Eric NakagawaFounder

United States - San Francisco, California

Self.xyz is addressing one of the internet's critical challenges: proving user authenticity while safeguarding sensitive identity information. As CEO and Co-founder, the focus is on leveraging zero-knowledge (zk) technology to create secure, scalable, and privacy-preserving solutions. Grounded in a strong foundation in web development and software applications, the team works to empower individuals and organizations with innovative identity tools.

Previously at the Celo Foundation, I served as Executive Director, driving initiatives to onboard mobile users worldwide onto blockchain platforms. With over twelve years of experience in blockchain ecosystems, I have contributed to fostering developer communities, enabling innovative web applications, and championing decentralized technologies to expand access and prosperity globally.

I previously co-founded of icanhascheezburger (lolcats and funny pictures of cats, sold in 2007) and simplehoney (mobile consumer app acquired in 2013 by Ripple).