Join BLCK UNICRN at Expert Dojo Startup Arena & Two Bit Circus Beta Night! 🎤🎮

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!

🌟 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. 🍹 Event Details and Registration

🎮 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. 🕹️ 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.

🙌 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

🌟🎶 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 that’s transforming the landscape of music and art.

🌟🎶 [Dive in and discover more at www.blckunicrnlive.com]

Until Next Time Friends,

Roy Midas

🎓🚀 Exciting Midpoint Update from BLCK UNICRN via our UCLA Anderson School of Management Business Creation Capstone! 🌟🎉

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:

✅ 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
✅ Artist Onboarding: We've fine-tuned our artist onboarding process, ensuring smooth integration and high-quality experiences.
✅ 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 🌍🌏🌎 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; it’s 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.

We're thrilled to introduce Boz, a multi-talented artist joining our BLCK UNICRN family. Boz's journey is not just about artistic expression; it's a story of overcoming adversity and channeling creativity into healing and exploration.

🌟 Meet Boz: A Multi-Dimensional Artist Boz defies the traditional notion of specialization. A writer, actor, singer-songwriter, and more, he embodies the spirit of a true renaissance artist. His belief is that creativity flourishes across multiple disciplines, an ethos that aligns perfectly with BLCK UNICRN's vision.

🎭 His Creative Odyssey: "The Promised Land" Boz's latest project, "The Promised Land," is an audiovisual album created during his personal battle with long Covid. This project, blending narrative, music, and a touch of magic realism, represents not just an artistic venture but a journey of personal healing and discovery.

🌐 Available on BLCK UNICRN Digital Hub "The Promised Land" is now featured on our digital hub, showcasing Boz's unique blend of talents. His story is one of resilience, portrayed through a mix of captivating visual albums, comedy sketches, and heartfelt music.

🎉 Live Immersive Experience Coming in Q1 2024 We're excited to announce that Boz's odyssey will transition into a live immersive experience, slated for release in Q1 2024. This multi-sensory event will feature tech-enabled interaction, live narrative performances, and an immersive space that reflects the world Boz has created.

💫 A Testament to Creative Exploration Boz's collaboration with BLCK UNICRN is a significant step in our mission. It exemplifies the synergy between artists and fans and marks the beginning of hundreds of diverse experiences to come. His journey with us is a shining example of how versatile creativity can lead to profound, immersive art.

🙏 A Shoutout to Resilience and Support In his journey, Boz extends gratitude to the medical professionals who have aided his recovery. His story is a reminder of the strength found in community and support, values we hold dear at BLCK UNICRN.

👀 Stay Connected To follow more of Boz's journey and works:

• Boz's Website

• Instagram

• YouTube

• BLCK UNICRN Profile

Join us in welcoming Boz to our family and immerse yourself in his remarkable story of creativity and resilience.

Spotlight: OFO Delivery Revolutionizes Campus Life

In this issue of BLCK UNICRN’s newsletter, we're excited to feature OFO Delivery. This student-based startup is transforming delivery services on college campuses with over 700 SKUs, aiming to establish a presence on 8 campuses by 2026 and 20 by 2030.

🚚 What OFO Offers: OFO Delivery excels in providing instant, efficient delivery services tailored specifically for college students, enhancing their day-to-day campus experience.

👩‍🎓 User-Focused Approach: Their unique user interfaces ensure top-notch service quality, making campus life more convenient than ever.

📱 Learn More: Check out OFO’s pitch deck here.

🌟 Contact: For more info, reach out to founder Adam Yang at [email protected] or 424-320-1960.

Join us in applauding OFO Delivery's innovative approach to campus delivery!

Warm regards,

The BLCK UNICRN Team

1. A Journey of Recognition 🌟

Thrilled to share that we've been highlighted by the esteemed UC Berkeley Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology. Embarking on their Summer Venture Lab journey was impeccably timed as we prepared for our showcase at Andreessen Horowitz's LA Tech Week and introduced our largest intern group ever. A heartfelt thank you to Mark Searle and all my Berkeley comrades – your guidance was a game-changer!

🔗 Check out our feature!

2. Dive into the Future of Music 🎶

The future is now: we've unveiled a renewed immersive experience in LA, thanks to our collaboration with the genius team at Fever – the minds behind the immersive Van Gogh. If you're in LA, don't miss out. For those afar, our digital hub offers a virtual plunge into the next-gen music realm. Our vision? With tenacity, zeal, and ceaseless innovation, we're on a quest to redefine music interaction, catering to artists of all magnitudes.

🔗 Join the music revolution remotely!

3. Special Announcements 📢

Have a minute? We'd love your insights! Fill out our survey to help us better serve our community and provide richer experiences. 🔗 Take the survey

Also, for all the growth-stage leaders out there, don't miss out on Kalina Bryant's course on 'Customer Marketing'. Trust us; it's a game-changer! 🔗 Enroll in Kalina's course

Until Next Time Friends,

Roy Midas