[ARBITRUM] ARDC (V2) Supervisory Council Election
Title - ARDC (V2) Supervisory Council Election
Introduction
On the 19th of November 2024, the ARDC Tally proposal was executed, marking the ArbitrumDAO’s decision to extend the ARDC with the launch of the ARDC V2. This iteration features a collaborative structure, comprising specialised working members in Research, Risk and Security, alongside a Supervisory Council. The program is designed to deliver ongoing, specialised specialised assistance to the ArbitrumDAO. For more details, see the executed proposal here: https://www.tally.xyz/gov/arbitrum/proposal/36792157050667056852025000136263368859227883753318633087194112219909798752014?govId=eip155:42161:0x789fC99093B09aD01C34DC7251D0C89ce743e5a4
Following a call for applications, a review process and an amendment period, conducted in accordance with the Election Process ratified by the ArbitrumDAO, the elections for the Arbitrum Research and Development Collective are now open. The full version of the applications can be viewed here:
We encourage all Arbitrum Delegates to vote responsibly and in the best interests of the ArbitrumDAO.
Frisson (Communications role)
- Name: Frisson
- Email Address: frisson@tally.xyz
- TG Handle: @zeroxfrisson
- Current Occupation: Chief Revenue Officer, Tally
- Delegate Details: https://forum.arbitrum.foundation/t/frisson-delegate-communication-thread/24732
- Country of Residence & Time Zone: USA, Mountain Time
Background and Skills
Professional Expertise
Frisson, as Chief Revenue Officer at Tally, brings extensive experience in blockchain governance communications. His role includes:
- Leading a team that has positioned Tally as an industry leader in brand presence and product distribution within blockchain governance.
- Directly supporting Tally’s Arbitrum integration by addressing technical and governance queries from the community.
- Contributing as a key participant in the development of ARB Staking within the Arbitrum ecosystem.
DAO Contributions
- Active delegate in the Arbitrum DAO, demonstrating strong communication skills by conveying governance decisions and their rationale to constituents.
- Member of the Multi-Sig Support Service (MSS), requiring effective coordination with multiple stakeholders.
Frisson’s blend of leadership, governance expertise, and technical acumen ensures he is well-prepared for the Supervisory Council’s Communications role.
Motivation and Strategic Vision
Frisson is driven by a vision to empower industry-leading contributors to bring innovative products and initiatives to market through the Arbitrum DAO. By focusing on impactful initiatives, he aims to:
- Partner with initiative leaders to develop comprehensive communications plans that maximize reach within the DAO and the broader crypto ecosystem.
- Proactively track and highlight the most significant developments, ensuring effective messaging and engagement.
His strategic vision emphasizes growth in adoption of Arbitrum technology across Arbitrum One, Nova, and Orbit Chains, aligning communication efforts with the DAO’s mission.
Role-Specific Responsibilities
Frisson proposes developing a scalable communications playbook to standardize and enhance outreach for major DAO initiatives. Key elements include:
- Delegate Engagement: Proactively involving delegates in discussions to ensure alignment and support.
- Proposal Visibility: Crafting detailed forum posts and presenting proposals during governance and reporting calls.
- Social Media Amplification: Posting about major milestones and coordinating quote tweets from Arbitrum governance and official accounts.
- Media Outreach: Building a network of news and research outlets to amplify major developments and announcements.
By rigorously following this playbook, Frisson aims to ensure consistency, clarity, and maximum impact in communicating DAO initiatives.
Prioritization and Time Allocation
Frisson plans to focus on high-impact proposals with the potential to:
- Drive adoption of Arbitrum technology.
- Foster significant growth across Arbitrum One, Nova, and Orbit Chains.
By identifying the initiatives with the most transformative potential, he ensures time and resources are allocated efficiently toward advancing the DAO’s strategic goals.
Summary of Qualifications
Professional Leadership
- Over 12 years of leadership experience in growth marketing for software companies, driving tens of millions in revenue through direct sales, digital marketing, and customer success strategies.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and scale organizational initiatives.
Governance and Communication Expertise
- Active Arbitrum DAO delegate, skilled in conveying governance decisions transparently and effectively.
- Extensive experience coordinating with diverse stakeholders through Tally’s integration and the Multi-Sig Support Service.
JuanRah & Alex Lumley (Communications role)
- Name of Applicant: JuanRah + Alex Lumley*
- Email Address: juanramirogarza@gmail.com
- Telegram Handle: @JuanRah + @AlexLumley
- Current Occupation/s: Academic Advisor / Arbitrum DAO Delegate
- Delegate details: Delegate Thread / Tally
- Country of Residence & Time Zone: Mexico / CST (GMT-6)
Juanrah updated his application and will not be jointly apply for the Communications role with fellow delegate @AlexLumley. Alex’s involvement with the DAO and understanding of its past developments will help in providing context on how each research proposal aligns with the DAO’s interests. His experience and background will help transfer knowledge and trust to the development of this role’s functions.
This addition will help their communication strategy to be deployed within the community’s objectives. JuanRah will be:
- Taking the lead on developing and implementing the overall communications strategy
- Creating branding and messaging guidelines.
- Managing press releases, media relations, and social media.
- Record-keeping and reporting of all communications activities.
Alex will focus on:
- Providing advice, insights and background context to enrich our communications.
- Act as a liaison with other delegates.
Background & Skills
JuanRah, an Arbitrum DAO Delegate with extensive experience in decentralized governance since 2016, has contributed significantly to DAO discussions and governance processes, ensuring alignment with long-term objectives and values.
As a College Professor and researcher in Geopolitics and Strategic Foresight, he has honed skills in translating complex ideas into accessible insights for diverse audiences, essential for effective communication in decentralized ecosystems. His research in political and risk analysis further enables him to anticipate challenges and propose actionable solutions.
Previously serving as Chief of Staff in a Mexican state-level government, JuanRah developed expertise in strategic planning, public security, and transparency, fostering stakeholder engagement and collaboration. His work involved creating frameworks for best practices, ensuring effective communication and coordination among various stakeholders.
His combined experience in strategic intelligence, governance, and stakeholder management positions him as a strong candidate to manage ARDC communications and build trust within the community.
Key Skills for the Role
- Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to mediate diverse interests and maintain open communication channels.
- Strategic Oversight: Experience in designing frameworks for organizational efficiency aligned with long-term goals.
- Effective Communication: Skilled in presenting complex research and policy recommendations to varied audiences.
- Resource Management: Successfully coordinated multi-stakeholder projects under limited resources, ensuring timely delivery.
Motivation and Vision
JuanRah is committed to contributing to Ethereum’s decentralization through Arbitrum, a pivotal Layer 2 solution. He sees the ARDC as
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Off-Chain Vote
Frisson (Comm Role)
1.83 HVAXVC10.2%
JuanRah + AlexLumley (Comm Role)
2.33 HVAXVC13%
Jameskbh (Comm Role)
1 HVAXVC5.6%
Entropy Adv. + Tamara (Op Role)
6.83 HVAXVC38%
Pedro Breuer (Comm Role)
1 HVAXVC5.6%
Violet Benson (Comm Role)
0 HVAXVC0%
ZER8 (Comm Role)
1 HVAXVC5.6%
Abstain
4 HVAXVC22.2%
Timeline
Dec 05, 2024Proposal created
Dec 05, 2024Proposal vote started
Dec 11, 2024Proposal vote ended
Feb 04, 2026Proposal updated