ANDREW KAROS

Andrew Karos serves as a distinguished Managing Director at Galaxy Digital, a pioneering financial services and investment management firm deeply embedded in the digital asset, blockchain, and cryptocurrency industries. In his pivotal role, Mr. Karos is instrumental in shaping Galaxy Digital's investment strategy and executing key transactions that propel the firm's presence and influence within the rapidly evolving digital economy.

At Galaxy Digital, Andrew Karos's investment focus spans a broad spectrum of the digital asset ecosystem. He is actively involved in identifying and backing innovative companies and protocols that are building the foundational infrastructure for Web3, advancing decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions, and exploring new frontiers in blockchain technology. His work contributes significantly to Galaxy Digital's mission of institutionalizing digital assets and providing sophisticated financial services to a global client base, from venture capital to principal investments and asset management.

Mr. Karos brings a robust and diverse career background to his position at Galaxy Digital, marked by extensive experience in traditional finance and private equity. Before joining Galaxy Digital in 2021, he spent approximately seven years as a Principal at Apollo Global Management, a leading global alternative investment manager. Prior to Apollo, Andrew served as an Associate at The Carlyle Group, another prominent global investment firm, for roughly three years. He began his career in investment banking as an Analyst at Goldman Sachs, gaining foundational expertise in financial analysis and deal execution. This rich history in top-tier financial institutions provides him with a unique perspective, allowing him to apply rigorous due diligence and strategic thinking to the nascent yet high-potential digital asset space.

His transition from traditional private equity to the digital asset sector underscores his foresight and belief in the transformative power of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies. Andrew Karos's expertise lies in identifying disruptive technologies and business models, conducting thorough market analysis, and structuring complex investments that align with Galaxy Digital's strategic objectives. While specific individual investments are often proprietary, his involvement ensures that Galaxy Digital continues to be at the forefront of investing in the most promising ventures within the digital asset landscape, contributing to the firm's reputation as a leader in the space.