The DAO Delegation Handbook V1
  • Introduction
  • Part 1: Structuring and Growing DAO Delegates
    • Summary
    • Understanding Delegation
    • The Strategic Value of Professional Delegates
    • Case Studies & Industry Benchmarks
      • 1inch
      • Uniswap
      • Push DAO
      • Optimism
      • Sky
      • Lido DAO
      • Gnosis DAO
      • Arbitrum
      • Aave
      • Rari DAO
      • Paraswap DAO
      • Polygon
      • Key Takeaways from Delegate Programs
    • Reframing Compensation
    • Effective Delegate Program Design
      • Delegation Infrastructure
      • Community Engagement & Visibility
      • Accountability & Performance Standards
      • Transparency & Reporting
      • Diversity & Governance Balance
    • Sustaining & Evolving Delegate Programs
    • Ready, Set, Delegate!
    • Appendices
      • Legal Considerations
      • FAQs
      • Glossary
      • Resources
      • Templates
      • Tutorials
  • Part 2: The Delegate´s Roadmap
    • Summary
    • Becoming a DAO Delegate
    • Getting Started: Laying the Foundation
    • Establishing Your Delegate Profile
    • Core Responsibilities of a Delegate
    • Essential Tools for DAO Delegates
    • Exemplary Delegate Practices and Case Studies
    • Scaling Your Impact as a Delegate
    • The Future of DAO Delegation
    • Appendices
      • Legal Considerations
      • FAQs
      • Glossary
      • Resources
      • Templates
      • Tutorials
  • About StableLab
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  • Overview
  • Compensation Structure & Eligibility
  • Governance & Oversight
  • Implementation Plan & Timeline
  • Key Takeaways
  1. Part 1: Structuring and Growing DAO Delegates
  2. Case Studies & Industry Benchmarks

Gnosis DAO

Overview

In May 2024, GnosisDAO launched its Delegate Program to improve governance participation, address quorum challenges, and strengthen decision-making. Co-authored by StableLab and Karpatkey, the program introduced structured delegation by allocating 5,000 GNO to ten selected delegates for six months.

The selection process involved a nomination phase followed by a weighted Snapshot vote. The program’s success will be evaluated at the end of the six-month period to determine potential adjustments or renewal.

Compensation Structure & Eligibility

Initial Program (May 2024 – Ongoing)

  • Budget: 50,000 GNO from the GnosisDAO Treasury

  • Compensation: 5,000 GNO delegation per selected delegate

  • Eligibility:

    • Minimum six months of active participation in GnosisDAO (forum, Discord)

    • Previous governance experience in GnosisDAO or another DAO (Snapshot/Tally history)

    • Minimum 70% voting participation

    • Public communication of all governance decisions on the Delegate Platform

    • Sponsorship option for nominees not meeting the activity requirement

Governance & Oversight

  • StableLab and Karpatkey served as program facilitators, ensuring governance standards were met

  • The structured delegation process diversified governance participation

  • Voting participation and communication KPIs were introduced to maintain engagement

  • The program aimed to increase governance efficiency and decentralization

Implementation Plan & Timeline

  • Q2 2024 – GIP-101 passed, nomination process opened, 18 applications received, Snapshot vote conducted

  • Q3 2024 – Delegates onboarded, program launched, participation monitoring initiated

  • Q4 2024 – Performance evaluation and governance impact assessment

  • Q1 2025 – DAO decision on program renewal or adjustments

Key Takeaways

  • GnosisDAO successfully introduced a structured delegation model, aligning with similar programs in Aave and 1inchDAO

  • The program addressed governance inefficiencies by expanding delegate participation

  • Voting and communication KPIs ensured accountability and engagement

  • A structured review process will determine the program’s long-term viability

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