Environmental Analyst with a strong background in the sustainability sector. Previous work producing sustainability reports for investor proxy voting, utilizing integrated ESG and Climate Change guideline grading systems. She is a First-Class Geography graduate with her academic and business capabilities evident in her co-authorship of a published academic research article.

Kenton is a seasoned financial services industry professional with more than 25 years of experience, including Head of Operations and then Head of New Business EMEA at Credit Suisse, Hermes Investment Management, and SS&C. As Director and COO of Komainu , he set up the first ever Jersey Financial Services Commission regulated blockchain asset custodian. Kenton is an expert in strategic change management, product development, and market entry.

Peter Whitby is a versatile software engineer, well-versed in a multitude of programming languages, including Solidity, Python, Java, JavaScript, and C#. With a strong command of both Linux and Windows environments, he brings a wealth of technical expertise to the table. Peter's academic journey led him to graduate from The University of Manchester in 2020 with a degree in Biomedical Science, but his true passion lies in blockchain development.

Dmytro Lokshyn is a seasoned entrepreneur with nearly seven years of invaluable experience across various startup roles. With a successful exit under his belt, Dmytro's entrepreneurial acumen is undeniable. He is a proud alumnus of Bocconi University, where he honed his skills and knowledge. His unwavering passion for creating a positive impact on climate change.

John Kanakis is a serial entrepreneur turned venture capitalist, boasting nearly two decades of private and public company expertise. His primary areas of focus include business development, M&A, corporate structuring, and fundraising. Impressively, he has secured nearly $200 million in funding across multiple ventures, resulting in a combined portfolio valuation that neared the $1 billion mark in 2021. As a co-founder of eight thriving companies spanning diverse sectors, including biotech, agritech, clean tech, oil & gas, resources, merchant banking, media, and technology.

Eugene Kogan is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in international trade, manufacturing, finance, and the arts. A legal professional by education, he's built and led successful enterprises across diverse industries. After starting his career supplying major North American retailers, Eugene co-founded a European microcredit company, later transforming it into a leading online fintech player with a strong international business development background.

Oluwole Fagbohun is a distinguished machine learning and natural language processing (NLP) engineer. With a stellar academic record, he graduated with distinction from the University of Greenwich. Oluwole's expertise in the field of NLP is not only evident in his professional endeavors but also in his passion for sharing knowledge. He has authored a book on NLP, further solidifying his commitment to advancing the field and sharing insights with others.

Maxwell is a forward-thinking business development professional committed to driving company growth. A UCL graduate and former Google DeepMinder, Maxwell brings a technical background to identifying opportunities for expansion, finding new partnerships and managing client relations.

Beth is a seasoned C-Level Brand, Marketing, and Digital Strategy Expert with over 25 years experience in both B2C and B2B markets. An expert leader known for her passion, innovation, and performance-driven approach, Beth is a thought leader with a proven track record in driving positive transformational change and sales growth. Her successful track record includes building brands and delivering sales growth for SME and LE businesses globally. With a wealth of marketing knowledge across various verticals, including renowned brands.