*Vote No* - Incorectly submitted 

Proponent: “Polkadot @Coindesk Consensus 2024”

Beneficiary: Distractive- 12QRC12udxzxSyFj9Sqs8tE6fzYtuWEjzuRN93CZk85GaSxr

Date: May 2024 Requested amount: $390,000.00, with the DOT allocation calculated based on the 7-day avg rate when submitting the proposal as a single payment for parallel efforts in different areas in preparation for the event.

Short description:

This proposal aims to cover the costs of Polkadot participation at the Coindesk Consensus conference from May 29-31st in Austin Texas. The activities encompass a Block 3 sponsorship package with a pavilion-style expo booth (22 x 40ft) showcasing ecosystem teams, a Mainstage Speaking session and branding on conference materials. These efforts for Polkadot are spearheaded by the Distractive team. This proposal also includes the presence of Conor Daly (Polkadot-sponsored Indy500 racer) and his racecar/show car for photo ops and other PR initiatives, as well as marketing support of an official consensus party “bash” hosted by Polkadot (pending proposal approval).

Full proposal including cost breakdown can be found [here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rJDZRmikHz6kqQb-Hs4ZJBhI5CKWTHQRJ2JqlahvpuE/edit#heading=h.v6is2ta0txr1)


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- A proposal was made for Polkadot to participate in the Coindesk Consensus conference in May 2024.
- The event is in Austin, Texas from May 29-31.
- The proposal requests $390,000 to cover costs, including a large expo booth and a speaking session.
- Polkadot will have a special area to show its teams and ideas.
- Conor Daly, a racecar driver sponsored by Polkadot, will be there with his racecar for photos.
- The proposal also includes plans for a fun party at the conference.
- The Distractive team is in charge of these activities.

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