The Global Blockchain Show is pleased to announce Pierre Samaties, Chief Business Officer at DFINITY, as one of its esteemed and experienced guest speakers. On December 12 and 13, 2024, Pierre Samaties will join over 3,000 Web3 Founders and developers, more than 100 speakers, and over 100 investors for a two-day festival at the Grand Hyatt Exhibition Centre in Dubai.
Attendees at the blockchain event will have the chance to connect with key figures from the Web3 and crypto sectors. The Ultimate Blockchain Season Finale has been organized by Web3 and the AI consultancy firm VAP Group.
Vishal Parmar, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of VAP Group, says, “The Global Blockchain Show is more than just a one-time event. It is designed to be the ultimate blockchain mixer where attendees will go on a continuous journey through the dynamic world of blockchain technology and unwind with the ‘who’s who’ of the industry.”
Pierre serves as the Chief Business Officer of DFINITY, the largest research and development organization in Web3 and a prominent contributor to the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP). Pierre is responsible for the strategy, products, and ventures of DFINITY, as well as business-related activities.
Pierre was a Partner at Roland Berger, an international strategy consulting firm, where he founded and led the firm’s global Digital Asset and Web3 practice. In this capacity, he provided guidance to governments, enterprises, and digital asset and Web3 companies on strategy formulation, organizational improvements, venture building, and investments in the field. Prior to joining DFINITY, he was a Partner at Roland Berger.
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Pierre is additionally involved in global think tanks, including The Green Block and the Crypto Impact and Sustainability Accelerator of the World Economic Forum. He consistently publishes thought leadership articles on a wide range of subjects, such as the intersection of AI and digital assets, the tokenization of real-world assets, specialized Web3 due diligence frameworks, and the first-ever Bitcoin Mining Risk Management Framework.
In addition, Pierre is a board advisor at Wisdomise, a UAE/Swiss venture that applies artificial intelligence (AI) and digital assets to democratize wealth management.
Pierre previously served in many different kinds of executive positions, including Managing Partner & CEO of RWE Consulting and Venture Investments in the Middle East, a division of the European energy behemoth RWE, prior to joining Roland Berger. In addition to his extensive experience in the power sector, he has held multiple executive positions and board positions in AI and crypto businesses located in the United Kingdom.
Pierre has a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology and an MBA in General Management. He has also obtained executive credentials from internationally recognized institutions, including MIT Sloan, Wharton, London Business School (LBS), and INSEAD, where he has focused on AI, Machine Learning, Digital Assets, and Digital Transformation.
About VAP Group
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VAP Group, established in 2013, is a leading force in Web3 and AI solutions, offering services in PR, advertising, recruitment, content development, events, and media management. Led by CEO Vishal Parmar, VAP Group continues to drive innovation through strategic PR and influencer marketing, bounty campaigns, and global conferences. Their flagship events, the Global Blockchain Show and Global AI Show, showcase the brightest minds in these transformative fields. Known for its creativity and forward-thinking approach, VAP Group remains at the forefront of blockchain and AI consultancy.
