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Web3 Ventures Inc
Symbol WEBV
Shares Issued 122,920,145
Close 2023-12-21 C$ 0.12
Market Cap C$ 14,750,417
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Web3 Ventures appoints six advisers

2023-12-21 11:14 ET - News Release

Mr. David Nikzad reports

WEB3 VENTURES ADDS SIX STRATEGIC ADVISORS, SETTING THE STAGE FOR A TRANSFORMATIVE FUTURE

Web3 Ventures Inc. has appointed Sebastien Badault, Kevin Soltani, Phillip Lord, Walid Benothman, Mona Coyle and Shidan Gouran to the Web3 Ventures advisory board as advisers. This strategic move underscores Web3 Ventures' commitment to advancing its position within the Web 3.0 landscape, and driving investments in businesses that intend to make the world healthier and accelerate disruption.

"Believing in the future means more than just a financial investment, it's about aligning our values with the companies we chose to invest in and partner with. At Web3 Ventures, our commitment to innovation, sustainability and impactful technologies mirrors the ethos we bring to our advisory board," stated David Nikzad, chief executive officer and co-founder of Web3 Ventures. "Our board of directors and advisers bring valuable knowledge and experience we can leverage as we execute on our global road map."

Web3 Ventures invests broadly across a range of companies, from inspired start-ups to mature enterprises. These industries include health, wellness and longevity, gaming, blockchain and digital ownership, fintech (financial technology), space, SaaS (software-as-a-service), and more. As deeply experienced entrepreneurs, Web3 Ventures is drawn to the outliers and their disruptive concepts.

"I believe in finding the right frequencies in the people we work with and the investments we make. Our strategic advisory board epitomizes the convergence of diverse cultures, innovation and individuals who embody a relentless pursuit of excellence. It's a privilege to be surrounded by such wisdom and experience, which will greatly benefit us as we embark on our next phase of growth."

Strategic advisers

Mr. Badault

Mr. Badault is an industry professional with years of experience at the intersection of technology, security and the on-line world. He currently serves as vice-president for Ledger Enterprise, running the company's B2B (business-to-business) business. He previously served as managing director for France, Belgium and Luxembourg at Alibaba, building the company's Luxury Pavilion, which has become China's largest on-line luxury platform. Before joining Alibaba, Mr. Badault was one of the first employees for both Google France and Amazon France, driving sales and marketing teams to build local market share and enhance the on-line ecosystem for both organizations. He spent more than 10 years at Google, where he ran the company's French operations and was a founding member of the Global Client and Agency Solutions Organization. With Amazon, Mr. Badault served as European business development manager, leading the group's customer and partner acquisition strategy across the United Kingdom, Germany and France.

Mr. Soltani

Mr. Soltani is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in the alternative investments industry, and a passionate and visionary leader. As the founder and chief executive officer of GIMA Group Inc., he steers the company into a global advisory, consulting and investing powerhouse specializing in blockchain, proptech, gaming/e-sports and the metaverse, with four prior exits and one IPO (initial public offering) in the company's history. With a robust background in international business and finance, Mr. Soltani possesses a profound interest in innovation and emerging technologies. His driving force lies in the mission of creating value and catalyzing positive change worldwide through digital assets and pioneering experiences. Throughout his career, Mr. Soltani actively engaged in raising funds, fostering strategic partnerships, capitalizing on start-up potential and broadening market horizons. Proficient in guiding companies toward their growth stages, adept at business metrics, skilled in social networking strategies and a competent manager of executive teams, he thrives on collaborating with agile, Web 3.0-centric and innovative teams worldwide.

Mr. Lord

Mr. Lord brings with him a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the Web 3.0 space. His extensive background as president at Oobit, and as an investment banker, serial blockchain investor and former non-executive director at Luna PR, equipped him adeptly for steering strategic partnerships, spearheading business development and executing powerful marketing strategies. With a career spanning over 25 years in global capital markets, Mr. Lord boasted a profound understanding of diverse markets, encompassing the United States, Europe, Asia and Australia. Renowned as a crypto market expert, he possesses comprehensive knowledge spanning coin/token issuance to both centralized and decentralized exchanges/platforms.

Mr. Benothman

Mr. Benothman is an experienced leader in the digital finance industry, and is renowned for his out-of-the-box thinking and innovative approach. Formerly head of BD and institutional sales at 1inch, Mr. Benothman played key roles in groundbreaking blockchain start-ups. Notably, he joined Curv in 2020, leading growth and strategy operations for the EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa) market, instrumental in positioning Dubai as a pivotal hub. His strategic direction facilitated Curv's acquisition by PayPal, marking a milestone in digital payment processes and signalling the mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrencies. From 2016 to 2020, Mr. Benothman served as head of EMEA sales for Ripple, driving pivotal initiatives in institutional sales, partnerships and go-to-market strategies, which significantly contributed to XRP's ecosystem and utility. Additionally, he serves as a senior advisory board member at HayvnGlobal, offering expert insights into OTC and custodians.

Ms. Coyle

Ms. Coyle is a registered nurse with over a decade of experience in ICU (intensive care unit) and clinical operations, and is a seasoned health care professional. With a rich background spanning 20 years in management and entrepreneurship, Ms. Coyle co-founded Eterna Health, where she played a key role in shaping the company's strategic direction. Her dynamic leadership style, coupled with clinical expertise, uniquely positions her as a driving force in health care innovation. Ms. Coyle's commitment to fostering positive change in the industry reflects her passion for combining medical excellence with entrepreneurial spirit.

Mr. Gouran

Mr. Gouran is the founder of Gulf Pearl, a Canadian merchant bank focused on financing both public and private companies in the information, communications and media sectors, and one of the earliest investors in the blockchain sector. He is also the chairman of Bluesphere Ventures, a pioneering incubator dedicated to driving positive environmental change through innovative projects and sustainable solutions. He founded a number of pioneering technology ventures in the telecommunications and consumer electronics industries. Today, he focuses his efforts on bringing his wealth of knowledge to further companies in the Web 3.0 sector.

About Web3 Ventures Inc.

Web3 Ventures is a diversified investment company focused on identifying, incubating, accelerating and developing world-class projects and applications in wellness, health care and the decentralized Web. Focused on supporting founders and entrepreneurs, Web3's core investment pillars are blockchain-based transparency, secured identity, verified communications and gamification, focusing on early-stage, small and medium enterprises.

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