May 13th, 2026

May 13th, 2026

Marketing sync Gemini notes

Invited Anuar Ustayev Daniela Popova rufus@lifeitself.org Yoana Popova Rufus Pollock Aleksandra Rubaj Monika Popova

Attachments Marketing sync

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Summary

Meeting documented project progress via marketing strategies and AI automation workflows across several technical development initiatives.

Meeting Documentation and Strategy
Team shifted from AI-generated meeting records to manual Google documents for improved consistency. This change ensures permanent records.

Technical Projects and Automation
Updates were shared on cross-posting projects and CRM prototypes using Claude extensions. Work continues on data hub content and AI adoption ownership.

Initiative and Newsletter Planning
Discussions centered on anchoring initiatives for May and clarifying brand identity for upcoming newsletter communications. World Cup datasets are now ready for release.

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ALIGNED

  • Google Docs adopted for meeting notes The team will switch to using simple Google Docs for meeting notes to improve structure and accessibility, with the designated note-taker responsible for moving content to the repository.

  • Transition to AI-based CRM layer The team will forgo traditional CRM software in favor of using an AI-based layer (Claude) to manage existing data and automate CRM-related tasks.

  • AI adoption initiative ownership assigned Anuar will take formal ownership of the AI adoption initiative to streamline exploration and implementation of efficient AI workflows.

  • World Cup marketing anchor confirmed for May The team will execute the World Cup theme as the primary marketing anchor initiative for May.

  • Monthly Dtopian newsletter cadence set The publication cadence for the Dtopian newsletter is set to a monthly schedule.

Next steps

  • [Yoana Popova] Manage Meeting Notes: Create and maintain meeting notes in a simple Google Doc. Move these notes into the central repository after each session.
  • [Daniela Popova] Share Repository: Provide the team with the link to the LinkedIn to Meta cross-posting repository.
  • [Daniela Popova] Share AI Prompts: Post the specific tools and prompts used for image generation into the team chat.
  • [Daniela Popova] Setup Funnel: Review the provided form and complete the configuration of the marketing funnel.
  • [Monika Popova] Improve CRM: Perform a second iteration of the current AI-based CRM prototype to add better structure.
  • [Anuar Ustayev] Export Recordings: Extract and share the Upwork meeting recordings for the team.
  • [Daniela Popova, Anuar Ustayev] Define Strategy: Provide direction on Datopian branding and positioning to guide future communications.
    • Agreed: We keep supporting and reposting anything CKAN-related, and we still maintain our data portals comms. At an agreed place/time, we have a dedicated place in the Newsletter or maybe every second Friday or maybe a dedicated section where we talk re our AI experiments etc.

Details

  • Meeting Documentation and Strategy: The team identified a need for better structure and consistency in meeting documentation, as members expressed difficulty remembering the purpose of syncs and locating previous records (00:00:00). Yoana Popova raised concerns about the over-reliance on artificial intelligence software like Granola, which they noted lacks permanence and makes finding notes difficult (00:01:37). After discussing the benefits of traditional methods, the group decided that Yoana Popova will act as the document master for future meetings, using a simple Google document to capture notes, which will then be transferred to the repository (00:06:52).

  • Marketing Portfolio Progress: Daniela Popova introduced the current state of the marketing initiatives, explaining that the team is ensuring all active projects are listed on the portfolio tree and linked to relevant issues. The group consensus is to use each meeting to highlight individual progress on these initiatives and share learnings, with a dedicated parking lot for discussion points that arise during the session (00:08:09).

  • LinkedIn to Meta Cross-Posting Project: Daniela Popova shared their progress on the LinkedIn to Meta cross-posting project, which aims to automate the distribution of content to Instagram and Facebook (00:09:54). They developed a version 0.1 of this project using a GitHub job that runs daily at 9:00 AM, which checks for non-posted content in Notion, handles media attachments, and formats captions (00:11:37). Daniela Popova noted that they are iterating on the visual quality using OpenAI, with an estimated cost of 0.017 dollars per image generation, and they plan to continue improving the workflow for images, videos, and memes (00:15:01).

  • Flash Hub Funnel Setup: Daniela Popova reported dissatisfaction with the progress of the Flash Hub project due to slow communication, but noted that the team finally shared next steps. They have prioritized setting up a funnel that includes an instant form to qualify leads from video advertisements, which they intend to review and implement immediately (00:19:25).

  • Request for Visuals and Tools: Yoana Popova requested that Daniela Popova share details regarding the tools and prompts used to generate the recent high-quality visuals on Instagram, excluding the memes. Yoana Popova explained that this information would help them coordinate with Bina to improve the team's visual style (00:22:25).

  • CRM Automation Prototype: Monika Popova provided an update on their search for a CRM solution, noting that previous tools were not suitable for the team's data structure (00:24:01). They have decided to move away from traditional CRM tools and are instead using a Claude extension to create a CRM layer over existing systems (00:25:34) (00:33:57). Monika Popova has successfully tested this approach on approximately 30 to 50 issues, automating the process of reading emails and updating GitHub issues with statuses, due dates, and task lists (00:27:27).

  • CRM and GitHub Workflow Integration: The team discussed the functionality of the new CRM prototype, with Daniela Popova noting the efficiency of having the system scan emails to update GitHub issues and metadata (00:30:46). They also discussed the potential to improve GitHub notification management by automatically pinning relevant team members when an action is required, though they agreed that focusing on KPI and metric reports is premature until the repository data is fully up to date (00:32:16).

