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Adam Martin

Startup Founder | Product Manager
Adam Martin

Summary

  • Seasoned Startup Founder & CTO with over 3 years of extensive experience in the Web3 and Blockchain Technologies space, specializing in the development of innovative dApps, DeFi Solutions, Smart Contracts, and NFT Marketplaces.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Product Management, encompassing Market Research, Product Development, and Business & Project Management, bolstered by robust collaborations in the Crypto Industry. Offers a robust combination of leadership and adaptability, consistently enhancing product suite to keep pace with the rapidly evolving industry.
  • Adept at Blockchain Consultancy, servicing a broad spectrum of clientele, from emerging startups to individual artists.
  • Equipped with over 5 years of Cryptocurrency Trading Expertise, bringing to bear a unique blend of technical, financial, and economic acumen, fortified by keen analytical and strategic decision-making skills.
  • Additionally, I possess substantial experience in Business Development and Customer Service, with a proven track record in a top-tier Hotel Search Platform. This diverse background enables me to effectively bridge the gap between technology and business in the rapidly evolving Web3 and Blockchain Technology landscape.

Overview

4

+ Years of experience in Sales & Account Management

3

+ Years of experience specifically in Web3 & Blockchain Tech

2

Language Skills: German - Native | English - Full professional

1

+ Year of experience as a Blockchain Consultant

12
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance
Pempiu, Lithuania

Blockchain Consultant
05.2022 - Current

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Client Engagement: Training and Onboarding on Blockchain Products | Staying Current with
Blockchain Trends to Inform Strategy.


• Stakeholder Communication & Adoption: Explaining Product Features to Non-Technical Stakeholders | Promoting Product Adoption.


• Strategic Consultation & Collaboration: Consulting on Blockchain Enhancement for Product Offerings | Defining Project Requirements with Clients and Stakeholders.

Achievements:
• Client Onboarding and Training: Successfully managed Client Induction | Blockchain Product Training | Knowledge Transfer, effectively promoting blockchain adoption.


• Blockchain Trend Analysis: Maintained comprehensive knowledge of Blockchain Developments | Trend Analysis | Informed Strategy Formulation, directly contributing to client business growth.


• Complex Communication Skills: Excelled in Blockchain Feature Explanation | Non-Technical Stakeholder Communication | Product Understanding and Adoption Promotion.


• Strategic Consultation: Provided expert guidance on Blockchain Enhancement | Project Requirement Definition | Product Optimization, enhancing client product offerings.


• Relationship Management: Successfully cultivated and maintained Strong Client Relations | Client Retention Strategies | Satisfaction Assurance, fostering long-term partnerships.

CryptoVinyl
USA, (Founded in Germany, remote from Lithuania)

CTO & Technical Product Manager
03.2020 - Current

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Team Leadership: Building and nurturing a high-performing software engineering team.


• Project Execution: Management of all aspects of software application design, development, and implementation.


• Innovation & Research: Keeping pace with and leveraging latest blockchain technologies for company products.


• Quality Control: Assurance of high software quality standards and regulatory compliance.


• Risk Mitigation: Identification and reduction of potential software development and deployment risks.


• Financial Management: Oversight of the software engineering department budget.

Achievements:
• Team Leadership: Effectively Spearheaded a High-Performance Software Engineering Team | Fostered a Cooperative and Efficient Workspace.


• Project Execution: Expertly Managed Design | Development | Implementation of Crucial Software Applications, Ensuring Prompt and Effective Delivery.


• Technological Advancement: Effectively Utilized Cutting-Edge Blockchain Technologies, Resulting in Innovative and Market-Leading Product Solutions.


• Quality Assurance: Maintained High Software Quality Standards | Regulatory Compliance, Ensuring Consistent, Dependable, and Legally Compliant Software Products.


• Risk Management: Successfully Identified and Mitigated Potential Software Development and Deployment Hazards, Protecting Company Assets and Product Integrity.

CryptoVinyl
USA, (Founded in Germany, remote from Lithuania)

Product Manager
03.2020 - Current

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Strategy Formulation: Comprehensive product vision creation and alignment with company objectives within the blockchain sphere.


• Blockchain Acuity: Regular updates on trends, developments, and shifts in the blockchain and Web3 ecosystem.


