Summary of Stages
- Stage 1 (Jan to March): Focuses on optimizing operations, conducting market research, and launching essential tools for transparency and coordination.
- Stage 2 (March to July): Concentrates on launching the membership program, defining business opportunities, and distributing grants to empower the community.
- Stage 3 (July to December): Aims to sustain operations, already started generating alternative income streams, and keep expanding Celo’s presence across Europe.
Stage 1: January to March
Focus: Improving Existing Operations and Initial Deliverables
The primary goal in this stage is to strengthen the foundation for the year by enhancing operations, conducting market research, and implementing essential coordination tools.
Key Milestones:
- Improvement of Operations: Optimize workflows and refine existing strategies to increase efficiency.
- Market Research: Conduct targeted research to identify opportunities and align efforts with Celo’s ecosystem and market needs.
- Coordination Tools: Begin implementation of transparency and accountability tools such as Chamverse and Notion to streamline processes and improve reporting.
- Legal Structure Formalization: Establish Celo EU as a juridical entity to enable regulated operations and support future funding initiatives.
Stage 2: March to July
Focus: Membership Launch, Business Definition, and Grants Implementation
This phase is dedicated to rolling out key programs and exploring business opportunities to drive ecosystem growth.
Key Milestones:
- Membership Program Launch: Deploy the on-chain membership program, including contributor tiers and grant distribution mechanisms.
- Business Definition: Define and establish a business-focused methodology to explore income-generating opportunities and partnerships.