Episode 574 of “Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do” is the last episode of the podcast under that name. Beginning with the next show, the podcast will become “Making Waves at C-Level”. To learn more about the change, check out episode 573. Thanks for being part of the show community for almost 6 years, and we look forward to you staying on the ride of this podcast under the new name.
About Ian Kane
Ian Kane is the Founder and COO of Ternio, a global fin-tech platform built on blockchain. Ternio’s platform connects traditional enterprise fin-tech banking systems with blockchain infrastructure giving real world utility to digital assets. Their products enable instant remittance and the transfer of value on blockchain rails in a compliant and regulated environment. Ternio solved the issues related to blockchain scalability and payment utility of cryptocurrency to demonstrate how enterprise can use this tech to become better, faster, and more efficient.
Ian has worked in technology & digital media for over 10 years with a heavy focus on business development, sales, and strategy. His career started as the 1st employee in a media startup which grew into a $50mm a year business during his tenure. He had the opportunity to work in both early stage and mature organizations, be a part of acquisitions on the buy and sell side, and drive go-to-market strategy for various data and media products.
As an advisor and investor in other tech companies, Ian always looks to create value and continually broaden his knowledge of the ever changing landscape. His background enables him to bring unique insight and experience to the next set of challenges he faces.
About Ternio
Ternio is a global fin-tech platform built on blockchain. Ternio’s platform connects traditional enterprise, fin-tech, banking, systems with blockchain infrastructure giving real world utility to digital assets. Our products enable instant remittance and the transfer of value on blockchain rails in a compliant and regulated environment.
Ternio’s crypto debit card (BlockCard) gives cryptocurrency real world spending power. Blockcard empowers you to buy whatever you want with your cryptocurrency. Start spending crypto in minutes! Signup, deposit crypto, and make purchases anywhere VISA is accepted.
After a successful career in sales and marketing, Thom Singer became a growth leadership speaker in 2009. A decade later he has brought his high energy presentations and action-oriented content to over 900 audiences. Thom knows that as the speaker or master of ceremonies he has a responsibility to set the tone for a strong conference attendee experience. Known as “The Conference Catalyst” he creates an atmosphere of fun and interaction that lasts beyond his presentation.
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Thom earned his Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) in 2014 and is committed to the business of meetings. He is the author of 12 books and is the host of the popular “Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do” podcast. On his show he has interviewed over 400 entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, business leaders and others with a focus on discovering how the most successful people get farther across the gap between potential and results.
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At 50 years old Thom decided to reinvent his life and make age 50 to 75 the best years of his life. This meant saying yes to things that scared him, and trying new things. Since that time Thom has jumped off buildings, took up running (and lost 30 lbs) and began performing stand up comedy.
