Yuri Cataldo

Yuri Cataldo is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and best-selling author with extensive experience in the fields of technology, entrepreneurship, marketing, and innovation. As a classically trained set and costume designer, Cataldo brings a unique perspective to his work as a business leader, founder, and mentor. He is a frequent speaker on Blockchain, PR/Media Relations, Creative Entrepreneurship, and Corporate Innovation at universities, conferences, corporate events, and with high-ranking government officials from all over the world.

With over a decade of experience in the arts and design, Cataldo has worked on Broadway productions, films, and operas, and has been recognized as one of the top 40 business leaders in Indiana. He is the founder of IndigoH2O, a multiple award-winning alkaline water company, and co-author of the international best-seller "Be Left Behind: Discover Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Before Your Grandmother Beats You to It." He is also the creator of the Business of Creative Enterprises program at Emerson College and served as the CMO of a 3D scan to 3D print sunglasses company that raised over $1M on Indiegogo and was featured on the Discovery Channel, TechCrunch, and Inc. magazine.

In addition to his work as a founder, Cataldo is also a mentor at several prestigious organizations, including Yale Tsai City, MassChallenge, Fintech4Good, and Tech Stars. Forbes, CNN, and the Boston Globe have all written about his startups, and he is a sought-after speaker on topics like blockchain, creative entrepreneurship, and corporate innovation.

Currently, Cataldo serves as the co-founder of ForumDAO, an MIT-startup focused on education credentials and social networking for alumni, and is leading efforts to bridge the gap between web 2.0 and web3. He is also a GP at Athenian Capital and focuses on early-stage investing in AI, blockchain, and the creator economy.