ADVISORY/SPEAKING SERVICES

Build With Bitcoin Co-Hosts Available for Speaking Engagements

 

Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz, co-hosts of the Build With Bitcoin podcast, bring a powerful combination of traditional finance expertise and cutting-edge Bitcoin innovation to the speaking circuit. With over 80 episodes featuring industry leaders, they've established themselves as trusted voices connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders around Bitcoin's transformative potential.

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Both speakers deliver engaging, data-driven presentations that bridge traditional finance and the Bitcoin ecosystem, making complex topics accessible to boards, investors, founders, and industry professionals. They are available for individual speaking engagements or can present together for comprehensive multi-perspective coverage.

 

 

Lynne Bairstow

Lynne brings a unique combination of experience from traditional finance and the startup world. After beginning her career on Wall Street at Merrill Lynch, she moved to Mexico, where she has lived for over 20 years. Since founding MITA Ventures in 2012, she has been a driving force in early-stage tech innovation and investment in Mexico and Latin America. She continues to serve as a mentor in the Google Launchpad for Startups LatAm, supporting founders across the region.

Lynne is a partner in Base Layer Advisors, a consultancy that connects investors with opportunities in Bitcoin companies and Bitcoin-focused venture capital funds. She is a co-founder of La Casa de Satoshi Bitcoin and freedom-tech hub in Mexico City. As co-host of the Build With Bitcoin podcast since April 2024, she has conducted interviews with over 70 industry leaders exploring Bitcoin as a transformative technology protocol.

 

Expertise

• Traditional finance (Wall Street, Merrill Lynch)

• Venture capital and startup ecosystems in Latin America

• Bitcoin investment advisory through Base Layer Advisors

• Early-stage tech innovation and mentorship

• Board governance and strategic decision-making

• Cross-cultural business development (20+ years in Mexico)

 

Speaking Experience

• BitBlockBoom Conference (2023, 2024, 2025)

• Plan B El Salvador Conference (2025)

• Bitcoin Conference, Las Vegas (2025)

• Google Launchpad mentor and presenter

 

Israel Muñoz

Israel brings analytical rigor from traditional capital markets and hands-on entrepreneurship in Bitcoin and emerging technologies. With a foundation in economics and mathematics (B.S. in Mathematical Economics with a minor in Actuarial Science from the University of St. Thomas, and Master of International Affairs from UC San Diego), he co-founded Red Envelope International in 2014, pioneering Bitcoin as a liquidation engine for cross-border remittances between Brazil, Mexico, and China to enable cheaper, faster transfers.

His career includes managing a $300M real estate portfolio at Quez Capital; launching 500 Global's Miami accelerator, vetting 200+ U.S. and LatAm startups; serving as a Series 7-licensed Registered Representative at Avenue Securities; and driving revenue growth as SWIFT's Regional Manager for Business Development in Mexico, Central America, and Brazil.

Since April 2024, Israel co-founded Build With Bitcoin with Lynne Bairstow—a podcast and advisory firm connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders on Bitcoin's revolutionary protocol. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, he vets Bitcoin-focused investment opportunities and mentors LatAm founders.

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Expertise

• Capital markets and securities (Series 7 licensed)

• Cross-border payments and Bitcoin remittances

• Venture capital and startup acceleration (500 Global)

• Real estate portfolio management ($300M)

• Latin America business development and market entry

• Multilingual communication (English, Spanish, Portuguese)

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Speaking Experience

• Roxom TV discussing Bitcoin's transformative potential

• Bitcoin conferences and fintech forums

• Latam Fintech Forum contributor

• Miami Fintech Club network

 

 

Suggested Speaking Topics

 

1. A New Era in Venture Capital: Insights based on venture investors and startup strategies from the Build With Bitcoin podcast on new funding mechanisms and ways to look at investment returns that are challenging the traditional venture capital model. Via treasury strategies and protocol incentives, the founder-investor relationship is changing in a drastic way. Explore new frameworks for due diligence and value creation through a digital asset's lens.

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2. Bitcoin's Role as a Value Transfer Network Drawing on case studies, this session explores how the Bitcoin protocol can power cross-border micropayments, new settlement rails, new custody models, and programmable contracts that apply to financial markets. Guiding financial leaders on integration, regulations, and decentralized liquidity for emerging and developed markets alike.

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3. Transforming AI and Digital Finance This session explores how board members can guide organizations to power AI-driven innovation through digitally native finance. Bitcoin is poised to become the native currency of autonomous AI agents, with micropayment capabilities fundamentally transforming how artificial intelligence systems conduct transactions and interact economically. Board members will examine the strategic implications of this convergence, including new business models where AI systems can directly monetize their services.

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4. Cross-Border Innovation: Bitcoin and Global Commerce Real-world insights from pioneering Bitcoin remittances between emerging markets. Learn how Bitcoin infrastructure enables faster, cheaper international transfers and what this means for financial institutions, remittance companies, and multinational corporations operating across borders.

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5. Opportunities in Decentralized Technologies This session examines truly decentralized technologies that distribute power and control to users rather than centralized entities, including peer-to-peer communication and social networks, and cryptography-based information verification systems. Unlike blockchain-based models that often retain centralized control points, these technologies emphasize genuine user ownership and open protocols. Board members will explore how organizations can leverage these systems to reduce platform dependency, enhance data privacy, and build more resilient digital infrastructure.

 

Booking Options

Individual Speakers: Book Lynne or Israel individually based on your specific topic needs and audience focus.

Both Speakers Together: For comprehensive coverage of Bitcoin's intersection with innovation, investment, and global commerce, book both speakers for panel discussions, dual keynotes, or complementary presentations.

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Ideal Audiences

• Corporate Boards and C-Suite Executives seeking to understand Bitcoin's strategic implications for treasury management and digital transformation

• Venture Capital and Private Equity Firms evaluating Bitcoin-focused investment opportunities and new funding models

• Financial Services Professionals navigating the convergence of traditional finance and digital assets

• Technology Leaders exploring AI monetization, decentralized infrastructure, and programmable money

• Latin America-Focused Organizations seeking insights on regional innovation ecosystems

• Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Conferences looking for speakers who bridge technical depth with business pragmatism

 

Speaking Formats

• Keynote Presentations (30-60 minutes)

• Panel Discussions (moderated or as panelists)

• Fireside Chats (conversational format)

• Workshops and Masterclasses (half-day or full-day deep dives)

• Virtual Presentations (via Zoom, Teams, or other platforms)

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Both speakers can present individually on specialized topics or together for comprehensive coverage of Bitcoin's intersection with innovation, investment, and global commerce.

 

Lynne and Israel are available for speaking engagements globally. Lynne brings particular expertise in Latin American markets with 20+ years in Mexico. Israel offers multilingual presentations in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Both can be booked individually or together based on your event needs.