Brandon Ferdig

Brandon Ferdig is the President of the Minnesota Blockchain Initiative, leading efforts to enhance the blockchain industry in Minnesota since May 2022. Previously, Brandon served as the Director of Communications for the same initiative, focusing on research and dissemination of blockchain-related activities. As a Human Interest Writer, Speaker, and Video Creator for The Periphery Media LLC, Brandon created ThePeriphery.com and a corresponding YouTube channel. Additional experience includes roles as Content Manager at DeFiner, Content Specialist at Circle of Life Home Care, and Communications Manager at Community School of Excellence, where Brandon developed communication strategies for a Hmong-focused charter school. Early career highlights include serving as Media Manager for Griffin Recovery Enterprises, promoting the work of addiction and men's health expert Dan Griffin. Brandon Ferdig holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Minnesota, where studies occurred from 2001 to 2006.