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CryptoMondays London & Community Magic: How Kaitlin Built London’s Largest Meetup
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Summary
In this episode, Wayne Marcel speaks with Kaitlin, the CEO and founder of CryptoMondays London. They discuss Kaitlin's unique journey from being a theater director to becoming a prominent figure in the crypto space. The conversation highlights the importance of financial literacy, community building through meetups, and the evolution of CryptoMondays London. Kaitlin shares insights on the challenges of event planning, the significance of consistency in community engagement, and the impact of side events on larger conferences. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to get involved in their local crypto communities and arm themselves with knowledge.
Takeaways
- Kaitlin transitioned from theater to crypto in 2017.
- Financial literacy is crucial for understanding the crypto space.
- Community meetups provide valuable networking opportunities.
- Consistency in events fosters community growth.
- CryptoMondays London has grown to 14,000 members organically.
- Accessibility in events is essential for inclusivity.
- Side events can detract from main conferences if not managed well.
- Event planning requires balancing costs and community needs.
- Smaller conferences often provide better engagement.
- Knowledge is key to navigating the evolving crypto landscape.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to CryptoMondays London
01:27 Kaitlin's Journey into Crypto
04:57 The Importance of Financial Literacy
07:54 Building CryptoMondays London
11:57 Growth and Evolution of CryptoMondays
14:51 Sponsorship and Accessibility in Events
17:51 Consistency in Community Building
19:55 The Shift in Conference Dynamics
23:08 The Cost of Participation and Its Impact
26:26 The Importance of ROI in Events
29:48 Navigating the Future of Conferences
34:17 Building Community and Accessibility in Web3
257 episodes
Manage episode 497032681 series 2410364
Summary
In this episode, Wayne Marcel speaks with Kaitlin, the CEO and founder of CryptoMondays London. They discuss Kaitlin's unique journey from being a theater director to becoming a prominent figure in the crypto space. The conversation highlights the importance of financial literacy, community building through meetups, and the evolution of CryptoMondays London. Kaitlin shares insights on the challenges of event planning, the significance of consistency in community engagement, and the impact of side events on larger conferences. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to get involved in their local crypto communities and arm themselves with knowledge.
Takeaways
- Kaitlin transitioned from theater to crypto in 2017.
- Financial literacy is crucial for understanding the crypto space.
- Community meetups provide valuable networking opportunities.
- Consistency in events fosters community growth.
- CryptoMondays London has grown to 14,000 members organically.
- Accessibility in events is essential for inclusivity.
- Side events can detract from main conferences if not managed well.
- Event planning requires balancing costs and community needs.
- Smaller conferences often provide better engagement.
- Knowledge is key to navigating the evolving crypto landscape.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to CryptoMondays London
01:27 Kaitlin's Journey into Crypto
04:57 The Importance of Financial Literacy
07:54 Building CryptoMondays London
11:57 Growth and Evolution of CryptoMondays
14:51 Sponsorship and Accessibility in Events
17:51 Consistency in Community Building
19:55 The Shift in Conference Dynamics
23:08 The Cost of Participation and Its Impact
26:26 The Importance of ROI in Events
29:48 Navigating the Future of Conferences
34:17 Building Community and Accessibility in Web3
257 episodes
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