Kamal R. Hubbard is a lawyer by training and seasoned compliance professional with extensive experience navigating the rapidly evolving Web3 landscape. He is the author of DeFi for the Diaspora: Creating the Foundation for a More Equitable and Sustainable Global Black Economy Through Decentralized Finance. With over a decade of experience in regulatory compliance, Kamal has honed his skills in anticipating and mitigating the unique compliance challenges faced by Web3 projects. His deep understanding of financial regulations, securities laws, and anti-money laundering (AML) requirements has been invaluable in guiding numerous blockchain based startups through their regulatory journeys. Kamal's expertise extends beyond technical compliance, as he has spent several years in the civil rights space advocating on behalf of small historically underutilized businesses as a contract compliance officer in the public sector.
As a respected thought leader in the blockchain and web3 space, Kamal has a proven track record of building robust compliance programs that allow startups to thrive within complex regulatory frameworks. Kamal has a keen ability to foster a culture of ethical decision-making and transparency within the organizations he serves. By seamlessly integrating compliance into the core of business operations, Kamal has helped his clients build trust with regulators, investors, and the broader Web3 community. Kamal’s passionate commitment to the responsible growth of the decentralized economy makes him a transformative member of any Web3 company seeking to navigate the complex regulatory landscape while upholding the highest standards of compliance and governance.
As a decentralized financial instructor, Mr. Hubbard has taught thousands of people to not only understand but also onboard onto blockchain based networks and decentralized financial protocols through his 1-on-1 coaching, online, and in-person courses. Kamal has also had the opportunity to speak before audiences at the Kapor Center, the Black Blockchain Summit, the Let’s Talk Alts Conference, and before the California Senate Banking Committee.