Question 1

Who is replacing Summer Mersinger at the Blockchain Association?

Accepted Answer

Kristin Smith, the association's founding leader, returns as interim CEO on October 17.

Question 2

Is Kristin Smith leaving the Solana Policy Institute?

Accepted Answer

No. Smith keeps her role as Solana Policy Institute president and takes on the association job on top of it.

Question 3

Why is the leadership change happening now?

Accepted Answer

The change comes about a week after the Senate failed to advance the Clarity Act on September 15.

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