The Regeneration Will Be Funded

Yoseph Ayele is the founder and managing director of LAVA. https://www.lavavc.io/

Artem Brazhnikov, Head of Technology and Engineering at Octant, dives into the innovative world of public goods funding through decentralized tech. He shares insights on the unique ETH staking model that drives sustainable support for community initiatives. The discussion touches on transforming philanthropy with user-friendly platforms, tackling identity challenges in blockchain, and navigating the balance between financial incentives and societal impact. Artem emphasizes the importance of community engagement and transparent systems to revolutionize funding for lasting change.

Tereza Bízková is a contributor at ReFi Medellín and Funding the Commons. https://www.refimedellin.org/

Kevin Owocki, the founder of Gitcoin and author focused on on-chain capital allocation, discusses transformative funding strategies in the Ethereum ecosystem. He explores innovative models like quadratic funding, retro funding, and conviction voting, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and experimentation. Kevin delves into guilds' roles in supporting public goods, highlights localized funding through bioregionalism, and advocates for cosmolocalism's impact on local economies. He underscores the shift towards democratic, blockchain-based capital allocation to empower community-driven projects.

Andy Tudhope is the CTO of LAVA. https://andytudhope.africa/

Monty Merlin, co-founder of ReFi DAO and steward of Celo Public Goods, dives into the transformative potential of regenerative finance. He discusses the evolution of ReFi DAO, emphasizing the value of combining local insights with global trends. Monty highlights innovative blockchain tools that empower marginalized communities and introduces the idea of a 'refi passport' for identity building. The conversation also explores strategies for supporting public goods and engaging individuals in impactful climate initiatives.

Luuk Weber is the founder of Kolektivo. https://www.kolektivo.network/

Camila Rioja is the president of Plexos Institute. https://plexosinstitute.org

LauNaMu is the founder of Metrics Garden. https://www.metricsgarden.xyz/

Mahesh Murthy is the founder of Karma and Karma GAP. https://www.karmahq.xyz/