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### William's Application for Head Ambassador (HA) of Polkadot

- **Objective**: William aims to lead the Polkadot Ambassador program to make it vibrant, effective, and inclusive.
- **Context**: Polkadot is transitioning from 1.0 to the future, decentralizing, and starting governance as a DAO.
- **Experience**: William has been involved in various Polkadot initiatives, including the Decentralized Voices program, Polkadot Blockchain Academy, and multiple grant applications.
- **Role Focus**:
  1. **Bridging**: Connecting Polkadot to external partners and enterprises using ROI-based storytelling.
  2. **Internal Stakeholders**: Ensuring the voices of all ecosystem participants are heard, especially bridging East and West.
  3. **Organization**: Building a strong, effective ambassador organization through mentorship and leadership.
- **Compensation**: Believes HA funding should support ambassador duties and ecosystem initiatives separately.
- **Background**: Has a strong technical and business background, with a focus on bridging tech and business worlds.

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William is applying to be a Head Ambassador for Polkadot. He aims to bridge Polkadot to the outside world, bring the voices of internal stakeholders to the surface, and create a robust organization to set up the collective for success. He brings in a strong technical foundation and experience in the ecosystem. He proposes that the HA funding should go towards Head Ambassador duties, and if he receives funding for his initiatives, it will be segmented from HA duties.

Polkadot Head Ambassador Application: William

- Michiko Watanabe is from Tokyo, Japan and wants to be a Polkadot Head Ambassador.
- She first learned about Bitcoin during the Mt. Gox incident and later got interested in Polkadot in 2021.
- Michiko has experience working with big companies like Toyota and SoftBank, helping them use new software.
- She organized events to introduce Polkadot and runs a Polkadot meetup in Shibuya.
- Michiko believes Polkadot is better for Web3 projects and wants to help more Japanese companies use it.
- She thinks her background in enterprise software can help companies adopt Polkadot technology.
- Michiko is passionate about Polkadot and wants to make it more popular in Japan.

WHO: Michiko Watanabe
WHAT: Become a Head Ambassador for Polkadot in Japan, organize meetups, and help Japan companies adopt Polkadot technology
PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: Not specified.

Polkadot Head Ambassador Application: Michiko Watanabe

**Tommi Enenkel (Alice und Bob)**

- **Background:** Co-founder of ChaosDAO and OpenGov.Watch in Polkadot. Web3 strategist with expertise in ecosystem development, governance, and crypto-economics.
- **Education:** MSc in Knowledge Management and IT Security. Thesis on agile software development and governance in open-source communities.
- **Polkadot Contributions:** Curated Polkadot 2.0 Strategy, represented at major events, lectured at Polkadot Blockchain Academy, moderated Technical Fellowship OpenDev calls.
- **Head Ambassador Role:** Sees the role as a model, evangelist, mentor, and catalyst for positive change within the Polkadot community.
- **Offer:** Focuses on shaping the Ambassador program, teaching Web3 values, and increasing video production for educational content.
- **Compensation:** Currently working for Web3 Foundation; would use any compensation for operational costs like content production and event travel.
- **Time Commitment:** Fully dedicated to Polkadot, with a strong focus on ecosystem development and community engagement.

Tommi Enenkel, also known as Alice und Bob, is applying to become Polkadot Head Ambassador. He co-founded ChaosDAO and OpenGov.Watch, and has experience in ecosystem development, governance, analytics, and crypto-economics. As Head Ambassador, he wants to shape the Ambassador program, teach Web3 values, and represent Polkadot via social media and video production. He does not require additional pay and works exclusively for Polkadot. He plans to hire a video producer to ramp up production.

Polkadot Head Ambassador Application: Alice und Bob

**Irina Karagyaur's Application for Polkadot Head Ambassador**

- **Background**: Irina Karagyaur joined the Polkadot community in 2020 and has since been a key advocate, focusing on growth and development opportunities.
- **Roles**: She has served as a Polkadot Head Ambassador for Western Europe, supporting the Web3 Foundation and Parity BD teams.
- **Contributions**: Irina has onboarded new ambassadors, facilitated academic events, and introduced new parachain teams and DApps to the ecosystem.
- **International Representation**: She has represented Polkadot at various global events, including the United Nations COP conferences and UNESCO.
- **Awards**: Irina has received multiple recognitions, including being named one of the Top 100 Women of the Future and a Rising Woman in Crypto.
- **Education and Communication**: She has delivered TEDx talks and been featured in numerous publications and media outlets.
- **Future Plans**: Irina aims to continue representing Polkadot at international events and grow the DOT4Business community, focusing on ecosystem growth and onboarding new users.

