London, England, United Kingdom
Sanja Kon is a seasoned digital executive, entrepreneur, and public speaker deeply committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and a culture of continuous improvement. Currently serving as Vice President for EMEA at Circle, she's leading the charge in reshaping the financial landscape with a mission to promote an open, global, and accessible financial system. Sanja is also an accomplished author, with her debut book, "Web3 and Blockchain 4 Women," already a bestseller on Amazon. Sanja's drive to revolutionize payment systems is exemplified by her pivotal role as Co-founder and CEO of Utrust (now xMoney), a pioneering European web3 payment platform. The successful acquisition of Utrust by MultiversX solidified a strong foundation for a future where crypto payments seamlessly integrate into mainstream commerce. Before her journey at Utrust, Sanja showcased her expertise by spearheading cross-functional teams at PayPal, driving the development and execution of the Marketplace proposition. At eBay, she was instrumental in crafting the European Partnerships strategy, leaving an indelible mark. As a multilingual communicator and influential figure, Sanja has consistently demonstrated her prowess in building and leading international teams in complex commercial landscapes. Her engaging public speaking engagements at international conferences, reaching thousands of attendees, have centered on pivotal subjects such as innovation, change, women's rights, and the power of inclusion. Beyond her executive pursuits, Sanja dedicates her time as an advisor and investor to startups, wholeheartedly supporting promising ideas that contribute to a brighter future.
Member of Abundance360. Abundance360 is Singularity University’s highest-level program run by Singularity Founder Peter H. Diamandis, MD. This year-round leadership program is designed for founders, executives, and investors who are ready to create meaningful impact and leave a legacy.
Web3 payments technology. The radically better way to pay and get paid globally. Acquired and part of the MultiverseX group in 2022.
• Designed and implemented the Corporate and Business Development strategy, raised 21M USD through a regulated ICO • Built revenue-driving partnerships with key international players
Connect your Exchanges, Wallets, DeFi protocols, CeFi accounts, NFTs, in one single location to keep all your crypto-assets under control and be compliant with laws and tax provisions of your country. Calculate stock and capital gain, then create and download ready-to-use reports.
PayPal for Marketplaces provides payment solutions for businesses that connect consumers with other organizations: • Designed and Launched the UK PayPal for Marketplaces product and strategy • Built revenue-driving partnerships with key international players