Scottsdale

City Leader

Eric Schedeler

Founder at Path Capital Advisors

Eric Schedeler is a former President/CEO and director of public companies in the consumer electronics, online streaming media, and mobile industries. His expertise lies in new product development, distribution, and capital formation for both private and public offerings. He has successfully launched innovative consumer electronic products, including the world’s first dual deck VCR for Go-Video, Discovery Channel CD-ROMs, Jurassic Park movie merchandise, and the electronic TV Host.

In recent years, Eric has served as an active mentor and co-investor in early-stage companies, with investment participation from Google Ventures, Mark Cuban, 500 Startups, Y Combinator, and MicroVentures. He currently advises several early-stage growth companies and is a member of the Crowdfunding Industry Professionals Association.

Eric is a senior new media executive with over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience in finance, distribution, sales, and senior management. He has a strong background across various business disciplines, coupled with exceptional organizational and planning skills that enable him to perform well under pressure. Known for his ability to think rationally, embrace change, and develop practical solutions, Eric also brings outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. He excels at motivating teams and improving performance across all levels of an organization, driven by a results-oriented work ethic and a strategic approach to problem-solving.

Co-City Leader

Ronald Amaya

Chief Strategy Officer at Lunar Digital Assets

Ronald Amaya, known as Aztec (@circle_crypto (https://x.com/circle_crypto)), is a visionary leader shaping the future of Web3. As Chief Strategy Officer at Lunar Digital Assets (LDA), Aztec drives innovation by incubating high-impact blockchain projects, leveraging his expertise in strategy, marketing, and community building. His multifaceted role at LDA has been instrumental in scaling projects like Polygon and QuickSwap, Polygon’s flagship decentralized exchange (DEX), where he played a pivotal role in its inception and growth during the DeFi Summer. His strategic foresight also contributed to Polygon’s rebrand from Matic Network, helping secure over $400 million in funding and cementing its position as a leading Ethereum Layer 2 solution. As the co-founder and mastermind behind LitVM, Aztec is pioneering a groundbreaking EVM Layer 2 chain for Litecoin, unlocking DeFi, real-world assets, and advanced functionalities for a decentralized, hard-money ecosystem. His vision for LitVM, described as “kicking off the Hard Money Web3 rebellion,” integrates cutting-edge zero-knowledge technology, positioning it as a transformative force in blockchain infrastructure. Aztec’s ability to balance analytical rigor with creative innovation has made LitVM a beacon for utility-driven Web3 solutions.

A respected thought leader, Aztec co-hosts The Aggregated, a weekly X Space podcast by QuickSwap and Polygon, fostering vibrant discussions that unite Web3 communities. His candid insights and integrity-driven approach have earned him a trusted voice, with a strong following for his accurate market predictions and commitment to transparency. A long-term contributor to the Polygon ecosystem, Aztec has shaped its growth through strategic initiatives like Tesseract, integrating grant recipients to drive innovation. As the founder of AggFam, he champions community-driven ecosystems, blending technical expertise with a passion for decentralization. Aztec’s relentless dedication continues to redefine Web3’s potential, inspiring builders and communities alike.