• Strategy Formulation: Comprehensive product vision creation and alignment with company objectives within the blockchain sphere.


• Roadmap Development and Execution: Defining and executing strategic plans for product development, aligning with the broader vision and company goals.


• Quality Assurance: Upkeeping high product quality standards with a focus on reliability and security, vital in the blockchain domain.


• Cross-Functional Synergy: Collaboration with diverse teams to deliver a product that balances user needs and business goals, facilitating effective team communication.


• Requirements Management: Active engagement with development teams to identify and prioritize product features /
• Technical Collaboration: Partnership with engineering teams to comprehend technical limits, design blockchain-based solutions, and resolve arising issues.


• UX Design Collaboration: Partnership with design teams to develop intuitive interfaces for blockchain products and applications.


• Smart Contract Supervision: Definition, oversight, and potentially testing and auditing of smart contracts for security and functionality.


Achievements:
• Product Leadership: Strategic Product Roadmap Incorporating Emerging Blockchain Trends | Effective Management of Cross-Functional Teams and Stakeholders.


• Security and Risk Management: Proactive Security Testing and Risk Mitigation, Leading to Robust Blockchain Applications.


• Industry Insight: Consistent Up-to-Date Knowledge of Industry Advancements to Drive Product Development and Strategy.


• User Experience Enhancement: Key Contributions to User-Friendly Decentralized Applications (dApps), Resulting in Improved User Experience and Increased User Base.


• Smart Contract Mastery: Expert Management of Smart Contract Development and Testing, Ensuring Secure and Efficient Deployments.


• Digital Presence Enhancement: Professional Website Design and Launch | Memorable Brand Identity Creation through Logo Design.


• Blockchain Innovations: Extensive Expertise in Blockchain Technology | Leveraging Emerging Opportunities for Business Growth and Innovation.

CryptoVinyl
USA, (Founded in Germany, remote from Lithuania)

Product Owner
03.2020 - Current

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Smart Contract Supervision: Definition, oversight, and potentially testing and auditing of smart contracts for security and functionality.


• Blockchain Expertise and Problem Solving: Issue Resolution | Staying Informed on Blockchain Trends.


• Software Management: Software Specification Development | Developer Collaboration | Project Vision Execution | Business-Objective Alignment | Blockchain Product Roadmap Creation | Product Backlog Management | Requirement Refinement | Critical Decision Making | Release Planning.


Achievements:
• Requirements Specification: Detailed provision of project requirements, specifications, and instructions aligned with user needs and project goals.


• Collaboration and Prototyping: Successful team collaboration in the creation of a prototypes for the company's NFT marketplace and dApps.


• Relationship Building: Fostered Professional Relationships with Key Industry Personnel.


• Blockchain Leadership: Leveraged Blockchain Expertise for Business Innovation and Growth.

CryptoVinyl
USA, (Founded in Germany, remote from Lithuania)

Project Manager
03.2020 - Current

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Experience: Market Research and Agile Project Management | Team Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration | Quality Assurance and Compliance | Legal Coordination | Product Development Leadership | Reporting and Progress Tracking | Blockchain Trend Analysis.

Achievements:
• Strategic Networking: Built professional networks within the blockchain community to boost company growth.
• Blockchain Mastery: Capitalized on deep knowledge of blockchain technology to drive business innovation and expansion.
• Social Media Engagement: Leveraged multiple platforms to enhance brand visibility and drive business growth.

CryptoVinyl
USA, (Founded in Germany, remote from Lithuania)

Startup Founder
03.2020 - Current

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Strategic Leadership: Mission Development | Market Analysis | Strategic Problem-Solving | Data-Driven Decision Making | Product Realization Negotiation
• Legal & Partnership Management: Legalities Addressing | Fostering Blockchain Partnerships
• Industry Collaboration & Representation: Collaboration with Music Industry | Company Representation
• Project Execution: Vision Realization Execution

Achievements:
• Industry Expertise: Attainment of Comprehensive Knowledge in Software and Web Development, Digital Music Distribution, and Music Rights.

Self-employeed
Pempiu, Lithuania

Cryptocurrency Trader
01.2018 - Current

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Trading Expertise: Proficiency in Financial and Market Analysis | Strategic Development and Investment Methodologies | Opportunity Identification | Regulatory and Legal Compliance in Trading Environments.