Irina Karagyaur applies for Polkadot Head Ambassador position. She has a proven track record of onboarding new parachain teams and DApps into the Polkadot ecosystem. She plans to represent Polkadot at key international events and focus on ecosystem growth and onboarding of B2B and B2G players. Her ongoing BD proposal includes onboarding 734,366 new users to the Polkadot ecosystem, with the potential of reaching 60 million active users in the Tap Nation ecosystem.

Polkadot Head Ambassador Application: Irina Karagyaur

**Albert (I Love Cripto) - Polkadot Ambassador**

- **Role**: Former Head Ambassador of Polkadot in Spain (2022-2023)
- **Experience**: Joined Polkadot ecosystem in 2020 as an investor, became an active ambassador in 2021.
- **Focus**: Trained ambassadors in technical skills, marketing, events, and business strategies.
- **Events**: Organized major events like Polkadot World Barcelona and Madrid, and participated in international events.
- **Education**: Actively taught community about Polkadot, blockchain, and governance.
- **Business Development**: Part of BD team in Spain, working with companies like BBVA and FC Barcelona.
- **Future Goals**: Focus on business, marketing, events, and education to expand Polkadot's ecosystem.
- **Community**: Aims to build bridges between ambassadors and community members for mutual support.

WHO: Albert (I Love Cripto), Head Ambassador of Polkadot in Spain.

WHAT: Presenting his candidacy as Head Ambassador to cover vital areas with his team, focusing on Business Development, Events, Education and Communication.

PRICE/TIMEFRAME/RESOURCES: Not specified.

Polkadot Head Ambassador Application: Albert(I Love Cripto)

### Max Rebol: Polkadot Head Ambassador Candidate

- **Background**: Max Rebol is the co-founder and CEO of Harbour Industrial Capital, a Polkadot-focused VC fund based in Hong Kong. He has a PhD and extensive experience in investment research and due diligence.
- **Crypto Journey**: Max discovered Polkadot during its private sale and became an active spokesperson for the project in Hong Kong's crypto community.
- **Harbour Industrial Capital**: Founded in 2021, the fund has over $10 million in assets under management, investing in Polkadot-based projects through parachain auctions and direct investments.
- **PolkaPort East**: A growth and investor relations initiative in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, recognized by the Web3 Foundation.
- **Polkadot Events**: Max has participated in numerous Polkadot-related events globally, including conferences, panel discussions, and speaking engagements.
- **Ambassador Vision**: Max aims to increase Polkadot's awareness and attract new capital by speaking at traditional Family Offices summits and other investment conferences.
- **Why Vote for Max**: He seeks to represent Polkadot officially and work collaboratively with other ambassadors to enhance Polkadot's global presence and investment appeal.

Max Rebol, co-founder and CEO of Harbour Industrial Capital, is running for Polkadot Head Ambassador. He plans to increase awareness of Polkadot by speaking at conferences, giving media interviews, and organizing a Polkadot speaker series at traditional Family Offices summits. He aims to bring significant new investment into the Polkadot ecosystem. The timeframe and resources required for these initiatives are not specified.

