[Meet Monad] Crypto-Native Growth Strategies, the Intern Mindset, and Why Memes are Underrated with Kevin McCordic

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Connor speaks with Kevin McCordic, Head of Growth at Meet Monad, about the latest developments in the Monad ecosystem as they prepare for their Testnet launch. They discuss the volatile crypto market, likening it to a high-stakes game similar to Squid Game, where investor sentiment shifts unpredictably. Kevin shares his journey from venture investing to Monad, highlighting his evolving role in marketing, community building, and product strategy. The conversation explores Monad’s mission to make blockchain development more accessible through EVM integration, fostering innovation and expanding its developer base. Kevin also emphasizes the importance of community engagement in driving growth and previews exciting projects within the ecosystem. The episode concludes with a call for listeners to follow Monad on Twitter and stay tuned for the Testnet launch, marking a pivotal moment for the platform’s future.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:39 - Market Sentiment and Development Challenges in Crypto

03:23 - Exploring Monad

04:44 - Evolution of Roles at Monad: From Branding to Testnet Launch

07:10 - Building the Ecosystem and Preparing for Testnet Launch

10:33 - From Security to Opportunity in the Crypto Space

11:56 - From Angel Investing to Joining the Team at Monad

20:01 - The Impact of Fast Blockchains on Crypto Development

25:22 - Leveraging Twitter and Memes for Growth in Crypto

36:13 - Monad's Growth Strategies and Community Engagement

Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.