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BLCK UNICRN At BruinTank and The UCLA Anderson Startup Career Fair | Join Us!
Empowering Innovation and Diversity in Tech: Experience the Future with BLCK UNICRN
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We're excited to share that BLCK UNICRN has been selected as a finalist in the UCLA Bruin Tank competition. This unique event, reminiscent of Shark Tank, offers finalist teams the opportunity to pitch their groundbreaking ideas to a panel of esteemed judges from top venture capital firms, including Soma Capital and Alpha Intelligence Capital. If you're in the LA area, we'd love for you to join us. For more details and to support us, visit: Event Details.
Connecting with Future Innovators: UCLA Anderson Startup Career Fair
The excitement doesn't stop at Bruin Tank! BLCK UNICRN is also set to participate in the UCLA Anderson School of Management Startup Career Fair this Thursday. It's an excellent opportunity for us to share our journey, connect with passionate founders from the UCLA Anderson community, and explore new opportunities to make an impact. More details below:
Date: Thursday, February 29th
Location: Gold Hall, 110 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90095
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Our Commitment to Talent and Innovation
Over the past year, BLCK UNICRN has been dedicated to discovering and nurturing talent. We've welcomed over 60 interns from California's finest institutions, including the University of California, Berkeley, University of Southern California, and UCLA, into our unique rotational program. This program allows interns to immerse themselves in different aspects of our business, driving our growth and making meaningful contributions.
Our interns have not only enriched our team but have also moved on to impressive roles at industry giants such as Amazon, The Walt Disney Company, and Warner Bros. Discovery. Their success stories are a testament to the vibrant, opportunity-rich environment we've cultivated at BLCK UNICRN.
Join Us on Our Continued Journey
As we celebrate these exciting milestones, we invite our community to join us at both the Bruin Tank and the UCLA Anderson Startup Career Fair. Your support inspires us to keep pushing the boundaries of innovation and diversity in the tech industry. Let's forge ahead, together, building the future of immersive experiences.
Here's to embracing diversity, fostering innovation, and celebrating every step of our journey together.
With gratitude,
The BLCK UNICRN Team
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Hi BLCK UNICRN Family,
As hearts filled the air and love became the universal language, we at BLCK UNICRN wish you a Happy Valentine's Day! We hope this day brought joy, love, and warmth to you and your loved ones. ๐
In the spirit of connection and innovation, we're thrilled to share some exciting developments and upcoming events where BLCK UNICRN is set to shine:
Entertainment Experience Expo Extravaganza
We marked our calendars, and BLCK UNICRN truly made a splash at the Entertainment Experience Expo. This event served as a gathering place for real estate developers, immersive experience creators, and entertainment powerhouses like Netflix. It was a melting pot of innovation, providing a unique platform for those shaping the future of immersive entertainment. We were there, showcasing our innovative blend of music, technology, and storytelling. Attendees got a firsthand look at the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry and saw how BLCK UNICRN is leading the charge in the next wave of immersive entertainment experiences. ๐๐ญ
Introducing: "Celebrating Diversity in Innovation" Immersive Music Experience
In line with our commitment to fostering inclusivity and diversity, we're excited to announce a brand-new immersive experience: "Celebrating Diversity in Innovation - A BLCK UNICRN Immersive Journey." This experience is designed to honor the contributions of people of color in the tech industry, highlighting the impact of diversity on innovation. Through interactive storytelling, AR, and VR, participants will embark on a journey that celebrates achievements and inspires future generations. Sign up for tickets here. ๐
As we continue to grow and evolve, your support fuels our passion for creating meaningful, immersive experiences that connect and inspire. We're excited for what the future holds and grateful to have you with us on this journey.
Let's make 2024 a year of love, innovation, and celebration of diversity. Thank you for being a part of the BLCK UNICRN family.
Until Next Time Friends,
Roy Midas
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Hello BLCK UNICRN Family,
We're buzzing with excitement and couldn't wait to share this news with our amazing community. This week marks a significant milestone for us, and we're thrilled to invite you to join us in these fantastic endeavors!
๐ Expert Dojo Startup Arena - Today, January 18, 2024 Kicking off today, we're stepping onto the prestigious stage of the Expert Dojo Startup Arena in Santa Monica. This event is more than just a pitching competition; it's a hub of innovation and networking, bringing together investors, startups, and thought leaders. We'll be presenting our vision in the semifinals and, hopefully, battling it out in the finals. The day concludes with a Tech Happy Hour, promising a lively atmosphere for further networking and relaxation. ๐น Event Details and Registration
๐ฎ Two Bit Circus Beta Night - Thursday, January 25 The excitement continues next Thursday at Two Bit Circus Beta Night. This event is the epitome of interactive fun, where we'll be unveiling our newest immersive experience alongside the local developer community. It's a night for free-to-play beta test games, and we're counting on your valuable feedback to make our offerings even better. This gathering is a testament to creativity, innovation, and the power of community. ๐น๏ธ Join the Beta Night
At BLCK UNICRN, pushing the boundaries of immersive experiences is our passion, and participating in these events allows us to showcase our work while gaining invaluable insights. We're eager to share our journey with you and learn alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.
