Crypto Exchange Gemini Hires Brad Vopni to Lead Institutional Push

Vopni will be responsible for overseeing and executing the firm's institutional strategy.

May 7, 2025, 1:00 p.m.

Crypto exchange Gemini has hired Brad Vopni as head of institutional, the company told CoinDesk in an exclusive interview.

Vopni will be responsible for overseeing and executing the firm's institutional strategy.

Gemini is already working with exchange-traded fund (ETF) providers such as VanEck, Purpose, Evolve, 7RCC, and Monochrome, the company said.

"With a crypto-native platform offering a diverse set of products founded with safety, security and compliance in mind, Gemini is well positioned to serve the growing institutional community wherever they are along their crypto journey, with a focus on delivering an exemplary client experience," Vopni said in emailed comments.

Prior to joining Gemini, Vopni spent 6 years as head of digital assets at Hudson River Trading, one of the largest global electronic trading firms, where he led the firm’s expansion into the crypto space.

He joined Hudson River after leading capital markets at NextShares LLC, where he played a key role in the development and launch of the industry’s first actively-managed, portfolio-protected exchange-traded product.

Gemini hired Dan Chen as its new chief financial officer in March.

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