Effective Delegate Program Design

Now that you’ve seen why professional delegates are essential and explored how other DAOs have approached delegate programs, it’s time to design a solution tailored to your DAO.

Delegate programs often start as pilot tests, typically lasting 3-6 months. This allows your DAO to assess the program, evaluate its effectiveness, and make adjustments. At the end of the pilot, a detailed review examines delegate participation, proposal quality, and community satisfaction. If successful, the program can be scaled and formalized to fit your DAO’s needs.

Let’s break down how to build a delegate program that strengthens governance and ensures long-term success.