Fernando Ortiz

Fernando Ortiz is the Senior Director, Counsel at Bakkt, focusing on regulatory strategy in fintech and digital assets. At Bakkt, Fernando supports various initiatives, including digital asset trading and stablecoin infrastructure, while ensuring regulatory compliance. Previously, at Zero Hash, Fernando advanced to Senior Counsel, contributing to significant regulatory foundations that facilitated the company's growth. Fernando has extensive experience advising on governance, market expansion, and compliance processes in the financial sector. Currently pursuing a Juris Doctorate at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, Fernando also holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government from Northeastern Illinois University.