Kevan Burns

I am writing to express my strong interest in the Blockchain Engineer | Sovereign Systems Architect | Full-Stack Product Builder position. Founder-level blockchain engineer, full-stack systems architect, and former professional athlete with experience across digital infrastructure, athlete representation, NIL strategy, and institutional platform development. Background includes professional sports experience, work connected to MLB athlete representation through Octagon, and support across domestic and Latin American markets. Brings a rare combination of technical execution, athlete-industry knowledge, business strategy, and platform-building experience across blockchain, AI, education, finance, and sports intelligence.

His career arc spans professional sports, athlete representation and business operations connected to MLB talent through Octagon across domestic and Latin American markets, and a transition into technology where he independently built a portfolio of shipped platforms. His shipped platforms include UnyKorn, OPTKAS, Helios Digital, NIL33, Fitzherbert University, Y3K Markets, and more — each representing a complete system from architecture to production deployment.

Founder, Sovereign Infrastructure Builder & Full-Stack Systems Architect — UnyKorn / FTH Trading / Independent Ventures, Alpharetta, GA (2024-01–Present)
Architected and launched multiple blockchain-native platforms spanning tokenized real-world assets, capital formation systems, AI-enabled products, and institutional digital infrastructure. Built full-stack applications independently from concept to deployment using TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Rust, SQL, Next.js, FastAPI, Docker, Supabase, and cloud-based tooling. Designed tokenization and proof systems for gold, energy, bonds, real estate, and other asset classes using compliance-aware workflows and multi-chain architecture. Developed smart contract and blockchain-integrated product flows across XRPL, Stellar, Polygon, IPFS, and related proof rails. Created deterministic verification frameworks using manifests, cryptographic hashing, and Merkle-root anchoring concepts for audit-oriented systems. Delivered branded public websites, investor-facing portals, dashboards, technical documentation, and go-to-market infrastructure across a portfolio of ventures. Led product strategy, UX direction, infrastructure design, deployment, and technical packaging as a founder-operator. Applied experience from professional sports representation and athlete business support to the creation of NIL infrastructure, athlete intelligence systems, and valuation-focused digital platforms.

Athlete Representation & Sports Business Operations — Octagon / Professional Sports Industry, Domestic & Latin American Markets
Former professional athlete with direct experience in performance-driven sports environments and athlete-facing business ecosystems. Worked in athlete representation and sports business operations connected to MLB talent and related commercial support functions. Supported athlete-facing initiatives across domestic and Latin American markets, contributing to relationship management, market development, and strategic coordination. Developed experience in athlete branding, opportunity alignment, and sports-industry operations that later informed NIL and athlete intelligence platform development. Applied real-world sports and representation experience to the creation of modern athlete valuation, compliance, and recruiting-era digital systems.

Self-Directed Engineering — Independent Study & Applied Research, Alpharetta, GA
• Built and deployed 10+ production platforms independently
• Applied study across blockchain, AI, systems architecture, and full-stack engineering

• Founder and Architect, Fitzherbert University (2025)

My technical and execution capabilities are fully structured for remote and distributed environments:

What differentiates my work:
• End-to-end technical ownership across complex systems
• Proven ability to ship complete products independently
• Deep blockchain and Web3 architecture experience
• AI-native product design and integration capability
• Institutional and compliance-aware engineering judgment

Key achievements include:
• Built and launched 10+ digital platforms independently — Designed, developed, and deployed complete multi-site systems spanning tokenized finance, education, athlete intelligence, AI tooling, and career technology from concept to production.
• Architected tokenization and proof infrastructure across multiple blockchains — Designed systems across XRPL, Stellar, Polygon, and IPFS for real-world asset representation, cryptographic verification, and compliance-aware on-chain anchoring.
• Combined product engineering, architecture, and founder execution — Delivered institutional-grade systems with compliance-aware workflows, verification logic, investor-facing portals, and technical documentation as a single founder-operator.
• Designed and deployed complete platforms without large teams — Managed multi-site deployments across multiple domains, handling full-stack development, branding, UX, cloud infrastructure, and go-to-market independently.

Kevan Burns is a founder-level blockchain engineer, full-stack systems architect, and former professional athlete who designs and deploys sovereign digital infrastructure across finance, education, athlete intelligence, and institutional software.

For employers evaluating character alongside competence, I invite you to review my full professional story at https://y3kmarkets.com/kevan/story. It provides context about the personal journey and professional execution that shaped the work you see today.

• Senior Blockchain Engineer
• Platform Architect
• Full-Stack Product Engineer
• Web3 Infrastructure Engineer
• Solutions Architect
• Protocol Engineer

• UnyKorn — Sovereign ecosystem umbrella for protocol infrastructure, branded products, public portals, and documentation systems. (https://unykorn.org)
• FTH Trading / Capital OS — Operating framework for capital systems, deployment, structured ventures, and commercial digital infrastructure.
• OPTKAS — Sovereign capital rails and bond-engine infrastructure for programmable issuance, structured products, and institutional workflows. (https://optkas.org)
• Helios Digital — Gold-backed digital asset platform integrating tokenization, proof-oriented UX, reserve verification, and institutional-grade trust positioning. (https://heliosdigital.xyz)
• NIL33 — Athlete intelligence and NIL infrastructure platform for valuation systems, compliance-aware data workflows, and recruiting-era product experiences. (https://nil33.com)
• Fitzherbert University — AI-native university platform with degree and certificate pathways, wallet-connected identity, and blockchain-verifiable academic records. (https://university.xxxiii.io)
• Y3K Markets — Career operating system with AI-powered job matching, ATS scoring, resume tailoring, pipeline tracking, and professional profiles. (https://y3kmarkets.com)
• NeedAI — AI-native product and tooling platform within the Y3K Markets ecosystem. (https://needai.y3kmarkets.com)

I am confident that my technical depth, product execution experience, and architectural capabilities would make a meaningful and immediate contribution to your team. I welcome the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications align with your organization's needs and goals.

My full flagship profile is available at https://kevan.y3kmarkets.com, and I am happy to provide additional references, documentation, or work samples at your request.

Thank you sincerely for your time and consideration. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to your organization's mission.