Timothy Morano
Nov 01, 2024 15:01
BNB Chain’s MVB Season 8 in Dubai brought together Web3 innovators with expert guidance and networking opportunities, culminating in a Demo Day for global exposure.
BNB Chain recently hosted the eighth season of its Most Valuable Builder (MVB) Accelerator program, bringing together 35 early-stage Web3 projects. This initiative, organized in collaboration with Binance Labs and CMC Labs, aims to equip founders with the necessary tools and mentorship to succeed in the blockchain space.
The program kicked off with a two-day in-person event in Dubai, coinciding with Binance Blockchain Week. This gathering provided a unique opportunity for participants to connect with mentors, guest speakers, and peers. The season will conclude with a Demo Day on November 7, where participants will present their projects to a global audience and compete for funding.
Event Highlights
The Dubai event featured an impressive lineup of speakers who shared valuable insights into various aspects of Web3 development. Key sessions included:
Building Teams and Culture: He Yi, Co-founder of Binance, emphasized the importance of leadership and collaboration in creating strong teams that foster innovation.
Office Hours with the MVB Team: Founders received personalized feedback on their pitches from Binance Labs and product positioning guidance from BNB Chain experts.
Finding Product-Market Fit: Joey Ni and Oliver Shen, co-founders of previous MVB cohorts, shared their experiences in achieving product-market fit, moderated by Marwan Kawadri of BNB Chain.
Web3 Go-to-Market Strategies: Kevin Kwong, Co-founder of 9GAG and Memeland, discussed user growth strategies in the Web3 space, hosted by Diana Dai from BNB Chain.
Leveraging CoinMarketCap: Jin Choo, Head of Growth at CoinMarketCap, explained how the platform can be used for go-to-market strategies to enhance project visibility.
The Role of Trading Firms: Yoann Turpin, Co-founder of Wintermute, explored trading firms’ impact on liquidity and market stability in the blockchain ecosystem.
Networking & Mentor Sessions
The event also facilitated networking opportunities with venture capitalists, key opinion leaders, and media representatives. These sessions were designed to foster future partnerships and media exposure for participating projects. Founders received detailed feedback on refining their pitches and aligning their products with the BNB Chain ecosystem.
Looking Ahead: Demo Day
The upcoming Demo Day will be a pivotal moment for participants to showcase their innovations to a global audience. With support from BNB Chain, Binance Labs, and CoinMarketCap, this season of MVB is expected to spotlight transformative projects in the Web3 space.
For more detailed insights, visit the BNB Chain blog.
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