About The Bitcoin Adviser

Kai is a retired digital security & privacy professional with interests in human rights and open source software. She has been personally transacting in bitcoin since 2016, and now operates on a bitcoin standard. 

As a widowed single mother of two, she understands first hand the peace of mind that comes with having a plan for a smooth transition of ownership of digital assets to one's successors. 

Kai’s last fiat role was with a global bitcoin exchange where she provided guidance on self custody for customers purchasing bitcoin for their Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF).

Kai's earlier professional life included over two decades of senior management in government: policy, legislation & regulation making. She gained subject matter expertise in competing and conflicting property rights. 

As an accomplished poker player, Kai has acquired advanced skills in observation, executing exploits, game theory and risk based decision making in competitive environments.

Daz is an electrician from Queensland Australia. He’s a massive fan of music and plays gigs part-time as a solo-acoustic guitarist and singer. Daz used his love of music to create a side income for himself and with this extra income, he was driven to find ways to invest. Having studied an engineering degree while working full time to support his young family (wife and 2 young boys) he funnelled these educational energies in learning about personal investment strategies.

As well as working as a Bitcoin Adviser, Daz is one of the co-founders at Looking Glass Education along with Seb.

Bitcoin Brendo is a well-known figure in the Bitcoin community in Australia, being one half of the 2-bit idiots podcast. He is passionate about spreading knowledge and understanding of Bitcoin and is an invaluable resource for bitcoiners.

Brendo is working as a Bitcoin Adviser looking after our clients in the Australia / New Zealand region.

'Brendo' cares about his privacy, so you'll know he'll respect yours.  If you engage him as your Bitcoin Adviser he will be happy to use his real name.

Stackinghats, affectionately known as 'Hats', is a well-known figure in the Bitcoin community in Australia, being one half of the 2-bit idiots podcast and the curator of bitcoin-first.com. He is passionate about spreading knowledge and understanding of Bitcoin and is an invaluable resource for bitcoiners.

Stacking Hats is working as a Bitcoin Adviser looking after our clients in the Australia / New Zealand region.

'Hats' cares about his privacy, so you'll know he'll respect yours.  If you engage him as your Bitcoin Adviser he will be happy to use his real name.

Gaz as he’s widely known in the Bitcoin community, has a long successful track record in operational technology project management. He has a background in Accounting and Finance / Information Systems Engineering.

Gaz’s keen interest in value investing led him to critically evaluate ‘what is Bitcoin ?’, back in 2018. His background in technology and investment analysis provided a strong platform from which to continue that thorough evaluation ever since. He has been involved in the Australian Bitcoin community for many years as part of this journey.

Gaz has years of practical experience in Bitcoin in various structures, including SMSF, has assisted in Bitcoin book editing and has a passion for sharing knowledge on this life-changing innovation.

Chris has been involved with Bitcoin since 2011 personally and 2016 professionally. He is the co-founder of Australia's oldest and most respected supplier of hardware wallets - Coinstop.io

Chris has single-handedly helped tens of thousands of people secure their Bitcoins using single-seed hardware wallets. Now he joins The Bitcoin Adviser to take his expertise and apply it to collaborative multi-sig custody. 

As well as working as a Bitcoin Adviser, Chris is also the organiser of Australia's first and only Bitcoin conference, Bitcoin Alive. 

James is a seasoned executive with extensive experience working with HNWI as the CEO of the Luxury Network Australia, the worlds leading luxury affinity marketing and business networking group. 

A knowledgable and experienced Bitcoiner, James is working as a Bitcoin Adviser looking after our clients in the Australia / New Zealand region.

Andrew co-hosts the vibrant @Bitcoin_Sydney Northern Beaches Meetup, a gathering for Bitcoin enthusiasts looking to explore the world of Bitcoin. With a deep understanding of the Bitcoin landscape, 

Andrew dedicates his expertise to serving clients across Australia and New Zealand, with a particular emphasis on the Northern Beaches community.

