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Moving forward, attendees posited that projects need to be more proactive about their strategies, particularly in pursuing external investment instead of relying wholly on the DHF. Some highlighted successful initiatives such as VSC, which are framing their funding requests around liquidity solutions rather than direct capital injections, showcasing an understanding of market dynamics.
Elmer's call to stress the need for skin in the game reflected a burgeoning desire for accountability, urging project leaders to reduce reliance on DHF funding and instead invest in their ventures to demonstrate commitment.