  • Data Hub Content Calendar and Cost Efficiency: Anuar Ustayev reported on their progress with the Data Hub content calendar, noting a strategic shift to reduce reliance on token-intensive tools like Claude. They are transitioning to using the Vercel agent browser to control Chrome and building a CLI to automate processes that do not require AI, with the goal of using lighter, cost-effective models from Cloudflare (00:35:25).

  • Upwork Lead Status: Anuar Ustayev shared that they have received responses from three leads on Upwork regarding AI agent projects (00:37:35). These projects involve in-house AI agents for Mac Studio, outreach automation, and Shopify website automation; while Anuar Ustayev is currently in negotiations and discussions with these clients, no contracts have been signed yet (00:39:19).

  • Ownership of AI Adoption Initiative: Daniela Popova suggested that Anuar Ustayev officially own the AI adoption initiative, as they have been actively exploring and sharing knowledge with the team. Anuar Ustayev agreed to take ownership and confirmed they are regularly sharing their findings with the team (00:40:58).

  • Team Scheduling and Meeting Logistics: The team briefly discussed scheduling issues regarding a Friday meeting with Dominic, noting that personal "no meeting" policies had caused automatic declines (00:42:18). It was decided that if essential members are available, they can proceed with the meeting and record it for others to review later (00:43:42).

  • Anchor Initiative and Newsletter Positioning: Yoana Popova provided an update on the anchor initiative, noting that the April objectives for Data Hub, Flower Show, and PortJS Cloud did not go as planned, and these efforts are moving to May (00:43:42). Yoana Popova also expressed confusion regarding the positioning of Dtopian in the upcoming newsletter, given the mix of SEC 20th Anniversary celebrations and technical project updates. They requested clarity from Daniela Popova and Anuar Ustayev on how to define the Dtopian brand identity to improve communication strategy (00:46:53).

  • SEC Stewardship and Narrative: Yoana Popova highlighted their work on SEC stewardship, emphasizing the importance of establishing a narrative arc about the role of SEC in the era of AI. They confirmed that regular meetings are ongoing with the SEC 20th Anniversary team, including John Tvat and Steven, to coordinate planned actions (00:48:59).

  • World Cup Data Set Progress: Aleksandra Rubaj reported on the World Cup data set, which they developed as part of the May and June marketing anchor moment delegated by Anuar Ustayev. They confirmed the data set is ready, verified its license as CC BY 4.0, and have submitted a pull request including free data views to enhance its utility (00:50:53).

  • Meeting Conclusion: Daniela Popova confirmed they would update the meeting notes and push them to the repository, and the team members confirmed the locations of previous notes (00:54:06).

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Marketing sync Granola notes from Daniela

Wed, 13 May 26 · anuar.ustayev@datopian.com, rufus@lifeitself.org, yoana.popova@datopian.com, rufus.pollock@datopian.com, aleksandra.rubaj@datopian.com, monika.popova@datopian.com

Meeting Structure & Documentation

  • Team struggling with consistent meeting note capture and storage
    • Granola notes exist but scattered across different locations
    • Previous meeting notes from April 29th found, but last week’s missing
    • Rufus suggests simple Google Doc approach vs. fragmented AI tools
  • Daniela volunteers as document master for future meetings
    • Will use Google Doc for live capture
    • Notes will be transferred to marketing repository afterward
  • Anuar proposes AI agent automation for note processing
    • Simple task requiring minimal setup
    • Could eliminate manual note management overhead

Marketing Automation Projects

  • Daniela’s LinkedIn cross-posting system (Version 0.1)
    • GitHub job runs daily at 9am checking Notion calendar
    • Automatically generates Instagram/Facebook content from LinkedIn posts
    • Creates custom cover images using OpenAI ($0.017 per generation)
    • Sends email with formatted content and attachments
    • Special handling for memes, videos, and Datopian vs PortalJS content
    • Missing professional PortalJS logo (currently using typhoon emoji)
  • Flashcard project update
    • Previous progress slow and unsatisfactory
    • New instant form provided for funnel qualification
    • Next steps: Review form and set up Typeform funnel

CRM & Process Automation

  • Monika testing Claude as CRM replacement
    • Traditional CRM tools proved inadequate for current data structure
    • Claude Chrome extension integrated with Gmail, GitHub, Google Drive
    • Automated workflows tested on 30-50 existing issues
  • Current capabilities:
    • Scans inbox for prospect opportunities with existing GitHub issues
    • Updates issue status, stage, due dates automatically
    • Identifies required next actions and updates task lists
    • Posts summary comments in GitHub issues
  • Limitations: Runs once daily (not hourly scheduling available)
  • Future considerations: Notification system for actionable items needed

Content & Business Development Updates

  • Anuar’s cost optimization focus
    • Switching from Claude to Agent Browser (Vercel) for token efficiency
    • Building CLI approach to reduce unnecessary AI usage
    • Testing Cloudflare models for lighter text generation tasks
  • Three active Upwork leads in discussion
    1. In-house AI agent for Mac Studio processes
    2. Outreach automation using AI agents
    3. Shopify website automation
  • Yoana’s anchor initiative challenges
    • April anchor moments (civic/research data portals) moved to May
    • Video walkthrough production issues with Stephen and Willem
    • Datopian newsletter positioning unclear given limited CKAN focus
  • Aleksandra completed World Cup dataset
    • All existing datasets updated and verified
    • Created pull request with three data views
    • License requires attribution but acceptable terms

Chat with meeting transcript: https://notes.granola.ai/t/a7f50bc6-5456-4476-8b94-422c870db158-00demib2

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