Simone Maini

Simone Maini is a seasoned leader in blockchain intelligence and financial services, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Elliptic, a globally recognized blockchain intelligence firm. Since joining Elliptic in 2016 as COO, she has been instrumental in shaping its mission to detect illicit activity on the Bitcoin blockchain and provide innovative solutions for financial institutions and law enforcement agencies. Elevated to CEO in 2020, Simone continues to guide Elliptic as a trusted standard in the blockchain ecosystem. The company has received numerous accolades under her leadership, including the 2015 Security Project of the Year Award from The Banker and recognition in the KPMG Fintech 100.

Simone’s career spans over a decade of expertise in corporate finance and strategic innovation. Prior to Elliptic, she held senior roles at Kroll, where she specialized in product strategy and innovation, and at Deutsche Bank, where she worked closely with senior management to enhance the operational efficiency of its Corporate Finance division. Her ability to bridge financial services and emerging technologies has solidified her reputation as a trailblazer in fintech and blockchain intelligence.

• Elliptic, Chief Executive Officer: Apr 2020 - Present
• Elliptic, COO: Aug 2016 - Apr 2020
• Kroll, Senior Director, Product Strategy & Innovation: Oct 2014 - Aug 2016
• Kroll, Associate Director: Jan 2012 - Oct 2014
• Deutsche Bank, Corporate Finance Business Management: May 2005 - Jan 2012
• Deutsche Bank, Graduate Rotation Scheme: Aug 2004 - May 2005

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