Amplifr is a publishing platform that aims to help artists and media professionals save time and money on building, publishing, and optimizing their online presence. It provides tools for creating websites, newsletters, social media posts and push notifications to fans, as well as analytics to gain insights on performance. The founders claim their first customers are seeing twice the productivity using Amplifr. They plan to target DIY and indie artists and labels initially through music blogs and conferences. The monthly subscription plans start at $150 and they expect customers to stay for over a year. Their goal is to expand to the US and EU markets.
Having a killer web presence as an artist is more important now than ever before, and that grows truer by the day.
Your website is often someone’s first point of contact with your brand and art. It connects you with your audience, lets you share your songs and other media, offers a platform to sell your music, merch, and tickets, and a whole lot more.
So what does an effective artist site look like, and how can you ensure your is working efficiently and effectively for you?
In this free webinar, Dave Cool, Director of Artist & Industry Outreach at Bandzoogle, joins us to share fresh ideas and best practices that you can put to use right away to bolster your website and maximize its impact.
You’ll learn:
• What an effective artist site looks like
• Tools you can use to bolster your site
• How to maximize interest & traffic
• How to manage your website & web presence
• Things to avoid
...and much more.
http://bit.ly/2ko957Q
Aaron Fredrick Huston - Introduction to Marketing CapstoneAaron Huston
This was the capstone project for Introduction to Marketing and is an example of some of the fundamental knowledge I began to absorb at the beginning of January 2013. For more examples of work like this please refer to www.TriggaRik.com/marketing-consultant/
Having a killer web presence as an artist is more important now than ever before, and that grows truer by the day.
Your website is often someone’s first point of contact with your brand and art. It connects you with your audience, lets you share your songs and other media, offers a platform to sell your music, merch, and tickets, and a whole lot more.
So what does an effective artist site look like, and how can you ensure your is working efficiently and effectively for you?
In this free webinar, Dave Cool, Director of Artist & Industry Outreach at Bandzoogle, joins us to share fresh ideas and best practices that you can put to use right away to bolster your website and maximize its impact.
You’ll learn:
• What an effective artist site looks like
• Tools you can use to bolster your site
• How to maximize interest & traffic
• How to manage your website & web presence
• Things to avoid
...and much more.
http://bit.ly/2ko957Q
Aaron Fredrick Huston - Introduction to Marketing CapstoneAaron Huston
This was the capstone project for Introduction to Marketing and is an example of some of the fundamental knowledge I began to absorb at the beginning of January 2013. For more examples of work like this please refer to www.TriggaRik.com/marketing-consultant/
Алан Милц - один из лучших в мире специалистов по управлению денежными потоками.
Имея более 20 лет опыта работы на управляющих должностях в различных отраслях, включая финансовые услуги и производство, Алан Милц приобрел репутацию руководителя высшего уровня, ориентированного на нахождение решений любых задач. Основываясь на анализе критически важных показателей бизнеса, Алан особенно искусен в выявлении недостатков и потенциальных возможностей, выработке стратегий и внедрении соответствующих инновационных и экономически эффективных решений.
Как директор-основатель Inmatrix, разработал методики финансового анализа, которые стали международными стандартами для компаний, бухгалтерских фирм и банков. Эти методики используются в 22 странах более чем 20 тыс. клиентов и ведущими банками, включая NAB, ANZ, Commonwealth Bank, Westpac, Bangkok Bank, Maybank и Royal Bank of Canada. Также разработал более 200 бизнес планов для крупный акционерных компаний и частных фирм.
Регулярно выступает на форумах и обучающих программах для руководителей во всем мире. В течение своей карьеры Алан участвовал в управлении на всех уровнях и в различных направлениях, что позволяет ему вносить свой ценный вклад в развитие любой организации.
Краткая биография:
Родился в Южной Африке, в 1984 году окончил University of Cape Town и начал карьеру, работая бухгалтером. В 1988 году переехал в Австралию, где работал на компанию Esprit, затем в качестве правительственного консультанта участвовал в реструктуризации национального рынка одежды и обуви. В 1997 году основал компанию Inmatrix, разработавшую собственную методику финансового анализа и аналитический программный продукт Optimist, который используют более 50% банков, имеющих рейтинг AA. Параллельно с работой в Inmatrix является управляющим директором компании Pearl Finance, которая помогла своим клиентам привлечь заемные средства на общую сумму более $1,4 млрд.
http://www.mybiz.ru/alan-miltz/program.html
Ruby is the most flexible language out there, imposing no limitations on the developers, giving all the expressiveness possible. Or so we think. But there are languages pushing dynamic features and expressiveness far beyond what is possible in Ruby. Some are old, like Lisp and Smalltalk, some are just emerging, purely experimental languages, like Ioke or Newspeak. In this talk, we will take a look at some of these languages and what they can do that Ruby can't. What does it mean, to be homoiconic? How does a language without keywords work? Can I dispatch in more than one direction? And what is partial evaluation?
