Applicant Information
Name of Applicant & Applicant’s Representative (if applicable):
jameskbh
Email Address:
jameskbh.eth@gmail.com
Telegram Handle (if applicable):
@jameskbh
LinkedIn Profile (if applicable):
Not applicable
Current Occupation/s (if applicable):
Governance & Growth at karpatkey /Arbitrum & Aura Finance delegate
Delegate details (if applicable):
Country of Residence & Time Zone:
Portugal, GMT
Preferred Role within the Supervisory Council:
- Communications
Background & Skills
Overview of Experience within DAOs and Governance:
As an active delegate within the ArbitrumDAO, I have consistently engaged with key governance activities, including participation in the Staking Working Group (WG) to define and refine delegation processes. This role has allowed me to gain firsthand experience in navigating governance complexities and ensuring the DAO operates with transparency and efficiency.
Beyond Arbitrum, I am a delegate on Aura Finance, where I contribute to critical decision-making processes, helping shape strategies and align projects with community goals. My cross-DAO involvement has provided me with a diverse perspective on governance structures, enabling me to identify best practices and apply them effectively.
Additionally, I work with Karpatkey as part of the Growth and Governance Team, where we collaborate with DAOs to enhance operational efficiency and ensure that their strategies align with both short-term objectives and long-term goals. This role has sharpened my ability to identify bottlenecks, propose actionable solutions, and foster sustainable practices within DAOs.
These experiences have equipped me with a deep understanding of the governance landscape, preparing me to take on the responsibilities of the Supervisory Council, particularly in ensuring communication between stakeholders remains transparent and meaningful.
Professional Background and Leadership Experience:
I hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering with a Post-Graduation in Business Administration, bringing a solid foundation in technical and organizational management. Over the course of my career, I have led teams of over 200 members, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of product development and research projects. My leadership style emphasizes accountability and collaboration, which ensured that projects were executed within scope, on schedule, and within budget.
A significant part of my professional experience involved producing detailed reports to deliver clear communication to relevant stakeholders in various projects. These reports bridged the gap between technical teams and decision-makers, ensuring alignment on goals, progress, and outcomes. This skill is directly relevant to the Communications role within the Supervisory Council, where clarity and precision in stakeholder communication are paramount.
Skills Alignment with Supervisory Council Responsibilities:
My governance and professional leadership experience align closely with the responsibilities of the Supervisory Council in the following ways:
- Strategic Prioritization: Through active participation in multiple DAOs, my role at Karpatkey, and leadership roles in my professional career, I have developed the ability to evaluate proposals and prioritize initiatives based on organizational goals and community needs.
- Resource Management: My professional experience managing large teams and budgets, coupled with my work in DAO efficiency at Karpatkey, has equipped me with the skills to oversee resources effectively, ensuring alignment between deliverables and available assets.
- Communication Expertise: As a trusted delegate, Karpatkey team member, and leader, I regularly engage with diverse stakeholders, including project teams and community members, to convey updates, address concerns, and foster constructive dialogue. Producing clear, actionable reports has been central to my career, ensuring transparency and alignment—a crucial skill for the Communications role.
I am confident that my combined experience in governance, operational efficiency, and leadership positions me to contribute meaningfully to the Supervisory Council, driving progress and fostering collaboration.
Motivation & Strategic Vision
I believe there is significant potential to enhance communication between the DAO, Offchain Labs, and the ARDC. By fostering a structured flow of information, we can ensure that all stakeholders—ranging from service providers to community members—are well-informed and aligned on key initiatives. This will allow the ARDC to fully leverage its resources and talent to address the most pressing issues within the Arbitrum Ecosystem.
As the DAO enters a pivotal phase of growth, particularly with the focus on Orbit chains and promoting the Arbitrum stack, clear and efficient communication becomes critical. My experience producing detailed reports and facilitating transparent communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders directly aligns with the requirements of the Communications role. I am confident in my ability to create structured information flows that will serve all parties effectively and help drive the DAO toward its strategic objectives.
Strategic Priorities and Vision:
During my term, my primary strategic priority will be to ensure that the ARDC’s deliverables align with the overarching vision of the ArbitrumDAO. With the ecosystem poised for significant expansion, my role will involve collaborating with fellow council members to ensure that the ARDC’s initiatives support this growth while maintaining the agility to adapt to changing circumstances.
Specifically, I will focus on:
- Enhancing communication frameworks to ensure timely and meaningful updates are provided to all stakeholders, fostering trust and transparency.
- Facilitating the alignment of ARDC activities with strategic initiatives, such as expanding the Orbit chains ecosystem and promoting the adoption of the Arbitrum stack.
- Leveraging my experience to ensure that ARDC resources are utilized efficiently and effectively, providing maximum value to the DAO and the community.
By prioritizing these goals, I aim to contribute to the ARDC’s success and help it serve as a cornerstone for the ArbitrumDAO’s continued growth and innovation.
Role-Specific Responsibilities [Only Applicable to Communications]
Approach to Transparency:
- Establish regular communication cycles (e.g bi-weekly updates) between the ARDC, OffChain Labs, the Arbitrum Foundation, and the DAO to ensure alignment on goals, deliverables, and challenges.