Bayani a seasoned bitcoiner, and is the CEO of the Australian Bitcoin Industry Body, where he leads efforts to promote Bitcoin adoption, advocacy, and policy development across Australia. He co-hosts the Northern Beaches Bitcoin meetups in Sydney, fostering a strong local community of Bitcoiners.

As the operator of Shop Bitcoin, Bayani curates a range of Bitcoin apparel and accessories, supporting Bitcoin culture. His work reflects a deep commitment to strengthening the Bitcoin ecosystem and building connections within the broader community.

Dinny's remarkable journey from overcoming a severe spinal injury to becoming a champion in both physical and financial realms is truly inspiring. 

With a background enriched by diverse experiences in competitive sports and a deep-seated passion for Bitcoin, Dinny brings a unique and high-energy perspective to our team. 

He's not just an advocate for physical fitness and health; he's also a seasoned guide in the world of Bitcoin.

Hodlonaut is a Norwegian bitcoiner who’s been in the orange rabbit hole since 2013. He was behind the Lightning Torch in 2019 and is the co-founder and editor of Citadel21, the no-holds-barred bitcoin-only zine.

Hodlonaut is working as a Bitcoin Adviser looking after our clients in the European and Scandinavian region.

"Hodlonaut" cares about his privacy, so you'll know he'll respect yours.  If you engage him as your Bitcoin Adviser he will be happy to use his real name.

Knut Svanholm is a prolific Bitcoiner, the author of "Bitcoin: Everything divided by 21m" "Praxeology" and "Bitcoin: Sovereignty & Independence". Knut’s books are best described as guided meditation that soothe the experienced and tutor the uninitiated in the ways of bitcoin.

He is also co-host of the epic Freedom Footprint Show with Luke de Wolf, it is a Bitcoin podcast that explores freedom tools such as Bitcoin to emit freedom dioxide and expand your freedom footprint! We highly recommend you add it to your regular schedule of Bitcoin content.

You can also buy t-shirts, hoodies and a mighty fine infinity red wine on his website: https://www.knutsvanholm.com/

Knut is working with our clients in Europe and Worldwide and looks forward to helping you.

Luke de Wolf is co-host of the epic Freedom Footprint Show with Knut Svanholm, it is a Bitcoin podcast that explores freedom tools such as Bitcoin to emit freedom dioxide and expand your freedom footprint! We highly recommend you add it to your regular schedule of Bitcoin content.

Luke is working with our clients in Finland and the broader European region and looks forward to helping you.

British bitcoiner 'MTC' is the creator of Border Wallets - a free, open-source software (FOSS) project endorsed by the Human Rights Foundation, integrated into Sparrow Wallet and featured by Nasdaq.com. As well as helping The Bitcoin Adviser clients to establish and manage their collaborative custody set-ups, MTC works with Plebeian.Market and MUSQET. He is the author of Sats Ledger, is part of the MemeFactoryTM and has written for Bitcoin Magazine.

MTC cares about his privacy, so you'll know he'll respect yours. As the creator of Border Wallets, he is particularly well-placed to help clients who are internationally mobile.

Rich brings a wealth of diverse financial perspectives to clients. Having spent more than a decade in U.K. tax and estate planning, Rich provides specialist assistance to high net worth individuals and businesses. 

In the fiat mines, Rich is responsible for client experience at one of the most forward thinking and knowledgeable Tax Chambers in London, providing cutting edge bespoke advice to some of the most complex cases. Most importantly, Rich speaks fluent Bitcoin.

Rich cares about his privacy, so you'll know he'll respect yours.  If you engage him as your Bitcoin Adviser he will be happy to use his real name.

Freddie began his career as a lobbyist, moving into law two years later. He has provided paytech and Bitcoin industry expertise in submissions to HM Treasury, the FCA, HMRC and to Parliamentary committees, in connection with his work in the payments sector and as co-founder of ICDEF, a cryptocurrency research platform.

