About
I'm an entrepreneur and innovation strategist at the intersection of blockchain technology, venture capital, and complex systems thinking. With a background in theoretical physics and aerospace engineering, I bring a unique analytical lens to building and scaling technology ventures.
Currently serving as CEO & Co-Founder of Zarban, I'm pioneering decentralized financial infrastructure. My journey spans from advising Iran's Vice-Presidency for Science & Technology on emerging technologies to building blockchain protocols and managing multi-million dollar investment portfolios.
I thrive at the frontier of disruptive innovation—whether architecting tokenomics, evaluating deep-tech startups, or translating complex technical concepts into strategic business initiatives.
Key Achievements
- Founded & scaled multiple blockchain ventures
- Published research in decentralized identity & smart contracts
- Managed 50+ early-stage tech investments
- Advised national policy on emerging technologies
- Built cross-functional teams across Dubai & Tehran
Experience
Dubai, UAE
Leading the development of a decentralized stablecoin protocol and DeFi ecosystem.
- Architected tokenomics and deflationary NFT models for the platform
- Scaled operations from 0 to 50+ team members across technical and business functions
- Established partnerships with major blockchain protocols and exchanges
- Managed full P&L, fundraising, and product roadmap execution
Tehran, Iran
Built and operated a fiat-to-crypto OTC exchange and automated trading infrastructure.
- Developed automated market-making and arbitrage trading systems
- Implemented KYC/AML compliance frameworks
- Led technical team in building secure trading infrastructure
- Established operational processes for high-volume trading desk
Tehran, Iran
Evaluated and managed early-stage technology investments across AI, blockchain, and deep tech sectors.
- Conducted due diligence on 50+ early-stage startups
- Built financial models and investment thesis frameworks
- Provided strategic guidance to portfolio companies
- Specialized in blockchain, AI, and quantum computing sectors
Tehran, Iran
Advised government on strategic technology policy and national innovation programs.
- Monitored and analyzed emerging disruptive technologies (AI, blockchain, quantum)
- Developed national investment strategies for advanced technology sectors
- Facilitated international technology cooperation agreements
- Presented strategic recommendations to ministerial councils
Tehran, Iran
Led editorial operations for a technology-focused media outlet covering emerging innovations.
Education
Focus: Complex Systems, Computational Physics, Gravitation
Notable Courses: Computational Physics (18/20), Advanced Quantum Mechanics (16/20), General Relativity (17/20)
Focus: Computational Physics, Numerical Analysis, Complex System Modeling, Fluid Simulation
Notable Courses: Mathematics (20/20), Physics (18/20), Vibrations & Statics (18/20)
Focus: Theory of Computation, Quantum Computation, Complex System Analysis, Convex Optimization, Quantum Financial Models
Selective secondary education program for academically gifted students