From The Blockchain Ashley Smith

GUEST:
Lauren Ingram is the Founder of Women of Web3, a community helping women make the leap into the world of Web 3.0 through job opportunities, learning resources and connections. She is a marketing leader with experience in agencies and tech companies including Meta, where she was responsible for Meta’s multimillion dollar program for female entrepreneurs, #SheMeansBusiness. As a consultant, Lauren helps businesses to win in Web3 by demystifying the opportunities in this burgeoning space. Lauren also hosts the Women of Web3 Podcast where each week she interviews a different incredible woman making moves in Web3.

THE EPISODE:
Join Lauren Ingram and host Ashley Smith as they delve into the world of web3 innovation and emerging technologies, opening the doors for a diverse audience, with a special focus on empowering women in this dynamic space. Lauren passionately shares the importance of this mission and offers unique insights. Discover how women in the UK are uniting through "Women of Web3" initiatives, networking, learning, and forging new career paths in digital transformation and blockchain startups. With a staggering gender gap in web3 job applications, Lauren emphasizes that most professional skills are transferable, and breaking down the jargon and demystifying the tech is key for many women to feel comfortable entering the space. Listen in as Lauren and Ashley explore topics like the metaverse, the game-changing potential of Apple Vision Pro, the current web3 job market, and their journeys as new moms navigating the web3 landscape. Don't miss this high-level conversation on why embracing tech matters, regardless of your background or experience.

GUEST QUOTE:
“We want to get women into Web3 but we also want to make sure it's good when they get there.” 

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GUEST:
Jarrett Vaughan, also known as “The Web3 Prof” is an Adjunct Professor at University of British Columbia Sauder School of Business. At UBC he teaches crypto, NFTs, blockchain technology and marketing. He also founded a real estate investment company in 2006 which he still owns & operates today. He is currently launching an NFT project for social good, based on art that his 7 year old daughter created while she was recovering from her 16th surgery. 
THE EPISODE:
Jarrett Vaughan and Host Ashley Smith cover several themes in this episode including crypto & web3 education for the everyday layperson, emerging opportunities for fundraising & non-profits, and the possibilities with blockchain technology & real estate. As a university professor who teaches about cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and web3, Jarrett has deep insights into the blockchain realm, and sees the ebbs & flows of interest in the technology and markets, as well as trends in the demographics of those who are leaning in to learn. Jarrett shares his personal story about his 8 year old daughter, Sailor, who has been courageously navigating multiple physical disabilities since birth, and how she found joy in art during long & difficult hospital stays. This led to the idea for digibuddies, an inclusive NFT project with a mission to raise awareness of the often-overlooked limitations that individuals face. They also aim to donate a portion of sales proceeds to their children’s hospital. In this chat, Jarrett provides an overview of how blockchain can serve charitable giving, some of the current tools, and some of the existing challenges he hopes to see overcome. Ashley & Jarrett also spend time breaking down ideas on how web3 technology may impact the real estate sector, reviewing current uses and ideas for the future. There’s a lot in this episode - listen all the way through to get the most out of it!

GUEST QUOTE:
“Crypto for good is an important movement."

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GUEST:
Shira Lazar is an Emmy-nominated host, interviewer & content creator covering social media, AI & Web3, and digital wellness. As a leading voice around digital culture & emerging trends, she took the internet by storm with her web-first news brand 'What's Trending' in 2011. Blazing trails in the the creator economy for two decades, she’s spoken at conferences including SXSW, VeeCon, NFTNYC, and NFTLA, was named Fast Company's Most Influential Women in Technology, featured on NFTNow's NFT100 Most Influential, and is a regular contributor on The Huffington Post, Entrepreneur, & has appeared frequently on networks like Bloomber, CNN & Fox discussing Internet culture & digital trends. Shira is the Co-Founder of Peace Inside, a digital wellness agency focused on building customized programs for innovative companies, teams & communities. 
THE EPISODE:
Shira unpacks a variety of themes related to the digital arena… her thoughts on how the media landscape may continue to evolve, how those looking at broadcasting and communications professions may want to consider building their careers, how to keep a finger on the pulse of web3 opportunities related to the industry (how she is paying attention, but not making huge pivots for her company & team just yet), and how to be mindful of productivity & mental health when it comes to business & building teams, especially in this digital era. Shira seeks to help companies navigate the best way forward. She puts an emphasis on EQ & team/community involvement, and her web3 experience helped shape her perspective on how modern communication & leadership styles are keys to success. Shira's antidote for modern anxiety & workplace/entrepreneurial challenges?... “JOMO”

GUEST QUOTE:
“...the biggest lessons and learning happens when I throw myself into spaces, and learn myself, and then bring it into the work environments that I'm in.”