This presentation was prepared and delivered by Yvette Adams of The Creative Collective for AMPED (A Music Program Enabling Development). AMPED aims to assist young emerging musicians and artists aged between 15 and 30, young bands, musicians and music industry workers across the Sunshine Coast to develop their skills and professional opportunities in the music industry. The project is an initiative of the Queensland State Government through Arts Queensland’s A-venue program and delivered by the Sunshine Coast Regional Council.
The Deck I Used to Raise $1.7M for My Startup EarbitsJoey Flores
This is the final version of the deck that I was using to fundraise for Earbits after going through the Y Combinator program. You can read about my entire fundraising experience at:
https://joeyflores.com/2019/03/25-fundraising-tips-from-raising-a-1-7m-y-combinator-seed-round-part-1/
Алан Милц - один из лучших в мире специалистов по управлению денежными потоками.
Имея более 20 лет опыта работы на управляющих должностях в различных отраслях, включая финансовые услуги и производство, Алан Милц приобрел репутацию руководителя высшего уровня, ориентированного на нахождение решений любых задач. Основываясь на анализе критически важных показателей бизнеса, Алан особенно искусен в выявлении недостатков и потенциальных возможностей, выработке стратегий и внедрении соответствующих инновационных и экономически эффективных решений.
Как директор-основатель Inmatrix, разработал методики финансового анализа, которые стали международными стандартами для компаний, бухгалтерских фирм и банков. Эти методики используются в 22 странах более чем 20 тыс. клиентов и ведущими банками, включая NAB, ANZ, Commonwealth Bank, Westpac, Bangkok Bank, Maybank и Royal Bank of Canada. Также разработал более 200 бизнес планов для крупный акционерных компаний и частных фирм.
Регулярно выступает на форумах и обучающих программах для руководителей во всем мире. В течение своей карьеры Алан участвовал в управлении на всех уровнях и в различных направлениях, что позволяет ему вносить свой ценный вклад в развитие любой организации.
Краткая биография:
Родился в Южной Африке, в 1984 году окончил University of Cape Town и начал карьеру, работая бухгалтером. В 1988 году переехал в Австралию, где работал на компанию Esprit, затем в качестве правительственного консультанта участвовал в реструктуризации национального рынка одежды и обуви. В 1997 году основал компанию Inmatrix, разработавшую собственную методику финансового анализа и аналитический программный продукт Optimist, который используют более 50% банков, имеющих рейтинг AA. Параллельно с работой в Inmatrix является управляющим директором компании Pearl Finance, которая помогла своим клиентам привлечь заемные средства на общую сумму более $1,4 млрд.
http://www.mybiz.ru/alan-miltz/program.html
Ruby is the most flexible language out there, imposing no limitations on the developers, giving all the expressiveness possible. Or so we think. But there are languages pushing dynamic features and expressiveness far beyond what is possible in Ruby. Some are old, like Lisp and Smalltalk, some are just emerging, purely experimental languages, like Ioke or Newspeak. In this talk, we will take a look at some of these languages and what they can do that Ruby can't. What does it mean, to be homoiconic? How does a language without keywords work? Can I dispatch in more than one direction? And what is partial evaluation?
This presentation was prepared and delivered by Yvette Adams of The Creative Collective for AMPED (A Music Program Enabling Development). AMPED aims to assist young emerging musicians and artists aged between 15 and 30, young bands, musicians and music industry workers across the Sunshine Coast to develop their skills and professional opportunities in the music industry. The project is an initiative of the Queensland State Government through Arts Queensland’s A-venue program and delivered by the Sunshine Coast Regional Council.
The Deck I Used to Raise $1.7M for My Startup EarbitsJoey Flores
This is the final version of the deck that I was using to fundraise for Earbits after going through the Y Combinator program. You can read about my entire fundraising experience at:
https://joeyflores.com/2019/03/25-fundraising-tips-from-raising-a-1-7m-y-combinator-seed-round-part-1/
#artistTRANSFORM is an idea collectively, that we can have a greater impact, and transform ourselves as well as others, as a collective of independent artists.
