Michael Shlayen

Connecting Web3, Crypto, Blockchain, AI Ecosystems - Recruitment | Executive Search | Talent & Jobs | VC | Funding | Marketing | Advisory | Real Estate | Bitcoin | Ethereum | DeFi

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Follow me for insights on Crypto, Blockchain, Web3, Bitcoin, Stablecoins, DeFi, Ethereum, Infrastructure, and AI - especially around jobs, careers & hiring in this fast-moving industry.

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👩🏽‍🚀 If you're exploring career opportunities in the industry - apply via https://blockchainheadhunter.com/jobs
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🚀 About Me

With over two decades in recruitment, executive search, marketing, and consulting, I help founders, funds, and teams scale globally.

In 2016, I discovered Bitcoin and blockchain and immediately recognized their potential to reshape finance, ownership, and work itself. Since then, I’ve been deeply involved in building the crypto talent ecosystem - connecting innovators with builders, investors, and visionaries shaping the future of money, infrastructure, and decentralized technology.

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🔹 Blockchain Headhunter — blockchainheadhunter.com

Founded in 2017 as one of the first specialized crypto & Web3 recruitment agencies, we’ve completed 340+ placements across DeFi, Infra, Layer-1s, Layer-2s, Gaming, AI, and Stablecoin projects, from startups to unicorns.
Our 300,000+ community of crypto professionals gives us unmatched reach into developers, founders, investors, and executives across the ecosystem.

Roles we place:
🧠 Engineering (Solidity, Rust, Cosmos, zk, smart contracts, protocol, infra)
📈 Marketing, Growth, Community, Tokenomics, Product
⚖️ Legal, Finance, Operations
🎯 Executive & C-suite (CEO, COO, CTO, CMO, CFO, Head of Engineering, Head of Product)

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🔹 Crypto Funding — cryptofunding.vc

We connect Web3 startups, investors, and venture funds, helping early-stage teams raise capital and expand through our global founder and VC network.
We’ve facilitated multi-million-dollar rounds and bring insider visibility into funding trends, token launches, and strategic partnerships.

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🔹 Crypto Real Estate — cryptorealestate.cc

The largest platform for buying and selling real estate with crypto, featuring 1,500+ listings globally. Explore opportunities, list your property, or diversify your portfolio using digital assets.

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🔹 CryptoCareer.cc — cryptocareer.cc

Helping professionals transition, grow, and advance their careers in Web3 through expert coaching & insights

Founder & CEO

🔹 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐡𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 - https://blockchainheadhunter.com/

I founded one of the first recruitment agencies in the space at that time in 2017, which remains among the leading talent providers in crypto & web3 ever since.

During these years we have completed hundreds of recruitment assignments for some of the top companies and startups in the industry. We have also built the largest online talent community in crypto with 150k followers across various social platforms. which provides us with a unique insight and access to top professionals, companies and stakeholders in web3, allowing us to make meaningful connections.

If you are exploring jobs or hiring in crypto, web3, blockchain, defi, nft you are welcome to connect here or via Telegram @blockchainheadhunter. 

You can also explore, apply for all open positions as well as join our communities across the web here - https://bit.ly/3JNu65s.

Positions we are placing - Software engineers, developers, architects, devops (ethereum, solidity, smart contracts substrate, rust, polkadot, cosmos etc); Marketing, community, copywriting, social media, content managers; Tokenomics; Product; Legal; Finance; Operations; C-suite, CEO, COO, CMO, CTO etc

Viral Astra

Provided valuable assistance in moderating the online platforms, ensuring a positive user experience and maintaining a safe and engaging environment.

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

Linkedin marketing Intern

Blockchain Headhunter

•I help manage a community with over a 100,000 thousand members across all of it's platforms online 

• I was able curb the issue of spamming which was rampant in the community before taking charge

• Built meaningful connection with members of the telegram community

Head of Community

DAST Technology 

I am working with the management team to build a vibrant community. 

we are on a mission to build a community of web3 adoptors in Africa.

COMMUNITY LEAD

Joysticklabs

Community Manager

Hi,I am Ottis (he/him). I am a seasoned community builder experienced in audience development, community management, and strategic team planning. 

I am actively seeking opportunities in the business, cryptocurrency, and Web3 sectors, combining my expertise in content creation and community management with authoritative leadership. 

✒As dedicated Social media and community manager for a cutting-edge crypto project, I am passionate about bringing people together and fostering meaningful connections within the blockchain ecosystem. With extensive experience in building and managing online communities, I am adept at leveraging social media, forums, and other digital channels to drive engagement and cultivate a vibrant user base.


💡In my current role, I am responsible for overseeing all aspects of community management, from moderating discussions and responding to inquiries to organizing events and creating compelling content. I am deeply committed to fostering a positive and inclusive community culture, and I work tirelessly to ensure that our users feel heard, supported, and empowered.


🌟Beyond my technical expertise and strategic acumen, I am also a skilled communicator and relationship-builder. Whether engaging with users, collaborating with colleagues, or representing our project at industry events, I am always focused on building authentic, long-lasting connections.


👨‍💻If you are looking for a community manager who is passionate about blockchain technology and committed to building a thriving community, look no further. I would be thrilled to discuss how I can contribute to your project's success.


Interested in connecting with me? Inbox me a DM🤝 or

 send me an email 📩 @ myweb3hustle@gmail.com 

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