Hi - My name is Dustin Plantholt, an accomplished media professional, and blockchain advocate. From my early years in foster care to becoming an internationally recognized leader, I have developed strengths in media and posses a unique ability to make complex concepts understandable. It is with heartfelt enthusiasm that I submit my proposal to be considered for the position of Head Ambassador for the Polkadot community.
About me
&bull; Host of &lsquo;Free Your Voice&rsquo; TV show airing on five stations across the US, reaching over 3,000,000 households weekly. This platform offers extensive visibility for Polkadot.
&bull; Knight of the Order of Prince Danilo I of Montenegro and Knight Commander of the Order of Merit of the Portuguese Royal House,&nbsp; and a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Freemason reflecting my dedication to impactful initiatives.&nbsp;
&bull; Interviewed over 400 extraordinary individuals, including celebrities and CEOs such as Justin Sun, Tim Draper, Roger Ver, Jed McCaleb, the late John McAfee, Lou Ferrigno &ldquo;The Incredible Hulk,&rdquo; Daymond John, and many more.
&bull; Successfully exited three startups, including two in the insurance industry and the media platform LifesTough.com.
&bull; Published a Crypto Comic Book, hosted Forbes Monaco TV, and served as an Executive Producer for Amazon Prime Documentaries and the film &ldquo;Cryptonaires.&rdquo;
&bull; Forbes Live Events Moderator: Official moderator for Forbes live events, engaging with top-tier business and technology leaders.
&bull; Registered Lobbyist: US House and Senate, advocating for technological and blockchain advancements.
&bull; Former Host: Bitcoin.com Show, sharing insights on cryptocurrency trends.
&bull; Senior Editor: CoinTelegraph MENA and Robb Report Monaco, driving blockchain and luxury brand narratives.
&bull; Metaverse Advisor of the Year by Entrepreneur.com MENA.
&bull; Forbes Monaco&rsquo;s 40 under 40 and &ldquo;The Count of Monte Crypto&rdquo; for significant contributions to cryptocurrency.
&bull; Associate Professor: Teaching Cryptocurrency Finance, fostering the next generation of blockchain experts.
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Upcoming Speaking Engagements
&bull; JAN 2025 &ndash; Davos House &mdash; Davos, Switzerland &ndash; Moderator
&bull; NOV 2024 &ndash; Global Entrepreneurship Festival &mdash; Nigeria - Master of Ceremonies &amp; Moderator &nbsp;
&bull; SEPT 2024 &ndash; Kennedy Space Center Masterclass &mdash; Florida - Master of Ceremonies &nbsp;
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Past Speaking Engagements
&bull; MAY 2024 &ndash; World Changers Summit &mdash; Vatican City - Master of Ceremonies &nbsp;
&bull; JAN 2024 &ndash; Greek House Davos Forum &mdash; Davos, Switzerland &ndash; Moderator
&bull; DEC 2023 - Africa&rsquo;s Young Entrepreneurs - Online - Keynote Speaker&nbsp;
&bull; OCT 2023 - World Changers Power Women&rsquo;s Summit &mdash; Vatican City - Master of Ceremonies &nbsp;
&bull; OCT 2023 - Soleolico Energy Summit - Spain - Master of Ceremonies
&bull; SEP 2023 - QLA Seminar - Scotland - Keynote Speaker&nbsp;
&bull; JULY 2023 - FD Capital Investor Summit - Online - Master of Ceremonies &nbsp;
&bull; JULY 2023 - World Changers Summit - Vatican City - Master of Ceremonies &nbsp;
&bull; MAY 2023 &ndash; Rome Casino &amp; iGaming Summit &mdash; Italy &ndash; Moderator&nbsp;
&bull; MAR 2023 &ndash; Paris Blockchain Week &mdash; France &ndash; Emcee &amp; Moderator
&bull; FEB 2023 &ndash; Transylvania Innovation Summit &mdash; Transylvania, Romania &ndash; Moderator
&bull; JAN 2023 &ndash; Davos Forum &mdash; Davos, Switzerland &ndash; Moderator
&bull; DEC 2022 &ndash; Bitbasel &mdash; Miami, Florida &ndash; Moderator
&bull; DEC 2022 &ndash; Forbes Monaco Power Women&rsquo;s Summit &ndash; Monaco &ndash; Host
&bull; NOV 2022 &ndash; AIBC Summit &ndash; Malta &ndash; Moderator
&bull; NOV 2022 &ndash; WOW Summit &ndash; Lisbon, Portugal &ndash; Moderator
&bull; OCT 2022 &ndash; Token Summit &ndash; Liechtenstein &ndash; Moderator
&bull; OCT 2022 &ndash; Forbes Monaco Metaverse Gala - Monaco &ndash; Master of Ceremonies
&bull; SEP 2022 &ndash; Metaweek Summit &ndash; Dubai, UAE &ndash; Moderator
