Ed Gemmal
*-**-*** *************, *******-ku, Tokyo, Japan 150-0034 ****.******@*****.*** +81-701******* eduardo-s-gemmal-65234924 EddieStrada edgemmal.com PROFILE
•EMBA (Class of March 2025) - Quantic School of
Business and Technology
•High-performing Account/Sales Manager with 10+
years of experience in a diverse range of markets
and expertise in Blockchain/Crypto technologies,
SaaS, Fintech, Sales, Client Relations, and Business Development.
•Certified Fullstack Web Developer (Ruby on Rails
and Python, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, SQL and
Database Schema, BootStrap, Figma +, Server and
Network Architecture)
•Salesforce and other CRMs
•SEO techniques
•Solution-driven / problem-solving skills
•Customer-oriented
•Excellent communication skills/ability to
communicate with stakeholders of several levels
•Client Support and Communications management
•Fintech System Monitoring and Reporting
•Project Management and Operations skills
•Language skills: English (native), Portuguese
(native), and Spanish (advanced business)
•Highly adaptable and skilled team player
EDUCATION
EMBA,
Quantic School of Business and Technology
03/2025
Honor Student - Grade 96.7%
Certification in Blockchain Technologies and
Business Innovation, MASSACHUSETTS INST.
of TECHNOLOGY (MIT) - Sloan School of
Management
10/2018
Certification in Full-stack WebDevelopment,
LE WAGON CODING BOOTCAMP
11/2019 Tokyo, Japan
Ruby on Rails, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, SQL
Certification in Financial Markets - Prof
Robert Schiller, YALE UNIVERSITY
03/2018
Honor Student - Grade: 95,2%
WORK EXPERIENCE
Global BizDev & Growth, Datachain/Toki
02/2024 – present Tokyo/Dubai
•Sourcing and developing global/domestic financial enterprise companies
•Responsible for promoting the introduction of Datachain and Toki Interoperability, Smart contracts, and Tokenization solutions to domestic and overseas markets
•Corporate Planning - Developing company-wide business plans and organizational plans in collaboration with the management team
•Expanding strategic partnerships across the Globe and identifying key industry stakeholders with a focus on B2B and B2C target markets
•Developing and maintaining long-lasting relationships with existing strategic partners in the Web3, Fintech, and Financial sectors worldwide
•Responsible for developing, promoting, and executing Marketing and Growth Strategies alongside the Marketing and Business Development teams - activities include: presenting, participating in online and offline events worldwide, live streaming and interviews, extending and negotiating deals with prospective partner projects and service providers, and much more
•Creating management strategies and business plans for the Blockchain technology, Web3, and Crypto sectors
Account Executive/Account Manager, AlphaPoint
10/2021 – 10/2023 New York, USA
•Sales cycle management utilizing superior communication, presentation, and organizational skills to achieve maximum sales and the highest level of customer service
•Multimillion-dollar governmental account management
•Secure trusting and enduring relationships with international customers at the C-Suite and Stakeholder levels
•Simultaneous multiple crypto-trading projects/account management for clients in all continents by developing SaaS Crypto Exchange products, Crypto Wallet Applications, and Liquidity Systems
•Project Management and Operations activities coordination for larger accounts (Agile/Scrum) along with the respective teams to ensure client satisfaction
•Guaranteed clear communication via progress reports and periodic presentations
•Management/Client communications/System monitoring and Alerting support in cooperation with Monitoring and Security teams
•Constant process revision and improvement in cooperation with the Senior teams
•Financial reporting/AR management of dedicated accounts in cooperation with the Finance team
•Client negotiations/Upselling/Contract revisions with a focus on client well-being and satisfaction throughout the process Certificate in International Business, Funcex
01/2018 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Certification in Computer Science - Python,
UDACITY
06/2018
Technical Certificate in Supply Chain Control
and Planning, SENAI
08/2008 Rio de Janeiro, Brasil
B.A. Mass Communication and Journalism,
FACHA - FACULDADES INTEGRADAS HELIO
ALONSO
01/2000 – 01/2005 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
LANGUAGES
English
Portuguese
Spanish
Japanese
AWARDS
Honor Student, Yale University
Certificate in Financial Markets (with honors)
Honor Student, EMBA - Quantic School of
Business and Technology
Graduated with honors.