Freddie's extensive knowledge and unique skills will benefit our HNWI clients in the UK and Europe

Stefan has joined our team at The Bitcoin Adviser as a seasoned Bitcoiner, eager to assist clients with their Bitcoin custody and estate planning needs. His extensive experience in the Bitcoin space makes him a valuable resource for those seeking expert guidance. Fluent in an impressive array of languages, including French, English, Italian, German, and Spanish, Stefan is exceptionally well-equipped to serve our diverse clientele across Europe.

His commitment to understanding and addressing the unique needs of each client, combined with his ability to communicate effectively in multiple languages, positions Stefan as an ideal adviser for individuals and businesses navigating the complexities of Bitcoin. His friendly demeanour and approachability make him an asset to our team and a trusted guide for our clients.

Tobi ist unser erster deutschsprachiger Berater und bringt damit die Vorteile von kollaborativer Bitcoin Verwahrung  in die DACH-Region.

Dank seines fundierten technischen Fachwissens und seiner Fähigkeit, komplexe Sachverhalte verständlich zu vermitteln, unterstützt er Sie dabei, einen fundierten Einstieg in die Welt von Bitcoin zu finden.

Als Präsident und Mitbegründer des im Jahr 2023 ins Leben gerufenen Vereins "Bitcoin Block" setzt er sich dafür ein, kostenlose Bildungsangebote rund um Bitcoin in Einkaufszentren und anderen öffentlichen Räumen im DACH-Raum bereitzustellen.

Wenze is a dedicated Bitcoin advocate with a strong technical foundation and over a decade of experience in the Bitcoin space, having been familiar with it since 2013. Fluent in both Dutch and English, he leverages his analytical skills and extensive knowledge to support individuals and businesses in safely managing and growing their Bitcoin holdings. 

A frequent visitor of local meetups, Wenze enjoys helping others on their Bitcoin journey and connecting with like-minded people. He is committed to providing the solutions from The Bitcoin Adviser and is willing to travel to provide hands-on support throughout the region when needed.

Rob is an experienced software project manager who has led projects across the globe. He believes that Bitcoin will continue to transform the world for the better.

As well as working as a Bitcoin Adviser, Rob is also the Head of Operations at OpenSats, where he helps support free and open source software in the Bitcoin and Nostr ecosystems.

Rob loves seeing the world, meeting new people, and reading. He lives in the mountains of Japan.

Rob is working as a Bitcoin Adviser looking after our clients in the Japan region.

Joshは外国育ちの日本人で、日本への強い憧れと尊敬の念を持ち、現状を正しく理解しています。

既存金融と日本の現状は決して良いとは言えません。日本人の資産を守る方法として、Bitcoinは最良の手段の一つだと私は考えています。

私は2012年から金融商品への投資を始め、2016年からビットコインへの投資を開始しました。

現在、私は真の幸せのために大自然に居を構え、自分と家族、そして少ない友人の資産を守り、未来に投資しています。

日本語でのご案内は、私にお任せください。

Holly is an accomplished author, speaker and executive coach for entrepreneurs and business leaders worldwide. A passionate educator and coach in the world of Bitcoin, she also developed an introductory online course for the “Bitcoin Curious?”.

With a finance and technology background, her unique skills will benefit our HNWI clients in North America.

Luke Broyles is an author, investor, philosopher, and movie maker not to mention a deep Bitcoin thinker.

As well as working as a Bitcoin Adviser and spending time with our North American clients, Luke is making a Bitcoin film “The Case for Bitcoin.”, if you want to contribute to the funding of the movie the following are the fundraising links:

https://geyser.fund/project/caseforbitcoin

https://www.gofundme.com/f/educational-film-on-finances-inflation-bitcoin

Seb’s background has not historically been built around the financial industry, until more recently. In his early formative years of his career, Seb worked as a backcountry mountain bike guide and coach, while spending most of his spare time trying to understand real estate, the financial markets and the monetary systems which underpin our economy.

As well as working as a Bitcoin Adviser, Seb is one of the co-founders at Looking Glass Education along with Daz.

Krista, with over twenty years in financial markets, is a passionate Bitcoin advocate and educator, focusing on empowering women in technology. 

