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I want to personally invite you to the 9th annual DC Startup & Tech Week, taking place October 21-25, where I’ll be co-leading the web3 track with a handful of curated panels! This is The largest entrepreneur and technology conference in the DMV. DCSTW dot COM (use growth25 code) The future of innovation will be decided in the steps of Capitol Hill. Washington DC is where technology and regulation intersect. Dont miss this cutting edge event. Here is a curated track list of what you can expect one week from today: ?Early Stage & Growth Stage ?Startups4Good ?AI & Emerging Tech ?Climate & Sustainability ?Female Founders & Funders ?Government & Innovation ?Cannabis ?Web 3.0 ?Mental Health & Wellness ?Life Sciences & Bio-tech ?Technology 150+ in-person events: From workshops to networking. ?? Daily Happy Hours: More than just drinks—it’s about intentional connections that could unlock new opportunities ?? CPG Expo & Competition (Oct 21): Support local food entrepreneurs and taste innovation! ?? Shark Tank Pitches Business Review ?? DMV Startup Showcase & Resource Expo (Oct 24): Get inspired by 70+ exhibitors showcasing regional innovation and business resources for you to support your from idea to growth. We take Web3 seriously. Here is a preview ?? of our programing : ?? Present and Future of the Creator Economy Janey Park Vinnie Hager Erich Kottke Sophia Moshasha ?? Web3 Funding Trends: What Are VCs Investing In? Mike Chan Joshua H. Kabir Kumar J. Ayo Akinyele ?? Bridging Traditional Finance and Digital Assets: Institutional Investment in Crypto Shailee Adinolfi Asi De Silva, CFA John "Jackson" Mueller IV ?? DeFi: The Rise of Community-Driven Finance in Web3 Marcia Blacken Bryan Colligan Maurice Chalfin Karima Williams ?? A Showcase on Prediction Markets ?? Founder-Led Innovation: Transforming Industries with Blockchain Michael Toner Rick Gilchrist Christopher Light Corbin Page Shekinah Apedo, Esq. This isn’t just another event—this is where aspiring and growth-stage entrepreneurs make connections that ignite their success. You’ll hear from the best and brightest minds in tech, business, and investment, including leaders from Amazon Web Services (AWS) , Google , local disruptive founders and many more. Get your pass today lo at DCSTW dot com DC Startup & Tech Week (Formerly DC Startup Week)

???We are excited to spotlight?#DCDAO?in our inaugural book, Innovate? Washington - DMV edition - Powered By #DCStartupWeek. This book will have stories and perspectives from thought leaders, 100 top innovators, and emerging and legendary leaders from the DC, Maryland and VA area, all beautifully displayed in a premium hardcover book. DC DAO and ETHDC are leading the charge in building a vibrant Web3 hub in the nation's capital, driven by a mission to unite the region’s blockchain and crypto communities. As Shailee Adinolfi, a key figure in both organizations, explains, “We noticed many builders in the region were not directly communicating with each other... so we needed to create a hub where people could meet, network, learn from each other, and grow together.” ?? https://lnkd.in/d6QJjceD Together, let’s support and celebrate the innovative spirit of our community! ?? #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Web3 #CommunityBuilding #DCDAO #ETHDC Daniel Esterhuyse Dustin Canter Seema Alexander Rachel Koretsky DC DAO Shailee Adinolfi Gerald Gallagher

???We are excited to spotlight?#DCDAO?in our inaugural book, Innovate? Washington - DMV edition - Powered By #DCStartupWeek. This book will have stories and perspectives from thought leaders, 100 top innovators, and emerging and legendary leaders from the DC, Maryland and VA area, all beautifully displayed in a premium hardcover book. DC DAO and ETHDC are leading the charge in building a vibrant Web3 hub in the nation's capital, driven by a mission to unite the region’s blockchain and crypto communities. As Shailee Adinolfi, a key figure in both organizations, explains, “We noticed many builders in the region were not directly communicating with each other... so we needed to create a hub where people could meet, network, learn from each other, and grow together.” ?? https://lnkd.in/d6QJjceD Together, let’s support and celebrate the innovative spirit of our community! ?? #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Web3 #CommunityBuilding #DCDAO #ETHDC Daniel Esterhuyse Dustin Canter Seema Alexander Rachel Koretsky DC DAO Shailee Adinolfi Gerald Gallagher

???New ATX DAO Podcast Episode??? This week, Megan and Ash had an insightful chat with Gerald Gallagher from DC DAO about building a DAO, legal entities, and Washington DC’s crypto scene. Tune in for updates on Ethereum, NFTs, and crypto policy! Tune in: ???Spotify:?https://lnkd.in/g3Y4i-YN ???YouTube:?https://lnkd.in/gfY4-7eG ???Wherever you get your podcasts:?https://lnkd.in/gR5EftyY