Harold Kinet

Visionary Leader in Web3 & Blockchain Strategy Expert

Co-founder of WalChain and board member of Blockchain4Belgium, Harold is a recognized Blockchain Strategy Expert, leading Web3 strategy and blockchain innovation. With a background in media, marketing, and fundraising, he has led multi-million euro ICOs, helping startups scale and secure funding. Frequently featured in Belgian media, he advises companies on blockchain adoption, business growth, and decentralized finance.

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2019 - today

In 2019, Harold co-founded BE Blockchain alongside Steve, combining their complementary expertise acquired in the blockchain sector since 2017. The goal was to create a leading agency that offers cutting-edge solutions in blockchain strategy, project development, and ecosystem growth.

Harold serves as the face of the company, driving the strategic vision to position BE Blockchain as a market leader. His role focuses on thought leadership, industry partnerships, and business development, ensuring that the company stays at the forefront of blockchain innovation. As a Blockchain Strategy Expert, he has advised multiple startups and enterprises on blockchain adoption.

2021 - today

Harold co-initiated the creation of WalChain, the official blockchain business network in Wallonia, supported by the government. The network connects entrepreneurs, universities, investment funds, research centers, and industry clusters to foster blockchain adoption and collaboration.

2020 - 2023

Harold worked as an economic columnist for LN24, Belgium’s leading news channel, covering topics such as Web3, the metaverse, NFTs, and blockchain.

2019 - 2022

Before that, he co-founded Openflow.coop, a cooperative of experts dedicated to ecological and social transition. As Innovation Manager, he led the development of a B2B platform powered by blockchain technology. Openflow experts also developed innovative solutions to combat COVID-19, which gained international recognition and were featured in The New York Times.

2018 - 2019

Harold advised several blockchain projects on fundraising and communication during their ICOs. For exemple, he helped EIPlatform integrate blockchain into esports sponsorships and supported YellowBetter’s Pre-ICO strategy.

2017 - 2019

Before becoming an entrepreneur, Harold served as Head of Communications at Daneel.io, a company specializing in artificial intelligence applied to blockchain technology.

The company raised €2M in its 2018 ICO to develop an AI-powered platform assisting crypto investors and traders with market insights. Harold collaborated with major partners such as BPCE, Facebook, Station F, IBM Watson, and BIC Montpellier.

His expertise has been featured in JournalDuNet, La Tribune, JournalDuCoin, Cryptonews, Ethereumnews, Bitcoinist, and many more.

If you want to learn more about Daneel.io, you can check Medium or in these different news articles: TheMerkle, LaTribune, BusinessMalta, Boursier.Com or BlockTribune.

2016 - 2017

Harold managed marketing and international trade shows for WOW, a company active in the amusement park industry. He handled media planning, sales support, and branding while ensuring the company’s presence at major events in the US, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. He also developed strategic partnerships to expand market reach.

2015 - 2016

Harold began his career as a journalist specializing in defense and security at Army Recognition, the official media partner for some of the world’s largest defense trade shows (Eurosatory, DSA, DSEI, and more).

His role included covering international events, reporting from the field, and handling business relations. He spent over 30% of his time on business trips across Europe, the United States, South America, the Middle East, and Asia.

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Harold's Path to Expertise

Press mentions

Conferences and medias

Harold Kinet’s Journey in Web3 & Blockchain

Building a Circular Economy – Insights from Circular In Wallonia

Harold Kinet on RTBF – National TV Feature on Blockchain & Innovation

Bitcoin & Market Trends – Harold Kinet’s Expert Analysis on LN24

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Event Participation & Recognitions

Harold has actively participated in major tech and blockchain events worldwide, gaining recognition as a speaker, exhibitor, and startup pitcher. His involvement in these key industry gatherings highlights his commitment to innovation and networking.