- Odell’s experience spans roles from Director of Financial Planning at Disney to CEO of Improbable, enhancing strategic operations.
- At Consensys, Odell is set to drive growth and refine financial strategies, supporting the Ethereum platform’s expansion.
Ethereum development company Consensys has recently announced the appointment of Dan Odell as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Odell, a seasoned financial strategist, comes from a robust tenure at Disney, where he significantly contributed across various roles starting from 2004.
Today, we're announcing the appointment of Dan Odell as Consensys' Chief Financial Officer.
Odell brings an extensive track record serving in finance and strategy roles across web3 technology, consumer applications, games, and media industries, making him an exceptional fit to…
— Consensys (@Consensys) August 13, 2024
Initially serving as the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis for Disney Consumer Products, Odell was instrumental in overseeing operations related to merchandise licensing, publishing, and gaming. His expertise saw him rise to the role of CFO for Disney’s mobile and online games division in subsequent years, culminating in leadership over Disney’s entire gaming operations by 2014.
CEO of Consensys, said: “Consensys is proud to welcome Dan to our team, where his deep expertise in the world of crypto, blockchain, and consumer applications and products, along with his technical skills in scaling growth, align perfectly with our strategic vision. As crypto and blockchain technologies continue to break through into the mainstream, and new applications bring the world of web3 to billions of users, having the right CFO in place is instrumental in ensuring Consensys can continue to serve as a leader in our ecosystem.”
Following his stint in game management, Odell transitioned to Market Studio as CFO after its acquisition by Disney in 2014. Here, he managed key financial operations including planning, reporting, and accounting.
His trajectory at Disney continued upwards as he took on the role of Vice President of Global Product Management in 2017, leading initiatives across marketing, product development, and business development.
Odell said: “The whole of crypto and web3 continues to gain so much momentum, and I am ready to join Consensys, the leaders in driving this growth, in my new role. I look forward to working with the talented team at Consensys to scale our efforts, enhance our financial strategies, and contribute to the broader adoption of decentralized technologies as we continue to fulfill our mission of building the future of web3.”
Odell joined Improbable, a Softbank-funded startup specializing in virtual world development, as CEO in 2020. His responsibilities expanded to cover investor relations, strategic partnerships, and fundraising, highlighting his versatile leadership capabilities.
Joseph Lubin, CEO of Consensys, expressed confidence in Odell’s appointment, noting his extensive experience and strategic acumen as crucial for the company’s future direction. Odell’s appointment is seen as a strategic move by Consensys to bolster its financial and operational strategies as it continues to innovate within the Ethereum ecosystem.
Odell himself is enthusiastic about his new role, indicating a strong commitment to propel Consensys’s growth and refine its financial strategies. His track record suggests a potential for significant positive impact on Consensys’s operations, particularly in a time when the Ethereum platform continues to evolve and expand its influence in the blockchain sector.
