TL;DR
- Diego Oliva, the first CEO of the Starknet Foundation, is stepping down after a year and a half in the role.
- James Strudwick, who joined the Foundation in January 2024, will assume the role of Executive Director.
- Under Oliva’s leadership, the Foundation made significant progress, including the implementation of several key projects and the signing of agreements with more than 100 infrastructure teams.
Starknet Foundation has announced a major transition in its leadership.
Diego Oliva, who has served as the Foundation’s first CEO since March 2023, has decided to step down from his position.
We would like to share the news of a change happening @StarknetFndn.@jdiegooliva who has served as the first CEO of the Foundation since March 2023, will be stepping down after successfully establishing a strong team and structure.@strjd87, who has been with the Foundation… pic.twitter.com/LmRNavbxII
— Starknet Foundation (@StarknetFndn) August 6, 2024
Oliva was chosen for this position after an exhaustive search due to his experience and skills in business management.
During his tenure, he played a crucial role in building a solid structure and a highly qualified team, allowing the Foundation to establish a firm foundation for its future growth.
Under Oliva’s leadership, the Starknet Foundation achieved numerous significant milestones.
One of the notable achievements was the implementation of the Provisions project, which marked an important step forward in the development of the Foundation.
Additionally, Oliva oversaw the launch of several key initiatives, such as DeFi Spring, Seed Grants, and the Catalyst and Propulsion programs, which have contributed to the growth and expansion of the Starknet ecosystem.
The Foundation also signed agreements with more than 100 infrastructure teams, a testament to the success and expansion of its projects.
With Oliva’s resignation, James Strudwick will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer.
Strudwick has been with the Foundation since January 2024, serving as Head of Ecosystem Growth.
His experience in the web3 space, including his work on DeFi projects and L1 and L2 scaling, positions him as the ideal candidate to continue the Foundation’s mission.
Strudwick has proven to be a creative and energetic leader, and his transition to the role of CEO is intended to ensure the continuity and growth of the Starknet ecosystem.
The transition process will be assisted by Oliva over the next month to ensure a smooth and seamless transition.
His departure marks the end of an important stage for the Foundation, which now prepares to move forward under Strudwick’s leadership.
The Starknet Foundation deeply appreciates Oliva’s contributions and expresses its excitement for the future under the new leadership.
Continuity and Future of Starknet
With the arrival of James Strudwick as Executive Director, the Starknet Foundation faces a new chapter in its development.
Known for his innovative approach and deep understanding of the web3 ecosystem, Strudwick is well positioned to carry forward the Foundation’s vision and goals.
Your experience and skills in the area of ecosystem growth will be crucial to meet the challenges and take advantage of the opportunities that lie ahead.
The leadership transition also underscores the maturity and stability achieved by the Foundation under Oliva’s leadership.
The structure and team that Oliva helped build provide a solid foundation upon which Strudwick can continue to develop and implement new strategies.
Continuity in leadership will allow the Foundation to maintain momentum in its existing projects and continue to explore new areas of growth.
In addition, continued collaboration and support from the community and Foundation partners will be vital to the success of this transition.
With a robust team and a clear vision for the future, the Starknet Foundation is well equipped to continue advancing its mission of strengthening the Starknet ecosystem and fostering the adoption of new technologies in the web3 space.
