2025-10-18 –, Presentation Side
Practical insights for accountants and controllers on handling bitcoin in financial statements. Panelists will cover accounting treatment, reporting challenges, and compliance considerations for businesses integrating bitcoin into their books.
Practical insights for accountants and controllers on handling bitcoin in financial statements. Panelists will cover accounting treatment, reporting challenges, and compliance considerations for businesses integrating bitcoin into their books.
A licensed CPA and skilled CFO with over twenty-six years of experience, Michael started his career as a financial statement auditor at PwC. In 2017, he discovered Bitcoin and became a passionate advocate, regularly sharing his insights through Twitter spaces, conferences, and in-person meetups. Michael specializes in guiding tech-based companies through initial funding and mature organizations through M&A, including those focused on Bitcoin and Lightning. He also has expertise in leading geographically dispersed teams, both domestically and internationally. With his extensive accounting and finance background, Michael is well-equipped to support Bitcoiners and help their companies navigate the complexities of the current financial landscape.
Jason Keil, Founder and CEO of The Bitcoin Payments Advisor and Polaris Payments, brings 15+ years of payment innovation experience, with over $1 billion in transactions processed. He now helps businesses bridge traditional systems with practical bitcoin adoption and co-hosts the Medium of Exchange podcast, exploring entrepreneurial stories and why this monetary shift matters more than ever.
Since joining Fold in 2021, Mr. Repass has played a key role in establishing the financial, accounting, and operational foundations of the Company and was a key member of Fold's public readiness journey. Prior to joining Fold, Mr. Repass spent 10 years in the audit and advisory practices at PwC before joining Robinhood and later PopSockets. Mr. Repass hold a B.S. in Accounting from Bradley University and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the state of Colorado.
Seth is a licensed CPA with 5 years of experience in public accounting tax compliance, specializing in high-net worth individuals and Bitcoin start-ups. His interest in Bitcoin was reignited in 2022, and he has since become passionate about its potential to promote financial freedom and human flourishing. As a member of Satoshi Pacioli, Seth provides tax preparation services and tailored financial strategies to Bitcoiners, helping them navigate complex regulations and minimize tax liabilities.