
Andres Aedo
Senior Blockchain Specialist & Advisor
Salary / Daily rate
Paris, France
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
Strategic advisor with 25+ years in hospitality & emerging tech, specializing in blockchain, digital transformation, and sustainable business solutions. Proven track record driving 30% sales growth at top Paris establishments and expanding global operations for food-tech startups. Expert in building strategic partnerships and delivering innovative solutions that drive growth and sustainability.
Work experience
Collaborator at Futura Agnostic
Futura AgnosticFreelance
Jul 2025 - Present
1 year 4 months
Paris, France
Helping Leaders Design the Future with Strategic Thinking and Foresight.
coreDevXFreelance
Dec 2021 - Present
4 years 11 months
Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
Digital Strategy Advisor & Business Development
Dec 2023 - Present
2 years 11 months
Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
As a Digital Strategy Advisor at coreDevX IT Research and Development Center, I leverage technology to drive innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage. Focusing on emerging tech trends, I guide strategic planning and implementation to shape the future of digital landscapes.
Blockchain Specialist & Business Development
Dec 2021 - Present
4 years 11 months
Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile
At CoreDevX, we delve into disruptive technologies, uncovering novel business avenues while simultaneously imparting knowledge about them. As a Blockchain Specialist and Business Developer, my role is to articulate our mission and accomplishments with clarity and passion, emphasizing our focus on technology education.
Blockchain Specialist & Business Development
Incitus Capital
Nov 2021 - Present
5 years
Remote, OR 97458, USA
I have partnered with Incitus Capital to investigate profitable investment opportunities and confirm strategies within the cryptocurrency market that will be fully integrated into our portfolio selection. In addition, during the last half-year, I've established fruitful relationships with financiers and venture capitalists in Latin America.
Blockchain Specialist and Educator
Viken Blockchain SolutionsFreelance
Jan 2021 - Present
5 years 10 months
Remote, OR 97458, USA
At Viken Blockchain Solutions, I forge strong business partnerships that result in innovative Blockchain solutions. Our expert developers create cutting-edge technology, allowing us to offer our clients a one-of-a-kind set of services that propel their businesses forward. As a result, our clients can unlock the Blockchain's potential with our assistance, opening the door to a world of possibilities.
Blockchain Specialist and Educator
Aedo Invest Freelance
Feb 2020 - Present
6 years 9 months
Remote, OR 97458, USA
During the pandemic's upheaval, I decided to pursue my dream of becoming a Blockchain Developer by enrolling in Moralis Academy. I was determined to master front-end development, working around the clock to improve my knowledge of Javascript, HTML5, and CSS. I also studied Solidity, the programming language used to create dApps (Decentralized Applications) and Smart Contracts on the Ethereum Network. By the end of my training, I had completed my first NFT project, Crypto Divas, a Crypto Kitties clone, a cryptocurrency price-tracking website, and a Multisig Wallet.
Strategic Global Representative
ECOFRIT
Jan 2025 - Aug 2025
8 months
Angostura, Paine, Región Metropolitana, Chile
Ecofrit is a food tech startup, recognized twice by Start-Up Chile, that is transforming the management of used cooking oil with an innovative, sustainable solution. Our proprietary technology converts used oil into a solid, eco-friendly form, aligning with global environmental regulations and circular economy principles. In the past three months, we have expanded our operations, demonstrating strong market demand and adoption in Chile: • Leading hotels have integrated our solution to enhance sustainability and comply with environmental policies. • A growing network of restaurants is reducing its environmental footprint through our waste management approach. • Retailers are now offering our product to the public, driving wider adoption and awareness. • Waste management providers are incorporating our solution into their services for professional kitchens. As Strategic Global Representative, I focus on international expansion and strategic partnerships, positioning Ecofrit as a key player in sustainable food waste management. With increasing global sustainability regulations, our solution offers a scalable, compliant, and cost-effective alternative for the hospitality, food service, and retail industries. I am actively seeking strategic partners, investors, and industry leaders committed to sustainability and operational efficiency. Let’s connect to explore how Ecofrit can contribute to your business and environmental goals.
Head Sommelier
LA CLE GROUP
Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
1 year 1 month
Paris Area, France
I breathed new life into the hotel's wine business, forging powerful partnerships with the pinnacle of the country's vintners. My efforts culminated in a revamped offer, leading to an over 20% sales surge in the first few months. In addition, I nurtured the team's wine expertise, guiding them through the complexities of French and global wines.
Head Sommelier & Restaurant Director
Experimental Group
Oct 2016 - Mar 2019
2 years 6 months
Paris Area, France
I ran La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels, where I curated a wine list of more than 500 references worldwide. I organized unforgettable events that energized Paris' wine-drinking culture, with sales increasing by 30% in the first year. As the manager of this thriving wine business, I created a vibrant community of Parisian oenophiles.
Managing Director & Head Sommelier
Map Wines
Aug 2012 - Oct 2016
4 years 3 months
Paris Area, France
Map Wines was my first incursion into entrepreneurship. Its mission was to introduce boutique wines from Latin America to Europe's sophisticated palates. In 2012, I set out to raise awareness of the "New World's" undiscovered wine regions. As a result, I worked tirelessly to create a comprehensive business plan, a thriving marketplace, and a successful sales strategy with exclusive European Union partnerships.
Manager & Sommelier
Espacio Kitchen Club
Jan 2010 - Oct 2011
1 year 10 months
Madrid Area, Spain
I was invited to participate in the launch of the club as an event planner in the heart of Malasaña neighborhood in Madrid, we promoted experiences about cooking, wine and food tastings, conferences, presentations, and team-building activities.
Education
Ivan On Tech Academy
Ethereum 10
2020 - Present
6 years 10 months
Ivan On Tech Academy
Blockchain & Bitcoin 101
2020 - Present
6 years 10 months
Moralis Academy
JavaScript Programming for Blockchain Developers
2020 - Present
6 years 10 months
Wine & Spirit Education Trust
Level 4 Diploma in Wine & Spirits
2014 - 2016
3 years
Sommelier School of Chile
Sommelier
2007 - 2008
2 years