She founded Access Tribe Limited, a Bitcoin education company, and is deeply involved in the industry, including co-founding Bitcoin Policy UK and working with The Bitcoin Collective. 

Her commitment to women's participation in Bitcoin is a cornerstone of her work.

Gnarly libertarian, independent thinker & truth seeker Surfer Jim has a lifetime of experience and wisdom that he brings to every conversation on Bitcoin. 

Surfer Jim is working as a Bitcoin Adviser looking after our clients in the North American region.

'Surfer Jim' cares about his privacy, so you'll know he'll respect yours.  If you engage him as your Bitcoin Adviser he will be happy to use his real name.

Terence is the Author of "Proof of Money" the big idea behind bitcoin.

Emmy-nominated producer Terence has produced over 20 movies and 30 TV shows. He invests in real estate, owns a mortgage business, strategises investments for clients, and consults entrepreneurs on how to cultivate their skills.

Terence is working as a Bitcoin Adviser looking after our HNWI clients in the North American region.

Dalia was born and raised in Medellín, Colombia. An Industrial Engineer by training, she began her entrepreneurial journey solving real-time logistical challenges for Colombia’s flower industry, always driven by process optimization.

After decades dedicated to simplifying complex mathematical concepts for students, her focus naturally shifted to Bitcoin education, specifically Bitcoin security and financial sovereignty. Today, she leverages this expertise as an Adviser at The Bitcoin Adviser, empowering others to securely achieve financial independence through Bitcoin.

Scott has more than thirty years working in IT as a consultant and CIO. He came to understanding Bitcoin through his own personal journey starting in 2017 and is passionate about Bitcoin advocacy and education. Scott is focused on grassroots adoption and helping others add safe self-custody Bitcoin to their retirement planning.

Scott is a member of Nashville's Bitcoin Park and provides "Bitcoin 101" education and advocacy to the Nashville Community. Scott's laid back approach and patient style is key to his keen ability to meet people where they are on their Bitcoin journey.

Scott is working as a Bitcoin Adviser looking after our HNWI clients in the North American region.

Gabe, a former financial adviser, discovered Bitcoin amidst navigating traditional investments and was captivated by its potential to reshape our economy. Delving deeper, he uncovered Bitcoin's core principles of decentralization, transparency, and sovereignty.

Inspired by this revelation, Gabe founded "Bitcoin Advisors," a company dedicated to educating and supporting individuals in the Bitcoin space. Through advocacy and straightforward education, Gabe empowers others to navigate the changing financial landscape with confidence and security.

Jason is a founder, entrepreneur, and senior executive who has led and advised companies in and around the entertainment industry for over 20 years. 

As Slated’s #2 executive for nearly 8 years, he built and ran the independent film platform’s single-picture and multi-picture film finance practices. Jason’s consulting clients include innovative film, TV, and gaming companies as well as fund managers, family offices, and HNWIs.

Jason is working as a Bitcoin Adviser looking after our HNWI clients in the North American region.

Jordan comes from a non traditional background in education and leadership. He has spent the last fifteen years curating and teaching wilderness survival skills to people of all ages. His mission is to help others learn the necessary skills in order to become self-sovereign, whether that be in their Bitcoin journey or in a wilderness survival setting. 

Alongside his educational work, he manages a small fine arts/design studio, catering to clients and galleries worldwide. Jordan is also a member of the Looking Glass Team and working as a Bitcoin Adviser looking after our clients in the North American region. 

Kudzai is an entrepreneur and a passionate financial inclusion advocate that has over a decade of experience in building financial products, like index crop insurance, for small-scale farmers. His work with small scale farmers opened his eyes to how the present financial system is exclusionary to low income earners because of embedded costs within it; and he sees Bitcoin as the best solution to address this. Kudzai was also recognised by Fast Company magazine as one of South Africa’s top twenty young entrepreneurs under 30 in 2017 and is also a Mandela Washington Fellow.

Kudzai is working as a Bitcoin Adviser looking after our clients in the Africa region.