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The Association for Women In Cryptocurrency (AWIC) is a global platform for education, networking, and advocacy, made up of women, supportive allies, and companies committed to deepening their knowledge in the growing fields of cryptocurrency, digital assets, blockchain, Web3, and related technologies. AWIC also advocates for expanding opportunities for women and strengthening their role in the future of digital finance and innovation.
AWIC’s mission of creating greater inclusion and opportunities for women in the cryptocurrency and digital assets industry is fulfilled through three main pillars:
Advocacy—shaping public opinion, conducting research on the challenges women face in the industry, sponsoring forums where women and allies can share experiences and promote gender equity, and supporting companies with tools to improve workplace inclusion and employee well-being.
Networking—providing a strong community and promotional platforms where members can connect, explore business and career opportunities—both in the U.S. and globally—and gain visibility for their contributions to the industry.
Education—offering webinars, written resources, scholarships, and affordable access to cutting-edge courses provided by our educational partners, to help women and allies grow their knowledge and skills in the field.
Amanda Wick
Founder and Board Advisor
Adilah Holivay
CEO
Michelle O’Connor
Chief Strategic Officer
Yari Farias
Director of Operations
Yari Farias
Director of Operations
Yari Albano Farias, born in Argentina, holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Economics. His commitment to social and public service has been a defining feature of his career.
Yari has held roles in the political and governmental sphere. He served as a legislative advisor in the House of Deputies of the Province of Santa Fe, Argentina, and also worked as Coordinator of Organizational Development in the Rosario Municipality. He also worked as a freelance electoral research assistant.
In addition to his public sector service, he has worked in the non-profit sector as well. He worked in fundraising at the Foundation for Liberty and Progress and served as the Coordinator of Social Projects at the Foundation for Intellectual Responsibility, where he led the implementation of financial education seminars aimed at empowering individuals and communities in the economic realm.
His passion for advocacy, inclusion and financial education continues to guide his path, ultimately leading him to work for the Association for Women in Cryptocurrency.
Adilah Holivay
Chief Executive Officer
Aleks Ring
Board Member
Amanda Wick
Founder, Board Director, and Strategic Advisor (formerly CEO)
Andreé Goldsmith
Board Member
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Elizabeth Kay
Treasurer
Leslie Lambert
Board Member
Olta Andoni
Board Member
Richelle Cox
Board Member
Yevheniia Broshevan
Board Member
Aleks Ring
Board Member
Aleks Ring is a forensic accountant specializing in crypto fraud investigations, financial crime, and compliance risk management. She currently leads the Crypto Fraud Investigations Team at SoFi, where she applies her forensic accounting expertise to detecting and dismantling crypto-enabled financial abuse.
Her background spans forensic accounting, internal and external auditing, and regulatory compliance, with a sharp focus on cryptocurrency crime, money laundering, and fraud detection.
Additionally, she consults with law enforcement agencies and teaches a cryptocurrency investigations course designed specifically for law enforcement and prosecutors — bringing hands-on training to investigators across the country and providing resources to agencies in need.
Beyond her industry role, Aleks volunteers at Operation Shamrock, a nonprofit organization fighting pig-butchering scams and crypto-enabled financial abuse, where she leads legislative advocacy initiatives and educates communities on scam detection and prevention techniques.
A passionate speaker, educator, and outspoken legislative advocate, Aleks is committed to building safer, more accountable crypto and compliance ecosystems.
