Keith Herman

Keith Herman is an expert in business growth, disruptive technology, and innovation. He demonstrates a unique ability to create strategic partnerships for strategic advantage and attract capital. He also has extensive leadership experience in acquiring, managing, and leading top talent.

"With an open mind, your audience will learn more than facts, figures, and tactics. They will absorb valuable insights and energy from a lifelong student and experienced leader, leaving inspired & empowered!"

Keith Herman, founder of IPA Equities, is a serial entrepreneur, consultant, advisor, global speaker, board member, writer, mentor, and advocate for disruptive blockchain technologies and numerous charities. Herman has owned and created more than 50 businesses across six industries primarily in technology, finance, media, and real estate. During his career, notable partnerships have included Citigroup, Merrill Lynch, JP Morgan Chase, National Life Group, GFE Family Office, VC/PE Firms, and Family Offices. Additionally, he has architected, incubated, and successfully scaled more than 10 startups.

Herman developed a strategy for scaling businesses and utilized debt and equity to leverage capital to consistently produce returns far in excess of industry standards. Over the course of his career, he has raised over $500 million for his ventures and represented more than 200 technology companies. Cumulatively, they raised hundreds of millions of dollars and forged countless strategic partnerships with funding sources and major global corporations, both public and private. In aggregate, he has been involved in over $2 billion of transactions.

Herman is highly sought after internationally to speak on topics including Blockchain Technology, Cryptocurrency, Raising Capital, Investing, Private Equity, Venture Capital, Startups, Leadership, and Media Exposure. He presents to various audiences, including Fortune 100 & 500 companies, prominent founders, C-Level executives, VC & PE firms, family offices, developers, and professionals. Additionally, Herman regularly sits as a judge for tech startup pitch competitions alongside VCs, PE firms, and tech development firms.

Herman engages with forward-thinking tech companies interested in changing people's lives. He is available for consulting, as an advisor, for select speaking engagements, and as a startup judge. His presentations often focus on providing insights into the practical application of blockchain technologies in various industries, emphasizing strategic advantages such as supply chain efficiencies, secure transactions, and workforce unification. Herman is also known for his capability to explore the transformation of healthcare through disruptive technologies, aiming to create efficiencies and security in the sector.