 Owen Healy Blockchain Talent

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Kilkenny Limestone Quarries Ltd.

Experts in the extraction, manufacture and supply of Irish Blue Limestone.

•	Operated as a stand alone HR Manager supporting managers and employees with HR related queries. 
•	Responsible for managing all employee lifecycle processes.
•	Managed and resolved employee relations issues through effective and objective investigation processes ensuring adherence to employment law.
•	Educated line managers on best-in-class HR and line management practices in order to support strong employee engagement. 
•	Facilitated regular meetings with shop stewards and health & safety reps.
•	Coordinated training and development activity including administering the company learning platform.

HR Manager (Contract)

Ornua

Ornua is Ireland’s largest exporter of Irish dairy products, exporting to c.110 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Dublin, it has annualised sales of over €2 billion and has a strong global team of c.2200. It operates from 19 business units worldwide, including 14 production facilities, and has sales and marketing teams working in-market across all four corners of the globe.  I am currently based in Kerrygold Park, which is Ornua’s new state of the art manufacturing facility and centre of excellence for the Kerrygold Brand.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

•	Managed the Recruitment process – getting roles approved, advertising positions, shortlisting candidates, organizing assessments and interviews, conducting interviews, corresponding with candidates, reference checks, collating offer letters etc. 
•	Acted as a Subject matter expert on Ornua’s HRIS (SAP) for the Kerrygold Park site. This involves administering the Kerrygold Park fortnightly payroll (Core) and reporting on HR metrics.
•	Spearheaded Kerrygold Park’s Wellness Campaign and fundraising initiatives. 
•	Collaborated and partnered with other functions, such as Finance and Operations, for flow of relevant people information.
•	Represented and advised on employee relations issues e.g.  investigations, disciplinary and performance, ensuring fair procedure and compliance with legislation.    
•       Responsible for influencing and providing timely expert advice to line managers regarding the application and interpretation of a wide spectrum of issues, providing effective management of ER cases, engaging key stakeholders and developing solutions with expert advice.
•       Proactive in driving efficiencies in cost by identifying opportunities and creating HR plans to support successfully realising any cost saving potential

HR Advisor (Maternity Cover)

Northern Trust Corporation

A global financial services leader delivering innovative investment management, asset and fund administration, fiduciary and banking solutions 

•	Management of various leave processes including sick leave, maternity leave, paternity leave, parental leave and terminations etc.
•	Led and delivered on specific HR projects whilst working to strict deadlines.
•	Provided employees with Company policy advice and information as required.
•	Ensured accurate records are kept in line with GDPR and audit requirements.
•	Supported the payroll process and benefit administration through external providers. Liaising directly with our external providers.
•	Other tasks included providing employee relations support, ensuring contracts of employment were processed as per IDA requirements and conducting exit interviews with employees.

HR Administrator (Consultancy Department)

Ribworld

One of Europe’s leading ribs and cooked meats providers .

•	Updated all personnel files and maintained both manual and electronic HR databases.
•	Maintained continuous improvement of Talent Management System (TMS).
•	Collated HR data for weekly & monthly reporting. 
•	Involved in a variety of HR projects  e.g. graduate recruitment marketing, people metrics reports, updating HR policies and procedures.
•	Ensured a structured and up-to-date filling system was in place. 
•	Assisted in the administration of Ribworld’s Recruitment. I have also conducted a large number both of interviews both in person and via Skype. 
•	Prepared all induction material for new recruits and delivered the company’s induction programme.

HR Assistant  

Racing Post

A market-leading publisher of sport and betting information that publishes a national daily a national daily newspaper and operates various websites and mobile products.

•	Supported the creation of bid plans for new business and retention.
•	Cold calling for classified adverts and booked adverts for the newspaper. 
•	Distributed marketing material for major racing festivals. 
•	Prepared and distributed surveys to improve existing products.
•	Conducted research as part of brand campaigns and NPD processes.

Summer Intern

Coolmore Stud

The world’s largest breeding operation of thoroughbred racehorses

My daily tasks were as follows:
•	Hired to assist various barn managers in the Foaling & Pre-Foaling Divisions. This position allowed me to work with some of the most valuable broodmares in the world. 
•	Role required a steadfast commitment to ensuring the cleanliness and safety of stables, paddocks & veterinary facilities etc. 
•	Accountable for completing and producing documents relating to animal wellbeing.
•	Responsible for monitoring and assessing broodmares during and after normal working hours. Role requires a high attention to detail as well as a consistently high communicative ability.
•	Acted as a source of guidance for weekend/student staff.

Stud Groom

Leading Freelance Recruiter in Web3 - Successfully Placed Candidates from 30 Different Countries in Blockchain Tech

Owen is your to 'go-to' guy for blockchain talent.

To date, Owen has placed over 90 people from 32 countries into various different blockchain projects. Currently, Owen serves a vast array of clients from heavily funded Series As to industry leading L1s.

Owen's commitment to integrity is one of his defining qualities. This  combined with his industry knowledge and thorough screening reports, ensures that clients can make confident, well-informed decisions before hiring.