What began this summer as a project called #artistENGAGE, we set out to develop a short workshop series designed to spark collaboration, dialogue and action within the local community of independent artists. We suspected and knew that independent artists faced significant challenges in today’s music environment.
#artistTRANSFORM is the next step in revolution of independent artists. This project specifically, is the first collaboration between Spectrum City B-Side Radio and #MassivelyEpic.
“One of the biggest challenges of being an independent artist, always has been and still is today, promotion and distribution of releases.”
#artistTRANSFORM is an outlet for artists, djs, producers and musicians to get involved with a larger crew through collaboration and creation of content.
The idea will launch on both Spectrum City B-Side Radio and #MassivelyEpic Radio Shows, with each show featuring mix sets of artists, producers and DJs from across boarders and generations. As we gain support and funding, we will continue to grow the platform to expand beyond digital radio, into events, showcases and mobile.
The goal of this collaboration is to bridge the gap between the generations of independent hip hop artists and fans through discovery and education around the culture, heritage, technology and progression of the art form.
Spectrum City B-Side Radio and Massively Epic Radio are weekly digital streaming shows on RAPstation.com, the worlds loudest rap station, hosted by independent artists – Keith Shocklee, DJ Journey and Ravin Dave.
Visit: http://artistTRANSFORM.com
An artist script is a written document that outlines the dialogue, actions, and overall vision for a performance art piece. This could include a play, a film, a dance, or any other performance art form. The script serves as a guide for the artists involved in the production, providing a framework for the performance.
2. The Problem
Web, the artist’s perspective:
• Good is expensive
• Publishing: lots of effort
• Tools for selling music
• Gathering stats
Existing tools are not good enough.
3. The Solution
• Publications: website, social networks, newsletters
• CRM: push, email, post to artist’s fans
• No limitations on design
• Mobile app without development
• Actionable stats
6. The Value
Amplifr saves musicians money
and time on building, publishing
and optimizing communications
on the web.
It helps the artist to sell more by
giving them an insight on how
well they perform and how can
they improve their marketing.
My team does the job
two times faster using
Amplifr.
Ksenia Bausheva,
CEO Prome Bakery
7. The Model
SaaS: monthly plans from $150 per month.
We are online in a private beta and have 10 early adopters who are
also experts in the industry.
Average monthly check so far is $120.
Customer lifetime is expected to be longer than a year.
8. Lots of compromises
Full stack solution
Partial solution, use /w other
tool to solve the problem
No compromises, works as
artists expect it to
9. US Market
With average monthly fee of $150 the market cap exceeds
1,2 billion dollars a year.
There were over 700 000
musician Facebook
pages in US in 2011.
More than 500 000
musicians in US were
using BandPage in 2011.
10. Customer Acquisition
We approach our customers face to face. We “hire” our customers
to be our experts who help us build an awesome product.
Right now we are in talks with Black Star Inc, Navigator Records and
Kruzheva Music.
Public launch is planned for 2013. We will invest in marketing,
extend to US and EU markets.
We estimate CAC to be $50 in our finance model.
11. Focus & Distribution
We focus on DIY and indie musicians and labels. To reach them, we
are going to use blogs, music tech conferences, our own educational
resources.
The model could be refocused though: Amplifr will work for media
people in sports, TV, politics and so on.
12. Team & Experts
CEO, Nate Gadgibalaev
Product manager of
Scalaxy and Evil Martians
COO, Alexander Tischenko
CEO & co-founder of Evil Martians
CTO, Yaroslav Markin
CTO & co-founder of
Evil Martians
Our awesome experts
Vladislav Leshkevich, Kasta
Russian chart topping hip-hop artist,
MTV RMA 2004, 2009, 2010, “MTV
Legend”, lots of other awards
Vlad Davydov, IKON
Top russian booking agency,
represents Universal Music in
Russia
Peter Shecksheev, media person
Musical and movie producer, top
Russian TV show producer (8
seasons running)
Alexey Rostocky, Navigator Records
Top russian record label, works with
DDT, Splin, Zvery bands
Alexey Kosov, Assai
Indie alternative hip-hop
musician, runs his band
for living
13. What’s Next
We need advisors in marketing and distribution.
We’re in talks with FUGA to open content distribution to the public.
We’re working on iOS and Android apps feature to our customers.
We are extending to new markets (US and EU, and we need advisors
to do that).
We are raising seed round.