Evan Solomon
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@Umichblockchain, @Parcl, @MBC_Conference
Joined August 2020
Super grateful to @Forbes for highlighting the inaugural Midwest Blockchain Conference. Remember, this is our first run at this. Imagine what we can pull off in year two. .
MBC is more than a conference. It's a student movement. Thank you to @AaronWStanley and @Forbes for showcasing our event and mission. Much more to come 🎥.
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Want to go to @SolanaConf Accelerate in NYC as a university student?. @SolanaUni is supporting select students with a $500 travel grant plus free tickets to attend the event! Application due at 11:59 ET tonight. Location: NYC.Dates: May 19–23. This is in addition to the subsidy.
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Each University Blockchain Club should host a onboarding pop up. 1. Book a table in the library or center campus. 2. Distrbute $5 in crypto to every student that stops by and is interested. (Probably should include a CTA). I'm confident 95% of the companies in crypto would be.
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First @standwithcrypto meeting of the day is in the books!. Thank you to @McdonaldRivet and her staff for taking the time to meet with us!!
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I haven’t shared much about @Parcl on this account—most of that goes to my alter ego. But I think it’s time for a deep dive into what drew me to Parcl nearly two years ago and why I’m still so excited about the product today 🧵.
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This past Thursday, I had the honor of moderating a fireside with SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce at the University of Michigan. About two weeks ago, Commissioner Peirce reached out to @UMichBlockchain about hosting a session during her trip to Ann Arbor. (Yes we all thought it
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Polymarket is being sourced everywhere. Onboarding at its finest.
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Highlighting the best opportunity for student devs right now:. The @Colosseum Breakout Hackathon. Over $25,000 in dedicated student prizes with access to way more! 🧵
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How to start your Web3 career — University Student Edition🧵.
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29 Universities and growing rapidly! Soon it won't fit on one page.
If you're a dev, VC, or running your own app/project, please consider attending @MBC_Conference top talent from some of the best universities in the world. Hard-nosed & talented individuals i have had the pleasure to work with!.
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I am super excited to share that I joined the @SolanaUni Core Team this past weekend at Breakpoint. Below is a timeline highlighting how @SolanaUni has impacted my short career. 🧵.
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Helium Mobile has been named the Official Wireless Sponsor of @MiamiHurricanes Athletics! . The partnership will launch with the University of Miami vs. Notre Dame men’s basketball game this Saturday, December 2nd, with @helium_mobile as the presenting game sponsor. @helium.
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I don't think people understand what @marginfi has done with their point system. It's truly mind-blowing 🧵.
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I have access to an incredible pool of top university talent. Driven and ambitious students hungry for a summer gig. If your company is looking to hire or work with student talent, shoot me a DM. Let's get to work.
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Excited to formally announce the Midwest Blockchain Conference we are building. This is a true passion project of mine and I can't wait for everyone to see what University clubs can do when working together!. This is just the start. Epic marketing campaign on the way.
12 Universities. 1 Conference. November 8-9, 2024.
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To all graduating seniors:.Make sure to spend genuine time setting up your student orgs for success after you leave. If you don't, someone may have to start again from square one and much of your hard work could be wasted.
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Pretty damn amazing that University Blockchain clubs have enough credibility that the office of an SEC Comissioner reached out to us for an event!.
We are thrilled to host @HesterPeirce for an in-person speaker event at the @MichiganRoss School of Business next Thursday at 8 PM ET. 📍 Fireside chat: Robertson Auditorium.🍴 Followed by a catered networking hour in Ross!. You won’t want to miss this.
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🚨 75 Person Internship Program Available @Gemini 🚨. This is Gemini's largest internship program to date. It will be 10 weeks fully remote unless you are in NYC or Seattle. Check out the SWE application below 👇.
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Just wrapped up a great meeting with @SenGaryPeters alongside @standwithcrypto and @Coinbase’s @emiliemc where we discussed crypto in Michigan and the urgent need for US legislation like #FIT21 #standwithcrypto
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I met with the Ethereum Foundation re student initiatives for the first time last week . I think they heard much of the criticism and a shift in priorities is coming.
I think Ethereum is going to have a big comeback arc over the next ~12-18 months in terms of mindshare, vibe & price.
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The Midwest Blockchain Conference speaker list is now live on the website. Check out the full list below.
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The student revolution has begun. Thank you to everyone who supported❤️.