Before entering the Web3 space, Owen established himself as a seasoned HR professional. His expertise in traditional HR practices, coupled with his deep understanding of the underlying technology, uniquely qualifies him to comprehend the industry's requirements and dynamics from multiple vantage points.

Owen, in addition to being a recruiter, is a prominent speaker on web3 recruitment. His insights and expertise make him a sought-after speaker who contributes to the development of the industry by disseminating best practices, trends, and strategies for attracting and cultivating web3 talent.

His achievements, personal values, and in-depth industry knowledge make him a priceless asset to any organization seeking to recruit and retain top-tier blockchain talent.

Connect with Owen here if you are hiring or exploring career opportunities in web3 or if you are just curious to learn more.

Positions I can assist with:

- Software engineers, developers, architects, devops (ethereum, Bitcoin, solidity, smart contracts substrate, rust, golang, polkadot, cosmos etc.)
- Marketing, community, copywriting, social media, content managers
- Tokenomics
- Product
- Legal
- Finance
- Operations
- CEO, COO, CMO, CTO etc

Owen Healy

Providing consulting services on go-to-market (GTM) strategy, MiCA compliance, growth, and operations.

Freelance Consultant

Zenrock Laboratories Ltd

• Transitioned the company to a BVI VASP-regulated entity, enabling crypto custody/exchange services.
• Directed MiCA strategy, conducted gap analysis, and engaged with EU regulators.
• Reviewed and drafted contracts, negotiated deals, and conducted third-party due diligence.
• Led global licensing initiatives in the EU and Dubai.

Regulatory Director

Amber Group

• Managed GTM strategy, licensing, P&L, and growth (DE, AT, & NL).
• Negotiated deals with major KOLs, increasing signup conversions.
• Drove 2 VASP registrations, successfully submitted in Austria (AT) and Netherlands (NL).
• Helped align Amber's derivatives products with EU's MiFID II, AMLD, and upcoming MiCA regulations.

Senior Country Lead

Binance

• Led DACH GTM strategy, implemented compliant KYC, and oversaw regional marketing.
• Managed operations, including compliance, HR, CS, P&L, stakeholder comms, & business strategy.
• Expanded markets through strategic KOL programs and collaborations.
• Oversaw multiple VASP applications, ensuring product compliance across the region.

Country Lead – DACH (Germany, Austria and Switzerland)

· Managed various domains, such as growth, business development, CRM, and PR.
· Introduced regional affiliate program (~10% of the total monthly trading volume).
· Increased market share by +43.03% and trading volume +675.01% (YoY).

Growth Lead

AssetVisory GmbH

• Advised sports clubs on the tokenization of shares and the issuance of NFTs.
• Spearheaded business development and strategic partnerships.
• Managed successful token launches, ensuring full legal and regulatory compliance.

Co-Founder

Spielworks GmbH

• Drove marketing, HR, business development, partnerships, CRM, strategy and operations.
• Expanded team to 15+, driving significant revenue through partnerships.
• Helped launch Wombat, a blockchain non-custodial gaming wallet (4M+ users).

Co-Founder & Co-Director

Anchor Point Consulting

• Founded and led the company, securing major marketing contracts and high-profile clients.
• Scaled the organization from inception to a team of 3.
• Advised clients on incorporating blockchain technology into their business model & marketing strategy.

Co-Founder & CEO

Eigler Communication GmbH

• Managed & optimized high-quality print files.
• Created and improved (SEO) landing pages using HTML.

Digital Media Designer

iCast Media GmbH

• Managed SEO & digital campaigns for 15+ clients, boosting their visibility.
• Designed and created websites and landing pages using Wordpress.

Chronos-Games

• Launched and managed a game development company, bringing multiple projects from concept to market.
• Developed an application that visualizes combat in the browser game Desert Operations.

• 8+ years of leadership in crypto, specializing in GTM strategy, growth, compliance, and business development. 
• 5 years of experience in the video game industry, focused on game design, development, and company management.
• Expertise in Blockchain, DeFi, MiFID II, AMLD, and MiCA compliance.
• Proven in operational management, strategic planning, and execution.
• Established Binance's market presence in DE/AT & launched Web3 gaming wallet Wombat, growing it to 4M+ users.
• Successfully integrated regulated services into Qredo’s non-custodial crypto custody platform.

I'm actively involved in the DeFi space, utilizing protocols such as MakerDAO, Compound, Aave, and Balancer. Additionally, I'm a strong supporter of Bitcoin and have been running a full node for years.

I excel at aligning regulatory requirements with business operations and driving market growth.

Marcel Thiess

Germany had a head start in crypto...and then killed it.

In 2022, Germany was becoming a leader in Europe’s blockchain scene. 

Thousands of jobs, dozens of startups, and a growing global reputation.

Today, 2025, Germany has lost over 90% of its crypto jobs, and founders are moving to the UAE, Asia, and the USA.

Read my full take (backed by data) here 👇

Marcel Thiess, FICA

GM @ Levva | Strategy & Growth | Making Crypto & DeFi Simple, Secure & Accessible with AI

From 2020 to 2022, Germany was a rising hub for blockchain in Europe: more startups, more capital, more job creation than anywhere else in the EU. The

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Germany had a head start in crypto... and then killed it!

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