Achievements:
• Financial Acumen: Demonstrated advanced comprehension of Finance and Market Dynamics | Economics | Cryptocurrency Trends | Stock Market Developments, thereby empowering superior investment decisions.


• Investment Mastery: Showcased profound trading abilities encompassing Strategic Planning | Portfolio and Risk Management | Emotional Control | Composure under Market Volatility.


• Portfolio Expansion: Successfully implemented a range of profitable trading strategies, resulting in significant Portfolio Growth | Diversification | Performance Enhancement.

Trivago - Account Management
Düsseldorf, Germany

Account Manager - B2B
04.2018 - 02.2020

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Market Management: Primary point of contact for DACH market | Strategic monitoring and optimization of marketing campaigns | Consultative advising for over 300 hoteliers.


• SaaS Sales Expertise: Proficiency in selling and upselling Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions | High customer satisfaction and revenue growth.


• Customer Service Excellence: Consistent delivery of exceptional customer service | Proven record in customer satisfaction and retention.


• Business Development: Contribution to persuasive sales pitches and new business cases | Collaborative product development with product managers and developers.


• Relationship Building: Long-term relationship establishment and management with key accounts | Trust-building with clients through dependable product delivery and consistent communication.

Achievements:
• Academic Bypass: Secured the role of Account Manager in the absence of a related bachelor's degree, underscoring distinct qualifications and practical experience.


• Leadership Excellence: Exhibited exceptional leadership acumen and actively participated in the success of the Account Management Department as a key team member.


• Consultative Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in Consultative Selling | Customer Solution Design | Business Opportunity Promotion, thereby contributing to the procurement of high-value accounts.


• Cross-Functional Synergy: Initiated and maintained effective collaboration with Product Managers and Developers, highlighting superior communication abilities and cross-functional collaboration prowess to fulfill organizational objectives.


• Business Case Success: Successfully developed and gained approval for a unique business case with one of the world's largest hotel chains, reflecting an adept comprehension of the hospitality industry and market dynamics.

Trivago - Assurance Performance
Düsseldorf, Germany

Payment Specialist
11.2017 - 03.2018

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Financial Management: Accurate Invoice and Payment Processing | Ethical Debt Collection Practices | Discrepancy Resolution | Trust-Based Relationship Building.


• Client Engagement: Customized Debt Repayment Planning | Customer Recovery and Win-Back Strategies | Handling and Resolving Customer Complaints.


• Performance and Results: Prompt Action for Outstanding Payment Recovery | Successful Tracking of Relocated Customers | Restoring and Building Future Business Relationships.

Achievements:
• Account Management Advancement: Rapidly promoted due to outstanding performance | Proficiency in Building and Sustaining Long-term Client Relationships | Demonstrated capability for Account Management.


• Sales Excellence: Demonstrated superior sales skills, closing most contracts within the first month of performance, far exceeding team expectations | Pioneered in driving Sales Performance.


• Peer Performance Surpassing: Consistently exceeded peer performance by leveraging effective communication strategies and efficient workflow methods | Championed in target achievement and delivery of exceptional results.

Trivago - Sales & Acquisition
Düsseldorf, Germany

Inside Sales Representative - B2B
05.2017 - 10.2017

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Sales Expertise: Direct Sales and Deal Closures in DACH Market | SaaS Product Sales and Support.


• Team Management: Facilitation of Knowledge Sharing | Fostering Collaborative Work Culture.


• Industry Engagement: Active Participation in Sales Meetings and Trainings | Staying Abreast of Industry Trends.


• Event Planning: Coordination of Team Lunches and Events to Boost Morale and Encourage Teamwork.

Achievements:
• Sales Efficiency: Attained Monthly Sales Targets within the first two months of employment, exemplifying rapid acclimatization and efficiency.

• Linguistic Enhancement: Amplified English Language Proficiency through strategic Cross-Functional Communication, bolstering interpersonal and professional relations.

• Sales Triumph: Surpassed set Sales Goals through the formulation and execution of innovative Sales Strategies | Captivating Presentations, driving business growth and market share.

• Rapid Advancement: Earned Promotion to the Assurance Performance Department within six months, manifesting extraordinary potential | Exceptional Performance.

