Layer-1 blockchain Sui recently announced the appointment of former Meta executive Christian Thompson as its Managing Director of the Sui Foundation. Thompson's appointment is a significant step for Sui, as he brings a wealth of experience in the blockchain and technology industries. In his new role, Thompson will lead engagement with Sui users, developers, and the global community. Thompson's expertise in blockchain development, community building, and strategic partnerships will be invaluable to Sui as it continues to grow and expand its ecosystem. "We are excited to have Christian join the Sui team," said Sui co-founder Mo Shaikh. "His experience and insights will be instrumental in driving the adoption and growth of Sui." Thompson's appointment is the latest in a series of high-profile hires for Sui. In recent months, the company has also brought on board former Coinbase executive Emilie Choi as its Chief Operating Officer and former Google executive Michael Belshe as its Chief Technology Officer. These appointments underscore Sui's commitment to building a world-class team to drive its mission of making blockchain technology accessible to everyone.