Name: Blockchain 101: A Non-Technical Introduction [partner event]
Start: 2025-11-12T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Midtown

Curious about crypto, blockchain, and the future of the internet?

**Join us for the monthly Grand Rapids Blockchain social!**

Whether you’re deep in the space or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming group to swap ideas, meet builders, and spark good conversation.

**Event details:**
📍 SpeakEZ Lounge - 600 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
📅 Monday November 10 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm EST
🍻 Snacks and refreshments provided by Stand With Crypto
💬 All are welcome. Please don’t promote tokens or solicit investments without consent.

If you're interested in thoughtful discussions beyond the headlines, then this is the event for you.

**Sponsored by Stand With Crypto**
[https://www.standwithcrypto.org/](https://www.standwithcrypto.org/)

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You're invited to a special partner event hosted by Detroit Blockchain Collective!
**To reserve your spot, and to get the exact event location, you must register on our partner's event page [on Luma](https://luma.com/gb7nz0ad).**

**Event Description:**
We’re thrilled to welcome Michigan State University Professor Dar Meshi as our guest speaker! This is a rare chance to learn directly from a leading researcher at the intersection of psychology, technology, and Web3.

**BLOCKCHAIN 101**
​Blockchain, crypto, NFTs, and Web3 are everywhere right now—from news headlines to everyday conversations. But what do they actually mean, and why do they matter? This talk will give you the foundation to finally make sense of the buzz and see how these technologies are changing the world around us.
​In this talk, you’ll gain insight into:

* ​What blockchain really is (without the tech jargon)
* ​Explore how this new tech will change the internet as we know it.
* ​How it allows us to own digital assets, like our online data and so much more.
* ​Why this technology is changing commerce, reshaping the way we shop, connect, and interact online and offline.

​Whether you’re simply curious, exploring new career skills, or want to finally understand what your friends keep talking about, this talk will give you the clarity and confidence to join the conversation. Bring your questions, this will be a friendly and inclusive talk!

**NETWORKING**
​Come network with Detroit's vibrant Web3 community, and get to know industry leaders over **complimentary food and drinks!**

**FEATURED SPEAKER**
​[Dar Meshi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/darmeshi/) is an Associate Professor in the Department of Advertising and Public Relations at Michigan State University. He investigates the psychology of technology use, primarily focusing on the use of social media platforms, as well as the use of web3. Dar earned his B.S. in biology from the University of California at Los Angeles, and his Ph.D. from Columbia University in New York.

**EVENT HOST**
[Elizabeth Hansson](https://x.com/ElizabethHa)
[Detroit Blockchain Collective](https://www.linkedin.com/company/detroitblockchain/) Founder & Executive Director
Stand With Crypto Michigan President
Elizabeth created the Detroit Blockchain Collective with the purpose of fostering blockchain innovation in Michigan through grassroots community and education. She is a digital asset advocate, ecosystem builder, and technology strategist with a background in decentralized systems and software engineering.

**THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR!**
​[Stand With Crypto](https://www.standwithcrypto.org/) is a national non-profit uniting crypto advocates through advocacy, education, and grassroots engagement!

**[HART Inc](https://hartinc.com/)** — now in Detroit, a full-service, independent brand transformation agency that propels businesses forward.

LOCATION
​Exact Location in Detroit to be announced on [Luma](https://luma.com/gb7nz0ad).

**To reserve your spot, please make sure to [RSVP on Luma](https://luma.com/gb7nz0ad)!**

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