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Antonio Carlos Visentini

 
Bridging Traditional Finance and Web3 Innovation
São Paulo, Brazil | Brazilian & Italian | [email protected] | +55 11 98901-9009
 
 

Professional Summary

 
Antonio Visentini is a seasoned finance professional and blockchain strategist whose career spans more than a decade at the intersection of investment banking, digital assets, and macroeconomic research. Recognized for his ability to bridge institutional capital markets with the rapidly evolving Web3 ecosystem, Antonio brings a unique dual perspective—combining the analytical rigor of a banker with the forward-thinking mindset of a blockchain innovator.

Currently serving as Senior Research Analyst at WeSearch, Antonio leads deep-dive analyses into emerging blockchain technologies, decentralized protocols, and macro-crypto dynamics. His work supports investment decisions, strategic reports, and public insights across the Web3 industry, where he explores correlations between cryptocurrencies and global markets, token valuation frameworks, and the long-term implications of decentralized finance. His analyses have contributed to the development of data-driven investment theses, supporting both institutional investors and the wider blockchain community. Also contributing with several journalists to do collaborations on the article published by the press.

Prior to his current role, Antonio built a distinguished career in investment banking, holding senior positions at leading financial institutions such as Banco Itaú BBA,
Bradesco BBI, HSBC, and Banco Votorantim. Across these roles, he executed and originated some of the largest equity capital market transactions in Brazil’s financial history, while advising corporations on strategic M&A and capital structure optimization.
 
 

Career Highlights

WeSearch – Senior Research Analyst (2025–Present)

 
At WeSearch, Antonio drives institutional-grade research within the Web3 domain, evaluating early-stage blockchain startups, layer-1 and layer-2 ecosystems, and the economic mechanisms underpinning decentralized networks. His coverage includes macroeconomic influences on crypto markets, deep dives on major assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, and analytical reports designed to guide strategic investments.

 He collaborates with crypto journalists and data scientists to deliver evidence-based insights, contributing to publications and reinforcing transparency within the digital asset ecosystem.
 

Itaú BBA – Associate Director, Investment Banking (2020–2022)

 
In his leadership role at Brazil’s largest investment bank, Antonio specialized in Equity Capital Markets (ECM) origination and execution for companies listing on B3, NYSE, and NASDAQ.

He structured and led multiple landmark IPOs and follow-on offerings, including those for Petz, Track&Field, Burger King, Lojas Renner, and BTG Pactual, among others.
Antonio’s ability to synthesize macroeconomic context, company fundamentals, and investor sentiment made him a trusted advisor for C-level executives and institutional clients navigating the complexities of global equity markets.
 

Bradesco BBI – Senior Associate, Investment Banking (2016–2020)

 
Antonio’s tenure at Bradesco BBI provided a comprehensive foundation across ECM, M&A, and DCM.
He participated in IPOs such as Banco Inter, Pagseguro, Carrefour, and Azul, and advised on strategic M&A transactions in energy, infrastructure, and consumer sectors—including Petrobras divestments and private equity-backed sales.
His cross-functional exposure strengthened his acumen in valuation, capital structuring, and deal execution, while fostering a deep understanding of Brazil’s corporate landscape.
 

Earlier Experience: HSBC Bank Brasil & Banco Votorantim (2013–2016)

 
Antonio began his career developing financial models and supporting M&A and ECM transactions across multiple industries. His early exposure to deal origination, distressed asset advisory, and client interaction refined his technical and interpersonal foundation—skills that continue to define his analytical depth today.
 
 

Academic & Thought Leadership

 
Antonio’s intellectual curiosity and lifelong learning ethos have guided his transition into the blockchain space.
 He completed postgraduate programs at Columbia Business School (Blockchain in Business: Beyond the Hype) and Wharton Executive Education (University of Pennsylvania) (Economics of Blockchain and Digital Assets), building a solid academic foundation in tokenomics, decentralized systems, and financial innovation. Both courses received the maximum grade of 5.0.

He also holds a Postgraduate Degree in Finance from INSPER IBMEC São Paulo and a Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering from Universidade Federal de São Carlos.

Earlier in his academic journey, Antonio conducted AI-based predictive research on the Ibovespa Index, where his work on modeling financial forecasting using artificial intelligence was appraised with honors—a rare early indicator of his interest in the intersection between technology and finance.
 
 

Skills & Competencies

• Investment Banking: ECM, M&A, DCM, IPO structuring, valuation, and capital markets strategy
• Web3 & Blockchain: Tokenomics, DeFi ecosystems, layer-1/layer-2 analysis, and macro-crypto research
• Financial Analysis: Advanced modeling, risk assessment, portfolio analytics, and market forecasting
• Technical Tools: Bloomberg, FactSet, Capital IQ, SQL, SAS, Dev-C++, Microsoft Office Suite
• Languages: Portuguese (Native), English (Fluent – CAE Certified), Italian & Spanish (Professional Proficiency)

Personal & Professional Ethos

 
Antonio’s career reflects a consistent commitment to bridging established finance with transformative technologies. He believes that the future of global capital markets lies in the convergence of decentralized innovation and institutional trust.
Driven by precision, curiosity, and an unwavering analytical mindset, Antonio combines the discipline of traditional finance with a passion for technological progress—striving to contribute to a more transparent, efficient, and inclusive financial future.

Outside of work, he is an avid golfer, sailor, swimmer, and endurance runner, pursuits that mirror his professional values of balance, focus, and continuous improvement. He also volunteers with GPACI (Group of Research and Assistance to Children with Cancer), reflecting his belief that professional success carries a responsibility toward social impact.