- Create an accessible dashboard (using tools like Notion, Airtable, or Dune Analytics) that provides updates on ARDC activities, budget allocations, and progress toward milestones.
- Implement a feedback loop by conducting community calls or surveys to gather input from DAO members, ensuring their concerns and ideas are acknowledged and addressed.
Making Updates Accessible and Meaningful:
- Summarize key deliverables and activities in digestible formats, such as blog posts, infographics, or short videos, tailored for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Publish monthly reports with clear progress updates on ARDC initiatives, ensuring transparency in resource use and project outcomes.
- Use Twitter Spaces, Discord, or Telegram for live Q&A sessions to engage the community directly and clarify ARDC’s role and achievements.
For example, my previous Medium publications, available at @jameskbh, demonstrate my ability to effectively convey complex ideas in a structured and engaging manner. These type of articles can be tailored for stakeholders seeking both data-driven insights and actionable information, showcasing a skill set directly applicable to the Communications role.
2. Designing and Implementing a Communication Strategy
Enhancing Visibility of ARDC’s Work:
- Collaborate with ARDC working members to showcase their expertise and achievements through case studies or spotlight features, enhancing visibility and trust.
Press Releases, Social Media, and Community Calls:
- Use press releases strategically to highlight major milestones, such as Orbit chain launches, successful partnerships, or ARDC governance initiatives.
- Organize bi-weekly community calls with clear agendas and action items, fostering direct interaction between stakeholders and ARDC representatives.
Lastly, I would ensure that community calls are structured with clear agendas, actionable takeaways, and timely follow-ups, creating a cycle of engagement that keeps all stakeholders informed and aligned.
Prioritization & Time Allocation
Evaluating and Prioritizing Deliverables:
To prioritize deliverables effectively, I would employ a structured decision-making framework that aligns with the DAO’s goals and strategic objectives. My approach would include:
- Impact Assessment:
- Evaluate deliverables based on their potential impact on the Arbitrum ecosystem, with a focus on initiatives that enhance scalability, adoption, and community engagement.
- Prioritize tasks that address immediate challenges or bottlenecks, such as Orbit chain adoption or DAO transparency.
- Alignment with Strategic Goals:
- Ensure deliverables support the DAO’s long-term vision, such as promoting the Arbitrum stack or enabling efficient governance structures.
- Regularly revisit strategic goals to adjust priorities as the ecosystem evolves.
- Stakeholder Feedback:
- Incorporate input from key stakeholders, including the DAO community, OffChain Labs, and the ARDC team, to identify the most pressing needs.
- Use tools like community surveys, governance discussions, or live Q&A sessions to gauge the importance of different deliverables.
- Feasibility and Resource Availability:
- Consider the availability of resources and the feasibility of tasks, ensuring projects can be executed within the ARDC’s budget and capabilities.
Assessing Time Allocation:
To ensure that time quoted by working members for specific tasks is reasonable, I would adopt a data-driven and collaborative approach:
- Establish Benchmarks:
- Create benchmarks for similar tasks by analyzing past deliverables and consulting with subject matter experts.
- Use these benchmarks to evaluate whether the time quoted is aligned with industry standards and ARDC expectations.
- Collaborative Task Scoping:
- Work closely with team members to define clear scopes for each task, breaking down complex projects into smaller milestones to improve time tracking and accountability.
Summary
I bring a robust combination of governance experience, professional leadership, and a proven track record of effective communication that positions me as a strong candidate for the Communications role within the Supervisory Council.
Key Qualifications:
- Extensive DAO Involvement:
- Active delegate in ArbitrumDAO and Aura Finance, with hands-on experience in governance, proposal evaluations, and decision-making processes.
- Member of the Staking Working Group within ArbitrumDAO, contributing to the development of delegation frameworks and governance structures.
- Professional Leadership and Reporting Expertise:
- Mechanical Engineer with a Post-Graduation in Business Administration.
- Led teams of over 200 members in managing complex product development and research projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
- Significant experience in producing detailed and actionable reports to communicate complex information to stakeholders clearly and efficiently. My published work, such as Yearn in Numbers and Sybreach Real Estate Analysis, exemplifies my ability to distill data into meaningful insights.
- Strategic Communication Skills:
- Proficient in designing and implementing communication strategies that ensure transparency, accessibility, and stakeholder alignment.
- Skilled in leveraging diverse communication tools, including blogs, social media, and dashboards, to foster trust and clarity.
- Experience engaging with both technical and non-technical audiences, creating structured flows of information to serve all parties effectively.*
- Deep understanding of the Arbitrum ecosystem and its goals, particularly its focus on growth, adoption of Orbit chains, and promotion of the Arbitrum stack.
- Committed to ensuring that the ARDC’s deliverables support the DAO’s vision while maintaining flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
By combining my governance expertise, leadership background, and communication skills, I am confident in my ability to serve as a valuable member of the Supervisory Council, contributing to the ARDC’s success and the broader growth of the ArbitrumDAO ecosystem.