&bull; JUL 2022 &ndash; Monaco Crypto Summit &ndash; Monaco &ndash; Moderator
&bull; JUN 2022 &ndash; AIBC Americas Expo &ndash; Toronto, Canada &ndash; Speaker
&bull; MAY 2022 &ndash; Davos Forum Davos, Switzerland &ndash; Moderator
&bull; MAY 2022 &ndash; Future Innovation Summit &ndash; Dubai, UAE &ndash; Speaker
&bull; MAR 2022 &ndash; Aibc.world Summit &ndash; Dubai, UAE &ndash; Speaker
&bull; MAR 2022 &ndash; WOW Summit &ndash; Dubai, UAE &ndash; Speaker
&bull; DEC 2021 &ndash; Race Weekend &ldquo;Crypto &amp; NFTs&rdquo; &ndash; Abu Dhabi, UAE &ndash; Speaker
&bull; 2021 &ndash; ICF University of Maryland &ndash; USA &ndash; Speaker
&bull; NOV 2021 &ndash; 1st Annual Forbes Monaco Crypto &amp; Art Gala &ndash; Monaco &ndash; Master of Ceremonies
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Advantages of choosing me as Head Ambassador
&bull; Leveraging my TV show to reach millions weekly, ensuring maximum visibility for Polkadot. As the host of a widely viewed TV show, I will integrate Polkadot into the programming to educate and engage a broad audience about its capabilities and vision.
&bull; Engaging international audiences through my roles as a moderator, speaker, and journalist at prestigious events from the Vatican, Monaco, Davos and Kennedy Space Center.
&bull; Using creative mediums such as Podcasts and TV productions to make Polkadot accessible and appealing to diverse demographics.
&bull; Teaching cryptocurrency finance, fostering a deeper understanding of blockchain applications.
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Ambassadorial Commitments to the Polkadot Community
&bull; Raising awareness about Polkadot through my media channels and educational initiatives.
&bull; Facilitating discussions and engagements with global leaders and influencers to expand Polkadot&rsquo;s network.
&bull; Introducing unique promotional strategies such as integrating Polkadot into storytelling and visual media.
&bull; Organizing and hosting events where Polkadot is prominently featured, enhancing its visibility and reputation within the blockchain community and beyond.
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In closing, My extensive media reach, global influence, and deep commitment to blockchain technology position me uniquely to advance Polkadot's reach.&nbsp; My personal relationships inside crypto and outside are extremely strong, with testimonials from individuals such as Evander Holyfield, Akon, Dan Pe&ntilde;a, and other global influencers, which can be found in my full bio.
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Contact Information:
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Website: <a href="https://dustinplantholt.com">https://dustinplantholt.com</a>
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LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/plantholt">https://www.linkedin.com/in/plantholt</a>
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X: <a href="https://twitter.com/dustinplantholt))">https://twitter.com/dustinplantholt</a>
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Email: Dustin@DustinPlantholt.com
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TV Show:&nbsp;<a href="https://blockbuzz.io/free-your-voice/">https://blockbuzz.io/free-your-voice</a>
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Full Bio:&nbsp;<a href="https://jmp.sh/MSOOIJKj">https://jmp.sh/MSOOIJK</a>
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Thank you for considering my proposal. I tried to be as thorough as possible.
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Warm Regards,
Dustin Plantholt

- **Problem Statement:** Seeking consideration for the position of Head Ambassador for the Polkadot community.
- **Significance:** Extensive media reach and global influence to promote Polkadot, educate diverse audiences, and enhance its visibility.
- **Proposed Solution:** Utilizing TV shows, podcasts, and events to raise awareness about Polkadot and engage with global leaders.
- **Expected Outcomes:** Increased visibility, expanded network, and enhanced reputation for Polkadot within the blockchain community and beyond.

#981 Proposal to the Polkadot Community - Dustin Plantholt for Head Ambassador

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