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Team & culture

Nurturing talent, encouraging growth and empowering a culture of inclusivity and learning.

The Applied Blockchain team
The team celebrating 10 years of Applied Blockchain
Leadership

Our founding team brings in 20+ years of experience in enterprise IT architecture, big data, artificial intelligence, integration and solution delivery in telecommunications and financial services.

Adi Ben-Ari
Adi Ben-Ari
Founder & CEO

Adi has over 20 years of enterprise software experience. In 2015, he founded Applied Blockchain in London and focused on leading major blockchain and advanced cryptography solutions for businesses.

Adi is widely recognised as an independent thought leader in the industry, a noted speaker at major conferences, and acts as an advisor for a number of startups. His work has been noted by the UK Government, where he was invited to present at Parliament, the House of Lords, and at University College London.

Adi has co-invented and designed a number of patents related to confidential computing, cryptography, blockchain and mobile payments. His most recent projects include the launch of Silent Data: a product suite providing a data privacy layer for blockchains.

Andrew Campbell
Andrew Campbell
Head of AI
Maria Dragan
Maria Dragan
Head of People and Enablement
Tudor Popescu
Tudor Popescu
Operations & Finance Manager
Christopher Miller
Christopher Miller
Customer Solutions Engineer
Giovanni Pinto
Giovanni Pinto
Solutions Architect
Cláudia Neves
Cláudia Neves
People Operations & Culture Manager
Anna Zambon
Anna Zambon
Growth & Strategy Executive
Culture

Core values

Take the lead

Encouraging ownership and creativity empowers the team to explore new ideas and drive progress.

“Lean in”

New ideas and perspectives are welcomed. Change is embraced with an openness to new ways of thinking.

Embracing technology

A strong focus on blockchain and privacy reshapes business landscapes and fosters progress.

Team player

Collaboration is central. Supporting and mentoring each other strengthens the team and leads to notable outcomes.

Transparency

An environment where openness is valued. Sharing challenges and trusting the team drives collaboration.

Embrace challenges

Curiosity is key. Mistakes are seen as opportunities to grow, adapt, and push boundaries further.

Learning together

Openly discussing challenges and ideas fosters continuous growth and improvement throughout the company.

High standards

Commitment to excellence, quality, and professionalism sets high expectations for both individuals and the industry.

Lasting relationships

Trust grows from a foundation of fairness, openness, and transparency, creating strong, lasting partnerships.

The team

In their own words

Working at Applied Blockchain is a rewarding journey. I get to collaborate with brilliant minds in blockchain and cryptography, and help clients realise the true potential of decentralised technologies, all within a team that thrives on innovation.
Anna ZambonGrowth & Strategy Executive
Life at Applied Blockchain
Being part of an international team from Brazil, building something truly innovative, is a dream come true.
Laura MascottoQA Analyst
Life at Applied Blockchain
It's been a pleasure to work at Applied Blockchain over the past 3 years, developing solutions that deliver real value with modern technologies. I've learned a lot and evolved as both a person and a professional.
André FariaSoftware Engineer
Life at Applied Blockchain
Applied Blockchain is my first workplace, as the company grew and evolved, I grew with it, through the ups and downs, challenges, and achievements. 5 years in, and hopefully more to come.
Maria DraganHead of People and Enablement
Life at Applied Blockchain
My time at Applied Blockchain has been a journey of growth and discovery. I've stepped out of my comfort zone, uncovered my strengths, and contributed to something with real impact, alongside a brilliant, creative, and supportive team.
Sílvia MoraisPeople Operations and Culture
Life at Applied Blockchain
I've never worked anywhere that mixes creativity, challenge, and fun quite like this. Every day is different, and the people make it something I genuinely look forward to.
Grace MacKeithMarketing
Life at Applied Blockchain

Sound like your kind of team?