Josh Hunt

Josh Hunt serves as the Director and Special Counsel, leveraging his extensive experience in corporate law across Australia and beyond. With a focus on acquisitions, Josh excels in drafting and negotiating acquisition documents and conducting due diligence on resource assets and mining legislation. His expertise extends to emerging markets, particularly in Africa, where his knowledge of legal and regulatory compliance proves invaluable. In his current role at ProspEx Group, Josh utilises his legal acumen in overseeing corporate governance as Director and General Counsel. His involvement as a Founding Council Member of WAWEB3 and his co-founding of Layer One X demonstrate his commitment to innovation in blockchain technology, emphasising decentralised, scalable solutions. Previously, his role at Nakamoto Legal involved navigating the complex landscape of financial regulation for web 3.0 innovators. Josh's experience extends to his time as a Non-Executive Director at I Synergy Group and Brightstar Resources, where he advised on regulatory frameworks and corporate strategies. Josh spent four years as a Partner at HopgoodGanim Lawyers, specialising in corporate advisory, governance, LawTech, token sales, and smart contracts. His contributions to the Australian Digital Commerce Association underline his dedication to promoting blockchain technology responsibly across industries. His leadership roles included serving as Non-Executive Chairman of ZipTel Ltd and as a Partner at Hunt & Humphry, where he advised on projects across Australia, Africa, and South East Asia. Josh began his career as a Senior Associate at Price Sierakowski, honing his skills in corporate advisory services. Josh holds a degree in Law and Commerce from The University of Notre Dame Australia, where he developed a foundation in law, finance, management, and business strategy. His comprehensive legal knowledge, coupled with practical industry insights, continues to drive successful outcomes for his clients.