Grayscale Appoints Peter Mintzberg, Former Goldman Sachs Executive, as CEO

IconCryptoNewsTerminal Staff15 Aug, 2024

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Grayscale Appoints Peter Mintzberg, Former Goldman Sachs Executive, as CEO

Grayscale, the cryptocurrency asset manager, has officially appointed Peter Mintzberg, a former Goldman Sachs executive, as its new CEO, according to a statement shared with Forbes. The move comes after the departure of former CEO Michael Sonnenshein in May. Mintzberg brings a wealth of experience in finance and investment management to Grayscale. Prior to joining Goldman Sachs, he held leadership roles at Bank of America and Citigroup. He is also a board member of the Blockchain Association. Grayscale's decision to appoint Mintzberg as CEO signals the company's commitment to becoming a leading player in the cryptocurrency market. The company currently manages over $10 billion in assets and offers a range of products and services to investors. In a statement, Mintzberg said he is "excited to join Grayscale and lead the company into its next phase of growth." He added: "Grayscale has a strong track record of success and I am confident that we can continue to build on that success in the years to come."