๐ Be a Part of Our Journey We would love for you to be a part of these events. Whether you're cheering us on at the Startup Arena or playing and providing feedback at Beta Night, your presence and support mean the world to us.
So, if you're in the area, come join us! Let's explore these incredible opportunities together and continue to revolutionize the world of immersive entertainment.
Stay tuned for more exciting updates from BLCK UNICRN. Let's make this journey unforgettable!
Cheers,
Roy Midas
#BLCKUNICRN #ExpertDojo #StartupArena #TwoBitCircus #BetaNight #TechInnovation #Networking #SantaMonica
๐๐ถ Exciting news for the creative souls and music enthusiasts in our community! We are thrilled to announce the dawn of a new era of artistic connection with our innovative platform, BLCK UNICRN Live!
Having already hosted over 100 immersive music experiences, BLCK UNICRN Live is gearing up to unveil 2 more revolutionary new experiences this January. For those of you in Los Angeles, get ready to be part of something truly extraordinary at our Silver Lake location.
But the magic isn't confined to LA! Artists looking to craft their own immersive stories, as well as fans beyond the city limits, can engage with our vibrant digital hub from anywhere in the world.
Join us as we venture into uncharted territories of artistic expression and fan interaction. This is your invitation to be part of the movement thatโs transforming the landscape of music and art.
๐๐ถ [Dive in and discover more at www.blckunicrnlive.com]
Until Next Time Friends,
Roy Midas
๐๐ Exciting Midpoint Update from BLCK UNICRN via our UCLA Anderson School of Management Business Creation Capstone! ๐๐
We've just hit a pivotal moment in our Capstone project at UCLA Anderson, and I'm thrilled to share the incredible progress of BLCK UNICRN. It's been an enriching journey with some key milestones:
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Willingness to Pay and Product Enhancement: We've successfully gauged the market's readiness to pay for our unique immersive experience while improving our product
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Artist Onboarding: We've fine-tuned our artist onboarding process, ensuring smooth integration and high-quality experiences.
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Refined Pitch: Our pitch has been sharpened, more effectively conveying BLCK UNICRN's unique value.
A crucial aspect of our success is the global diversity of our team, spanning from London to India, China, and across the USA. This diversity enriches our project with a variety of perspectives and insights.
As we gear up for the next phase in January, we remain committed to expanding our research and further proving out the value of our platform.
A heartfelt thank you to the UCLA Anderson School of Management alumni and affiliates who have been instrumental in our journey. Your insights have been invaluable, especially those from esteemed organizations like Live Nation Entertainment, Niantic, Inc., Industrial Light & Magic, Meow Wolf, The Walt Disney Company, Netflix, and many others. Your contributions have significantly shaped our understanding and approach.
Thank you to my incredible team for your unwavering dedication and creativity. Your diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what make BLCK UNICRN truly special.
Jesse (Jiayi) Zhou Andrew Stalbow Krishna Sravanthi Immanni Hongseok Lee @Hema Katta
#UCLAAnderson #CapstoneProject #ImmersiveEntertainment #GlobalTeam #Innovation #BLCKUNICRN ๐๐๐ The Price Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, UCLA Anderson School of Management
We're thrilled to share that BLCK UNICRN has been accepted into the prestigious Future of Storytelling (FoST) Explorers Club! This marks a significant milestone in our journey of innovation and immersive storytelling.
The FoST Explorers Club is a dynamic and multidisciplinary community, bringing together some of the brightest minds in the realm of immersive experiences. It's a collective that includes industry giants like Meow Wolf, Industrial Light and Magic, Fever, Cirque du Soleil, and the Las Vegas Sphere.
As a member, BLCK UNICRN will participate in a year of rich, immersive programming starting in 2024. This includes exclusive access to in-person and virtual events, networking opportunities with world-class creators and innovators, behind-the-scenes tours of groundbreaking immersive experiences, and engaging sessions with top-tier speakers.
Our acceptance into the FoST Explorers Club is not just an honor; itโs a testament to our commitment to pushing the boundaries of storytelling. This partnership perfectly aligns with our vision of crafting stories that are immersive, multi-sensory, and above all, experiential.
We're excited about the adventure that awaits us in 2024.