SPEAKERS

David Burke is Head of Client and Partner Strategy for BlockTower Capital, an institutional investment firm leveraging the knowledge and experience of traditional investing into digital and blockchain technologies and assets. Prior to joining BlockTower, Mr. Burke was Global Head of Distribution and Investor Relations for Orchard Global, leading all business development, investor relations, and client-related activities. Previously, Mr. Burke held a similar role as Partner and Chief Client Officer at MKP Capital Management. Prior to joining MKP in 2011, Mr. Burke was a Partner and Head of Strategic Initiatives at Arrowhawk Capital Partners. Previously, Mr. Burke was a Managing Director and member of the Americas Management Committee for DEPFA BANK plc. During Mr. Burke’s 30-year career, he has held roles in emerging markets, financial institutions, fixed-income, and municipal finance in New York, London, and Johannesburg.

Mr. Burke is an Advisory Board Member of StoriedData, a next-generation digital publishing, information distribution, and software service. Mr. Burke is a Board Member of the Connecticut Hedge Fund Association. Earlier in his career, Mr. Burke was active in several national and state political campaigns and served as a Commissioner of the United States Commission for the Preservation of America’s Heritage Abroad.

Mr. Burke and his family live in Jackson, Wyoming.