Head Ambassador Application: Max Rebol

**Ezio Rojas's Application for Polkadot Head Ambassador**

- **Background**: Ezio Rojas has been involved in the Polkadot ecosystem since 2021, serving as a Community and Social Media Manager for Latin America and Spain at Parity Technologies.
- **Bounty Programs**: He currently curates the Spanish Bounty, AMI Bounty Program, and the Business Development Polkadot in Spain & Andorra Bounty.
- **Conferences and Events**: Ezio has spoken at major global conferences like Labitconf and CriptoLatinFest, and has participated in Polkadot Decoded and other community events across Latin America.
- **Media Presence**: He has secured Polkadot's presence in various Spanish-language cryptocurrency media, including Cointelegraph and Criptotendencia.
- **Founding Events**: Ezio co-founded the Caracas Blockchain Week, one of the largest Web3 conferences in Latin America, with over 3000 attendees.
- **Recognition**: He was listed as one of the top personalities in the Latin American cryptocurrency ecosystem in 2022 by BeInCrypto.
- **Goals**: Ezio aims to expand Polkadot's reach, drive adoption, and promote development within the Spanish-speaking community.
- **Team**: He plans to work with a multidisciplinary team to achieve these goals, including experts in developer relations, data science, and business growth.

Ezio Rojas proposes to be the Head Ambassador for the Polkadot ecosystem. He plans to expand Polkadot's reach, drive adoption, and promote development. He aims to achieve this by attending relevant events, organizing hackathons and training spaces, revitalizing the local Spanish-speaking community, and managing media publications. He will be accompanied by a multidisciplinary team with extensive experience in the region. No specific price, timeframe, or resources are mentioned.

Polkadot Head Ambassador Application: Ezio Rojas

Polkadot Head Ambassador Application: Leemo https://docs.google.com/document/u/2/d/e/2PACX-1vS8zUJd9KWNXM397ILcS-edDa7Dy3ddjJr7DeF3LA1PKCbvo8vH1tvi-Vl235RvtH3ILx5ehz5ymAXR/pub

Polkadot Head Ambassador Application: Leemo

**David Pethes (Six) - Head Ambassador Candidate**

- Joined Polkadot ecosystem in 2021 as an Ambassador Candidate.
- Expert in information security and entrepreneurship, founded CCTF DAO and G6 Networks.
- Actively onboarding large entities like financial institutions and governments to Polkadot.
- Organizes and speaks at events like sub0, Decoded, and Hacktivity.
- Manages Eastern Europe region and Polkadot Hungary, including Senior Ambassadors.
- Active in OpenGov, providing feedback and voting.
- Past contributions include starting Polkadot Hungary, organizing events globally, and introducing Polkadot to security conferences.
- Seeking re-election for continued institutional onboarding and ecosystem growth.

David Pethes, a candidate for the Head Ambassador position in Polkadot, is currently onboarding large entities to the ecosystem, participating in BD meetings/events, and supporting other teams. He has contributed to the ecosystem in the past by organizing events, presenting Polkadot in media, and bringing new projects to the ecosystem. He aims to achieve more institutional onboarding and requests an "Aye!" vote.

Polkadot Head Ambassador Application: six / David Pethes

### Gavin Wood's Contributions to Polkadot

- **Member Details:**
  - Email: gavin@parity.io
  - Polkadot Address: 16SDAKg9N6kKAbhgDyxBXdHEwpwHUHs2CNEiLNGeZV55qHna
  - Current Rank: VI Dan: Grand Architect
  - Induction Date: November 2022
  - Expertise: Technical design, Protocol evolution, Socio-political direction

- **Reporting Period:**
  - Start: 2023/05/16
  - End: 2024/05/28

- **Contributions:**
  - **Polkadot SDK:** Worked on Agile Coretime specifications and implementations.
  - **XCM Improvements:** Developed tools for message referencing and asset withdrawal limits.
  - **FRAME Improvements:** Revamped Preimage pallet and created `TransactionExtension`.
  - **Roadmap/Vision:** Specified the JAM Protocol and its ongoing refinements.
  - **Philosophical Discussions:** Engaged in deep conversations about Polkadot's philosophy at events like Polkadot Decoded and sub0 Asia.
  - **Presentations:** Shared insights on Polkadot with peers, academic communities, and industry professionals.

- **Comments:**
  - Originally intended for Rank 7, but promotion requires a community vote.
  - Contributions are crucial for Polkadot's future vision and challenges.

Gavin Wood, a Polkadot Fellow, will work on various improvements to Polkadot SDK, XCM, and FRAME, as well as provide a roadmap/vision for JAM Protocol. He will also participate in in-depth conversations and presentations on the Polkadot network and protocol. The reporting period is from May 16, 2023, to May 28, 2024.

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