Weston Nelson

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Email: westontnelson@gmail.com | Phone: (763) 318-5893

Objective

Innovative technology and business professional with extensive experience in blockchain development, insurance, financial services, and business strategy. Seeking to leverage my skills in smart contract development, interoperability protocols, and strategic partnerships to drive growth for ambitious projects, particularly those at the intersection of emerging technology and traditional industries.

Summary

Experienced blockchain developer, strategist, and business professional with a proven track record in delivering creative Web3 solutions and driving growth in insurance and financial services. Proficient in smart contract development, cross-chain technologies, and blockchain-based business development, I bring a unique ability to bridge technical expertise with strategic growth initiatives. My experience includes leveraging emerging technologies to optimize processes and enhance customer experiences in financial services and insurance. Through leadership in operations, marketing, product development, and community engagement, I have successfully contributed to the success of multiple projects. I am enthusiastic about advancing technology to create meaningful value and adoption, with a focus on driving innovation in both blockchain and traditional financial industries.

Core Skills

Professional Experience

Co-Founder | NFTEarth

January 2023 – March 2024

  • Designed and implemented scalable cross-chain solutions for the platform such as the in-app OFT token bridge, ensuring seamless cross-chain UX and the veNFTE staking contract.
  • Managed cloud infrastructure and technical operations, securing platform stability and scalability using Vercel, Cloudflare, and GCP.
  • Drove strategic partnerships, securing a partnership with GCP which earned the project a cloud credit grant via the Google Cloud for Web3 Startups program.
  • Led marketing campaigns on Galxe, growing protocol visibility and community engagement.

Core Contributor | Layer2DAO

May 2022 – April 2023

  • Secured strategic partnerships and negotiated trades that significantly benefited the DAO’s treasury and operations.
  • Developed and deployed the xL2DAO revenue-sharing contract on Arbitrum, inspired by Curve Finance's veCRV tokenomics.
  • Directed marketing and community initiatives, driving the DAO’s growth to over 10,000 members/token holders.
  • Spearheaded technical integrations and product launches such as the deployment of the L2StateOfMind NFT on Optimism.

Digital Asset Trader | Reviresconomy

December 2018 – Present

  • Conduct independent crypto trading and Web3 protocol research.
  • Implement DeFi strategies such as liquidity provisioning and yield farming.
  • Managed portfolio analysis and optimization using data-driven decision-making tools.

Director of Data Analytics | Trade The Chain

October 2020 – June 2021

  • Provided real-time technical support to clients, ensuring prompt issue resolution within SLA timeframes.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize business intelligence solutions for blockchain analytics and insights for end users.
  • Drove SaaS platform growth over 200% month over month leveraging digital marketing strategies.

Business Operations Specialist | UnitedHealth Group

July 2019 – May 2020

  • Facilitated Medicaid Risk Adjustment projects, including chart reviews, within a designated market.
  • Addressed inquiries from healthcare providers and Chief Compliance Officers to streamline operations.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations and expertise in EMR systems.

Outreach Coordinator | UnitedHealth Group

April 2019 – July 2019

  • Gained expertise in Risk Adjustment, EHR/EMR systems, and HIPAA compliance while working within Optum’s Risk Adjustment business unit.
  • Coordinated retrieval of medical records from providers and facilities for audit purposes.
  • Developed a strong understanding of the U.S. healthcare system and CMS operations.

Investment Consultant | Fidelity Investments

February 2015 – May 2016

  • Built and maintained relationships with wealth management clients.
  • Conducted comprehensive financial analyses and recommended tailored actions.
  • Monitored financial markets daily to identify investment opportunities with favorable risk/return profiles for each individual client.

Financial Representative | Fidelity Investments

November 2013 – February 2015

  • Performed operational tasks, including digitizing stock certificates and processing wire transfers.
  • Provided guidance on portfolio allocation, focusing on asset allocation and diversification.
  • Supported branch operations in a multi-functional capacity.

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