Artists & Speakers

Lee is the co-founder of Bitcoin Jungle in Costa Rica, organizer of Bitcoin Freedom Festival and Nostrica 2023.

After moving to Costa Rica during the pandemic with his beautiful wife & son, he's been on a mission empowering businesses to become early adopters in the greatest technology mankind has ever devised.

Following a profound spiritual awakening at the age of 19, Govinda set forth on a transformative journey over two decades ago. Since then, his dedication to liberating the heart, body, and soul from outdated programming, life's resistances, and toxicity has never wavered. Through intensive meditation, Kriya Yoga, fasting, and a variety of other disciplines, Govinda has effectively rechanneled the internal flows of energy towards the source of existence and spiritual enlightenment.

​Francis Pouliot is a Bitcoin entrepreneur, economist, researcher and industry spokesperson since 2013. Francis is also founder and CEO of Satoshi Portal, a Montreal-based fintech startup building the software and financial infrastructure for the Bitcoin Standard, notably through its two flagship applications Bylls and Bitcoin Outlet. Francis is the creator and project manager of Cyphernode, an open-source Bitcoin protocol infrastructure project.

Richard is the co-founder of Bitcoin Jungle, organizer and creator of Bitcoin Freedom Festival and a channel for the Hummingbird Tribe narrative. Before this, he was a long term resident of Hong Kong and an outspoken citizen journalist during the height of its protest movement agaisnt tyranny. He has also been a trail race organizer and pioneering trekking guide in Tibet and Western China.

Richard began investing in Bitcoin in 2017 and sees it as the best method to fight tyranny around the world. .​

Eduardo Kopper is a prominent Costa Rican businessman and renewable energy entrepreneur known for his innovative approach to merging green energy with bitcoin mining. As the president of the family-owned company that manages Data Center CR and Poas I Hydroelectric Plant, Kopper ventured into bitcoin mining after traditional energy sales declined during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company now operates a unique Bitcoin mining operation powered entirely by renewable hydropower, making it one of the first “green” cryptocurrency initiatives in Costa Rica.

Kopper’s business, which includes three hydroelectric plants, transformed its idle energy capacity into a digital currency production hub. This pivot not only saved the business but also positioned it at the forefront of sustainable bitcoin practices. The facilities currently house more than 650 mining machines and have attracted both local and international interest from bitcoin miners looking for clean and reliable energy sources.

Juan is a successful, local entrepreneur and creator of the conference Blockchain Jungle. He will be speaking on the how Bitcoin can change Costa Rica and the region for the better. . 

Autor del best seller "Bitcoinismo: la era de la riqueza inconfiscable", host de Bitcoinismo Podcast. 

Postgrado de Experto en Medios de Pago, Bitcoin y Blockchain por la Universidad Europea de Madrid. Profesor en universidades, formaciones privadas y conferencias sobre Bitcoin tanto a nivel nacional como internacional en macro eventos de prestigio como Adopting Bitcoin en El Salvador, Watch Out Bitcoin, Startup Olé o Rankia entre otros.

También ha participado como invitado honorífico en instituciones como la Universidad Francisco Marroquín, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Universidad Regional Amazónica Ikiam de Ecuador y LEAD University de Costa Rica, además del emblemático Club Financiero Génova o Google.

Aparece frecuentemente en medios de comunicación como Emprendedores, Expansión, AS, National Geographic, Idealista, Business Insider, Investing.com, NegociosTV, TreceTV, La Sexta o FORBES.

María Gabriela, who goes by Gabriela, is an attorney at law, notary public, real estate attorney, and holds legal specializations in Immigration Law/Residency procedures, Costa Rica Tax Law, and International Conflict Resolution and Mediation.With over fifteen years experience in law, Gabriela is especially knowledgeable and skilled in her specialities and can guide and assist clients with many elements of navigating the legal landscape here in Costa Rica for Bitcoin.

Scott is a Costa Rica realtor living on the central / southern Pacific coast. Scott has lived there since 1998, is a resident of Costa Rica, is fully bilingual, and is a member of the Costa Rican Chamber of Realtors (CCCBR) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). He will 

Matt brings a wealth of valuable knowledge to the table as a local business & property owner. He has been a full-time resident in Costa Rica for 18 years and has three decades worth of construction experience, a hospitality background, and a genuine care for the local community. Both Matt and Scott will be on a panels speaking about how to buy property in Costa Rica with Bitcoin. 

Melisa Barrantes Montero

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Autora del libro Despierta Costarricense, madre

Abogada especializada en activos digitales

Desarrolladora de marcas personales y activista de la educación financiera basada en Bitcoin.

Jose is a transformational coach, breathwork expert, and the founder of TerraKeepers, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting indigenous communities in preserving their land, culture, and sovereignty.

Jose’s mission is to inspire individuals and communities to live authentically, sustainably, and in alignment with their highest potential.  He shares his unique perspective on integrating technology, personal transformation, and collective empowerment to create a more sovereign and abundant future.

Vera is a Czech consultant and legal expert based in Costa Rica, dedicated to unlocking the transformative potential of bitcoin as a digital payment medium. A passionate advocate for financial freedom and decentralization, she inspires global audiences through her lectures at bitcoin events, connecting professionals across industries and fostering collaborative communities.

Soy profesora de teatro, directora y actriz con más de 15 años de experiencia en la docencia y un doctorado en Cultura y Arte Latinoamericano. Desde 2018, me he sumergido en el mundo de Bitcoin, lo que me permitió emigrar a Costa Rica en 2020 y, gracias al halving de 2021, reunir a mi familia, asegurando un futuro mejor para mis hijos. Hoy, combino mi pasión por la enseñanza y el arte con la innovación digital, creando nuevas formas de aprendizaje e inspiración.

Alejandro is a Costa Rican native who has immersed himself in the world of Bitcoin for the past five years. By day, he works at a high-tech IT company, and he utilizes his earnings to invest in Bitcoin daily. Throughout his journey in the cryptocurrency space, Alejandro has experienced both highs and lows, learning valuable lessons along the way. He is committed to applying these lessons to avoid past mistakes.

Alejandro is always enthusiastic about discussing Bitcoin and is eager to "orange pill" anyone willing to learn. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, and a Master's degree in Project Management.

Jeannette es una empresaria hispano-costarricense apasionada por la hospitalidad y la innovación financiera. Propietaria de un encantador hotel boutique en Uvita, ha combinado su experiencia en el sector turístico con su conocimiento en Bitcoin, brindando a sus huéspedes una experiencia auténtica y alineada con las nuevas tendencias económicas. Su enfoque visionario la ha llevado a integrar soluciones descentralizadas en su negocio, posicionándose como una emprendedora moderna y adaptable a los cambios del mercado.