The most experienced web3 directors in the Cayman Islands

We help teams navigate governance, regulation,
and growth with confidence.

The most experienced web3 directors in the Cayman Islands

We help teams navigate governance, regulation,
and growth with confidence.

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INDIPENDENT DIRECTORS

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PETRI BASSON

FOUNDER

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Petri has operated multiple start-ups, including leading funding rounds, scaling operations, marketing and all other aspect of running a business. He brings his practical experience to any foundation and the Hash Directors team. He has served as director for DAO’s and Foundation companies since 2021 and has focused on transferring that knowledge and lessons learned to his clients and the Hash team.

A Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) and certified in multiple ITand blockchain disciplines, Petri is also Chairman of the Blockchain Association of the Cayman Islands and previously served as chair of the Crypto Currency Security Standard (CCSS). His blend of financial, technical, and start-up experience combined wit his deep network in the Cayman Islands makes him a trusted advisor to a wide range of clients

Former Director & technical lead of KPMG Cayman Digital assets team

Startup experience, having previously run a crypto data company

Foundation director experience since 2021

Chairman of Blockchain Association of Cayman Islands

Consulted with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority on exchange and custodian licensing

CA(SA), Acc. Dir, CBP, CCSSA and CISA

” HOW YOU DO ANYTHING, IS HOW YOU DO EVERYTHING.”

 Zen Proverb

INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR

CEO AND CO-FOUNDER

INDIPENDENT DIRECTORS

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JOSHUA ZIMMER

INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR

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Joshua Zimmer is a Caymanian and Cayman Islands based independent board member, predominantly for clients within the blockchain and fintech sector. He is a qualified attorney-at-law in the Cayman Islands, with over 8 years post qualification experience in legal and compliance matters.


Joshua has in depth knowledge of the blockchain space and has been deeply involved in the same since early 2017, both in a professional and personal capacity. With a keen interest and understanding of the offshore legal environment and its interplay with the blockchain and fintech sectors, Joshua adds value to Hash’s blockchain clientele by providing pragmatic insight and advice as it relates to best corporate governance practices for blockchain foundations.

Independent board member (Cayman Islands)

Blockchain and fintech sector expertise

Qualified attorney-at-law with legal and compliance experience

Offshore legal structures and corporate governance specialist

Professional experience in blockchain since 2017

Cayman Islands Bar Association member and notary public

“ QUALITY, ACCURACY AND EXCELLENCE ARE HALLMARKS OF A JOB WELL DONE. I DEEM THESE CHARACTERISTICS TO BE NECESSARY COMPONENTS IN ALL UNDERTAKINGS AND STRIVE, THROUGH HARD WORK AND DILIGENCE, TO MAKE SUCH TRAITS A MANIFESTATION IN ALL MY WORK.”

Joshua Zimmer

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DEWALD CLOETE

INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR 

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Dewald is an experienced director and advisor with a strong foundation in governance, operations, and compliance for international corporate entities, investment funds, and emerging digital asset structures. He has acted as a director on a range of entities across multiple jurisdictions, supporting clients with fiduciary oversight, strategic guidance, and
regulatory alignment. His background includes leadership in economic substance compliance, listing agent services, financial reporting, FATCA/CRS obligations, voluntary liquidations, client onboarding, and outsourced operations management.


A qualified Chartered Accountant (SA), Dewald brings a decade of cross-sector financial expertise, having worked in audit assurance and advisory roles for investment funds, operating companies and public sector organizations. This broad exposure allows him to apply a practical, solutions-oriented approach to complex structures and rapidly evolving markets

As a member of the Cayman Islands Directors Association and an Accredited
Director with the Chartered Governance Institute, Dewald combines technical
proficiency with a deep understanding of governance best practices. He is
particularly passionate about digital asset funds, VASP and private wealth structures —leveraging his financial, operational, and regulatory insight to help them navigate both innovative growth and compliance challenges

Former Vice-President at Ocorian Trust Cayman Limited for directorship services

Senior Associate at PricewaterhouseCoopers Cayman Islands for Venture Capital, Private Equity and Hedge Funds

Chartered Accountant (SA), Accredited Director (Chartered Governance Institute of Canada), Member of the Cayman Islands Directors Association. CIMA Registered Director

5 Year offshore experience

Over 3 years fiduciary and governance experience

A decade of cross-sector financial expertise

“We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them .”

