GMX Labs Leadership Update

Summary This proposal outlines GMX Labs organizational evolution and lays the foundation for an upcoming DAO vote. GMX Labs has supported the development and operation of the GMX protocol over the years. During this period, the protocol has grown significantly, and the contributor team has evolved from a small, highly autonomous group into a larger, multi-functional organization.

While the early-stage, flat, founder-driven structure worked well initially, it has become increasingly challenging to scale as the team expanded and the competitive landscape of perpetual DEXs matured. To continue supporting the protocol effectively, GMX Labs must evolve toward a clearer, more accountable, and better-aligned organizational model.

Motivation

The GMX Labs team has identified several cha