Kris Gligoroski is a Web3 consultant and strategist focusing on joint ventures and partnerships for SaaS and blockchain-based businesses. He is also the host of The Optimism Show, a Web3 podcast centered on businesses and developers on the Optimism Superchain. ^[1][2]

Education

Gligoroski graduated from the EU Business School with a degree in International Relations in 2020. He then studied Business Management at the University of Derby in 2023. ^[3]

Career

From June 2015 to August 2019, Gligoroski worked part-time in furniture manufacturing at Forma Dizajn. In April 2019, he became chief growth officer at Krigli Media, where he led growth efforts for local businesses until December 2020. In August 2020, Gligoroski freelanced as a direct response copywriter and digital marketing consultant, writing sales copy and consulting on growth strategies for e-commerce clients, including REASON Agency and Devante Group, until February 2022. Concurrently, from December 2020 to March 2022, he served as head of copywriting and advertising at IHSAN Consulting, formerly GT PRO MEDIA, where he streamlined project workflows, increased client profitability, and optimized marketing strategies. ^[4][5]

Starting in December 2021, he advised HealthAndImpact.com on strategic partnerships, marketing strategies, and profitability optimization, a role he held until December 2023. In November 2022, he took on a full-time role as a joint venture consultant, focusing on user acquisition and strategic partnerships for Web3 and SaaS companies. In June 2023, he became chief marketing officer at SalesKit, contributing to client sales growth before stepping down in September 2024. Since July 2024, Gligoroski has hosted The Optimism Show, a Web3 podcast discussing business in the Optimism Superchain ecosystem. ^[4][5]

The Optimism Show

The Optimism Show, hosted by Kris Gligoroski and Vittorio Cappelli, centers on discussions with founders, investors, and developers in the Optimism Superchain. The podcast covers SaaS and blockchain business-focused aspects, emphasizing user acquisition, product design, customer experience, funding, and business growth. It also touches on integrating public goods and sustainable business approaches, adding occasional reflections on spirituality and everyday life. ^[6][7]