Making Meetups Fun & Sustainable: Bitcoin Bay | Ep. 008
By Reed & Rev Hodl
Aired Apr 22, 2026 · 1h 27m · Last boosted 11d ago
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Reed and Rev sit down with Liz and Wesley of Bitcoin Bay to talk about building a circular economy across the Tampa / St. Pete area, turning a local meetup into a full-blown 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and why designing events around locals, nomads, and non-Bitcoiner spouses can transform the gravity of a local scene. Liz shares how throwing creative events like Hodlween and Bitcoin Rocks pulls in people who'd never walk into a bar meetup, while Wesley breaks down the benefits and challenges of going nonprofit and why organizers shouldn't be shy about charging for workshops. The conversation closes with takeaways...
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This was a great episode especially for anyone considering a 501c3 non-profit for their meetup 🔥🔥
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Love this series, keep it up guys! From London, UK. Shout out to Si and TheMeetupBreakdown - Si reports all the upcoming UK meetups each week and supports new meetups being made here in the UK too.
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NM I should have just kept listening haha
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What if Meetups doubled as community fundraisers? Structured as a non-profit partnering with local businesses to host events benefiting that community. As a way to marry Bitcoin and community ?
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So great to hear these success stories and brilliant meetup/circular economy ideas
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Great Rip!