Elena Sinelnikova

 

Elena Sinelnikova is a Canadian entrepreneur, blockchain expert, software engineer, and supporter of women in technology. She was a co-founder of Metis, a Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum, and CryptoChicks, an international nonprofit aimed at providing blockchain education to women.

 

Quick Facts

 

Full name	Elena Sinelnikova
Birth	Canada
Nationality	Canadian
Education	Masters in Computer Science from MIET
Husband/Partner	Andrei Sinelnikova
Net worth	Estimated in millions

 

Elena made her career in enterprise software development for government and law enforcement sectors after earning a Master's in Computer Science from the National Research University of Electronic Technology.

 

Elena Sinelnikova - Career Highlights & Events

 

• Graduated with a Master’s in Computer Science from the NRUET

 

• Founded CryptoChicks in 2017 to promote blockchain education among women​

 

• Co-founded MetisDAO, focusing on Ethereum Layer 2 scaling solutions​

 

• Led CryptoChicks to expand into over 56 countries​

 

• Recognized among Canada’s Top Women in Fintech and Blockchain in 2021​

 

Since 2017, she has led CryptoChicks to grow into more than 56 countries, providing hackathons, workshops, and mentoring programs. Elena is recognized as a key influence in decentralized innovation and inclusive blockchain frameworks.

 

Useful Links to Connect With Elena Sinelnikova

 

Platform	Link
X (formerly Twitter)	https://twitter.com/elena_crypto
LinkedIn profile	https://www.linkedin.com/in/esinelnikova/
CryptoChicks website	https://cryptochicks.ca
Metis DAO	https://www.metis.io