Vodafone Premium Store
Duisburg, Germany

Sales Representative - B2C & B2B
08.2016 - 01.2017

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Sales and Relationship Management: Employed Consultative Selling Techniques for Mobile Devices and Services | Cultivation and Maintenance of Strong Client Relationships.


• Tech Industry Awareness: Kept Updated with Industry Trends and Advancements in Mobile Technology.


• Customer Service Excellence: Provided Exceptional Service to Both Private and Business Clients.

Achievements:
• Merit-based Advancement: Achieved Salesman position through display of exceptional Performance | Dedication | Merit, despite absence of formal business qualifications.


• Industry Knowledge: Completed Advanced Training Sessions | Participated in Industry Conferences, enriching sector-specific knowledge and skills.


• Sales Excellence: Regularly exceeded Sales Targets | Consistently achieved High-Performance Metrics, contributing significantly to the bottom line.


• Self-Initiative: Actively pursued Professional Development Opportunities, enhancing performance metrics and contributing to Organizational Success.

Vodafone
Bochum, Germany

Sales Consultant - B2C & B2B
01.2016 - 07.2016

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Sales Enhancement: Active Up-selling and Cross-Selling Strategies.


• Customer Service Excellence: Proactive Issue Resolution | High-Level Problem-Solving.


• Communication Proficiency: Exceptional Communication and Negotiation | Customer Retention Strategies.

Achievements:
• Professional Development: Persistently pursued Industry-Leading Workshops | Training Programs | Seminars, staying at the forefront of Emerging Products | Innovative Sales Techniques | Modern Communication Trends.

• Customer Retention Excellence: Achieved superior Customer Retention Rates through Proficient Issue Resolution | Exceptional Communication Skills | High-Quality Customer Relationship Management.

Vodafone
Bochum, Germany

Customer Advisor - B2C
10.2015 - 12.2015

Job overview

Responsibilities:
• Sales and Customer Relations: Acquisition and Retention of Customers | Implementation of Effective Sales Techniques | Provision of Exceptional Support | Issue and Concern Resolution.


• Product Promotion and Consultation: Promotion and Sale of Mobile Devices and Services | Target Achievement | Personalized Customer Consulting | Optimization of Cell Phone Contracts to Meet Customer Preferences.

Achievements:
• Rapid Skill Acquisition: Displayed exceptional ability in Quick Learning | Mastery of Sales Techniques | Superior Customer Service Skills, resulting in immediate performance effectiveness.


• Performance Excellence: Regularly surpassed challenging Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) | Sales Targets, establishing an impressive history of high achievement and success.


• Fast Track Advancement: Promptly ascended to the Win-Back Team within three months due to exceptional Problem-Solving Aptitude | Outstanding Performance Record.

Kreuzberger Himmel
Berlin, Germany

Executive Chef
09.2013 - 07.2015

Job overview

As an executive chef, I showcased culinary innovation and a keen understanding of food trends. I crafted diverse and sophisticated menus, controlled budget and other administrative tasks.

Achievements:

• Secured a fully integrated executive chef position, exhibiting exceptional performance and expertise without formal apprenticeship.
• Demonstrated advanced leadership skills, motivating and guiding a team to exceed customer expectations.

• Attained mastery in the food service industry, continually learning and applying hands-on experience.

Nalu - American Diner
Berlin, Germany

Head Chef
09.2012 - 08.2013

Job overview

Direct a high-performing kitchen team, training new co workers, scheduling and instilling professionalism, strong work ethic, and exemplary leadership.


Achievements:
• Rapidly promoted to Head Chef within six months of joining the diner, a testament to outstanding performance and a strong commitment to excellence.
• Fostered a dynamic and motivated team culture through superior leadership and team-building skills.
• Demonstrated adaptability in high-pressure scenarios, effectively collaborating in diverse team settings.
• Enhanced communication skills through regular interaction with a multicultural team, significantly improving English language proficiency.

Hapa Haole
Bochum, Germany

Cook
04.2011 - 05.2012

Job overview

Worked in a fast-paced kitchen environment, handling day-to-day cooking and food preparation responsibilities.

Achievements:
• Demonstrated a strong foundation in the dynamic culinary landscape, setting the stage for career progression and professional advancement.

Education

Ruhr-University
Bochum, Germany

No Degree from Philosophy
10.2010 - 05.2012

University Overview

Philosophy studies; are not continued.

