Featured Speaker

Sean Whyte

Sean Whyte is a litigator with special industry knowledge in the areas of cryptocurrencies and distributed ledger technology and cannabis. Sean’s experience in handling matters related to blockchain technology include, advising companies based on insights from years of experience working with individual blockchains, cryptocurrency exchanges, and companies building businesses that utilize the technology. He formerly served as chief operating officer and general counsel of a blockchain software development company and remains on the cutting edge of distributed ledger technology through his industry connections.  As a litigator, Sean focuses his practice on class actions and business litigation matters that often involves emerging technologies and uncertain regulatory frameworks.  He regularly represents companies in blockchain, cannabis, compostable products, and de-fi fintech where successful approaches were taken to state and federal regulations involving the Securities & Exchange Commission, Food and Drug Administration, Department of Energy, and the Federal Trade Commission. He has taken numerous cases to trial in both state and federal court, including cases involving patents, product liability, and business disputes.  Sean has represented companies in financial services, energy, transportation, manufacturing, retail, and health care industries.