A huge thank you to everyone who attended the inaugural Midwest Blockchain Conference. With 15 Sponsors, 35 Universities, and over 350 Students, Year 1 exceeded all of our expectations. To be continued 🎓
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A quick appreciation post for the boy @redempshawne 👑. I get a lot of recognition for @MBC_Conference, but behind the scenes, Shashank is grinding day in and day out to make everything happen. From building the entire website 👉 to managing operations,
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Dear University of Michigan Community,. We at @UMichBlockchain are honored to host SEC Commissioner @HesterPeirce for an in-person speaker event this Thursday at 8 PM ET in Robertson Auditorium at the Ross School of Business. It's not every day that we, as students, have the
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Congrats to @CUBlockchain on an amazing event. Chopping Block has an open invite to @MBC_Conference
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Note to all University clubs… seek out companies you want to work with at major conferences like Token, where they spend 100k+. Many will realize that supporting a student club with a 5k grant is likely as, if not more, valuable.
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.@JasonYanowitz is the only person I've seen from CT active on Linkedin. And it's unsuprisngly super effective. X is great for crypto natives but for onboarding (Users & Talent), we need to take over the Linkedin timeline.
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The @MBC_Conference business model 🧵. There is no business model. All sponsorship funds not used on operational costs go directly to student subsidization.
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This past Thursday I had the opportunity to demo @Parcl and discuss my experiences with @SolanaUni at the Virginia Blockchain Council event. Thank you to the sponsors @VABlockCouncil, @vcublockchain, @Ledger, @hexensio, @encodeclub, and @solana for sponsoring and offering me
A huge thanks to @vcublockchain @VABlockCouncil @encodeclub @hexensio for co-hosting an amazing evening fireside chat in Richmond, VA on Thursday where students embraced Solana and explored ecosystem opportunities through SolanaU and various other communities.
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Invest in quality merch. If your company or org needs good merch, I can set you up with a full suite design + manufacturing service. (50+ quantity orders only)
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My favorite thing that has come out of @MBC_Conference so far is that 3 separate orgs have reached out for my gf to design their logos/hoodies, etc. My DMs are open if anyone needs design support.
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If you are a student in blockchain and want to come to @MBC_Conference dm me asap! We can support you with a $200 subsidy regardless of the university. 10 days out.
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Biggest ETHDenver takeaway:.Excessive waste of money by Foundations on booths and side events that provide little value.
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Helping Gemini source interns has been a crazy MBC growth hack. I've had students from 7 new Unis reach out interested!. @MBC_Conference 2024 hosted 34 Unis.2025 will have 50+ easy. Prob 75.
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My girlfriend is a fire graphic designer. She's designed all @UMichBlockchain & @MBC_Conference logos and merch, freelancing consistently, and is launching her own tote bag line. But now she's spending hours on Linkedin, cold messaging alumni hoping they respond and agree to do
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Probably helped place 30+ students and recent grads in internships and full-time roles since November. We have a chat filled with top talent, and open roles are shared frequently (two sweet new roles coming today :). If you're a student looking for an internship or full-time
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New logo but the goal remains the same. Real estate accessibility for everyone! 🌎.
🚨 Big news at Parcl! 🚨. Unveiling the new logo: A representation of our commitment to simplifying real estate investing. It’s not just a design change — this logo marks the next step in making investing in real estate faster, simpler, and smarter for everyone
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Just landed in DC for the @Standwithcrypto Day tomorrow. Representing @MBC_Conference, I’ll make sure student voices are heard and that legislators understand how clear, pro-crypto regulation is essential to empower the next generation of US builders.
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Just met with a company launching a 75 person internship program… let the games begin. Banger internship 🧵 soon.
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Another exchange taking the lead is @Gemini. They ran smaller programs these last two years but are now hiring 75 interns! They are very focused on developing young talent.
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THE largest student gathering in blockchain. Open to everyone 🇺🇸🇬🇧🇨🇦🇲🇽🇦🇷🇦🇺🇪🇸🇦🇪🇮🇳.
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Funny that this is the new meta. Thankfully Uni blockchain clubs are ready to support all companies ready to venture into the university world. Cc @UMichBlockchain @CalBlockchain @CUBlockchain @txblockchain @N3XUS_waa @MBC_Conference & many many more.
Colleges are not even talking about Web3 and DeFi. A industry this big should be presented to young minds as a potential opportunity. Education system should push Project based learning and building projects for the world.
