Salim Elhila

Salim Elhila (born December 23, 1993) is an entrepreneur, investor, music producer, and philanthropist, visionary founder behind multiple digital ventures including Decentralized Masters and Learning Master.^[1] Known for his transition from AI engineer to self-made millionaire, Salim Elhila has become a prominent figure in the decentralized finance (DeFi) and online business coaching space.^[2] With a strong foundation in mathematical engineering and artificial intelligence, Elhila now focuses on empowering individuals globally to gain financial independence through education in Web3, crypto, and digital entrepreneurship.^[3]

Early Life and Educational Background

Born and raised in Paris, France, Salim Elhila comes from a North African family background. He pursued his higher education at INSA Toulouse, earning a degree in mathematical engineering with a specialization in statistics, data modeling, and AI.^[4] This strong analytical background later became the cornerstone of his success as a data-driven entrepreneur and DeFi strategist.

Career

From AI Engineer to Global Entrepreneur

Initially, Salim Elhila built a career in artificial intelligence, securing a high-paying role in the tech sector.^[5] However, the rigid structure of corporate life felt misaligned with his desire for autonomy and impact. He left his job, traveled across Australia, and began building an online business empire from his van, an unconventional start that led him to generate millions in e-commerce revenue.^[6]

Despite the rapid financial success, Elhila experienced burnout due to legal and operational pressures. This experience sparked his desire to build a purpose-driven, balanced approach to entrepreneurship.^[7]

Launch of Learning Master

In 2020, Salim Elhila co-founded Learning Master. The platform became a top choice for coaches, consultants, and freelancers looking to launch scalable online businesses.^[8] Salim Elhila Learning Master programs emphasize mindset development, lead generation, client acquisition, and ethical sales, using a hands-on coaching approach.^[9]

The community grew rapidly due to its results-driven mentorship and transparency. By 2021, Learning Master had trained hundreds of students across Europe and beyond, further establishing Salim Elhila’s reputation as a transformational business coach.

Founding Decentralized Masters

In late 2022, Salim Elhila co-founded Decentralized Masters, a leading DeFi education and mentorship platform.^[10] Launched just before the FTX crypto crash, the initiative responded to growing concerns over centralized exchanges and aimed to return financial control to individual investors.^[11]

Salim Elhila Decentralized Masters offers in-depth training in crypto strategy, blockchain fundamentals, portfolio diversification, and long-term DeFi investing.^[12] The platform combines institutional-grade research with private coaching, helping members securely navigate the Web3 space.^[13]

As of 2025, Decentralized Masters, under Salim Elhila’s leadership, has over 4000 active members, an international team across 27 countries, and a network of clients with a combined portfolio exceeding $8 billion in combined net worth.^[14]

Vision and Impact

Salim Elhila is widely respected for his human-centric leadership and values-based business philosophy.^[15] His companies prioritize wellness, transparency, and growth. At Decentralized Masters, employees benefit from emotional, physical, and financial wellness support, while clients gain access to expert-led education and real-world implementation strategies.^[16]

Elhila’s approach blends strategic finance with ethical entrepreneurship—aiming not just to create wealth, but to build resilient and empowered communities.^[17]

Personal Mission

Through his journey, Salim Elhila has remained committed to one goal: giving people the tools to reclaim their financial freedom.^[18] Whether it’s through Learning Master for business education or Decentralized Masters for crypto literacy, his mission is to make financial empowerment accessible, decentralized, and sustainable.^[19]

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References

External Links

[1] ttps://www.aol.com/best-friend-built-multimillion-dollar-102701838.html

[2] ttps://www.influencive.com/what-makes-salim-elhila-a-successful-entrepreneur/

[3] ttps://www.usatoday.com/story/special/contributor-content/2024/12/09/decentralized-masters-predicting-market-trends-and-empowering-a-community-of-defi-enthusiasts-with-t/76865856007/

[4] ttps://techbullion.com/salim-elhila-on-what-made-him-successful-in-e-commerce-and-online-training/

[5] ttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/run-multimillion-dollar-company-spend-130819743.html

[6] ttps://www.businessinsider.com/best-friends-built-multimillion-dollar-business-together-2025-3

[7] ttps://medium.com/authority-magazine/working-well-salim-elhila-of-decentralized-masters-on-how-companies-are-creating-cultures-that-76990e4f1ce4

[8] ttps://thestatesman.com/inspiration-hub/salim-elhila-co-founder-of-learning-master-gives-online-training-to-budding-entrepreneurs-1502973800.html

[9] ttps://ca.sports.yahoo.com/style/makes-salim-elhilas-learning-master-063525155.html

[10] ttps://beincrypto.com/decentralized-masters-defi-journey/

[11] ttps://www.usatoday.com/story/special/contributor-content/2024/12/09/decentralized-masters-predicting-market-trends-and-empowering-a-community-of-defi-enthusiasts-with-t/76865856007/

[12] ttps://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/markets-news/Plentisoft/28384472/new-findings-by-decentralized-masters-highlight-defis-disruption/

[13] ttps://medium.com/authority-magazine/working-well-salim-elhila-of-decentralized-masters-on-how-companies-are-creating-cultures-that-76990e4f1ce4

[14] ttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/run-multimillion-dollar-company-spend-130819743.html

[15] ttps://www.influencive.com/what-makes-salim-elhila-a-successful-entrepreneur/

[16] ttps://www.usatoday.com/story/special/contributor-content/2024/12/09/decentralized-masters-predicting-market-trends-and-empowering-a-community-of-defi-enthusiasts-with-t/76865856007/

[17] ttps://medium.com/authority-magazine/working-well-salim-elhila-of-decentralized-masters-on-how-companies-are-creating-cultures-that-76990e4f1ce4

[18] ttps://www.aol.com/run-multimillion-dollar-company-spend-130819590.html

[19] ttps://businessinnovatorsmagazine.com/founders-of-finance-firm-announce-plans-to-teach-children-in-morocco-and-india-how-to-code/

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