Rod [@bitkite] is a seasoned technology professional with ~20 years of experience in the industry, including management and senior management roles. He has spent the past ~5 years focusing on Bitcoin.

His focus is centered on Bitcoin mining where he invests in a variety of different mining operations through his firm Galactic Freedom Company and their subsequent funds.

In addition to his experience in Bitcoin mining, Rod hosts two Bitcoin-focused podcasts – Builders In Bitcoin, a podcast focused on the people who bring Bitcoin to life and POD256, a weekly Bitcoin podcast focused on mining, energy, and proof-of-work.

He is also dedicated to helping educate and grow local Bitcoin communities. In 2022, he co-founded Bitcoin Park, a community-supported campus in Nashville that is focused on grassroots Bitcoin adoption and serves as a hub for Bitcoin enthusiasts to work, learn, collaborate, and build.

In addition to his professional pursuits, Rod is also an early stage angel investor and has invested in companies such as Calm, Teachable, 15Five, and others.

Long Bitcoin. Long Tennessee.

Partner at Ten31, Cofounder of Bitcoin Park, Open Sats, and BitcoinTV