Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Rob Frasca is a seasoned entrepreneur and venture capitalist with a proven track record of success in the digital asset and blockchain technology sectors. As the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of COSIMO digital, COSIMO X, and COSIMO Y, he brings a wealth of industry expertise and a strategic vision to drive innovation and growth in the rapidly evolving world of decentralized finance (DeFi) and emerging technologies.
Experience Summary
Current Roles
Co-Founder and Managing Partner, COSIMO digital (2014-02-01 to Present):
- Responsible for the overall strategic direction and management of COSIMO digital, a leading venture capital firm focused on investing in blockchain and digital asset technologies.
- Oversees the firm's investment portfolio, providing strategic guidance and operational support to portfolio companies.
- Actively involved in sourcing, evaluating, and executing investment opportunities that align with COSIMO digital's investment thesis.
Managing Partner, COSIMO X (2018-10-01 to Present):
- Serves as the managing partner of COSIMO X, a dedicated blockchain and digital asset investment fund within the COSIMO portfolio.
- Leads the fund's investment strategy, portfolio management, and investor relations activities.
- Leverages his extensive industry expertise to identify and capitalize on emerging trends and high-potential opportunities in the blockchain and DeFi ecosystems.
General Partner, COSIMO Y (2023-01-01 to Present):
- Joined the COSIMO Y investment team as a general partner, contributing to the fund's strategic direction and investment decision-making.
- Responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and executing investment opportunities that align with COSIMO Y's focus on early-stage blockchain and digital asset startups.
- Provides hands-on support and guidance to portfolio companies, leveraging his entrepreneurial experience and industry knowledge.
Board of Advisors, Black Manta Capital Partners (2024-01-01 to Present):
- Serves on the board of advisors for Black Manta Capital Partners, a leading digital securities and asset tokenization platform.
- Provides strategic guidance and industry expertise to support the company's growth and expansion initiatives.
Board of Advisors, Fortuna Custody Solutions (2023-09-01 to Present):
- Joined the board of advisors for Fortuna Custody Solutions, a pioneering digital asset custody and settlement platform.
- Advises the company on product development, market strategy, and regulatory compliance, leveraging his deep understanding of the digital asset ecosystem.
Career Progression
Prior to co-founding COSIMO digital, Rob held various leadership roles in the technology and finance sectors, including serving as an investment banker at a prominent Wall Street firm and founding a successful tech startup focused on digital media and advertising.
Throughout his career, Rob has demonstrated a keen ability to identify emerging trends and capitalize on disruptive opportunities. He has been an active participant in the blockchain and digital asset space since its early stages, and has played a pivotal role in shaping the industry's development through his investments, advisory roles, and thought leadership.
Academic Background
Rob holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Digital asset and blockchain technology
- Venture capital and investment management
- Entrepreneurship and startup operations
- Strategic planning and business development
- Financial analysis and valuation
- Industry thought leadership and advisory
Professional Impact
Rob's contributions to the blockchain and digital asset ecosystem have been widely recognized. He has been a frequent speaker at industry conferences and has served as a guest lecturer at leading universities, sharing his insights and expertise with the next generation of innovators and leaders.
Under Rob's leadership, COSIMO digital has established a strong reputation as a premier venture capital firm in the digital asset space, with a diversified portfolio of successful investments and a track record of driving value creation for its portfolio companies.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, industry expertise, and strategic vision, Rob Frasca is poised to continue playing a pivotal role in the growth and evolution of the blockchain and digital asset industries. As he navigates the ever-changing landscape, he remains committed to identifying and capitalizing on the most promising opportunities, while fostering innovation and driving sustainable progress in the sector.
