Mark Montoya, Chief Data Officer at Government Blockchain Association and President at Celeste Analytica LLC, has a unique and varied background blending information technology software and hardware development, data standards, enterprise data architecture and strategy, and cybersecurity that spans more than 25 years. He has held pivotal positions where he contributed to substantial innovative technology and data solutions, as well as, standards development protocols in both the public and private sector.

Mark is recognized as an industry expert in financial and regulatory technology and is focused on cultivating professional workflows between governments, technologists, public policy makers, application specialists, and those who want to learn about the new and emerging digital currencies brought about by blockchain and the introduction of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.