Skills

Product Management: Software Specification Development Web3, Blockchain-Based Product and Smart Contract Development Market Research and Product Development dApp Design and Optimization Team Collaboration and Cross-Functional Communication Blockchain Product Road mapping Backlog Management and Requirement Refinement Critical Decision-Making Strategic Planning Product Vision and Product Vision Strategy Development Cross-Functional Teams Collaboration Feature Development Coordination Issue Resolution Industry Trend Awareness Project Delivery and Risk Management Engineering Collaboration & Technical communication

Leadership and Management: Start-Up Leadership Project and Product Management Agile Adaptability in a Rapidly Evolving Field

Technical Proficiency: Blockchain Solutions Mastery Intermediate Programming Skills with Python, SQL, Solidity, JavaScript Smart Contract Design and Implementation Debugging Tools, Testing Frameworks, Database Management

Software Development & Management: Software Specification Development Collaborative Development Project Vision Execution Business-Objective Alignment Blockchain Product Road mapping Product Backlog Management Requirement Refinement Decision Making Release Planning Issue Resolution

Project Management: Agile Blockchain Project Management Market Research and Trend Analysis Cross-Functional Team Leadership Quality Assurance and Compliance Coordination Legal and Technical Teams Collaboration Marketing and Product Development Leadership Progress Reporting and Task Execution Continuous Learning in Blockchain Innovations

Blockchain Consulting: Cross-Sector Blockchain Consulting Start-Up and Enterprise-Level Experience Staying Current with Industry Developments Advisory and Consultancy in Blockchain Technology Applications Clear Communication of Technical Concepts to Non-Technical Stakeholders Client Training and Support on Blockchain Solution Use and Maintenance

Cryptocurrency Trading: Independent Cryptocurrency Trading Investment Finance Technical and Financial Analysis Cryptocurrency and Stock Market Analysis Financial Data Interpretation Investment Strategy Development Strategic Decision-Making

Strategic Leadership: Mission Development and Market Analysis Decision Making and Strategy Formulation Product Negotiation and Legal Management Blockchain Partnership Cultivation Company Representation and Vision Execution

Account Management and Business Development: Proven Success in Sales and Client Relationship Building Experience in High-Traffic Platform Management Relationship Building and Customer Service

Soft Skills: Adaptability and Leadership Time Management and Strategic Planning Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Cross-Functional Collaboration Detailed Oriented and Analytical Effective Communication and Presentation Complex Information Translation for Diverse Audiences

Software and Technical Skills: Mixpanel and Google Analytics Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and Figma Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and Apple iWork Agile, Waterfall, Kanban, and Scrum Methodologies Visual Studio Code and Xcode Git, GitHub, and Bitbucket Chrome DevTools and Visual Studio Debugger Pytest and Jasmine MySQL Workbench and MongoDB Compass Docker

Interests

I have been a professional DJ for over 15 years and currently working on a daily podcast I also enjoy exploring new places and outdoor activities such as camping, swimming, being in nature, and spending quality time with family and friends

Timeline

Blockchain Consultant
Freelance
05.2022 - Current
CTO & Technical Product Manager
CryptoVinyl
03.2020 - Current
Product Manager
CryptoVinyl
03.2020 - Current
Product Owner
CryptoVinyl
03.2020 - Current
Project Manager
CryptoVinyl
03.2020 - Current
Startup Founder
CryptoVinyl
03.2020 - Current
Account Manager - B2B
Trivago - Account Management
04.2018 - 02.2020
Cryptocurrency Trader
Self-employeed
01.2018 - Current
Payment Specialist
Trivago - Assurance Performance
11.2017 - 03.2018
Inside Sales Representative - B2B
Trivago - Sales & Acquisition
05.2017 - 10.2017
Sales Representative - B2C & B2B
Vodafone Premium Store
08.2016 - 01.2017
Sales Consultant - B2C & B2B
Vodafone
01.2016 - 07.2016
Customer Advisor - B2C
Vodafone
10.2015 - 12.2015
Executive Chef
Kreuzberger Himmel
09.2013 - 07.2015
Head Chef
Nalu - American Diner
09.2012 - 08.2013
Cook
Hapa Haole
04.2011 - 05.2012
Ruhr-University
No Degree from Philosophy
10.2010 - 05.2012
Adam MartinStartup Founder | Product Manager