Season 1 | Ep 11 - Beyond the Chain: How Thrilld Labs is Revolutionizing Connections in the Web3 Ecosystem – Alexandra Overgaag
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Overview:
Dive into the evolving world of Web3 as we chat with Alexandra Overgaag of Thrilld Labs. This episode uncovers the value of networking in the Web3 space, discusses the unique challenges and opportunities for female founders in this male-dominated industry, and introduces us to Thrilld Labs — a game-changer aiming to revolutionize business interactions in the Web3 ecosystem.
Key Takeaways:
1. Building Bridges in Web3:
Understanding the imperative role of networking in the Web3 industry. This segment underscores the power of connections, seeking guidance, and harnessing community support.
2. Navigating Web3 as a Female Founder:
Shedding light on the distinct challenges that female founders confront in the male-heavy Web3 realm. We delve into the critical need for diversity, inclusion, and the push for increased representation and opportunities for women.
3. Unveiling Thrilld Labs:
Alexandra presents Thrilld Labs — envisioned as the 'Tinder for Web3'. This innovative, open-access platform seeks to simplify business interactions, foster partnerships, and unveil funding avenues in the Web3 world. Learn how Thrilld Labs aspires to democratize and streamline opportunities for all Web3 professionals.
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About Alexandra Overgaag:
Alexandra is the founder & CEO of Thrilld Labs, a free and open-access business solution that lets Web3 projects, professional investors, devs, and Web3 service providers scope out each other to talk funding, business, and other synergies - instantly. She also is an independent researcher, has written for the Cointelegraph, provides open-access workshops, and is a mentor to various educational Web3 initiatives. Her background is in law, political science, the hospitality sector, and trading.
Show notes:
In this episode of Web3 Disruptors, host Ginnette Harvey welcomes Alexandra Overgaag, the founder and CEO of Thrilld Labs. Thrilld Labs is a free and open access platform that connects Web3 projects, investors, developers, and service providers. Alexandra shares her journey into the Web3 space, starting with her interest in crypto in 2017 and eventually joining a blockchain infrastructure startup. She discusses her background in law, political science, the hospitality sector, and trading, and how it led her to pursue a career in the Web3 industry. Tune in to learn more about Alexandra's work and the exciting possibilities of Web3.
Links and resources:
Alexandra Overgaag’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-overgaag/
Ginnette Harvey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnetteharvey/
Web3 and Blockchain recruitment: https://www.bloc-haus.com/
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Time stamps:
[00:01:24] Unexpected career choice in Web3.
[00:06:50] Launching a tech startup.
[00:09:12] Accidental entrepreneurs
[00:12:05] The paradox of Web3.
[00:16:04] Female founders in male-dominated space.
[00:19:30] Lack of diversity in funding.
[00:26:06] The gift of confidence.
[00:29:51] Building a supportive Web3 community.
[00:33:23] Thrilld Labs app launch.
Keywords
Web3 Disruptors, Alexandra Overgaag, Thrilld Labs, Web3 projects, funding, Cointelegraph, blockchain infrastructure, female founders, women in Web3