Proposal Description:
This proposal aims to continue the operations of the BD team in Spain and Andorra (IBERLABS) while expanding its reach to LATAM, a region with immense potential for Web3 technology adoption. Over the past four months, the team has generated more than 40 strategic leads, which are being converted into active builders and key ecosystem partners.
<img src="https://i.ibb.co/cX3wWc2/Copia-de-our-Partners.png" alt="" width="639" height="213" />
The team will focus on leveraging this established pipeline while exploring new opportunities in LATAM. We plan to form strategic alliances with startups, educational institutions, local governments, and other relevant stakeholders to solidify Polkadot as the leading blockchain ecosystem in these regions.
<img src="https://i.ibb.co/ss00q9N/our-Partners.png" alt="" width="639" height="213" />
Key Achievements:
<ul>
<li>Development of strategic partnerships with educational institutions, companies, and governments, including collaborations with Grant Thornton, the Governments of Andorra, the Generalitat of Catalonia, and various universities in Spain and LATAM.</li>
<li>Participation in key events such as the European Blockchain Convention, Merge Madrid, and LABITCONF, strengthening Polkadot's presence in strategic markets.</li>
<li>Increasing Web3 talent through educational programs, attracting developers to the ecosystem.</li>
<li>Building a robust pipeline of leads in LATAM and Spain, with projects focused on real-world asset tokenization and blockchain interoperability.</li>
</ul>
Structure and Workflow:
The Business Development team will consist of two Business Developers, supported by administrative and compliance resources. The workflow includes maintaining a strong pipeline, engaging with strategic partners, and participating in relevant events to expand the ecosystem's reach.
<img src="https://i.ibb.co/7ztkHfc/Blank-diagram-2.png" alt="" width="640" height="545" />
This proposal is essential for expanding our presence, seizing opportunities in LATAM, and positioning Polkadot as a global leader in technological innovation.
You can read the full proposal <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xOGF9JQM2t-k02gBzBncoNSysnF_Q4Dx7PFh-qnck3g/edit?tab=t.0">here</a>.
You can read the full report of the leads generated over the past four months <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1brkXtENKUNjGLjDJYMoauyTpUNO_rR7uJUpopy1E8_0/edit?tab=t.0">here</a>.

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- **Problem Statement:** 
  - Continuing operations of the BD team in Spain and Andorra while expanding to LATAM for Web3 technology adoption.

- **Significance:** 
  - Establishing strategic alliances in LATAM to solidify Polkadot as a leading blockchain ecosystem.

- **Proposed Solution:** 
  - Forming partnerships with startups, educational institutions, and local governments to expand reach and presence.

- **Expected Outcomes:** 
  - Increased presence in LATAM, enhanced ecosystem reach, and positioning Polkadot as a global technological leader.

#1341 Continuation of Activities of the BD Team Spain & Andorra

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