Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Accomplishments
2013. Freedom Partner Award for diligence in the fight against Human Trafficking.
Timeline
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Nicolin Decker

Broken Arrow,OKLAHOMA

Summary

Nicolin Decker, a Southern Nazarene University alumnus with a focus in Finance, is a veteran investigator with over 17 years of experience, a respected entrepreneur, and a successful venture capitalist. He has built and sold multiple companies, specializing in regulated, compliant emerging technologies that transform traditional infrastructure. His expertise spans financial investigations, venture capital, and blockchain innovation, with a mission to bridge traditional finance with cutting-edge technology.


Beyond his professional ventures, Nicolin has made significant contributions to global philanthropy, particularly in anti-human trafficking initiatives. In 2013, he received the Freedom Partner Award for his work in Lesotho and Oklahoma, and he authored the security and legal manual for Oklahoma’s first residential emergency shelter for human trafficking, later approved by the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office. As a recognized industry expert, he has spoken at major events, including the Solutions Initiative Summit (2014), and was named one of the Top 12 Investigators globally by the International Association of Interviewers (2015).


A dedicated author and thought leader, Nicolin has written eight books on emerging technology and financial innovation. He is also the host of The Whitepaper podcast, widely regarded by peers as the next evolution of the groundbreaking work by Haber, Stornetta, and Nakamoto. Outside of his professional endeavors, he is an avid traveler, a respected food critic, and enjoys his daily ritual of savoring espresso after a cold plunge.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO | Innovating Critical Infrastructure

Kingstone Development Group LLC
03.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview:

At Kingstone Development Group LLC, we are transforming technological infrastructure by bridging blockchain with traditional finance.

  • Our mission:

To replace outdated systems with secure, efficient, and transparent models that address today's challenges and lay the foundation for a sustainable future. We are not just modernizing legacy systems-we are redefining next-generation infrastructure. Innovating Critical Infrastructure with Emerging Technology.

  • Website:

kingstonedevelopment.com

Venture Capitalist

The Fund I LLC
08.2023 - 01.2025
  • Company Overview:

The Fund I LLC, an S.E.C Regulation D (b) company known as 'The Crown Jewel of Innovative Investments,' was the first S.E.C.-regulated venture capital firm to operate almost entirely on blockchain technology.

  • The Focus:

Pioneer the frontlines of emerging technologies in blockchain, advanced medical innovations, and decentralized applications.

  • Website:

thefund.ventures


Venture Capitalist

Kingstone Investments LLC
08.2009 - 10.2024
  • Company Overview:

An S.E.C Regulation D (b) company specializing in the evaluation and acquisition of diversified assets across various sectors, including cattle, oil and gas, precious metals, real estate, foreign currencies, stock options, futures, and cryptocurrencies.

  • Website: Not provided

Founding Member

Paradigm Investigations
11.2006 - 04.2024
  • Company Overview:

Investigate specializing in corporate financial crimes, fraudulent claims, intellectual property violations, and elder abuse cases.


  • The Clientele:


  • Fortune 50, Fortune 100, and Fortune 500 companies with AM Best's A or A++ rating, uncovering fraud, embezzlement, and hidden assets through a combination of traditional investigative methods and advanced forensic techniques.
  • Served as the NBA's Intellectual Property Investigator for the Oklahoma City Thunder since the team's inception in 2008.
  • Additionally, worked alongside CAPS to protect the trademarks, patents, and copyrights of professional sports teams across the MLB, NHL, NFL, NBA, and CLC
  • Operated as a third-party investigator for the Oklahoma Medical Board, leading independent investigations into medical fraud, professional misconduct, and compliance violations to uphold ethical standards in the healthcare industry.
  • Collaborated with multiple federal agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security, as well as local police departments, the Oklahoma City Police Department's VICE unit, and district attorneys, to support investigations into fraud, intellectual property crimes, and other legal matters.
  • Throughout my career, I expanded the firm's scope to include elder abuse investigations, uncovering cases of financial exploitation, neglect, and mistreatment to protect vulnerable seniors and ensure justice for affected families.


Education

Some College - Finance

Southern Nazarene University
Bethany, Oklahoma

Skills

  • Effective decision making
  • Community engagement
  • Operational excellence
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Relationship and team building
  • Leadership and people development
  • Strategic planning
  • Strategic visioning
  • Business management
  • Crisis management
  • Global perspective
  • Risk mitigation

Accomplishments

I spearheaded the development of CLEARfund™, a blockchain-based SaaS platform that streamlines compliance, enhances transparency, and automates payments for investment funds. Operating across 17+ networks, it ensures regulatory precision while simplifying investor distributions. Additionally, I led the creation of the first SEC-regulated yield farm in the U.S. for Harvest Labs LLC, bringing a compliant DeFi model to market. To further support financial sustainability, I introduced the first cryptocurrency interchange fee with Web3 Labs LLC, allowing regulated firms to offset compliance and operational costs through transaction volumes.

2013. Freedom Partner Award for diligence in the fight against Human Trafficking.

In 2013, received the Freedom Partner Award for my work in Lesotho and Oklahoma, and for authoring the security and legal manual for Oklahoma’s first residential emergency shelter for human trafficking, later approved by the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office.

Timeline

CEO | Innovating Critical Infrastructure

Kingstone Development Group LLC
03.2024 - Current

Venture Capitalist

The Fund I LLC
08.2023 - 01.2025

Venture Capitalist

Kingstone Investments LLC
08.2009 - 10.2024

Founding Member

Paradigm Investigations
11.2006 - 04.2024

Some College - Finance

Southern Nazarene University
Nicolin Decker