Albert Einstein

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SAMUEL JACQUES – CLOUTIER

INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR &

REGULATORY CONSULTANT

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Samuel has been advising the Cayman Islands Government on digital asset regulation, AML policy, and financial services reform for the last 7 years. He led the creation, drafting, and implementation of Cayman’s Digital Asset regulatory Law, including recent amendments introducing tokenized funds to the jurisdiction. He brings his deep knowledge of global regulatory standards and inside knowledge of government policy to today’s innovators.

Drawing on 21 years of experience in financial services, Samuel now supports boards as an independent director and advises innovators on compliance and governance. He is committed to helping projects and institutions manage the risks of emerging technologies while carefully balancing innovation, regulatory standards, and market competitiveness.

Samuel Jacques-Cloutier has led the policy development and drafting of
over 20 legislative amendments spanning all regulated financial services
sectors, shaping key enhancements to financial services legislation.
A Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS) with a background in
corporate banking at the Royal Bank of Canada and policy leadership at
the Ministry of Financial Services, Samuel combines practical financial
expertise with deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks. His experience
spans banking, trusts, insurance, and funds legislation, positioning him as
a trusted advisor for boards, governments, and innovators.

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Led the creation & implementation of the Cayman Islands’ Digital Asset regulatory framework, including recent tokenized fund legislation.

Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS) with deep expertise in
compliance, governance, and risk management

Co-chair of the 2021 Cayman Island’s national risk asset services sector.

Unique blend of corporate banking experience and senior government policy leadership.

Proven advisor to boards, governments, and innovators on balancing
regulation, competitiveness, and technological change.

“IN THE MIDST OF CHAOS, THERE IS ALSO OPPORTUNITY”

Sun-Tzu, Art of War

PETRI BASSON

Petri Basson is the founder of Hash Direct Ltd, a leading digital  asset governance firm in the Cayman Islands and BVI. With a background as Director and technical lead at KPMG Cayman’s Digital Asset team, he brings deep expertise in blockchain auditing, DAO operations, and crypto compliance.

A Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) and certified in multiple IT and blockchain disciplines, Petri is also Chairman of the Blockchain Association of the Cayman Islands and the Crypto Currency Security Standard (CCSS). His blend of financial, technical, and startup experience makes him a trusted advisor to DAOs and digital asset foundations

JOSHUA ZIMMER

Joshua Zimmer is a Caymanian and Cayman Islands based independent board member, predominantly for clients within the blockchain and fintech sector. He is a qualified attorney-at-law in the Cayman Islands, with over 8 years post qualification experience in legal and compliance matters.

Joshua has in depth knowledge of the blockchain space and has been deeply involved in the same since early 2017, both in a professional and personal capacity. With a keen interest and understanding of the offshore legal environment and its interplay with the blockchain and fintech sectors, Joshua adds value to Hash’s blockchain clientele by providing pragmatic insight and advice as it relates to best corporate governance practices for blockchain foundations.

DEWALD CLOETE

Dewald is an experienced director and advisor with a strong foundation in governance, operations, and compliance for international corporate entities, investment funds, and emerging digital asset structures. He has acted as a director on a range of entities across multiple jurisdictions, supporting clients with fiduciary oversight, strategic guidance, and regulatory alignment. His background includes leadership in economic substance compliance, listing agent services, financial reporting, FATCA/CRS obligations, voluntary liquidations, client onboarding, and outsourced operations management.

A qualified Chartered Accountant (SA), Dewald brings a decade of cross-sector financial expertise, having worked in audit, assurance, and advisory roles for investment funds, operating companies, and public sector organizations. His experience covers industries such as private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, engineering, agriculture, hospitality, and asset management. This broad exposure allows him to apply a practical, solutions-oriented approach to complex structures and rapidly evolving markets.

As a member of the Cayman Islands Directors Association and an Accredited Director with the Chartered Governance Institute, Dewald combines technical proficiency with a deep understanding of governance best practices. He is particularly passionate about digital asset funds, VASP and private wealth structures —leveraging his financial, operational, and regulatory insight to help them navigate both innovative growth and compliance challenges.

SAMUEL JAQUES - CLOUTIER

Samuel has been advising the Cayman Islands Government on digital asset regulation, AML policy, and financial services reform for the last 7 years. He led the creation, drafting, and
implementation of Cayman’s Digital Asset regulatory Law, including recent amendments introducing tokenized funds to the jurisdiction. He brings his deep knowledge of global regulatory standards and inside-knowledge of government policy to today’s innovators.

Drawing on 21 years of experience in financial services, Samuel now supports boards as an independent director and advises innovators on compliance and governance. He is committed to helping projects and institutions manage the risks of emerging technologies while carefully balancing innovation, regulatory standards, and market competitiveness.