HAROLD WHALEY (Swade Soul)
Entrepreneur | AI & Blockchain Visionary | Award-Winning Music Producer | Cryptocurrency Engineer
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Harold Whaley, known as Swade Soul, is an entrepreneur, cryptocurrency engineer, music producer, and digital innovation strategist with an extensive background in blockchain technology, AI-driven entertainment, and business development. As the Chief Crypto Officer (CCO) of CapiCoin, a gold-backed cryptocurrency, he is pioneering NFT-backed assets, decentralized finance, and Web3 applications.
With deep roots in music production, AI automation, real estate development, and streaming media, Harold has worked with Death Row Records, Solar Records, and The Orchard Distribution. His work in virtual world architecture and NFTs has earned him recognition as a trailblazer in digital asset monetization. Additionally, his military service as a U.S. Navy Operations Specialist, where he worked on ARPANET and radar operations, provided a solid foundation in technology, security, and strategic operations.
KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Engineering (CapiCoin, NFT-backed gold, DeFi solutions)
AI Music & Digital Media (AI record label, automation, content streaming)
Strategic Business Development (ABA Basketball, real estate projects, land monetization)
Music Production & Distribution (Death Row Records, The Orchard Distribution)
Virtual World Architecture & NFT Innovation (Metaverse & digital asset monetization)
Military & Technology (U.S. Navy, ARPANET, Radar Operations)
CURRENT LEADERSHIP ROLES
CapiCoin | Chief Crypto Officer (CCO) | 2024 – Present
Leading the development of CapiCoin, a gold-backed cryptocurrency secured by ETF funds and Swiss vault storage.
Overseeing Capi79, a partnership with 79 Protons, focusing on gold mining, refining, and eco-friendly blockchain solutions.
Introducing an NFT-backed gold monetization system, fractionalizing gold into Gold Crumbs, Dust, Flakes, Nuggets, and Bars.
Abagale TV & Abagale Realty | Co-Founder | 2023 – Present
Founded Abagale TV, a streaming platform featuring AI-driven business, music, and innovation content.
Overseeing Abagale Realty, playing a key role in monetizing land in Bertram Village (Eleuthera, Bahamas)through blockchain and NFT-based ownership structures.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
American Basketball Association (ABA)-VP of Strategic Development | 2006 – 2018
Led business expansion, franchise growth, and brand development for the ABA.
Owned and managed an ABA team, focusing on business development, player recruitment, and audience engagement.
Urban Network | Program Director (Online Radio) | 2001 – 2008
Managed Urban Network’s digital radio expansion, overseeing programming, partnerships, and audience growth.
Virtual World Architecture | 2004 – 2012
Developed early virtual environments and interactive online platforms, featured on SecondLife.com for unique virtual experiences.
Cryptocurrency Engineer 2009 – Present)
Over 15 years of experience in blockchain development, DeFi strategies, and tokenomics.
Built Web3-based financial models and NFT ecosystems.
Music Industry & Distribution
Music Producer (Death Row Records, Deemo Records, Solar Records)
Aggregator for The Orchard Distribution | 2007 – Present)
Distributed independent and major-label music globally.
Leveraged AI and automation for content distribution, marketing, and monetization.
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
U.S. Navy | Operations Specialist 1983 – 1993
Served 10 years, specializing in radar operations, intelligence, and tactical defense.
Worked on ARPANET, an early military network that evolved into the internet.
Managed mission-critical radar surveillance and data analysis.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
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San Diego Music Award (1999) – Recognized for excellence in music production.
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Inducted into the Juneteenth Hall of Fame (2003) by the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee.
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Featured on SecondLife.com for groundbreaking virtual experiences in digital environments.
KEY PARTNERSHIPS & COLLABORATIONS
Anthony Hamilton (Grammy-nominated recording artist – NFT collaboration)
Mark Serota (Famed photographer of Tom Brady – Created the official Tom Brady NFT)
79 Protons (Capi79 Gold Refinery & Sustainability Project)
Hamilton CCM (ETF-backed liquidity provider for CapiCoin)
Gold Mines in Colorado & Utah (CapiCoin’s gold reserve providers)
Metaverse & Web3 Innovators (Pioneering NFT and digital asset solutions)
MEDIA & PUBLIC RELATIONS
Featured in multiple industry publications for contributions to cryptocurrency, NFTs, and AI music.
Speaker on blockchain technology, digital asset monetization, and NFT innovation.
PRESS
Core DJ’s
http://coredjradio.ning.com/profiles/blogs/urban-djs-use-radionomy-to-harness-the-power-of-internet-radio-1
CNN
http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-218095
News Wire
https://www.newswire.com/harold-whaley-named-aba-vp-of-special/43108
Prezi
https://prezi.com/m/jlkm7cgqitmh/urban-network-is-the-industry-publication-and-conference-series-established-in-1998-they-are-using-the-radionomy-radio-creation-platform-for-breaking-new-artists-gro/
Commercial Appeal
http://archive.commercialappeal.com/entertainment/at-southern-entertainment-awards-rappers-get-chance-to-network-find-inspiration-and-get-better-ep-39-323979131.html/
San Diego
http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/entertainment/music/sdut-urban-music-summit-san-diego-bound-2014apr18-story.html
The Medium
https://medium.com/@radionomyrae/urban-djs-use-radionomy-to-harness-the-power-of-internet-radio-3d711c483780
Tumblr
http://urbannetworkdigital-blog.tumblr.com
Torri Rossi
http://torirossi.org/tori-rossi-bio/
Most Cold
https://mostcold.com/shout-outs/entertainment-industry-houston-music-producer-conference/
Fort Worth
https://www.fortworth.com/listings/hdub-productions/7836/
OurSports Central
https://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/harold-whaley-new-aba-vp-of-special-projects/n-4028845
Youtube
https://youtu.be/saZzRcgVuUw
ABA
http://abaliveaction.com/management-teams/
Virtual Worlds 1
http://www.prweb.com/releases/cyber_virtual_film/romance_action/prweb597442.htm
Virtual World 2
https://www.pr.com/press-release/80063
Virtual Worlds 3
http://www.prweb.com/releases/monogramvirtua/secondlifeautoshow/prweb773134.htm
