Ethereum Foundation Appoints Co-Executive Directors Amidst Leadership Shakeup
1min read Ethereum Foundation Announces Co-Executive Leadership Restructure
The Ethereum Foundation (EF) has announced a significant leadership change, appointing Hsiao-Wei Wang and Tomasz Stanczak as co-Executive Directors, effective March 17. This transition follows mounting calls for structural changes within the organization.
Wang, a long-time researcher at the Foundation, brings extensive experience in the Beacon Chain and has actively engaged with Ethereum's community in Taiwan. Stanczak, on the other hand, brings a strong leadership background from his tenure at Nethermind, a critical Ethereum execution client.
The Foundation expects both leaders to help steer Ethereum's growth and evolution. Meanwhile, the appointment follows a significant leadership shift. Aya Miyaguchi, who led as Executive Director for seven years, recently stepped into the position of President.
The co-leadership model has sparked discussions within the community about its potential impact on decision-making efficiency and competition. Addressing these concerns, Stanczak clarified that the Ethereum Foundation's leadership will operate under a "full trust and parallel full mandate" approach. This means each leader can make independent decisions while maintaining collaboration.
Danny Ryan, an Ethereum researcher, has also announced his new role as co-founder of Etherealize alongside Vivek Raman. Etherealize aims to bridge Ethereum with institutional investors, including hedge funds and Wall Street firms. The organization plans to serve as an educational and marketing force for Ethereum's adoption in mainstream finance.
