CoinList
Executive Overview
Raghav Gulati currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of CoinList, a leading platform for trading and managing cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Gulati assumed the CEO role in 2020, a move that has been closely associated with a period of notable growth and product innovation at CoinList. He is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and maintains a broad professional network, evidenced by over 440 LinkedIn connections ([LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/in/rargulati)).
Professional and Company Background
CoinList is recognized as one of the fastest-growing crypto financial platforms, emphasizing early investment opportunities and a strong focus on user experience. Under Gulati's leadership, CoinList has executed significant changes such as onboarding new product development talent (notably from Apex, a fintech company), with the intended purpose of enhancing user experience across CoinList’s suite of products ([CoinList Blog](https://blog.coinlist.co/coinlist-doubles-down-on-improving-user-experience-with-new-product-team/), June 2022).
Gulati’s tenure as CEO follows the company’s founding by Joshua Slayton and others. He did not found CoinList but was brought in for his technology-driven background and leadership in scaling digital platforms ([Clay Dossier](https://www.clay.com/dossier/coinlist-ceo), Sep 2024).
Prior to joining CoinList, Gulati was involved in the technology sector, occupying technical and management positions. His earlier roles include being a partner at SHA Ventures for nearly six years and working as a product engineer at companies such as Shyp and Backplane ([BlockBeats, Feb 2024](https://m.theblockbeats.info/en/news/50554)). He also has a record of founding and co-founding fintech and crypto-related startups, contributing to his expertise in product development and market fit for digital finance products.
Education
Gulati holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Stanford University, where he gained deep technical expertise and developed a strong foundation in software engineering ([Clay Dossier](https://www.clay.com/dossier/coinlist-ceo), Sep 2024).
Industry Voice & Thought Leadership
Gulati is an active thought leader in the cryptocurrency sector, regularly sharing perspectives on evolving technologies, regulatory dynamics, and market trends on social media platforms. For instance, he has commented on topics such as the use of stablecoins for payments on low-cost networks like Solana, and the shifting dominance between centralized and decentralized exchanges (CEX/DEX) ([Shopifreaks](https://www.shopifreaks.com/us-eu-tariffs-shopify-buy-local-amazon-dethrones-walmart/), Feb 2025; [LinkedIn: FIX25 event](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/shanika-bowen_fix25-fintech2025-artificialintelligence-activity-7291249419943903233-1nM0), Jan 2025).
On X (formerly Twitter) ([@rargulati](https://x.com/rargulati)), his posts reflect a philosophy of crypto as a transformative, “wartime” technology—emphasizing decentralization, user empowerment, and resistance to centralized control, aligning with the broader mission of CoinList.
He is cited in the media for insights on meme coins and digital asset trends, frequently participating in discussions on the future of consumer fintech innovation and regulatory navigation in the crypto arena ([Binance News](https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/2024-10-15-coinlist-ceo-discusses-future-of-meme-coins-14882732122410), Oct 2024; [ChainCatcher](https://www.chaincatcher.com/en/article/2147275), Oct 2024).
Company Performance and Work Culture
Gulati’s leadership style at CoinList is characterized by a flat organizational structure and an emphasis on open communication and idea exchange—attributes consistently referenced in employee reviews ([Glassdoor](https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-COINLIST-EI_IE2402279.11,19.htm)). CoinList currently holds a 3.8–3.9/5 employee approval rating, with 61% CEO approval, indicating solid internal sentiment during a competitive phase for crypto platforms.
Other Notable Details
- Tenure at CoinList: CEO since 2020.
- LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/in/rargulati](http://www.linkedin.com/in/rargulati)
- Social Presence: Active on X/Twitter ([@rargulati](https://x.com/rargulati)), engaging in sector thought leadership.
- Key Interests: Product innovation in crypto/fintech, stablecoins, CEX/DEX evolution, and consumer applications of blockchain technology.
- Education: Stanford University, BS in Computer Science.
- Professional Network: >440 LinkedIn connections; San Francisco Bay Area base.
CoinList’s strategic direction and product initiatives under Raghav Gulati’s stewardship position the company as a critical participant in the evolving digital asset ecosystem, with a strong focus on product-driven user experience and adaptable, forward-looking leadership.
