POW with Cohen

As a seasoned Web3 strategic advisor, developer, and public speaker, Cohen offers invaluable expertise and insights into the space. Let’s learn more about him in this article!

What were you doing before Web3?

I’m self employed and have been for the past 20+ yrs.

How did you get into Web3?

I’ve been in Crypto since 2016 and got into Web3 through learning and reading and following Gary Vee.

What was your first crypto or NFT project?

My first NFT project is VeeFriends.

How would you explain what you do to someone outside of Web3?

Web 1.0 is the “read-only Web,” while Web 2.0 is the “participative social Web.” And Web 3.0 is the “read, write, execute Web and, most importantly, “ownership.

Which creator or thought leader do you enjoy learning from?

I enjoy learning from Gary Vee.

What is the biggest highlight of your career so far?

Family.

What tech or crypto trend are you watching this year?

The next halvening.

What advice would you give someone starting out in Web3?

Read and learn and then read and learn some more. DYOR isn’t an “ism” it’s a philosophy.

If you could do a TEDtalk on any topic, what would it be?

How the current school system isn’t set up to educate our future generations. And what we could and should be doing about it.

What is the one thing you would bring if you were stuck on a deserted Island?

Fishing net or line.

POW stands for “Proof of Work.” It is a new feature article series in The Mega Maxi to highlight the savviest builders in the Web3 space.