Joseph Chalom

Joseph Chalom is Chief Executive Officer at SharpLink Gaming (Nasdaq: SBET), a role he assumed as sole CEO effective December 15, 2025, following the planned departure of Co-CEO Rob Phythian. In this capacity, he is responsible for shaping and executing SharpLink's global strategy at the intersection of public markets and Ethereum-based digital infrastructure. Since the company launched its ETH treasury business in June 2025, SharpLink has grown its Ethereum holdings to 863,424 ETH and expanded institutional ownership from low single digits to over 30%. Chalom has stated his focus is on building an institutional-grade Ethereum treasury platform and deepening related partnerships.

Prior to joining SharpLink, Chalom spent over 20 years at BlackRock, most recently as Managing Director and Head of Strategic Ecosystem Partnerships, where he was responsible globally for developing and managing BlackRock's firmwide strategy with respect to digital assets, index and data relationships, and strategic investments in the fintech and data space. He also previously served as Chief Operating Officer of BlackRock Solutions. Before BlackRock, he was a Senior Associate at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom from 2000 to 2004. He holds a degree from Columbia Law School.