Karin Kusano is a leader, trailblazer, and advocate for innovation in the blockchain and the cryptocurrency industry. Rising from the challenges of overcoming financial control, Karin has transformed her experiences into a foundation for empowering others and driving success in the Web3 and crypto space. She is a firm believer that anyone, regardless of their past or circumstances, can rebuild their lives and create a thriving future by leveraging education, blockchain and digital assets. Her own journey—beginning with humble roots and no formal background in financial technology—exemplifies this philosophy. As a self-taught technologist and crypto trader, Karin has broken barriers and achieved remarkable success in a highly competitive field.

Karin was the first woman crypto trader honored at the NASDAQ closing ceremony and she exemplifies resilience and achievement in male-dominated spaces. Her trading acumen has earned her recognition as a top trader on leading platforms and an advisor to institutional-grade hedge funds. She has consulted for crypto exchanges, emerging technology startups and hedge funds which combined had a total of 1 Billion dollars in market valuation. Her dedication to empowering women in emerging technology is reflected in her role as an angel investor and advisor supporting women-led startups and driving meaningful change in the industry.

As a thought leader, Karin has educated diverse audiences on Web3 advancements, decentralized finance, and blockchain technology at forums such as the North American Blockchain Council and major universities. She is an advocate for financial literacy and inclusion and is a passionate advocate to fix the current economic system that encourages financial abuse.

Karin’s belief in the power of technology and education to transform lives is deeply personal. Grateful for the mentors, advocates, and organizations like Rebel Nell that have supported her along the way, she attributes her success to the unwavering encouragement of her friends, family, and children, who have been her foundation and inspiration throughout her journey. She uses her platform to inspire others, demonstrating that resilience, curiosity, and determination can pave the way to success in even the most challenging circumstances. Karin believes that anyone from any circumstance can start from nothing, rebuild and make a lasting impact.