Dipen Jobanputra

Dipen Jobanputra has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Dipen began their career as an Analyst at Goldman Sachs in 2000, followed by a role as Vice President at Dresdner Kleinwort, where they managed the BestConnect client base and developed an enhanced DMA service. In 2006, they joined Jefferies as a Senior Vice President, specializing in Algorithmic Trading and Sales, and remained with the company until 2020.

In 2021, Dipen served as an Advisory Board Member (pro bono) for HM Treasury's Socio-Economic Diversity Taskforce, where they leveraged their extensive network and conducted interviews with senior City executives to make a positive impact.

Dipen then joined Blockchain.com in 2022 as a Senior Institutional Sales professional, actively sourcing and closing new clients while establishing partnerships and ventures. Simultaneously, they became an Investor at Market Dynamics and a Strategic Advisor at a Stealth NFT Startup.

However, Dipen's longest tenure was with Second Degree Limited, a company they founded and directed since 2007. The company grew significantly under their leadership, attracting over 400 members and achieving an engagement rate of over 85%. Throughout their career, Dipen has demonstrated expertise in finance, technology, and strategic advisory roles.

Dipen Jobanputra's education history includes completing a Law and Japanese LLB (Joint Hons) degree at Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd. The degree program focused on the study of law and the Japanese language. Dipen then attended BPP Law School to pursue a Legal Practice Course, which furthered their knowledge and skills in law. Additionally, Dipen studied at J.F. Oberlin University, where they completed the program in Reconnaissance Japan. This program involved advanced Japanese language courses along with elective courses in Japanese Economics, Culture, and Law. The specific start and end years for each educational experience are not provided.