Block by Block: Building a Crypto Community with Doug Mehne
From FCAT Crypto Brief™ by Fidelity Center for Applied Technology
December 10, 2025 · 31 min · Episode 109
About this episode
Doug Mehne discusses the essentials of building strong blockchain communities and the role of collaboration and education in fostering growth.
In this episode of FCAT Crypto Brief™, we sit down with Doug Mehne, Chair of the Boston Blockchain Association, to explore what it really takes to build strong blockchain communities—both locally and globally. From fostering collaboration across traditional finance and digital assets to creating spaces for candid conversations, Doug shares how intentional programming, education, and advocacy are driving adoption and innovation. We discuss the pillars of community building, the roles played by universities and industry collaborators, and why shared experiences in a sometimes unpredictable ecosystem create a unique culture of support. Whether you’re crypto-curious or a seasoned builder, this conversation offers insights into how networks grow, scale, and thrive—on-chain and IRL. Episode Topics: [0:00] Intro [1:30] News Rundown [5:56] About Doug & the BBA [10:14] Building Community on-Chain [13:07] Programming Overview [17:47] Getting Involved [20:24] Why Boston? [28:39] Final Thoughts & Outro Stay connected with us beyond the podcast by following FCAT on, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X, where we share additional insights and updates on all things emerging tech. Whether you're…
People in this episode
Host: Fidelity Center for Applied Technology
Guest: Doug Mehne
Topics covered
- blockchain communities
- collaboration
- education
- advocacy
- community building
- network growth
Keywords
- blockchain
- community building
- crypto
- collaboration
- education
- advocacy
- Boston
- network growth
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Boston Blockchain Association
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