Our
Staff
Amanda Wick
Founder and CEO
Michelle O’Connor
Chief Strategic Officer
Yari Farias
Director of Operations
Michelle O’Connor
Chief Strategic Officer
Michelle O'Connor is the Vice President of Brand & Communications at TaxBit, a prominent industry leader in tax and accounting for digital assets. With her expertise and passion, Michelle is a powerhouse that spearheads all marketing and public relations efforts to position TaxBit as a force to be reckoned with.
Michelle's impact extends far beyond her role at TaxBit. As the Expansion Chair at NYC Women in FinTech, she drives the growth and empowerment of women in the financial technology sector. Her commitment to fostering innovation led her to serve on the Board of Directors of Crypto Connect and the Blockchain Steering Committee of the Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA), where she actively shapes the future of these emerging technologies.
Renowned as a seasoned speaker, Michelle captivates audiences with her deep knowledge and insights into the realms of crypto, web3, and fintech. Throughout her impressive 20-year career, she has graced numerous prestigious conferences, establishing herself as a subject matter expert in these cutting-edge fields.
A seasoned technology and financial services executive, Michelle is the Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Global Communications at TaxBit. In this role, she leads all marketing and public relations to elevate TaxBit’s brand as an industry leader. Her team promotes an inclusive culture, driving engagement, and encouraging thought leadership and collaboration.
In addition to her role at TaxBit, Michelle is a well-known FinTech leader, Voted top 30 FinTech Marketer and Leading Web3 Executive.
She is passionate about improving access to financial services for the unbanked and has a proven track record of leading brand management, marketing communications, and community building in the FinTech space.
Before joining TaxBit, she was the VP of Marketing and Community at Uphold, a digital money platform. In that role, she developed and implemented the brand’s marketing strategy, brought cohesion and intention to the brand voice, and facilitated Uphold’s online community. She also managed public relations, content marketing and development, and social media strategy.
Michelle is also the Expansion Chair of NYC FinTech Women, a founding member of the Association Women in Crypto member, advisor for The Financial Club and Blockchain steering committee of WTIA.
Our
Board
Adilah Holivay
Consultant and Founder
Ayana Murphy
Board Member
Beth Bisbee
Board Member
Gabriella Kusz
Board Member
Mike Carter
Board Member
Steve Vallas
Board Member
Adilah Holivay
Consultant and Founder
Adilah Holivay is the Principal Consultant and Founder of DNA Legacy Blockchain Brokerage LLC, where she leads cryptocurrency auditing, blockchain forensics, and regulatory compliance initiatives. With over 15 years of experience in the financial services sector, Adilah has worked with various Fortune 500 companies, including Deloitte’s elite Business Core Practice, specializing in systems and application modernization for financial institutions, and Cardtronics, now known as NCR Atleos, where she bridged traditional finance with decentralized ecosystems.
She previously served as the Chair of the Board of Directors for NABCRMP and currently serves as a Board Advisor for Blockchain Lex Group, a global think tank focused on advancing regulatory frameworks in blockchain and digital asset governance. As the Regional Ambassador of Texas for the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency (AWIC), Adilah is committed to increasing awareness, education, and access within the Web3 space.
Recognized for her expertise, Adilah is a frequent speaker at industry panels and is featured in GRC Outlook Digital, where she shapes conversations around compliance, innovation, and financial inclusion in the digital economy.
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