Andrew Kessler

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Chief Technology Officer at Lineage Foundation

Zug, Zug, Switzerland

Overview

Andrew Kessler is a Zug-based serial entrepreneur and the Chief Technology Officer for Lineage Foundation and AIBlock. With a background in chemistry and biochemistry from the University of Cape Town, he specializes in cryptography and building innovative blockchain protocols. His career includes founding startups in biometrics, logistics, and semiconductors.

Andrews journey into blockchain began around 2014 after his co-founder encouraged him to read the Ethereum whitepaper, which sparked his fascination with the technologys potential. He is passionate about fostering community collaboration in his projects and is currently focused on an upcoming coin launch for the Lineage Foundation.

As a serial entrepreneur, he once worked on a startup focused on developing novel N-doped diamond-based semiconductors.

Personality Overview

Imaginative

Big Picture Person

Believer

Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions.  They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt. They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.

Topics They Care About

Blockchain Protocols
His primary professional focus is building better and more efficient blockchain protocols, as reflected in his current and past CTO roles.
Data Democracy
He has spoken about his vision to create systems that empower users as the sole owners of their personal data, fostering a 'true data democracy'.
Decentralized Finance
He is actively engaged in the DeFi space, with recent activity focused on launching a new coin and listing it on decentralized exchanges like Uniswap.

Media Appearances

Andrew has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2026
Chief Technology Officer at Lineage Foundation
8-2023 - 3-2026
Chief Technology Officer at AIBlock
1-2018 - 8-2023
Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder at Zenotta AG
3-2015 - 9-2016
Director at 3Beacon

Education

1998 - 2001
BSc (Hons) from University of Cape Town

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Exp : 9 Location : Zug, Zug, Switzerland Job Level : Leadership Designation : Chief Technology Officer at Lineage Foundation
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Insights For Selling To Andrew

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Speak enthusiastically with energy, maintain a clear and confident tone
  • Talk anecdotally about the customer experience that your product offers
  • Use phrases like ‘people will love’, ‘massive impact’ etc.

DONT's

  • Don’t push them to make a decision too fast, let them get comfortable first
  • Avoid overloading them with too much detail
  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Andrew is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Andrew

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Andrew move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can Andrew take some risk or not?

  • They can take certain risks that are unlikely to have personal consequences.

You And Andrew

Personality Compatibility


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