Current Occupation: Head of DeFi Research at Delphi Digital
Relevant Work/Educational Experience (Please list any relevant experience in governance, DAOs, and multi-sig operations):
I have over 2 years of full time crypto experience with Delphi, focusing primarily on DeFi research and working with DAOs in a consulting capacity.
Technical Skills:
List any technical skills that are relevant to multi-sig operation:
Experience with EVM that makes you well suited for this program (SAFE, Using a module, etc):
I have extensive on-chain experience dating back to 2018 and am highly comfortable using Gnosis Safe, EVM wallets and block explorers.
Conflict of Interest Declaration:
Have you been involved in any projects or proposals funded by the DAO? If yes, please specify.
Do you have any interests that might be seen as a conflict of interest if you are selected as a multi-sig signer?
Delphi Digital is compensated for our research role in ARDC. There are no conflicts of interest, but if an issue arises due to my involvement with research or ventures, I will promptly disclose.
Motivation:
Why are you interested in joining the MSS and what do you believe you can contribute to the MSS?
Iām a long time Arbitrum user and have been getting more formally involved in the DAO through our role in the ARDC. I am currently drafting research on the creation of the Arbitrum DAO budget. Iām excited about the opportunity to get more involved on a day-to-day basis and to help see through some of our work with the ARDC.
References:
Please provide contact information for at least two references who can attest to your qualifications and character.
Ashwath Balakrishnan - Head of Delphi Creative @ashwathbk on X
We adhere to robust operational security measures through responsible key management.
Conflict of Interest Declaration:
1. Have you been involved in any projects or proposals funded by the DAO? If yes, please specify.
STIP Backfund
LTIPP
STIP Bridge
GovHack
Supporting various venture proposals
2. Do you have any interests that might be seen as a conflict of interest if you are selected as a multi-sig signer?
A co-founder of Savvy DeFi and advisor to other Arbitrum protocols.
Author of other proposals.
Motivation:
1. Why are you interested in joining the MSS and what do you believe you can contribute to the MSS?
I am committed to fostering a vibrant Arbitrum economy and acting as a dedicated steward. I believe in decentralizationās power and the efficiency that MSS can bring to DAO operations. With extensive experience in governance, multi-sig operations, and business development, I can ensure secure and timely execution of transactions. My technical skills and dedication to the Arbitrum community make me a valuable asset to the MSS, ready to support and enhance the efficiency of the DAO.
References:
1. Please provide contact information for at least two references who can attest to your qualifications and character.
Thank you all for all applying and helping make such a robust applicant pool. Itās amazing to see so many talented individuals and organizations interested in being involved in the MSS. We will proceed to Snapshot tomorrow. Good luck!!!