Former Alameda CEO Caroline Ellison Gets New Job at Manifund

The Hire Predated the Public Announcement

Manifund announced that Ellison began a work trial on July 13 and accepted a full-time role on August 10. During that period, she published work and supported users under the name “Carol.”

Her stated responsibilities include developing the funding platform, operations, customer support and research into how philanthropic funding should be directed. The September 11 post was therefore an identity disclosure rather than a same-day hiring decision.

Manifund Is Not a Crypto Return

Ellison has not returned to a cryptocurrency exchange, trading firm or custody business. Manifund is a 501(c)(3) charity that hosts public grant proposals, fundraising and regranting programmes. Its website lists 486 funded projects, $17.2 million directed to projects and $5.46 million distributed through regrantors.

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