Personal Information
Discourse ID: @DareVader
Twitter: x.com
Country of Residence: United States of America
Educational Background:
Andrews University | 2015 - Current
Certificate in Leadership
Associates of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Major in Liberal Arts
Minor in Business
Minor in Spanish
Nomination Statement
Concise statement on why you are running for the Special Council
I, Derrick Del Valle (DareVader), am running for ApeCoin DAO Special Council because I’m a believer in the technology and capacity it has on the future of cryptocurrencies. I’m a fan of the community and impact the DAO has and can carry. And most importantly, I consider myself a good steward of people and what to push the DAO forward towards a focus on what what we can do, vs. what we’re limited of doing.
Motivation
Details on your motivation for becoming an ApeCoin DAO Special Council member
I have a true desire to improve the quality of life at the ApeCoin DAO. The DAO is currently fractured with hard opposing sides with no middle ground to be found. We need to enable more participation, not motivate it. Bring in people through curiosity and desire, not incentive and speculation. I knew right away I wanted to apply for this role simply because I care enough to be a part of something I believe in.
Rationale
Share relevant experience and skills that will bring value to the ApeCoin community
I have been in crypto since early 2020 and have seen the rise and fall personally. I have a personal love for DeFi and work hard to bring and make crypto and NFTs more accessible to people. I have a passion to serve and listen. I always try to extract real and raw experiences and opinions to improve of what can be done. My best skill is people and how I execute.
Specifications
Further describe relevant experience, including crypto and governance participation, and/or ideas for DAO improvement
I have years of experience in managing projects, people, and money. I’ve invested countless hours and money into the crypto space and I’m familiar with most people, involved in major communities, and close to big and small players across the space. My experience in relationships has landed me where I am today with the ability to communicate and act on my own personal goals. I collect and I build. I hate watching from the sidelines and I love getting involved. I understand that people will be kind and curious while also some will be mean and harmful. I’m okay with that, and embrace it.
Concluding Statement
Summarize your statement as to why you are the best choice for Special Council
I know I’m a good steward with plenty of experience. Voting for me is voting for someone who lives on all sides. The good, the bad and the worse. I embrace challenge and strive for success. I’m an open book with an open door policy because I’m a person who just wants to bring millions onboard with me. ApeCoin has the ability to do this. And we have the ability to get it there together.
