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A private, vetted network where serious Web3 builders access warm introductions, institutional relationships, and the rooms that actually matter. Built on 11+ years of real deals and real relationships.

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Mikhail Yerganjiev — Network Spotlight Founder & BD Director at CertiK
BD Director · CertiK
Web3 × Institutional · $420B+ secured
Founder

Mikhail Yerganjiev

Founder, Network Spotlight · BD Director, CertiK

I'm Director of Business Development at CertiK, the largest Web3 security firm, backed by Sequoia Capital, Goldman Sachs, and Coinbase Ventures. Over 11 years across fintech and Web3, I've generated $8M+ in contract revenue across partnerships including Gala, Venus Protocol, XDC Network, Arbitrum, Injective, Stellar Foundation, and some of Southeast Asia's largest banks.

I was one of CertiK's earliest BD hires. My role has never been about quick transactions. It's about long term partner ownership. Managing 20 to 30 ecosystem relationships at once, navigating the hard moments, and knowing which introduction to make and when. That's the work.

Network Spotlight is where that work extends outside of CertiK. A private, vetted community of 600+ founders, operators, and investors built on one principle: every introduction is intentional, every member is here on merit.

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Application based. Every member is reviewed personally. If you're serious about building in Web3, this is your community.

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Real Results & Recommendations

Verified LinkedIn recommendations from builders, founders, and operators across the Network Spotlight community.

I'm really glad and thankful that you reached out and introduced me to Network Spotlight. It kind of changed the game for me. A lot of these projects within Network Spotlight are not just young projects — there are some very established projects, a lot of experienced people, hungry people that are just in the space looking to connect, looking to learn. It's very unique and I think you have done a great job with it. One time I tweeted out asking what are the best networking groups out there — I don't think I received one good answer. Traditionally you network through LinkedIn but it's very impersonal. I want to connect with true people, leaders and projects. That's what Network Spotlight does and there's very little of that in the space. I would highly recommend anyone that really wants to connect with others in the field to join. It's a fantastic group.

George — CryptosRUs
George — CryptosRUs
Crypto Educator & YouTuber · 700k+ Subscribers · Network Spotlight Member

From my very first conversation with Mikhail, he expressed a genuine interest in helping Kima and went above and beyond to give us access to valuable resources. He welcomed us into Network Spotlight, giving us access to a high quality network of executives and builders. He also made relevant introductions, including a key opinion leader who has since become a member of our advisory board. Mikhail is a rare bird in the crypto space. He builds real relationships, not transactional ones.

Eitan Katz
Eitan Katz
CEO · Kima

I have been around enough to see how Mikhail operates in the space. Sharp BD mindset, strong network, and always bringing real value into conversations. One of those people who actually understands how Web3 partnerships should be built. Solid guy to have in your corner.

Vlad Nazar
Vlad Nazar
Head of BD · ChainGPT AI & Pad

Thanks to the high standards of who is let in his community, we made invaluable connections. We found new clients, established new partnerships, and made new friendships as well. It has become our go to place when looking for warm introductions to some of the most reputable companies in the space.

Stephan Milacek
Stephan Milacek
Founder · Talent Leader, Web3 & AI

He is a true professional and gentleman. These traits have allowed him to galvanize a large, yet intimate community of cross ecosystem leaders. He is smart, yet always striving to learn. Personable, but moreso as a great listener. The kind of glue guy that brings people together to make progress.

Jeff R
Jeff R
Advisor · Monad Foundation · Network Spotlight Member

I have been part of the Network Spotlight community for a number of years. I have met some incredible projects and people here and even hired from this talent pool. NSE has delivered constant value along with high quality connections and conversations.

Ryan Levy
Ryan Levy
Executive BD & Partnerships · AI Agent Infrastructure

Mikhail is a standout professional who excels at building trusted relationships and fostering strong communities. His blend of business acumen, strategic mindset, and passion for connecting people makes him a true leader and collaborator. Always a pleasure to work with.

Phil Therien
Phil Therien
VP · Webisoft

I met Mikhail when RociFi conducted its original audit with CertiK. Since then, he has evolved into an influential networker that provides value not shilling to his partners within the Network Spotlight. More than anything, I have found him genuine in wanting to help, which is the outlier not norm in this business.

Chris B
Chris B
Founder · RociFi (On chain Credit Scores)

Mikhail is a warm, helpful and well connected professional in the crypto space. His Network Spotlight Elites group is a well curated group of like minded industry pros and he consistently brings across great guests and market insights that further the interest of the industry.

Imran Mohamad
Imran Mohamad
Head of Marketing · Superform
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Introductions That Landed

Real connections made through Network Spotlight, backed by 11+ years of institutional relationships and $8M+ in Web3 revenue closed.

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