Lancen LaChance is a Senior Product Manager at RootstockLabs, where he spearheads the development Bitcoin Layer 2 solutions that are reshaping decentralized finance. With expertise in blockchain technology and digital identity, Lancen has been instrumental in positioning Rootstock as a leader in yield and staking protocols while driving significant expansion in global markets. Drawing from his background at GlobalSign, where he led IoT identity security initiatives and conducted pioneering Bitcoin-related identity research, Lancen brings a unique perspective to blockchain infrastructure development. At RootstockLabs, he has orchestrated several strategic pivots, including the successful transformation of the RNS protocol, cross border payment solutions, and developer engagement strategy. Currently, Lancen is focused on expanding access to decentralized finance through Rootstock's innovative Layer 2 solutions, while fostering a thriving developer ecosystem through community-driven initiatives and strategic partnerships that bridge traditional fintech with Bitcoin's technological potential.