Ron Gross is dedicated to the convergence of technology, self-improvement, and community-driven innovation. With an MSc in computer science from the Technion, Ron has extensive experience in both tech and leadership, primarily in small startups, but also in corporate life at Google. An early adopter of Bitcoin and a cryptocurrency advocate since 2011, Ron has long been passionate about decentralization, transparency, and open-source technologies. He co-founded the Israeli Bitcoin Association and served as the executive director of the Mastercoin Foundation, leading the first ever ICO.