Cory Lester

Cory Lester is a founder and crypto enthusiast associated with Morgan Creek Capital Management. He joined the company in 2018 and currently serves as the Director of Business Development. With more than a decade of experience in financial services, he has been actively involved in advocating blockchain and cryptocurrency adoption among institutional investors. In his current role, he is responsible for identifying and developing relationships with new potential partners and clients for Morgan Creek's blockchain and digital asset solutions. As a vocal proponent of decentralization, he aims to bridge the gap between the traditional financial world and the emerging blockchain industry. Before joining Morgan Creek, Cory worked at Red Rock Capital, a private investment firm based in San Francisco. He has also held various positions in technology and finance, including as a senior analyst at Deloitte Consulting and a portfolio manager at Driehaus Capital Management. As a thought leader in the blockchain industry, Cory has given several keynote speeches and participated in panel discussions at conferences worldwide. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Management Information Systems from Indiana University. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-lester-3a7b2a1/ Morgan Creek Capital Management: https://morgancreekcap.com/leadership-team/cory-lester/