Ola Kohut

Figuring out Decentralized Future at Epicenter.tv, Research Associate at Status.im, Strategy & Policy Research.

I'm a research, strategy and growth professional with a background in public policy & international relations. I'm interested in open source technology, technology for social impact, ICT4D and critical theory of technology, as well as the concept of decentralization within Web 3.0 space. I'm a big picture thinker experienced in driving strategic partnerships.

I currently work at Epicenter, a leading podcast on blockchain and decentralization technologies, and I'm a contributor to LeapDAO, a decentralized adaptive organization delivering layer2 Ethereum scalability as global public utility.

Previously I was part of the New Markets Team at SoundCloud, researching and evaluating strategic opportunities for the company's growth in emerging markets. Before that I managed strategic partnerships & operations at frestyl inc from Deutsche Telekom's hubraum incubator, helped early startups figure out product-market fit at Startupbootcamp Berlin, and worked at Google as an Online Media Associate.

I've been an active supporter and mentor at local and international tech for good projects and organizations - including Gaza Sky Geeks, Rails Girls Berlin, Berlin Geekettes, and Let's Integrate - a social enterprise platform connecting refugees and locals in Germany.