Michael is the Chief Financial Officer at Blockstream, leveraging over 25 years of experience leading companies through rapid growth, IPOs, and M&A transactions. He is a Certified Public Accountant with a Masters degree from Stanfords Graduate School of Business. Colleagues have called him a tremendous business leader with a strong strategic vision.
Born in Ukraine, Michael is passionate about his family, the arts, and sports. He enjoys basketball, snow skiing, and swimming. He has also served as an Entrepreneur in Residence at Wichita State University, where he mentored students and shared his industry experience.
Unique fact: Michael is a self-described "recovering professional chess player" and credits his "chess mind" for his unique approach to business negotiations.
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