Association for Women in Cryptocurrency

Meet Christine A. Christine Abou Assali is a senior lawyer and Partner at R.A.G Legal Consultancy in Abu Dhabi, UAE. With dual qualifications in civil and common law, she brings extensive experience from top international law firms and financial institutions in London and the UAE, advising on UAE mainland and financial free zones’ matters. ? ??? Career Highlights: ? Diverse Legal Expertise: Christine has over 13 years of experience across private practice and in-house roles, including at White & Case, Ashurst, Credit Agricole, and Goldman Sachs. She has advised on legal and regulatory matters in corporate, commercial, structured finance, derivatives, fintech, funds and digital assets.?Christine's extensive expertise across a wide range of practice areas empowers her to approach matters with both a wide-angle perspective and sharp focus as necessary. ? Regulatory and Tech Experience: Beyond her transactional expertise, Christine gained invaluable experience at bank structuring desks, assisting clients with launching new financial products and implementing regulatory change projects. Her deep understanding of regulatory priorities and client challenges enables her to demystify legal and regulatory challenges for technical teams, effectively bridging the gap between innovation and compliance. ? Agile and Personalised Solutions: At R.A.G Legal, Christine advises and negotiates on behalf of high-net-worth individuals, start-ups, government entities and multinationals on corporate law, funds, finance, AI solutions and digital assets with the same level of legal excellence as international firms delivered in a more agile and personalised manner. ? Recognized Talent: Described as "one of the most talented lawyers" who is “committed, intellectually capable, and outcome-focused,” Christine's reputation is a testament to her skills and dedication. ? ?? Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE ? As a member of the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency, Christine continues to contribute her knowledge and insights to support the industry and help clients navigate the complex regulatory landscape of emerging financial technologies. Will you join us? Click here: https://lnkd.in/e5vg2Uep

? Women in Crypto: Exploring RWA in Digital Finance ? Join us on November 21st for an inspiring evening at Ripple’s London office! Hosted by Women in Crypto, this event brings together professionals passionate about the future of finance and the transformative potential of Web3. Register here: https://lnkd.in/d49Y8DGX ?? What to Expect: ?? A panel discussion on RWA in digital finance featuring industry experts with diverse perspectives. ?? Networking opportunities with like-minded professionals across the crypto and fintech landscape. ?? Refreshments and an engaging Q&A session to dive deeper into the conversation. Whether you're a seasoned pro in digital assets or just curious about this exciting space, this event is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and grow. ?? Event Details: ?? Date: November 21st, 2024 ? Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ?? Location: Ripple Office, London Let’s explore how RWA are reshaping the future of finance together. Don't miss it! ?? #WomenInCrypto #DigitalFinance #RWA #Networking #Web3 #Fintech #LondonEvents

Meet our members: Samantha Pelosi, JD Samantha Pelosi, a seasoned legal, compliance, and public policy strategist, leads Unconventional Consulting, LLC as its Founder & General Counsel. In senior roles at the U.S. Treasury Department, the Federal Reserve Board, and fintech companies, Samantha has transformed financial services by implementing the Patriot and Dodd-Frank Acts, building effective compliance programs for financial institutions, and championing early adoption of emerging technologies such as blockchain and AI. ?? Career Highlights: ?Fintech Innovation & Strategy: Samantha has a wealth of experience in blockchain, AI, digital identity, and payments systems. She thrives in building solutions around disruptive technologies and enhancing consumer and financial crime compliance strategies. ?Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Samantha provides guidance to banks and fintech companies navigating AML/OFAC requirements, risk management, and complex compliance landscapes. She is well-versed in fraud prevention, cybersecurity, and sanctions regulation. ?Public Policy & International Affairs: Her experience extends to shaping policies that impact both private and public sectors, with a focus on international regulation, standards, and business strategies. ?Dynamic Leadership & Public Speaking: As an advocate for women in fintech and a frequent speaker at industry events, Samantha drives conversations on regulatory trends and financial crime prevention. Her passion for generating new ideas and fostering collaboration shines through her public engagement. ?? Location: Washington DC As a member and regional ambassador of the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency, she continues to contribute her knowledge and insights to support the industry. ??? Will you join us? Click here: https://lnkd.in/e5vg2Uep

