Global Leaders

Speakers

SmartCon brings together the world’s leading voices in finance, Web3, and government to share firsthand insights on how blockchain and onchain technologies are transforming industries, institutions, and the global economy—sparking critical conversations that chart the course of an onchain future.

Sean Chung
Blockchain Partnerships, APAC Lead, Chainlink Labs
Shaz Jaleel
Head of MENA - BD, Chainlink Labs
Zachary Fallon
Global Co-Chair of the Digital Assets & Web3 Practice, Latham & Watkins
NOV 4-5, 2025  |  THE METROPOLITAN PAVILION

Where Worlds Converge.

Rodrigo Coelho
CEO, Edge & Node
Rodrigo Coelho is a serial entrepreneur and seasoned technology leader and early Web3 innovator with over two decades of experience in engineering, entrepreneurship, and decentralized infrastructure. In 2025, he became Chief Executive Officer of Edge & Node, the core developer of The Graph, where he guides the company’s vision, strategy, and global growth.

Rodrigo was the first hire for The Graph, playing a pivotal role in its early architecture, ecosystem development, and community expansion. His career began in the late 1990s, when he co-founded an application development firm during the early web era, delivering solutions for Fortune 500 clients. He later founded and successfully exited two technology startups, further solidifying his track record in innovation and leadership.

With a foundation in Industrial Engineering, Rodrigo is recognized for his strategic vision and deep technical expertise. He is committed to advancing the decentralized web, empowering developers, and fostering a thriving global community through research, partnerships, and open innovation.