EkoLance is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Blockchain Founders Group (BFG) to foster the growth and development of emerging Web3 entrepreneurs. This collaboration aims to provide aspiring blockchain professionals with unparalleled opportunities to hone their skills, develop innovative projects, and secure funding.
EkoLance is dedicated to bridging the skills gap in the blockchain industry with over 9000 professionals and 60 corporate partners. EkoLance developed techFiesta, a talent platform that brings together Web3 builders and professionals through virtual hackathons, developer challenges and jobs. techFiesta has attracted over 10,000 developers who have built more than 380 decentralized applications (dApps) and received over $500,000 in grants. EkoLance collaborates with leading blockchain protocols, including Solana, Concordium, Celo, Aleph Zero, etc to foster a vibrant community of innovators.
Blockchain Founders Group is a leading catalyst for Web3 innovation, assembling a team of blockchain visionaries, seasoned entrepreneurs, and industry experts dedicated to nurturing emerging talent.
The BFG acceleration programs provide a robust platform for launching blockchain startups, transforming concepts into reality within 3 months. Each cohort develops 5-8 unique Web3 projects, with selected initiatives receiving financial support and access to BFG's extensive network.
Details of EkoLance Partnership with Blockchain Founders Group
EkoLance's partnership with Blockchain Founders Group represents a significant step forward in EkoLance's mission to support the next generation of blockchain entrepreneurs.
The collaboration entails identifying and supporting talented entrepreneurs and innovative projects for their respective programs.
Members of the BFG community who are not yet ready for BFG’s accelerator programs can now participate in hackathons hosted on the techFiesta platform. These hackathons offer a unique opportunity for participants to practice, refine their projects, and secure their first grants. By participating in these events, they gain valuable hands-on experience and prepare their projects for the next level by applying for BFG's accelerator programs.
BFG's accelerator programs are designed to support early-stage startups in the MVP phase, providing masterclasses, mentoring, industry connections, and financial support of up to €120,000 per project.
"Blockchain Founders Group is proud to join forces with EkoLance, leveraging our combined efforts to turn visionary ideas into viable projects. This partnership not only provides aspiring entrepreneurs with hands-on experience but also creates a pipeline of innovative projects ready for our accelerator programs." — Jona Hauch, Business Developer, Blockchain Founders Group
To enhance the impact of these hackathons, BFG will conduct a series of continuous workshops aimed at turning promising projects into successful startups. These workshops will cover crucial topics such as idea validation, business plan development, securing funding, and navigating common obstacles. The inaugural session will take place on May 16, with future workshops to be announced via EkoLance’s social media platforms.
About Blockchain Founders Group
Blockchain Founders Group (BFG) is the driving force behind web3 innovation. As a company builder, we bring together a team of blockchain visionaries, experienced entrepreneurs, and industry experts, all committed to nurturing emerging talent. Our BFG acceleration programs serve as a springboard for launching blockchain startups, where selected projects will be financially supported, along with access to our extensive network. Join us in shaping the future of web3!
Contact: Max Zheng, Director of Investments, max.zheng@blockchain-founders.io
About EkoLance
EkoLance revolutionizes the future of work by empowering professionals in Web2 and the blockchain industry. EkoLance has two products: an educational platform with training programs for upskilling in the blockchain space and a developer activation platform called techFiesta, where companies launch hackathons and developer challenges. EkoLance has a community of over 8,000 blockchain professionals.
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