Austin Virts
About Austin Virts
Austin Virts serves as the Director of Ecosystem at Aptos since 2022, bringing extensive marketing experience from previous roles at Solana Labs and other companies in the tech industry.
Work at Aptos
Austin Virts serves as the Director of Ecosystem at Aptos, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Palo Alto, California, he focuses on developing and expanding the ecosystem surrounding Aptos, contributing to its growth and integration within the blockchain community.
Previous Experience at Solana Labs
Prior to his role at Aptos, Austin worked at Solana Labs as the Head of Marketing from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, he was responsible for marketing strategies that helped elevate Solana's presence in the blockchain space, contributing to its rapid growth and adoption.
Marketing Roles at Origin Protocol and Audius
Austin held multiple positions at Origin Protocol, initially as Marketing in 2018 and later as Head of Growth from 2018 to 2019. He also worked at Audius as Head of Crypto/Marketing from 2021 to 2022, where he focused on promoting the platform within the cryptocurrency sector.
Advisory Role at Orca
Since 2021, Austin has served as an Advisor at Orca. In this role, he provides strategic guidance and insights to help Orca navigate the evolving landscape of decentralized finance and enhance its offerings.
Founding 51 North Creative
Austin founded 51 North Creative, where he worked from 2015 to 2018. As the founder, he led creative projects and marketing initiatives, establishing a foundation for his subsequent roles in the tech and blockchain industries.