Thom Ivy is a blockchain ecosystem architect with over seven years of experience scaling networks, building developer communities, and driving platform adoption. He has led the launch of blockchain networks securing over $1 billion in participation and scaled validator ecosystems to 700+ nodes, including making Webb’s Tangle Network the 5th largest Substrate testnet in three months. Thom specializes in designing developer incentives, forging strategic partnerships, and optimizing governance structures for sustainable growth.

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As Head of Network at Edgeware, Thom secured $1 billion in ETH participation from over 15 million unique addresses and transitioned the network to DAO governance, empowering community-led development. At Webb, he developed privacy-preserving compute marketplaces and comprehensive developer resources, reducing integration time and boosting security standards. His leadership extends to partnerships with industry leaders like Binance, which expanded liquidity and adoption for Edgeware’s ecosystem.

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Thom’s approach blends technical expertise with strategic insight. He bridges innovation and user adoption, creating environments where developers thrive and ecosystems scale. With a background in marketing, governance, and community-building, Thom is a driving force in advancing Web3 protocols across DeFi, privacy, and governance.