About us
Our mission, our vision, our team.
Our Mission
At Blockwise
Our mission is to make finances simple for fintech pioneers through our industry expertise, freeing up their time to build the next big thing.
Our Vision
We envision
Our team comprises seasoned accountants, tax specialists, and strategic advisors with extensive experience in the fintech space. We are committed to understanding your unique challenges and delivering customized solutions that align with your business goals.
Our Team
Experienced Professionals, Dedicated to Your Success
Meet Our Team
Jean-Pierre Ngezigihe (Chief Executive Officer)
Jean-Pierre is the founder and leader of BlockWise, dedicated to helping fast-growing companies navigate emerging technologies, including AI and Digital Assets. Before founding BlockWise, he served as a Senior Management Consultant in the Fintech Vertical at KPMG Ventures, where he developed custom solutions for the Banking and Capital Markets team. He also played a crucial role in scaling DataHub, a Web3 developer platform by Figment.
Earlier in his career, Jean-Pierre co-founded an online tax filing platform for technology companies and co-authored Deloitte’s Tech Assets playbook. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting and actively mentors within Canada’s fintech ecosystem through Fintech Cadence.
Jean-Paul Ngezigihe, CPA (Chief Technology Officer)
Jean-Paul serves as the Chief Technology Officer, where he designs technology-driven solutions to simplify business tax processes. He joined BlockWise following the acquisition of Taxuby, the tax automation startup he founded. Previously, he worked at Deloitte in the AI and Algorithms practice, where he translated advanced analytics into actionable business outcomes.
Earlier in his career, Jean-Paul developed accounting rule engines for the Enterprise Technology group at CDPQ. He holds a Master’s degree in Human-Centered Data Science from the University of Toronto, a CPA designation, and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting. Additionally, he is dedicated to community empowerment through his involvement with the Black Wealth Club.
Anne-Sophie Barbeau (People & Ops Coordinator)
With over six years of experience in tech recruitment, including work with both top-tier agencies and Fortune 500 companies, Anne-Sophie has established herself as a trusted partner within our ecosystem. She excels at sourcing hard-to-find talent in areas such as Blockchain, Cloud Infrastructure, Security, Web3, and Data Science. In addition to her recruitment expertise, she now plays a key role in connecting people with operations.
As a champion of company culture, Anne-Sophie combines her strategic recruiting skills with practical people-operations knowledge to help our team grow efficiently and thrive.
Moustapha Touré (Financial Accounting Analyst)
Moustapha holds a master’s degree in Audit and Management Control from the Université du Québec à Montréal and is currently pursuing his CPA designation. He combines strong accounting expertise—focused on accounting controls and advanced analytics—with experience in commercial banking, where he evaluated credit risk and enhanced internal controls.
Passionate about financial analysis and internal auditing, Moustapha aims to leverage his dual background in banking and accounting to improve financial governance and drive sustainable growth for his clients.
Nadine Uwurunkundo (Accounting and Tax Associate)
Nadine is a detail-oriented accounting professional with a Business – Accounting Diploma from Algonquin College. She has proven expertise in financial reporting and has gained valuable frontline experience in fast-paced environments, which has sharpened her problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and collaborative mindset.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks Online, Nadine provides accurate, data-driven insights that support informed financial decisions and enhance organizational efficiency.
Edwige Akpakoun (Executive Assistant)
Edwige is a versatile executive assistant with proven expertise in client support, process optimization, and modern digital tools. She is proficient in Google Workspace, Notion, Asana, and Zapier
She streamlines workflows and automates routine tasks to enhance efficiency. Edwige multi-channel customer support allows the team to concentrate on growth while ensuring that operations run smoothly and professionally
Advisors
Bassil Eid
Bassil Eid is the Swiss-Canadian co-founder and CEO of Breezing, a crypto sub-ledger that integrates on-chain transactions from over 30 blockchains directly into accounting softwares. Additionally, he leads Detof in Zürich, a boutique firm that offers crypto-native tax services, and fractional CFO services.
As an entrepreneur at heart, Bassil previously co-founded Earny, a venture-backed payroll automation platform designed for Swiss SMEs.
Bassil also teaches the Accounting for On-Chain Transactions module at The Accountant Quits’ Crypto Accounting Academy and speaks globally on the reconciliation of blockchain data. He holds a B.B.A. from Trent University and completed graduate economics/MBA coursework at the University of Ottawa.
Olivia Goudou
Olivia Goudou is an award-winning brand strategist and the founder of Gifted Branding, bringing over 20 years of global experience in marketing, communications, and revenue-driven brand development. She has contributed to the success of some of the world’s most respected brands, including Four Seasons Hotels, RBC, Intact Financial and Tangerine. Her work combines design expertise with a holistic, human-centered approach that fosters trust and advocacy among stakeholders.
Olivia began her career in advertising, creating campaigns for brands such as Pepsi, L’Oréal, and Bombardier. She later transitioned into corporate leadership, where she successfully turned brand equity into significant revenue growth.
Fluent in French, English, and Spanish, Olivia holds an MBA in Business Administration and Management from Université Paris Panthéon-Assas. Today, she helps organizations inspire, innovate, and scale responsibly, building brands that not only stand out but also stand for meaningful values.
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