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Booked 40 seats in a section at Yankees game for our Accelerate side event. If you want to meet some of the top talent in the crypto industry, come join us!. Probably 5x cheaper than a happy hour and way more fun. Go Yankees.
Join us for a @SolanaConf side event:. MBC x @SolanaUni Night at the Ballpark ⚾️.🗓️ May 20 | 🕖 7PM ET.📍 Yankee Stadium.🎟️ Yankees vs Rangers. We're bringing 50 top students & industry leaders together for an unforgettable night. RSVP:
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At 6PM ET today, we’re hosting @n8levine of @colosseum for a Breakout info session open to all university students. We’ll discuss Breakout, student prizes, the MBC track, and @SolanaConf subsidies. Students only.
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DormDAO is probably the best student program in crypto. It has shown to be a great community builder for student orgs while offering valuable vis for student investors.
1/ During the '23-'24 Academic Year, our 9 university clubs completed 75 token pitches, resulting in 62 positions across our student-led portfolio of $500k.🏆. Huge congrats to @PennBlockchain for delivering the highest returning portfolio: +84.66% (USD) & +18.80% alpha to ETH!🥇
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Excited to be heading to Solana Breakpoint in Amsterdam next week as a part of the @SolanaUni program! . If anyone is looking to connect and chat @Parcl @UMichBlockchain or @Solana, my DM’s are open!.
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Tomorrow the @N3XUS_waa Buildathon begins. $50,000 in prizes. 8 Tracks. Workshops from @SuiNetwork, @colosseum, @SonicLabs, and more! Open to all University students. This 🧵highlights all the details of the best opportunity for students in crypto right now.
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Here are some of the best programs to be involved as a student in blockchain 🧵.
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Last November, we hosted 34 universities and 400 students at the University of Michigan for the inaugural Midwest Blockchain Conference. This December 5-6, we expect these numbers to double with 75 universities (globally) and over 800 students. Get your tickets now.
🚨 The MBC 2025 website & tickets are officially live 🚨.
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Proud to be involved in such an innovative project. Just the start.
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In Singapore for the week for Breakpoint & Token2049. Shoot me a dm if you're around and want to link! . Thank you to @SolanaUni & @DanaDegenius for the continuous support!
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It's a great day to be an American. Now let's bring the hostages home 🇺🇸🇮🇱.
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Strongly recommend @SolanaUni to any student looking to break into the Solana ecosystem. Tons of opportunities and creative freedom to grow the brand. Plus you get to learn from and work with the best of the best @DanaDegenius @adlonymous @laemD8 @supsilas.
Evan, a person near and dearl to Solana University, threw an event that made @Forbes. Students are here to stay, and @Evsolomon5 is proving it🗣️🫂.
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Huge!!! Big Sean in Detroit is pretty sick. Will be bringing our own bus of 25+ @UMichBlockchain members to the event.
Get ready, America. Our big purple bus is rolling through 5 swing states, rallying 4 million crypto owners to make their voices heard. Let’s make history. RSVP now: . 21+, limited capacity. #AmericaLovesCryptoTour
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The future of Michigan Blockchain is bright.
Every semester, we onboard ~30 new members to Michigan Blockchain. These new members undergo a 10-week educational curriculum culminating in cohort projects. Yesterday, 6 teams pitched their projects. 2 consulting, 2 investment, and 2 governance. Learn more below 🧵
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Superteam Earn is one of the most underrated and valuable platforms for both Solana protocols and users. Here is a quick thread highlighting the importance of it and how Parcl has used Superteam in recent bounties. @SuperteamEarn 🧵.
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Grateful to have had the opportunity to attend and speak at the @standwithcrypto meetup last Thursday. We brought 12 @UMichBlockchain members, showcasing the growing interest in crypto on university campuses. At the event, I interviewed with Fox News and Bitcoin Magazine,
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How to get an internship in crypto 🧵. There is an abundance of talent and opportunities, yet for some reason, the companies can't find the talent and the students can't find roles. Here is a playbook on how to best secure a gig in crypto (primarily for students).
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Widespread student blockchain adoption will not happen until the major protocols build out internship programs for students looking to work in the industry. Grant programs are not enough.
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Happy to be here representing the many students engaging in crypto. With clear and favorable regulation, thousands of new jobs will be open to the minds of students across the nation.