Meet our members:?Tamara Jacobs Tamara J. is an experienced Blockchain Data Analyst, with 3.5 years at Chainalysis, where she played a crucial role in delivering advanced insights into blockchain activity and building the dataset behind Reactor, the industry’s most trusted analysis tool.? Her expertise has driven high-impact results in blockchain intelligence and compliance. ?? Career Highlights: ?Blockchain Data Intelligence:?With?3.5 years?at Chainalysis, Tamara has developed a reputation for?high-accuracy clustering?and?mapping real-world entities?to their cryptocurrency transactions, building transparency and trust in the blockchain ecosystem. ?Sanctions & High-Risk Investigations:?Tamara leads investigations into large-scale cryptocurrency money laundering operations, focusing on illicit activities and sanctions-related risks. Her work has direct impacts on public policy and helps shape compliance frameworks in both the public and private sectors. ?Advanced Obfuscation & Laundering Networks:?Leveraging her expertise, she provides high-value insights on obfuscation techniques and complex laundering networks, contributing to law enforcement and regulatory initiatives. ?Closing the gap: Tamara is passionate about improving the gender gap in crypto, subject she wrote her university thesis on. As a dedicated investigator and advocate, Tamara’s career reflects a commitment to making the crypto industry more inclusive ?? Location: London, England, United Kingdom As a member of the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency, she continues to contribute her knowledge and insights to support the industry. ??? Will you join us? Click here: https://lnkd.in/e5vg2Uep

Meet our members: Alison McMurtrie Alison is a strategic powerhouse with a rich background in scaling businesses and driving growth. Based in Longford, Ireland, Alison is the Founder of iDunn Consulting, a management consulting firm dedicated to helping small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and startups achieve success across various sectors. Recognised as one of the top 15 women of FinTech Ireland, Alison supports innovative new ideas that get traction in the local and international market. As investor and entrepreneur, Alison has a rich operational foresight and delivers the results. ?? Career Highlights: ?Serial deeptech (AI & Blockchain) entrepreneur, with 2 VC invested startups under her belt. Both in highly regulated spaces, InsurTech and FinTech. Passionate and diver for change for minorities in entrepreneurism and their access to funding ?Academic & Professional Growth: Currently pursuing an MBA from Warwick Business School, Alison is focused on corporate finance, strategy, and project management, aiming for future executive or non-executive board positions. She then pursued a real passion of Sustainability in Business at The Institute of Sustainability, Cambridge University. ?? Location:?Ireland As a member of the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency, she continues to contribute her knowledge and insights to support the industry. ??? Will you join us? Click here: https://lnkd.in/e5vg2Uep

Join us for the members-only AWIC's Monthly Roundtable: Innovation and Stablecoin Strategies on November 14, 2024, at 7:00 PM East. This exclusive virtual session, led by?Anne Walton, Senior Director at J.S. Held, and special guest Flavia Naves, Commissioner of the Wyoming Stable Token Commission, will explore Wyoming's innovative approach to stablecoin regulation and the future of state-backed digital assets. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eef48E5c Connect with industry leaders to explore how businesses, startups, and governments shape the stablecoin landscape. Don’t miss this chance to gain insights and network within the digital asset community. #Stablecoins #DigitalAssets #AWIC

Attend American Conference Institute 3rd Forum on Digital Assets: Compliance, Enforcement & Regulatory Oversight, taking place this November 18 – 19, 2024, in New York! Conference tickets here: https://bit.ly/4dXbNsF This event is designed to bring together industry leaders, legal experts, and regulatory authorities to provide you with the most up-to-date insights and strategies – especially post-election and heading into 2025. Register today and save 10% with promo code D10-999-AWIC25 #DigitalAssets #ACIConferences

