POMA Protocol

[mattthowell1]

Open Grant Proposal: Project Title

Project Name:
POMA - Engage to Earn
Proposal Category: Choose one of Developer and data tooling, Integrations, Research & protocols, Storage, Retrieval, FVM, or Other. Learn what these categories are here.

Developer and data tooling

Individual or Entity Name: Is the proposal on behalf of an individual, or an entity/organization? Please note that the agreement and any payments must be completed by the same entity, either individual or organization.
On behalf of an organization.

Proposer: replace with your GitHub username
mattthowell1
Project Repo(s) Please list Github repos used for this project work.
https://github.com/poma-protocol
(Optional) Filecoin ecosystem affiliations: Please disclose any existing work relationships with organizations in the Protocol Labs Network, including Protocol Labs, Filecoin Foundation, Filecoin Foundation for the Decentralized Web, and any others.
N/A
(Optional) Technical Sponsor: If you have previously discussed this project with a member of the IPFS or Filecoin project teams and they have agreed to be a technical sponsor, include their name and/or github handle here
N/A
Do you agree to open source all work you do on behalf of this RFP under the MIT/Apache-2 dual-license?: Please respond with "Yes" or "No".
No

Project Summary

The blockchain industry, despite its rapid growth and potential, faces significant challenges in effectively managing and distributing grants to developers and projects. Current processes are often manual, fragmented, and inefficient, leading to several problems: limited scalability, lack of transparency, and the inability to target specific market segments effectively. These inefficiencies hinder blockchain companies from maximizing their impact, particularly when it comes to funding small but high-potential projects. Furthermore, the lack of clear tracking mechanisms makes it difficult to measure the success and ROI of the grants distributed, which can discourage continuous investment and innovation.

Our project, POMA, addresses these challenges by offering a streamlined, automated solution for grant management in the blockchain space. POMA integrates a plug-and-play tool that simplifies the grant process, making it easier for blockchain companies to distribute funds based on real-time results and predefined criteria. This tool not only reduces administrative overhead but also expands the range of fundable activities by offering templates and automation for common tasks. By allowing blockchain companies to directly target specific segments—such as developers by location, experience, or industry—POMA ensures that resources are allocated more effectively. Additionally, our platform provides detailed reporting through interactive dashboards, enhancing transparency and enabling better decision-making. In doing so, POMA not only improves the efficiency of grant distribution but also fosters greater innovation and growth within blockchain ecosystems.

Impact

1 | Proof of Concept | Basic platform with core functionalities | 2 weeks| $3450
2 | Minimum Viable Product | Expanded features and initial templates | 3 weeks | $5385
3 | Alpha and Beta Testing | User feedback and platform adjustments | 4 weeks | $3459
4 | Full Scale Rollout | Complete platform launch and marketing | 2 months | $3459

Maintenance and Upgrade Plans

Post-launch, POMA will continue to maintain and upgrade the platform by adding new features, improving scalability, and enhancing security. The team will regularly update the platform based on user feedback and industry trends. Additionally, ongoing support will be provided to users, with dedicated teams for both B2B and B2C customers.

Team

Team Members

Paolo Medici, Co-Founder & CEO
Alessio Oriolo, Co-Founder & Business Developer
Giacomo Cavicchioli, CTO AI Specialist
Lorenzo Cella, Software Developer and AI Specialist

Team Member LinkedIn Profiles

Paolo Medici, Co-Founder & CEO: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paolo-medici-61238170/
Alessio Oriolo, Co-Founder & Business Developer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessio-oriolo/
Giacomo Cavicchioli, CTO AI Specialist: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giacomocavicchioli/
Lorenzo Cella, Software Developer and AI Specialist: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cella-lorenzo/

Team Website

https://www.pomaprotocol.com/

Relevant Experience

The POMA team brings a wealth of experience in blockchain, software development, and innovation consulting. The team's previous projects include partnerships with major blockchain foundations, such as Solana and Algorand, as well as participation in accelerator programs like Google for Startups and ESADE University's eWorks Accelerator. With this background, the team is well-equipped to build and scale the POMA platform, ensuring it meets the needs of the blockchain community.

Team code repositories

https://github.com/poma-protocol

Additional Information

How did you learn about the Open Grants Program? We learned about the program through being familiar with Filecoin and its works.
Best email address: [email protected]
Additional Information: We believe that POMA has the potential to revolutionize grant management in the blockchain space, and we are excited to bring this project to life with the support of the Open Grants Program.

[ErinOCon]

Hi @mattthowell1, thank you for your time with this proposal and for your patience with our review. Unfortunately, we will not be moving forward with a grant for this project. To contact our team with inquiries regarding our review or grants program, please send an email to [email protected].

Wishing you the best as you continue building!