Overview

The meeting covered key updates on passed and pending proposals, including the success of the Prop 33 event at ETH Denver, the completion of the Nouns.build IP transfer from Zora to Builder Protocol, and the status of the OP grant stream. Discussions also focused on potential new initiatives such as a design pod, the need for a structured brand refresh, and increasing revenue streams for Builder DAO.

Key Takeaways

• Prop 33 ETH Denver Event – The event was successful but faced challenges in turnout and developer participation. Follow-up actions will aim to capture and refine ideas generated at the event.
• Nouns.build IP Transfer Completed – Builder DAO now has full control over its infrastructure, with final legal paperwork pending. Millz is actively working on integrating the assets.
• OP Grant Stream Released – The long-awaited OP grant has started streaming, and discussions on allocating funds for new grants are in progress.
• Prop 35 Park DAO Event Not Passed – The proposal did not pass, and reflections on the process highlighted challenges in community engagement and pricing during ETH Denver.
• Design Pod Proposal – Val introduced a proposal to create a design pod focused on Builder DAO’s branding and UI/UX improvements, with discussions on funding and execution strategies.
• Art & Media Renderer Enhancements – Suggestions to leverage Builder DAO’s strong media renderer to support custom DAO branding and attract artists were discussed.
• New Ops Working Group Members – Two open positions are available; candidates are being considered, and a job description is being finalized.
• Revenue Strategies & Treasury Concerns – Given the current market conditions, Builder DAO is focusing on securing additional funding sources before committing to new full-time roles.
• Technical Updates – Mills is progressing on pending work post-IP transfer, with some items awaiting further confirmation from Zora.

Discussion Breakdown

1. Prop 33 ETH Denver Event Recap

• Successes: High artist turnout, art displays were well received, and all mini prints were distributed.
• Challenges: Under-invited developers, lack of structured discussions, and budget overruns.