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Laura Fortey is a real estate powerhouse with a knack for turning properties into profit. She's a seasoned pro when it comes to buying, managing, renovating, and selling her own investments, she's also dabbled in REITs, MICs and Private Equity. She's a tech-savvy entrepreneur, with years of experience helping startups and small businesses grow from the ground up. This combination of skills inspired her to co-found REITIUM, a revolutionary real estate crowdfunding platform that makes it easy for anyone to invest in private equity with as little as $100. As a leader in the fintech industry, Laura is passionate about financial literacy and empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs. Plus, she's always on the lookout for opportunities to mentor and invest in female-led businesses. 
THE EPISODE:
Laura and Ashley discuss how startups and tech companies are reimagining how regular people can buy and invest in real estate. They also unpack how forward thinking companies can use web3 technology to future-proof their processes and infrastructures. REITIUM, described as the “Kickstarter for real estate”, uses blockchain to store sensitive data and to enable their users to buy and sell fractionalized equity ownership on their secondary marketplace. Laura shares some of the challenges of navigating the regulatory environment when bringing something new and unchartered to market. The ladies also brainstorm how AI may revolutionize real estate investment strategies moving forward. Host Ashley Smith has an extensive real estate background in Canada as a Realtor and a governance leader in the professional sector. For her, this was a particularly fun conversation as, in her opinion, little has changed in the industry over the last several decades, and she’s excited to explore opportunities outside of status quo practices and business models.

GUEST QUOTE:
“Blockchain has not seen its day yet…”

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Adam Brotman, Forum3 co-founder & co-CEO, excels in enhancing brand-customer relationships and digital marketing through innovations such as loyalty schemes & mobile technology. His creativity earned him the #2 spot on Fast Company's "100 Most Creative People" in 2012 and the CDO Club named him CDO of the Year in 2015.  Adam's rich professional background includes strategic leadership roles at J.Crew, where he initiated their first loyalty program, and notably at Starbucks. As their inaugural Chief Digital Officer, he orchestrated the development of Starbucks' mobile payment, ordering, and loyalty platform. Adam's current board commitments include MOD Pizza Company and Ruby Tuesday, and he has previously served on the boards of Neiman Marcus and Brooks Running Shoe Company.

THE EPISODE:   
Adam Brotman helped envision and launch what's currently seen as the shining example of blockchain-based customer loyalty programs - the Starbucks Odyssey experience. Ashley chats with Adam to unpack what these programs can offer, and how blockchain technology & digital assets play pivotal roles in moving away from a short-term and transactional brand strategy, to a community-building approach which encourages storytelling, participation, and fun. He explains why on-chain loyalty programs are becoming easier to roll out, shares that most brands are afraid of experimentation (providing an opportunity to those willing to learn, pivot, and grow), and offers insights on how employees can drive innovation within their organizations. Adam also gives the audience a sneak peek into his current initiative, hive3.ai - where users can compete for great prizes from some of their favourite brands.

GUEST QUOTE:
"Think about Web3 as a technology or a capability set that can help enhance how you innovate your customer relationship transformation."

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GUEST:
Michelle Reeves is an international entrepreneur who has built multiple businesses across Web2 and Web3. She is the Co-Founder & CEO of MAVION, a global fashion and NFT platform that connects physical assets to digital collectibles that drive rewards to NFT holders & brand partners. 

Named on the 2022 Power List by Marie Claire USA, and “Queens of Crypto” by FORBES, she is a trusted voice in NFTs & Web3 fashion. She has educated & consulted for top executives and fortune 500 brands entering into the Web3 space across sports, fashion, and entertainment including Netflix & Nike.

As Michelle’s influence continues to grow, she remains committed to using her knowledge and expertise to promote the development of a more decentralized and democratic digital world. She is passionate about empowering individuals and communities to take control of their digital lives, and she believes that the potential of blockchain technology to transform the world is only just beginning to be realized. 

THE EPISODE:  
Michelle Reeves speaks on how blockchain and emerging technologies can support the work and careers of independent fashion designers and the business of luxury and lifestyle brands. And best yet, not at the cost of the planet or human exploitation. She offers deep insights on how brands can better connect with and bring unique value to their communities, streamline operations, drive revenue, and protect their IP. Want to learn more about how web3 and immersive experiences can positively intersect with the world of fashion and brand growth? This episode is a must-listen.

GUEST QUOTE: 
"It's sophisticated how these black market industries are operating. It is so overdue to incorporate some kind of verification truth serum into luxury goods to protect the consumer and to protect the brand themselves." 

GUEST INFO, LINKS, RESOURCES: 
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