SPEAKERS
Get to know the keynote speakers at Bitcoin Alaska. Explore their stories, connect through social channels, and discover the insights and experiences they’ll bring to the conference stage.
Alex Gladstein
Chief Strategy Officer at Human Rights Foundation
Alex Gladstein is Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation. He has also served as Vice President of Strategy for the Oslo Freedom Forum since its inception in 2009. In his work Alex has connected hundreds of dissidents and civil society groups with business leaders, technologists, journalists, philanthropists, policymakers, and artists to promote free and open societies. Alex’s writing and views on human rights and technology have appeared in media outlets across the world including The Atlantic, BBC, CNN, The Guardian, The New York Times, NPR, TIME, The Washington Post, WIRED, and The Wall Street Journal. He has spoken at universities ranging from MIT to Stanford, briefed the European Parliament and US State Department, and taught at Singularity University. He frequently speaks and writes about why Bitcoin matters for freedom, and co-authored “The Little Bitcoin Book” in 2019.


Lisa Hough
Strategic Advisor to Energy Companies, Private Equity, & Bitcoin Mining | Energy Security | National Security
Lisa Hough, a respected advocate for Bitcoin in the U.S. energy sector, is known for championing Bitcoin’s role in national security and economic resilience. Recognized by Forbes as a leading voice, Lisa serves on the Bitcoin Today Coalition board, promoting policies for U.S. Bitcoin adoption and energy independence. With a strong background in commodity trading and risk management, she has held influential roles at PG&E and Enron. Lisa also supports Bitcoin-themed financial innovation on the Supervisory Board of Melanion Digital and empowers workers through Proof of Workforce. Her expertise makes her a trusted guide in bridging Bitcoin and energy sectors.


Gabe Lord
Meet Gabe, the visionary founder of Operation Bitcoin, a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to providing essential Bitcoin education to military veterans. With extensive experience as a training and development leader, Gabe excels in designing impactful programs that empower veterans to navigate and thrive in the ever-evolving world of freedom technology.
The mission of Operation Bitcoin is clear: to introduce, educate, equip, and motivate military veterans to play a leading role in ushering the world into a Bitcoin-powered future.


Dom Bei
Founder of Proof of Workforce
Dom Bei is the Founder of Proof of Workforce. Previously the President of the Santa Monica Firefighters with 10 years of Union experience, Dom’s mission is to bring long-term and sustainable Bitcoin education and adoption to the workforce.


Coleman Payne
Host and Business Owner, Bitcoin Advocate and Dog Training Specialist
Coleman Payne is a former Marine Assaultman and a business owner specializing in kenneling and training dogs. As the host of the Bitcoin Veterans Space, he provides industry updates, covers major events, and interviews leaders within the Bitcoin ecosystem. By using Bitcoin as a reserve asset, he leverages its potential to grow his business and maintain a competitive edge.


Rustin Peace
Head of News at Simply Bitcoin
Rustin Peace is “Head of News” at Simply Bitcoin, and the Host of “Simply Bitcoin Originals.” Rustin has helped grow Simply Bitcoin into the most-watched-Bitcoin-focused Youtube channel, setting the standard for engaging and insightful content in the Bitcoin space.

Joseph Kelly
Co-founder & CEO | Unchained
Joseph Kelly is the Co-founder and CEO of Unchained, a US-based leader in bitcoin financial services who has raised over $100 million in venture capital and manages $10 billion in bitcoin for thousands of clients who self custody. A serial entrepreneur with 15 years of experience, Joe has founded multiple successful startups, including a big data company acquired by CSC. He serves on the board of the Texas Bitcoin Foundation and played a key role in passing legislation in Texas that adapted the state’s Uniform Commercial Code to have more sensible statutes related to bitcoin. With 8 years of experience leading Unchained and overseeing $750mm of loan originations without a single loss, his leadership at the intersection of policy, banking, and regulations have helped the firm’s clients to secure and grow their wealth for generations.

Trevor Bello
Chief Propaganda Officer @ BitcoinMiningWorld | Host of the Build-a-Mine Pod
As a young millennial Trevor grew up in a world where hard work and passion could only take you so far. Like many of his generation, he found himself stuck in a system that eroded purchasing power, stealing time and energy with little to show in return. But everything changed when he discovered Bitcoin. For Trevor, Bitcoin wasn’t just a financial lifeline—it was a way to reclaim his time, save for the future, and build the foundation for a family. It also became the perfect outlet for his tinkering spirit.
