JEFF WAGNER
ENTREPRENEUR, EDUCATOR, BLOCKCHAIN EXPERT, INVESTOR
Biography
Jeff Wagner’s life is guided by the principle, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. But first, do no harm.” His journey from the rugged Yukon Territory to blockchain innovation showcases resilience, reinvention, and entrepreneurial grit.
Roots in Faith, Grit, and Adaptability
Growing up near the Alaska border in the Yukon, Jeff learned survival skills from his parents and First Nation elders—lessons that saved his life and taught him grit and adaptability. He developed a passion for extreme snowboarding, culminating in heliboarding peaks near the Juneau icefields.
At six, his family joined a conservative church, and by 11, his father became a pastor. By 12, Jeff began earning his own money, from mowing lawns to running a fish guiding business during college. His father, an excellent negotiator, passed on those skills, which Jeff used to turn around a failing business in his mid-20s. By 37, he had sold his stake and moved his family to Montevideo, Uruguay—just months before the 2008 financial crisis.
Entrepreneurial Resilience and Reinvention
The move to Uruguay marked a turning point. Jeff faced significant financial losses in the stock market and an unexpected hospitalization due to a skin infection. Healing physically, mentally, and spiritually, he returned to Canada with his family, settling on Vancouver Island and taking a job in the modular home industry.
Within a few years, Jeff partnered with business owners to create a new company importing prefabricated log structures from Estonia. The European craftsmanship paid off, and within three years, the company grew to over 12 dealerships across British Columbia with a strong bank account. However, when Jeff unexpectedly went through a divorce, he chose to shut down the business to focus on raising his two teenage sons full-time.
A New Chapter: Bitcoin and Blockchain
Jeff’s entrepreneurial spirit remained undiminished. While exploring Bitcoin, he took the "orange pill" in 2015, realizing its world-changing potential as "freedom money." Today, Jeff and his wife—happily married for over seven years—own a business that mines Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Dogecoin and develops blockchain applications. Together, they empower others to achieve financial independence through blockchain technology.
As an educator, Jeff created Crypto Empowerment, a course designed to take individuals from beginners to intermediate in blockchain and cryptocurrency knowledge.
Current Ventures
Jeff also serves as the project manager for a multi-million-dollar Bitcoin mining operation in West Texas, providing fractional ownership opportunities and ensuring secure, seamless participation for clients. His leadership reflects decades of entrepreneurial experience and a passion for empowering others through blockchain technology.
Key Highlights
  • Entrepreneurship: Decades of experience turning struggling businesses into successes and pioneering ventures in blockchain.
  • Education: Creator of Crypto Empowerment, an accessible course on Bitcoin and blockchain.
  • Leadership: Oversees Bitcoin mining operations and blockchain development projects with his wife.
Media and Speaking Engagements
Jeff Wagner connects with audiences through compelling storytelling and actionable insights, inspiring them to embrace innovation, navigate life’s challenges, and achieve financial independence.
For Jeff’s free report on Why You Should Have Bitcoin on Your Balance Sheet and how it can transform your financial strategy, email here.
Jeff’s Current Project: FFUNDER – Empowering Web3 Communities
Jeff is currently leading FFUNDER, an innovative crowdfunding and marketplace on the BASE blockchain designed to empower Web3 projects. FFUNDER enables teams to raise funds, connect with industry experts, and expand capabilities—all in a secure and compliant environment that provides supporters with exclusive early access to groundbreaking initiatives.
To ensure transparency, FFUNDER introduces the Supporter Protection Scheme: funds are held in escrow and released only when projects meet predefined milestones. This approach adds a layer of security, allowing backers to confidently support early-stage ventures.
In addition to funding, FFUNDER rewards community engagement. Supporters earn RAIS tokens with each contribution, while project creators share unique experiences, limited-edition NFTs, and exclusive tokens with their backers. FFUNDER’s Talent Pool further connects creators with skilled community members, accelerating project development and fostering collaboration.
With automated TLC reward transfers, project owners enjoy streamlined payments, and the platform’s swap function allows seamless conversion to stablecoins, minimizing volatility during critical development phases. Through FFUNDER, Jeff is building a community-driven platform that fuels innovation, protects contributions, and connects talent in the Web3 space.
Podcast Spotlight: Financial Freedom Guy Podcast - Exploring BITCOIN AND BLOCKCHAIN
Questions for the Media
  1. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO DIVE INTO THE WORLD OF CRYPTOCURRENCY AND BITCOIN?
  1. HOW DID YOUR BACKGROUND IN THE MODULAR HOME INDUSTRY INFLUENCE YOUR APPROACH IN THE BLOCKCHAIN SPACE?
  1. CAN YOU SHARE HOW YOUR COMPANY HELPS PEOPLE ACHIEVE FINANCIAL FREEDOM THROUGH BITCOIN?
  1. WHAT ARE THE MOST EXCITING PROJECTS YOU’RE CURRENTLY WORKING ON?
  1. WHAT DO YOU SEE AS THE BIGGEST OBSTACLES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR BITCOIN TODAY?
  1. WHERE DO YOU SEE THE FUTURE OF CRYPTOCURRENCY AND BLOCKCHAIN HEADING IN THE NEXT 5–10 YEARS?
  1. CAN YOU DESCRIBE YOUR LIVE ONLINE COURSE, CRYPTO EMPOWERMENT, AND ITS IMPACT?
  1. WHAT DOES “FREEDOM MONEY” MEAN TO YOU PERSONALLY?
  1. IF BITCOIN WERE A SUPERHERO, WHAT POWERS WOULD IT HAVE, AND WHO WOULD BE ITS BIGGEST RIVAL?
  1. WHAT’S AN UNEXPECTED SKILL YOU’VE PICKED UP IN THE CRYPTOCURRENCY WORLD?
  1. IF YOU COULD TIME-TRAVEL TO ANY MOMENT IN FINANCIAL HISTORY, WHERE WOULD YOU GO AND WHY?
  1. HOW DO YOU UNWIND OUTSIDE OF THE CRYPTO WORLD?
  1. WHAT MOTIVATES YOU TO KEEP PUSHING BOUNDARIES IN THE BLOCKCHAIN SPACE?
Connect with Jeff
Reach out to Jeff via email to inquire about his services or discuss potential collaborations.