An experienced Project Manager with over 18-years in traditional banking, excelling in IT Change Financial Planning, Regulatory and Compliance oversight, and change. In 2018 Michael entered the world of crypto through an interest in trading. Through upskilling and immersing himself in this industry Michael built his own seven figure portfolio. In 2022 Michael formed Buen Crypto Consulting, Ireland and the UKs only dedicated professional services organisation for Blockchain and Digital Assets.
Micael is seen and a leading advisor on the implementation of DORA and MiCa across Europe having personally supported two ( Tier 1 ) Digital Asset exchanges on their application to the Central Bank of Ireland for VASP and EMI and is seen as a subject matter expert on Regulatory Compliance in this space within the industry.
In 2023 Buen Crypto Consulting incorporated Buen Asset Management UK, the result of a two-and-a-half-year project. Buen Asset Management established a fully regulated Closed ended Quantitative Digital Asset Fund in Luxembourg.
January 2024 Michael was appointed Ireland’s Ambassador for the Global Blockchain Business Council. For more information about Buen Crypto Consulting go to www.buencrypto.io