Pre-Summit Dubai "I'm On A Boat" Memorable Event

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Ben Gordon

[GENERAL] Email address of main applicant

bgordon@tangent.art

Additional applicants

Clint Alexander

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

2

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language.

No

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.” .

No dependencies

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

Yes

[GENERAL] If NO, please describe which outputs are not going to be open source. If YES, please write “Project will be fully open source.”

Project will be fully open source

[METADATA] Category of proposal

Events

[IMPACT] Please describe your proposed solution.

Our solution is to host a Pre-Summit Dubai "I'm On A Boat" Networking Event offering Cardano conference attendees a unique and memorable experience, fostering connections, maximizing their time in Dubai, and enhancing their overall satisfaction with the Cardano ecosystem.

• 70 Persons Capacity
• 6 Hour Voyage
• Day + Night (Sunset Trip)
• Views of Burj Al Arab, Marina, Palm Jumeriah, Atlantis

The breakdown of ticket allocation would be as such:

25% Cardano SPO's

25% Cardano Community Members

25% Cardano Developers & Team Leads

25% Non-Cardano Dubai Based Cryptocurrency Industry Heavyweights

(Helion Ventures, Ton Network, LBANK, Coinstore etc. + more)

[IMPACT] How does your proposed solution address the challenge and what benefits will this bring to the Cardano ecosystem?

Our event directly addresses the challenge of the lack of opportunities to create a memorable experience for Cardano conference attendees. The unique nature of the event, being hosted on a boat in Dubai, generates interest and buzz regarding the Cardano ecosystem. This heightened exposure attracts attention to the Cardano project, its participants, and the innovative solutions being developed within the ecosystem. Representatives from various blockchain projects, industry leaders and organizations can connect and discuss possible synergies and collaberations.

[IMPACT] How do you intend to measure the success of your project?

We will measure the success of our project by evaluating attendee feedback through post-event surveys, tracking the number of meaningful connections made during the event, monitoring collaboration outcomes and assessing the level of participant satisfaction. Additionally, we will gauge the event's impact on subsequent partnerships formed, innovations developed and the overall growth and visibility of the Cardano ecosystem within the MENA region & Dubai specifically.

[IMPACT] Please describe your plans to share the outputs and results of your project?

After the event, we will make a detailed report enlightening on the successful delivery of the event. We will share this report with the Cardano community, industry attendees and relevant organizations both online and physically at the Cardano Summit 2023 a fews days later. We will also use social media to share highlights, photos, and what participants have to say. We shall organize webinars or panel discussions later both during and post event to share what we learned with a wide audience, both inside and outside the Cardano community.

We will have a dedicated video team on board who will capture the event's highlights, interviews with attendees and the overall atmosphere. These videos will be edited and shared through various channels, including social media platforms and during the Summit. By utilizing video content we hope to be allowing a wider audience to experience the excitement and networking opportunities that took place on board.

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability?

With the successful completion and launch of past Catalyst proposals (we were successfully funded and closed out past proposal during F9), we have a proven track record of delivering projects with trust and accountability. Our capability to maintain these standards is grounded in our experience as a team, full time 9 strong, transparent communication - be it in Town Hall breakouts of elsewhere, community engagement - 5k + active community, adherence to timelines and commitment to continuous improvement. The team is also active in the Cardano community and has deployed their Liquidity Farming and NFT Staking app to mainnet (no small feat). This dapp is live at: https://app.tangent.art. We want to stress that we are a full time team with commitments to build on Cardano.

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] What are the main goals for the project and how will you validate if your approach is feasible?

GOALS:

• Facilitate Meaningful Connections: Our primary goal is to provide a platform for conference attendees to connect with industry peers, thought leaders and potential collaborators.
• Create a Memorable Experience: We strive to deliver a unique and unforgettable experience for participants. By hosting the event on a boat in Dubai, surrounded by stunning views and a lively atmosphere, we aim to leave a lasting impression and provide attendees with an enjoyable and memorable networking experience.
• Maximize Engagement: We aim to maximize attendee engagement by offering a range of networking activities, discussions, and opportunities for interaction. We want participants to actively participate, share insights, exchange ideas, and build relationships that extend beyond the event.

