​As digital assets transition from emerging innovation to mainstream financial infrastructure, cryptocurrency and blockchain companies face unprecedented challenges and opportunities in accessing public markets.

​Join us for an exclusive webinar with Michael J. Blankenship, one of the nation's leading capital markets attorneys, as he shares strategic insights on navigating IPOs, direct listings, and alternative public market pathways in the rapidly evolving digital asset landscape.

​Hosted by: Crypto Law Summit x Databird Business Journal

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​Speakers

​Michael J. Blankenship

​Managing Partner and Houston Co-Chair of the Capital Markets Practice at Winston & Strawn LLP

​Mike is the managing partner of Winston’s Houston office, co-chair of the firm’s Capital Markets Practice, and a member of the firm’s Executive Committee. He focuses his practice on corporate finance and securities law, including securities offerings, public company advisory, special purpose acquisition company offerings, private equity and venture capital transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate representation. He has many clients in the digital assets industry.

​Moderator

​Mari Tomunen is General Counsel at DoubleZero and a seasoned crypto lawyer who delivers actionable advice based on a thorough understanding of the complex regulatory landscape. Since 2017, she has advised over 200 digital asset companies, gaining experience as outside counsel at top-tier law firms as well as in-house counsel at a NYDFS-regulated firm and crypto start-ups, including token issuers, developers, investors, exchanges, DAOs, Labs, and Foundations.

In addition to her legal practice, Mari shapes the next generation of legal minds as an adjunct professor at Boston College Law School, where she teaches “Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies and Digital Assets.” Her combination of hands-on experience and academic insight makes her a trusted resource for projects aiming to make a lasting impact in the digital assets space.

​About Crypto Law Summit

​The Crypto Law Summit is a premier educational series bringing together leading legal experts, industry pioneers, and regulatory specialists to navigate the complex legal landscape of digital assets and blockchain technology. Through our comprehensive webinar series and exclusive events, we provide essential insights for crypto entrepreneurs, legal professionals, investors, and compliance officers operating in the rapidly evolving digital economy.

​Our expert-led sessions cover critical topics including regulatory compliance, securities law, tax implications, intellectual property protection, cross-border transactions, and emerging legal frameworks that shape the future of cryptocurrency and blockchain ventures. Each event features renowned attorneys from top-tier law firms, regulatory experts, and industry thought leaders who share practical strategies and real-world case studies.

​Whether you're launching a DeFi protocol, navigating token offerings, structuring DAOs, or preparing for public markets, the Crypto Law Summit equips you with the legal knowledge and strategic guidance needed to build compliant, sustainable digital asset businesses in today's regulatory environment.

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