Stephan Apel

Stephan Apel is a founder and crypto enthusiast who currently serves as a Partner and Investment Lead at Outlier Ventures, a leading venture capital firm focused on investing in blockchain and Web 3.0 technologies. With over a decade of experience in the technology industry, he has gained a deep understanding of blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize various sectors. As a Partner at Outlier Ventures, Stephan is responsible for leading the firm's investment activities and identifying promising blockchain startups to invest in. He is also actively involved in the development of the firm's investment thesis, which is focused on investing in startups that are building the infrastructure and applications that will power the emerging Web 3.0 ecosystem. Prior to joining Outlier Ventures, Stephan has held various leadership roles at leading technology companies such as Cloudera, MapR, and Hortonworks. He has also served as a consultant for numerous technology startups, advising them on business and market strategy. Stephan is a well-known figure in the blockchain industry and regularly shares his insights and perspectives on Twitter and other social media channels. He is also a frequent speaker at blockchain and technology conferences around the world.