Meet our members: Tiana Whitehouse, J.D. ? Tiana Whitehouse is a Board Advisor and consultant providing strategic governance, risk, regulatory policy and compliance expertise to a global client base of financial services and technology businesses.?She is currently the Board Chair and Director of Policy and Regulatory Affairs at Trrue, a blockchain RegTech solution for the ESG/impact investment lifecycle. ? With a career foundation in international law, Big Four risk management advisory, and experience as a former Financial Markets Regulator in New Zealand, Tiana has developed a forward-thinking approach to compliance and RegTech solutions in the FinTech space. ?? Career Highlights: ? ?Cross-Border Compliance & Risk Management:?Tiana’s global background and executive level experience with start-ups and scale-ups allows her to anticipate regulatory shifts and advise FinTech and RegTech businesses on geo-expansion strategies, licensing projects, and cross-border compliance.? ? ?Leadership & Industry Engagement:?In addition to her Board position at Trrue, Tiana serves as an AWIC Regional Ambassador and participates in multiple blockchain policy working groups and think tanks, where she actively contributes to policy discussions, co-authors working papers, and speaks at industry conferences. ? ?Policy Development & Innovation:?Tiana leverages her regulatory policy experience to ensure Trrue’s effective participation in regulatory sandboxes such as the highly competitive European Blockchain Regulatory Sandbox sponsored by the European Commission and the GFIN Greenwashing Tech Sprint, which was hosted by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and comprised of fifteen financial markets regulators from around the globe. ? ? ?? Location: Berlin, Germany ? As a Germany Regional Ambassador for the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency, she continues to contribute her knowledge and insights to support the industry. ??? Will you join us? Click here: https://lnkd.in/e5vg2Uep

Meet our members: Mirey S. At BLK Partners, Mirey is a distinguished legal professional with over a decade of expertise in fintech, AI, virtual assets, and corporate and commercial law. Based in Dubai's dynamic business hub, she brings invaluable experience across the GCC region, delivering strategic counsel and innovative legal solutions to leading market players and emerging technology ventures. ?? Career Highlights: ?Fintech & AI Innovation at BLK: Mirey excels in navigating complex legal and regulatory landscapes for fintech, AI startups, and virtual assets in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. She provides crucial guidance on disruptive technologies and expanding market opportunities, supporting both established institutions and innovative startups in their growth journey. Her deep understanding of digital innovation enables BLK's clients to confidently navigate GCC markets while maintaining regulatory compliance. She has established a notable track record in cross-border litigation involving cryptocurrency-related white collar crimes, successfully representing clients in complex regulatory enforcement and fraud prevention cases. ?Leadership & Strategic Counsel: Mirey provides invaluable insights and strategic guidance to senior executives and startup founders, enhancing their decision-making capabilities and risk management strategies. Her unique blend of legal expertise and business acumen makes her a trusted advisor for organizations navigating complex commercial landscapes across the GCC region, particularly in the technology and innovation sectors. ?Cross-Border Legal Affairs Representing: BLK's diverse client base from early-stage startups to established institutions, Mirey's extensive knowledge of GCC regulations, combined with exceptional negotiation skills, makes her particularly adept at managing cross-border commercial activities and litigation. She ensures seamless compliance while protecting organizational interests across key jurisdictions, with particular emphasis on technology-related disputes and regulatory investigations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. ?? Location: BLK Partners, Dubai, United Arab Emirates/Riyadh/ Kingdom of Saudi Arabia As an active member of the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency and a leading voice at BLK Partners, Mirey continues to contribute her knowledge and insights to support industry growth and innovation, while advocating for stronger regulatory frameworks to protect technology ventures and combat financial crimes in the digital asset space across the GCC region. ? "As a former in-house counsel, I learned that legal strategy must serve business objectives. We're not here to say 'no' – we're here to find ways to say 'yes' while skillfully navigating risks. At BLK Partners, we're business enablers who protect through law." - Mirey Sheniara ??? Will you join us? Click here: https://lnkd.in/e5vg2Uep

Meet our members: Sara Cervantes Sara Cervantes is a Litigation Associate at Jenner & Block, where she brings her unique blend of legal expertise and artistic passion to the forefront of entertainment, copyright, and crypto litigation. ?? Career Highlights: ?Legal Expertise: As a midlevel associate at Jenner & Block, Sara specializes in complex litigation cases that span the realms of entertainment, copyright, and the emerging field of cryptocurrency. Her work ensures that creative professionals and businesses are protected and empowered within the legal system. ?Artistic Pursuits: Sara's professional interests lie at the intersection of the creative arts and the legal system. As a practicing visual artist, she brings a deep understanding of the creative process to her legal practice, offering a unique perspective that benefits her clients in the entertainment and creative industries. ?Education: Sara is a graduate of Yale Law School, where she honed her skills in legal analysis and advocacy, preparing her to tackle the most challenging cases in her field. ?? Location: New York City Metropolitan Area As a member of the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency, she continues to contribute her knowledge and insights to support the industry. ??? Will you join us? Click here: https://lnkd.in/e5vg2Uep