Apr 26, 2024

Startup Mindset, Blockchain Barriers and the Future of Decentralized Computing with Tim O’Brien

Startup Mindset, Blockchain Barriers and the Future of Decentralized Computing with Tim O'Brien

Embrace the Shit Running Towards You!" Join us for the second episode of What The 3, the no-bs podcast for emerging tech startups. In this episode, we sit down with Tim O'Brien, co-founder of Node Army, who shares his incredible journey from military officer to blockchain entrepreneur. Tim dives deep into the challenges of scaling a tech venture, the importance of building the right team, and the lessons he's learned from his unconventional career path. He also shares his insights on the future of decentralized computing, the barriers to mass adoption in the blockchain space, and how his startup is working to overcome them. Throughout the episode, Tim emphasizes the value of resilience, embracing failure, and maintaining a sense of humor in the face of adversity. He reveals his 'Startup Desert Island' essentials and the one piece of advice he'd give to aspiring entrepreneurs. This episode is packed with unfiltered insights and practical wisdom that will resonate with anyone building a startup in the emerging tech space.

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Startup Mindset, Blockchain Barriers and the Future of Decentralized Computing with Tim O’Brien

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Tim O’Brien

Tim O’Brien is a true jack of all trades whose dynamic career has taken him around the globe. With a law degree under his belt, Tim has served as a British Army officer and delved into the world of investment banking, including a stint in Silicon Valley during the Web 1.0 era. His expertise in high-risk environments is extensive, having worked as a mercenary and risk specialist in hotspots like Iraq, Afghanistan, Sudan, Colombia, and Nigeria.

In the realm of security and defense technology, Tim has been instrumental in achieving two SPAC listings on NASDAQ for U.S. government agencies. His academic pursuits include a Postgraduate degree in Fraud Management, and he has applied this knowledge practically as a fraud investigator.

Tim’s commitment to humanitarian efforts is evident from his time as an aid worker across various countries including Sierra Leone, Senegal, Kenya, Panama, Lesvos (Greece), Croatia, Macedonia, Kosovo, and Thailand. He has also held the position of Chief of Staff for ultra-high-net-worth individuals.

Currently, Tim is channeling his entrepreneurial spirit into the biotechnology field and specializes in blockchain governance. He previously ran the Accelerator Program for the Constellation Network.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Tim is a bearded ultrarunner and a devoted single dad. At 52, he prides himself on being fitter than at any time in his life.

In this episode, we sit down with Tim O’Brien, co-founder of Node Army, who shares his incredible journey from military officer to blockchain entrepreneur. Tim dives deep into the challenges of scaling a tech venture, the importance of building the right team, and the lessons he’s learned from his unconventional career path. He also shares his insights on the future of decentralized computing, the barriers to mass adoption in the blockchain space, and how his startup is working to overcome them.Throughout the episode, Tim emphasizes the value of resilience, embracing failure, and maintaining a sense of humor in the face of adversity. He reveals his ‘Startup Desert Island’ essentials and the one piece of advice he’d give to aspiring entrepreneurs. This episode is packed with unfiltered insights and practical wisdom that will resonate with anyone building a startup in the emerging tech space.