In this episode you'll learn about: 1. Leveraging Partnerships in the Web3 Ecosystem: Discover the pivotal role of partnerships in the evolving Web3 space. Dive deep into the various types of partnerships and how they can fuel a company's growth. Min also offers tailored advice on transitioning to a career in partnerships in Web3, emphasizing the importance of strong collaborations and a creative approach. 2. Web3’s Power to Revolutionize Industries: Explore the groundbreaking potential of Web3 technology, including blockchain and NFTs. Learn about their practical applications, from the innovative tokenization of airline tickets to the novel concepts of fractional property ownership and fan engagement. Min unveils some of the most compelling use cases that highlight Web3's capacity to redefine how we interact with multiple sectors. 3. Startup 101: Insights from Min Wei's Entrepreneurial Journey: Min provides a candid reflection on her experiences, from co-founding a venture-backed startup focused on consumer apps to her role as the COO. Drawing from her varied career—Min offers valuable lessons and actionable advice for budding entrepreneurs. Her unique journey serves as an inspiration for those aiming to carve out a niche in the competitive startup world. --- About Min Wei: Min is the Global Head of Ecosystem Growth where she is responsible for building partnerships, attracting and supporting Web3 verticals, and scaling community activations. She joined Blockchain.com, where she was leading partnerships. Previous to that, Min co-founded a venture-backed startup that built consumer facing apps and was the COO. Before jumping into the entrepreneurial world, Min held a number of roles across Partnerships, BD, and Strategy functions at technology and media companies. She started her career building software in financial services. Show notes: In this episode of Web3 Disruptors, Ginnette Harvey welcomes Min Wei, the Global Head of Ecosystem Growth at Algorand Foundation. Min shares her journey into Web3, starting from her early career in software development to her venture into the world of blockchain and crypto. She also discusses her current role at Algorand Foundation, where she is responsible for building partnerships and scaling community activations. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of Web3 with an industry expert. Links and resources: Min Wei’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/minwei1/ Min Wei’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/mintwt Ginnette Harvey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnetteharvey/ Web3 and Blockchain recruitment: https://www.bloc-haus.com/ Are you being paid fairly? Take the survey: https://www.bloc-haus.com/salary-survey/ Time stamps: [00:04:07] Verifiably random selection of nodes. [00:04:23] Blockchain finality and speed. [00:10:05] Starting a startup journey. [00:14:21] Making quick decisions in startups. [00:19:15] How to get involved in partnerships. [00:21:15] Product and platform partnerships. [00:26:09] Transitioning into business development. [00:30:42] The power of Web3. [00:35:07] Fan engagement and NFTs. [00:39:33] Algorand Foundation's projects and ecosystem. Keywords Web3 Disruptors, Web3, Algorand Foundation, ecosystem growth, partnerships, Algorand, blockchain, female founders, women in Web3