Owen Livesey
Current Position & Company: Professional Grappler / Past Notable Companies/Roles: Commonwealth Judo Champion, Polaris Star / Your Specialties (What you bring to Pineapple): I am a former pro MMA fighter, Commonwealth judo champion, and I hold wins over world-class sports names, including former UFC champion Chris Weidman.
What excites you about Pineapple?
I have always been curious about trading crypto but never felt comfortable. Pineapple has created a platform that helps people like me learn more and get into trading.
What will you specifically be advising on?
Mainly accessibility and making the platform appealing to people who don’t usually use decentralized exchanges.
Quickfire Q&A:
If you could have a dream grappling match against anyone (past or present), who would it be?
Probably someone like Yoel Romero— we were set to compete before but it fell through, and I would love to do it again.
What’s harder: a judo match, an MMA fight, or explaining crypto to a beginner?
Explaining crypto to a beginner—at least in a fight, I know what to expect!
What’s one thing people would be surprised to know about you?
I used to coach rugby. Grappling skills come in handy when on the field.
If Pineapple had a mascot, what should it be?
A pineapple in a judo gi, obviously. Tough on the outside, sweet on the inside.
What’s your go-to hype song before a match?
Anything loud, fast, and preferably something that makes my opponents nervous