TECH PROJECTS (PERSONAL)
GAIMA WORLD, Consultant/Advisor
03/2023 – present
•Consultant for Web3, Business Development,
Fundraising, and Growth Strategies globally
•Identifying and developing strategic partnerships, stakeholders, and talents in Gaming, AI,
Blockchain/Web3, Design, and Development sectors
Flavie - http://Flavie.co, A Web App that turns
Youtube videos into flashcards(Ruby on
Rails/JS/HTML/CSS)
•Backend capacity generating Controller actions in an MVC model / Frontend capacity developing the
UI/UX features as well as Visual Concept of the
Layout and Logo/Brand
•Project Management: organizing and tracking the
Team's progress
Overseas Business Development/Account Manager,
ChainUp Japan
06/2020 – 10/2021 Tokyo, Beijing, Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Singapore
•Forged trusting and enduring relationships with international customers at the C-Suite and Stakeholder levels to maximize client retention and satisfaction
•Reported to and created business strategies directly with the CEO
(Japanese branch) and the VP (Beijing HQ) to promote revenue growth and achieve mid and long-term goals
•Managed multiple crypto-trading projects for clients in all continents by developing SaaS Crypto Exchange products, Crypto Wallet Applications, DeFi, and Liquidity systems (B2B), as well as crypto investment products such as FILECOIN and CHIA Mining instruments (B2B/B2C)
•Set and reached ambitious sales goals and reached company KPIs in access of 500,000 USD/year by self-developing 50-100 new leads/prospects a week and closing 1 new major product deal per month
•Consistently outperformed goals through the development of successful business initiatives and effective sales leadership by managing a team of associates and independent representatives
•Utilized superior communication, presentation, and organizational skills to achieve maximum sales targets and the highest level of customer service
•Consistently worked with the Tech team to onboard and integrate new clients and develop existing client relationships
•Contract negotiations
•Managed full sales cycle, including post-sales/client relations with a focus on upselling additional products and solutions
•Created Digital Marketing strategies for Japan and Overseas Markets
•Utilized programming skills in developing the Japan office's Landing Page and optimized it for organic traffic purposes (via SEO techniques)
Business Development Manager,
Latoken Crypto Asset Exchange
09/2019 – 06/2020 Tokyo, Japan
•Developing leadership skills by promoting events and presenting products
•Client Relationship Management: Establishing and maintaining long-lasting relationships with corporate clients at the C-Suite level and Stakeholders
•Developing sales leads for the Global Sales Team through digital media, face-to-face meetings, and video conference
•Contract negotiation
•Collaborating with external allies using business strategy, planning, and promotion to generate new business
•Continuous market research and data-driven business strategy planning
Lead English Teacher, Kids Duo
07/2018 – 08/2019 Chiba, Japan
•Managed the class schedules, content, and format throughout the curriculum
•Created purposeful lesson plans, led classes, and supported staff in developing team and class management activities
•Client-facing activities by providing updates on the children's progress, health, and emotional well-being to parents.
•Kept logs, in-depth portfolios, and assessments of each child. Hello World Packages -
http://www.edgemmal.com/, A Web App
Marketplace for local treats from around the
globe(Ruby on Rails/JS/HTML/CSS)
•Fullstack capacity - Conceptualized, planned,
launched the User Journey on Figma, Setup the
Backend MVC model, and Frontend Layout
Mister Mixer - http://www.edgemmal.com/,
A Marketplace type App to create/show/edit
your drink recipes(Ruby on Rails/JS/HTML/CSS)
•Architected and designed the whole concept and
MVC structure
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Beach Cleaning Volunteer,
SEGO Initiative Project
2018 Fujisawa Beach, Japan
Fujisawa Beach Cleaning Project - SEGO Initiative
Counseling; Consultant,
Student body member (MOVVES/ ATUAÇÃO)
1999 – 2003 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Social: Soup kitchen volunteer;
Ecology: reforestation projects;
Media: event and video production among poor
communities.
Sales Business Partner, JungleMe
10/2013 – 03/2018 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
•Sales, Content Marketing, Social Media, Customer Relations Management and Tour guidance
•Generated 30% increase in Business revenue, and 50% Company growth in 2 years Increase in client satisfaction, retention and return in the 1st 2 years
•Supported the Sales, Marketing and Product teams in providing relevant account information
•Proactively managed client satisfaction and service delivery New Business Development, Marketing and Media
Manager, Rob Digital
01/2010 – 03/2011 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
•Strategy and Product Development, Overseas Contract Negotiation, Content Management; Digital Marketing/Sales, Market research
•Brand and Business promotion on Events and Social Media
•Created new revenue streams by cultivating successful partnerships with overseas clients such as, Spotify, Amoeba and iTunes stores, as well as independent buyers in Japan, increasing revenue by 15% in 1 year period
Business Owner, Electronics Recycling Business
10/2007 – 10/2009 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
•Developed a reputation as an efficient service provider
•Positive reviews acknowledging dedication to excellent customer service and client relations
•Supply chain/operations management