Empowering global trade
Smart contracts help businesses and individuals exchange value across borders with a transparent transaction record.
People & purpose
A community-driven blockchain for global trade, payments and an inclusive digital economy.
Founded in 2017, XDC Network brings together developers, early adopters and advocates around an open-source smart-contract platform for trade finance and payments.
The network’s mission connects decentralized infrastructure with practical economic activity: cross-border transactions, trade operations and access to financial services.
Smart contracts help businesses and individuals exchange value across borders with a transparent transaction record.
Local communities raise awareness, support adoption and help make blockchain applications relevant to different regions.
More effective infrastructure and financial transactions can support economic participation and global GDP growth.

Senior Principal Advisor and Head of Japan, XDC Network
A specialist in developing and managing startup support programs including accelerator and incubation program, Tadashi initiated and operated the Japan's first govt. managed accelerator program at SME support Japan. Having extended support to several new startups development in Japan, he has gained extensive experience in providing consultation and ideation of business ideas across the globe.
Meet the professionals contributing technology, enterprise experience, regional development and education to the XDC ecosystem.

Co-Founder, Technology & Ecosystem Development
With over 14 years of experience in the technology field, Atul has played a crucial role in conceptualizing and demonstrating the first permissioned Blockchain system for the consortium of Top Asian banks. He has also co-founded Multi-Million Dollar Revenue company dedicated to the business of Airline Chartering. He is dedicated towards developing alliances and investor management, and aims to bridge the $5 trillion Government infrastructure gap, using XDC Network's Blockchain applications.

Co-Founder, Early Investor, Blockchain Strategist
As a serial entrepreneur working on the ideation and development of a Cloud hosting and a web infrastructure company, Ritesh's work has been recognized by the likes of Microsoft and BBC. Over the past 20 years, Ritesh has accumulated extensive experience in the fields of Cloud Hosting, Cloud Setup and Internet-Infrastructure. Ritesh is now leveraging his experience at XDC Network in the areas of Blockchain and protocol setup.

Chief Executive Officer - XDC Trade Network
Sunil is an MBA from UK Northumbria University and brings 25+ years of experience in Technology, Consulting, and Trade. Previously, he worked with companies like Oracle, Maersk, Bolero, and Monetago. Sunil likes to solve business problems with technology and bring the industry together by putting ROI before any project starts. His consulting and outsourcing assignments have saved millions of dollars for his clients. Sunil will nurture and expand the developer ecosystem partners globally for XDC Network.

Director of Ecosystem Development, North America
Graduating from the University of Massachusetts with a degree in Operations Management, Bill has spent much of his career in leadership and management. Bill specializes in executive coaching, management consulting, and lean implementation. He also has extensive experience helping small to medium sized businesses create new strategic initiatives, improve operational efficiencies, and drive workforce development. His skill and knowledge make him the perfect fit to develop the XDC ecosystem.

Advisory and Market Engagement
Andre is currently the Founder and Director of Casterman Advisory. His focus is on strategy and business development in transaction banking and decentralised finance (DeFi). He specializes in designing and commercialising advanced payments, trade finance and capital markets innovations through institutional & commercial partnerships with fintech companies. His work has also focused on institutional investors benefit from two alternative asset classes: trade finance and digital assets. Andre has over 30 years of experience in the financial sector, including nearly 25 years at SWIFT.

Senior Enterprise Analyst
Andrea is a Senior Enterprise Analyst and Trade Finance specialist with a passion for innovation. At Hyperledger, Andrea contributed to industry modernization and development of new products on blockchain and DLT. He is also a Mentor of ITFA Martin Ashtrust Trade Finance Mentoring Scheme, an Honorary Member of the Canadian Blockchain Supply Chain Association. Andrea Frosinini graduated from the University of Florence with a degree in Foreign Languages and Literature.

Ecosystem Development, Africa
A cryptocurrency enthusiast, Confidence has been educating people & spreading the adoption of Blockchain technology across African Continent. A software & blockchain developer with Africa’s biggest exchanges called Golix & Bitpaya, he is also a Community Manager at HouseAfrica. A member of The Internet Society & the Bitcoin Community, he is also a blogger on Steemit. His experience with cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Dash, Smartcash & Steemit will help him create awareness about XDC Network & its use cases across local African community.

Lead of Ecosystem Development, Philippines XDC Network
Early on, in Rebecah's Web2 days, she managed a broad spectrum of IT projects - from Website development, E Commerce platforms and Web applications - ensuring they were delivered on time, within budget and SOW. Since then, Rebecah embarked on a transformative journey into Web3 and has not looked back. Journeying deeper into Blockchain and XDC Network, Rebecah now facilitates collaboration among individuals, projects and organizations - fostering a dynamic XDC Ecosystem in the Philippines where innovative ideas and blockchain solutions can flourish.

Ecosystem Head, Australia
While leading the Australian XDC Network Ecosystem and assisting the Development of the broader Pacific region’s Web2 transitioning Businesses and Services, Sean often finds himself between code and the “real world”, avidly promoting the benefits of Blockchain Technology. You can expect attentive, engaged and solutions focused service in any Blockchain matter- from Infrastructural gaps in Government and Banking services to Trade Finance & Document Management sectors - that might be better solved by a more secure and efficient Web3+ Tokenisation approach.

Ecosystem Head, Germany
Innovation Catalyst & Growth Accelerator on XDC's Hybrid Blockchain Network Can Inac is a highly experienced and accomplished figure in the XDC Community. Since joining the community in 2017, Can has become an influential force within the ecosystem, especially in his role as the Director of XDC GDCE since 2022. Can's expertise in blockchain technology and his passion for promoting innovation have resulted in remarkable developer and project growth on the XDC Network. With a reputation for cutting-edge thinking and a dedication to fostering collaboration, Can continues to drive progress and success in the blockchain space.

Chief Partnerships Officer
Formerly in TradFi (ex-Citi), Shanlong brings close to 10 years of Marketing experience in both Web2 & Web3.

Founder & CEO, Prime Numbers Labs, XDC Technology & Ecosystem Development
Venturing into the realm of blockchain in 2016, Arturo's fervor for this groundbreaking technology and cryptocurrency is palpable. As the visionary leader and founder of Prime Numbers Labs, he has tirelessly championed innovation, fostered wider acceptance, and instilled transparency in the vast expanse of the cryptocurrency market. His steadfast commitment is evident in every stride taken by his company towards a more decentralized and transparent future.

Head of Business Development, Latin America
Diego Consimo is the Head of Business Development for Latin America at XDC Network and CEO of Crypto Investidor. With over 18 years of experience in the financial and technology sectors, he has worked at institutions such as Santander, Itaú Unibanco, Philip Morris, and Telefônica Vivo, specializing in strategic management, key account management, and business development. Today, he operates at the intersection of TradFi and DeFi, driving blockchain innovation in trade finance and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. At XDC Network, Diego leads initiatives to expand blockchain adoption in global trade and commercial finance. As the founder of Crypto Investidor, he built one of Brazil's leading crypto education platforms, impacting thousands of investors through educational content and B2B/B2C solutions.

Software Developer
Roland graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Computer Programming in 2020. Shortly thereafter, he began working as a software programmer and developer. Known in the blockchain space as Quincy Jones, he became somewhat of a "crypto celebrity" from sharing his knowledge and skill on social media and YouTube. His ability to educate and articulate has contributed to his popularity in the crypto space.
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