FEASIBILITY:

• Assess Venue and Logistics: We will evaluate the availability of suitable boat venues in Dubai and assess the logistics involved in hosting the event. This will include considering factors such as boat capacity, safety measures, catering, and transportation logistics.
• Participant Interest and Feedback: To validate the feasibility of our approach, we will gauge participant interest through pre-event surveys and registration numbers. Additionally, we will actively seek feedback from attendees during and after the event to assess their level of satisfaction and the overall success of our approach.

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] Please provide a detailed breakdown of your project’s milestones and each of the main tasks or activities to reach the milestone plus the expected timeline for the delivery.

Milestone 1: Event Planning and Preparation

• Secure a suitable boat company in Dubai
• Develop a comprehensive event plan, budget, and marketing strategy
• Finalize contracts, permits, and insurance
• 
  

Milestone 2: Marketing and Promotion

• Create an event registration portal
• Develop a marketing strategy, including social media and newsletters
• Design promotional materials
• Launch marketing campaigns and collaborate with Dubai non-Cardano partners
• 
  

Milestone 3: Event Execution

• Manage attendee registration and communication
• Coordinate logistic and setup
• Ensure participant safety and compliance
• Facilitate networking activities and discussions
• Capture event highlights through photography and videography
• 
  

Milestone 4: Post-Event Analysis and Reporting

• Collect attendee feedback and evaluations
• Analyze participant feedback and event data
• Create a comprehensive post-event report
• Share event highlights and participant testimonials
• Organize follow-up webinars or panel discussions

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] Please describe the deliverables, outputs and intended outcomes of each milestone.

Milestone 1: Event Planning and Preparation

• Deliverables: Secured boat company agreement, comprehensive event plan and finalized contracts.
• Outputs: Detailed event logistics plan, completed contracts and permits.
• Intended Outcomes: Well-organized event with smooth logistics and secured partnerships.

Milestone 2: Marketing and Promotion

• Deliverables: Event registration portal, marketing strategy, promotional materials, collaborations with Dubai partners.
• Outputs: User-friendly registration portal, executed marketing campaigns, visually appealing materials, partnerships with Dubai partners.
• Intended Outcomes: Increased event visibility, attendee engagement, and interest from Dubai partners.

Milestone 3: Event Execution

• Deliverables: Managed registration and communication, coordinated logistics and setup, ensured safety, facilitated networking, captured event highlights.
• Outputs: Efficient registration and communication, seamless logistics, safety compliance, engaging networking, professional event visuals.
• Intended Outcomes: Successful event experience, positive feedback, valuable connections within Cardano ecosystem.

Milestone 4: Post-Event Analysis and Reporting

• Deliverables: Collected feedback, analyzed data, post-event report, shared highlights, organized follow-up discussions.
• Outputs: Feedback analysis, comprehensive report, shared event highlights, follow-up discussions.
• Intended Outcomes: Evaluation of event impact, lessons learned, knowledge dissemination, continued community engagement.

[RESOURCES & VALUE FOR MONEY] Please provide a detailed budget breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

Venue and Logistics:

Boat rental fee: 10,000 ₳

Event setup and decoration: 3,000 ₳

Audiovisual equipment (DJ): 2,000 ₳

Transportation arrangements: 1,000 ₳

Insurance and permits: 1,000 ₳

Marketing and Promotion:

Social media advertising and influencers: 3,000 ₳

Design and production of promotional materials: 1,000 ₳

Newsletter and email marketing campaigns: 1,000 ₳

Attendee Experience:

Catering and beverages: 5,000 ₳

Networking activities and entertainment: 2,500 ₳

Attendee registration system: 1,000 ₳

Event staff and security: 2,000 ₳

Documentation and Reporting:

Professional photography and videography: 2,000 ₳

Post-event report creation: 1,000 ₳

Miscellaneous:

Contingency fund: 2,000 ₳

Total Budget: 37,500 ₳

[RESOURCES & VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

The cost of the event should be seen as an investment rather than an expense. The event's success in attracting attention for our chain, forging partnerships and enhancing Cardano's reputation can yield significant returns - especially as Cardano expands within the crypto friendly region. These returns may include increased adoption, potential collaborations, additional investments and heightened interest in Cardano's projects and solutions.

[IMPORTANT NOTE] The Applicant agreed to Fund10 rules and also that data in the Submission Form and other data provided by the project team during the course of the project will be publicly available.

I Accept