Groundbreakers: Episode 4 - Interview with George Bonanno, CEO of EmpireDAO

Domingo Valadez
November 14, 2023

In this episode of Groundbreakers, our host interviews George Bonano, CEO of EmpireDAO. EmpireDAO is a membership-based co-working model with a unique incentive system where members are rewarded for the time they spend in their spaces. George shares his career journey, from working in the securities industry to his involvement in digital assets at BNY Mellon and Wells Fargo. He also discusses the catalyst that led him to leave his stable job and start EmpireDAO. The episode explores the vision behind EmpireDAO and its plans for expansion, including upcoming locations in Jersey City and New York Metro. Listeners can learn more about EmpireDAO and join the waitlist for access to their co-working spaces.
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