The IOTA Foundation has announced significant changes to its leadership structure, signaling a new phase for the organization. Dr. Navin Ramachandran joins the Supervisory Board, while Dr. Anja Raden, Jan Misselwitz, and Luca Moser join the Board of Directors. Additionally, Dr. Christoph Strnadl will lead the new Technology Adoption department.
A member of the IOTA Foundation since 2016, Dr. Navin Ramachandran transitions from the Board of Directors to the Supervisory Board. With a background in medicine and healthcare research, Dr. Ramachandran previously advised the UK’s All-Party Parliamentary Group on Blockchain. According to the firm’s report, he will now work alongside Professor Serguei Popov and Clinton Walker to oversee and guide the Foundation.
Current Board of Directors
The Board of Directors now comprises Dr. Anja Raden (Legal and Regulatory Affairs), Jan Misselwitz (Finance & People), and Luca Moser (Research & Development), chaired by IOTA Co-Founder Dominik Schiener.
Dr. Christoph Strnadl, with over three decades of IT consulting and management experience, joins the IOTA Foundation as the Director of Technology Adoption. His role is crucial for driving technology initiatives in B2B and corporate domains, including projects like digital product passports and supply-chain automation.
The establishment of the Technology Adoption Department marks a pivotal moment for the IOTA Foundation. This new department, led by Dr. Strnadl, aims to enhance the adoption of IOTA technology in real-world applications, complementing other departments such as Ecosystem, Finance & People, Research & Development, Legal and Regulatory Affairs, and Communications.