🛡️ 100 Faces of Crypto 🛡️. @Evsolomon5 is a rising senior at the University of Michigan and the president of Michigan Blockchain, a student organization of 100+ members focused on providing educational and hands-on opportunities to students interested in exploring the nascent
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The lack of student onboarding is a major bottleneck in our industry. Shoutout to Gemini for stepping up and launching a 75-person internship program.
Excited to be working with @Gemini as they launch a 75-person internship program!. Join us next Wednesday, Feb 5th, at 6 PM ET for an info session with the Gemini team! Come & get your questions answered!. Please DM us or comment below for the invite link 🎥 🧵
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Always a blast in DC with @standwithcrypto 🛡️ 🧵. 10 Michigan & Ohio founders and I had the opportunity to meet with policymakers, explaining the need for pro-crypto regulation. Thank you to @RepHaleyStevens, @McdonaldRivet, @Repemiliasykes, @HillaryScholten, @RepDaveTaylor,
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Thought I could turn the markets around with a bullpost. I was wrong.
This past Thursday, I had the honor of moderating a fireside with SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce at the University of Michigan. About two weeks ago, Commissioner Peirce reached out to @UMichBlockchain about hosting a session during her trip to Ann Arbor. (Yes we all thought it
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Our designer is cracked. Not only graphic design but marketing, growth, product, etc. One of the most impressive students I know and graduating next semester. If anyone is hiring shoot me a dm! I'd vouch wholeheartedly!.
Built by the Fantom team, @0xSonicLabs is a layer-1 chain with over 10,000 transactions per second and sub-second confirmation times. We're thrilled to have the Sonic team participating as Blue Sponsors as they prepare for their launch in December!
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A great article that highlights why student-focused blockchain events are necessary for continuous innovation in the industry. Let's keep staffing onshore. Next Step: Pro-crypto regulation.
Another one! Thank you to the @MichiganDaily for attending, interviewing students, and writing about our inaugural event. Excited to continue working together and showcasing blockchain interest & talent in Michigan.
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In DC for the day discussing the importance of crypto regulation with members of congress with @coinbase and @standwithcrypto. Will continue to update the timeline as the day progresses. Planning on being very active today. #standwithcrypto
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Excited to chat MBC / students on the Solana Across America podcast tomorrow at 5PM ET🇺🇸.
🇺🇸 Solana Across America continues! . On tomorrow's podcast:. - New Community @ Houston TX w/ CryptoEQ.- New Community @ Detroit, MI w/ Elizabeth Hansson (Stand with Crypto).- MBC & Solana U w/ Evan Solomon.- Colosseum w/ Nate Levine. RSVP at next tweet to catch it LIVE 👇
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Lastly, thank you to the entire Parcl community for supporting me, and @Parcl_Intern, as we grew from a few million to over $5B in total volume. While it’s bittersweet to close this chapter, I couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead. Thanks, Parclooors. 🚀.
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This is exactly what we are going to solve. Read this thread and you will understand the importance of @MBC_Conference and university clubs in general. @mhacks sponsorship soon. Just not sure who the sponsor will be yet.
@mroliverpt cs students dont go into crypto because the pipeline isnt laid down yet so it requires too much agency to discover - not to mention the headwind of crypto = scam. most chose cs because theyre semi smart and were told its a good future. low agency, just following the crowd.
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My March Madness bracket is 100% based on Blockchain clubs. Horns up tonight 🤘🤘🤘.@txblockchain.
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Incoming @UMichBlockchain announcement 😎.
I plan to be in Ann Arbor, MI on April 4. If you want to meet, please email CommissionerPeirce@sec.gov with Ann Arbor in the subject line and a brief description of what you'd like to discuss.
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The funny thing is my mom tried telling me @stoolpresidente would come back to AA to speak at @MBC_Conference . Prez - @UMichBlockchain would love to host you back on campus.
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I had the opportunity to do my first career podcast with @dirty_digs last week!. We discussed @Parcl and @ParclLabs, the importance of students in blockchain, @UMichBlockchain, and the Midwest Blockchain Conference (@MBC_Conference). Watch the full pod👇.
The latest episode of Future Podcast is out now!.@dirty_digs is joined by @evsolomon5 from @Parcl and @Umichblockchain. See the podcast below:
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Coinbase gets much unwarranted hate from crypto natives but they do everything in their power to push the industry forward (ex: @standwithcrypto). They also run the largest and probably most successful internship program in crypto. They are hiring 250+ global interns for summer.
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Are any crypto companies still looking for summer interns? . I have a few students I’d like to help place.
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