Bitcoin Asset Venture - Chief Executive Officer

CEO – Encore
Institutional Bitcoin Asset Management Platform

Encore, backed by Cumberland Labs (Web3 incubator by DRW and Cumberland) and Further Ventures (Abu Dhabi-based, ADQ-backed), is building a next-generation asset manager centered on Bitcoin. Our mission: unlock institutional access to BTC through compliant, yield-generating products tailored for HNWIs, family offices, and institutional allocators.

We're seeking a visionary CEO to lead Encore from inception to market leadership. The ideal candidate brings proven leadership in traditional finance, deep knowledge of Bitcoin and crypto markets, and a strong track record in go-to-market strategy, product execution, and client acquisition.

This is a rare opportunity to build a high-conviction, well-funded venture at the intersection of crypto infrastructure and institutional capital.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Define and drive Encore’s vision, with a focus on product innovation and go-to-market execution aligned with a Bitcoin-first thesis.
• Business Development & Sales: Act as Encore’s chief ambassador—convert your network into AUM. Build deep relationships with institutions, family offices, and HNWIs.
• Product & Investment Strategy: Lead the creation of compliant BTC-focused products (e.g. BTC-Fi, credit, volatility) that meet institutional standards across performance, compliance, and risk.
• Team & Culture: Build and lead a world-class team across investment, ops, compliance, and tech. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and integrity.
• Operations & Compliance: Establish scalable infrastructure with rigorous compliance, risk, and governance standards.
• Investor & Board Engagement: Report to Encore’s board and investor base. Provide clear, strategic updates and align growth with stakeholder expectations.

• Required Qualifications & Experience
• Financial Leadership: 10+ years in financial services with senior roles in asset management, investment banking, or capital markets. Proven P&L and team management experience in top-tier institutions or high-growth fintech/crypto ventures.
• Crypto & Bitcoin Expertise: Strong grasp of digital assets—especially Bitcoin and BTC-Fi. Demonstrated conviction in the space through entrepreneurial, investment, or leadership involvement.
• Business Building: Track record of launching and scaling businesses or products. Entrepreneurial mindset with hands-on execution—whether founding a startup, launching a fund, or opening new market lines.
• Sales & Go-to-Market: Exceptional client development, fundraising, and deal-making skills. Proven ability to grow AUM and cultivate trusted relationships with institutional investors.
• Institutional Credibility: Respected industry profile with a history of integrity and excellence. Confident communicator capable of engaging senior stakeholders, regulators, and boards.
• Network Access: Well-established relationships with institutional allocators, family offices, and HNW investors. Ready access to networks that can accelerate Encore’s growth.
• Operational Discipline: Familiarity with asset management compliance and regulatory frameworks. Experience establishing governance, risk, and fiduciary systems to institutional standards.
• Global Mobility: Willingness and ability to travel internationally to drive business development and partner engagement
• Preferred Qualifications
• Startup/Fintech Leadership: Prior experience as a founder or C-level exec in a fintech or crypto startup, with the ability to navigate the 0-to-1 journey.
• Asset Management Expertise: Deep understanding of regulated investment structures (ETFs, trusts, hedge funds). Experience with licensing and compliance processes. CFA, CAIA, or equivalent certifications are a plus.
• Advanced Education: MBA or relevant advanced degree (e.g., Finance, Economics), ideally paired with strong technical understanding of crypto and blockchain.
• Global Outlook: International work experience or cross-border financial expertise. Multilingual or cross-cultural business experience is a plus given Encore’s global scope.

• Competitive equity and token package.
• Opportunity to shape a flagship Solana-native DEX from inception.
• Deep support from a leading trading firm and Solana-native infrastructure with venture-building team support.