Blockchain by Women is kicking off its inaugural meetup event today in San Francisco, California, which will include panel discussions among influential women in the industry.

“We are excited to be hosting three highly accomplished speakers who are very successful and knowledgeable in the blockchain space,” says Marzanne DeLoof, Co-Founder of Blockchain by Women.

“Our event being oversubscribed speaks to the needs and demands for events championing women in the ecosystem,” adds DeLoof. “We are proud and excited to be serving this community.”

The group’s mission

The group claims its mission is “to build a community, support a network that shares knowledge, resources, the latest trends and foster relationships that lead to lasting companies”.

“The focus is not a single meetup but a movement in the blockchain field to break down barriers and increase diversity,” it says in a press release. “A community that showcases some of the fantastic work and success stories women in this industry have created and achieved.”