AIP-513: Decentralized Drinks Paris: Powered by ApeCoin

PROPOSAL NAME:

Decentralized Drinks Paris: Powered by ApeCoin

TEAM DESCRIPTION:

  • Founder:

    • Background: experienced entrepreneur with a strong background in sports, technology, and entertainment. As the owner of Le G Five Bar in Paris, a central hub for social and professional networking, I have successfully built and managed thriving businesses. I also run a consulting company, leveraging my expertise to advise clients across various industries. With over 7 years of experience as a crypto investor, I bring a deep understanding of the blockchain space, alongside a vast network in the entertainment and sports sectors. My expertise spans the intersection of technology, social engagement, strategic consulting, and cutting-edge investment opportunities.
  • Co-Founder:

    • Background: Athlete and early BAYC (Bored Ape Yacht Club) holder, deeply rooted in the crypto community, with extensive experience in leveraging blockchain for community-driven projects.
  • Contact Information: We can be reached via X @Decentradrinks or @King_GSB @MathiasPozzi

  • KYC & Grant Agreement: All team members are prepared to sign grant agreements and undergo KYC verification as required.

PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION:

Decentralized Drinks Paris is an exciting new weekly event at Le G Five Bar in Paris, designed to blend the worlds of cryptocurrency and social networking. After the overwhelming success of our monthly meet-ups, we are expanding to a weekly format to further engage the crypto community.
To amplify our event’s presence we will proudly display “Powered by ApeCoin” on all our physical and digital supports, including flyers, banners, social media posts, and event tickets.
We’re partnering with the MBA community to spotlight their products and innovations at our events. Together, we’ll craft a vibrant and engaging atmosphere, making “Decentralized Drinks” the must-visit hub for all Apes living in or passing through Paris.

Attendees can expect:

Crypto-Themed Cocktails: inspired by popular cryptocurrencies.
Exclusive Happy Hour Deals: to enhance the experience.
Degen Talks: featuring lively discussions led by industry experts.
Showcase of Made by Apes Projects: highlighting innovative products and ideas from the community.
Future POAP on ApeChain

Past Collaborations & Featured Products:

Mutant Beer: Premium Craft Beer Made by Apes 00054, now a staple at our bar.
Le Crypto Daily, Proof of French, Domino Podcast, Defit, NFT France, Oxya Origin, Alphaverse, Forbes France

Events Co-Hosted with the community:

90’s Banana : during NFT Paris 2024: A nostalgic event blending crypto culture with 90s themes by @BananaconfXYZ With The Nizzar, Sander the Ape.
Degens in Paris: during NFT Paris 2024 With F*ck it Productions and the Mutant Cartel.
SINGE®: Franken Bombay release party with @dim8765 and his amazing lifestyle brand from the swamp @Singe_int .

Flexible Offer for ApeCoin, BAYC, and MAYC Holders:

  • Free Drink on Event Days: Holders of ApeCoin, BAYC, or MAYC can enjoy a free drink during our “Decentralized Drinks” events every Wednesday. We will verify ownership using TokenProof, and will not require any connections to the blockchain to enter the events.

  • Discounts on Non-Event Days: On days when there isn’t a scheduled event, we will offer a 15% discount on all classic drinks to anyone holding ApeCoin, BAYC, or MAYC.

Additionally, we plan to implement a Proof of Attendance Protocol (POAP) system during our events. This will allow us to track attendance and gather valuable data on the beverages offered, which will be monitored through our till system. This approach ensures transparency and provides insights into customer engagement, helping us optimize our offerings and the overall experience. We will only collect essential data necessary for the functioning of our service (email, X accounts, Addresses for POAP, etc.).

This event is not just a gathering; it’s a movement to connect, educate, and celebrate the ever-growing crypto ecosystem in a vibrant and inclusive environment.



Link to video : x.com

BENEFIT TO APECOIN ECOSYSTEM:

Increased Visibility: Position ApeCoin at the heart of Paris, attracting both locals and travelers, and establishing Le G Five Bar as a key meeting point for the ApeCoin community.
Community Engagement: By sponsoring these events, ApeCoin becomes directly involved in weekly interactions with the community, fostering stronger bonds and loyalty.
Promoting Builders: The event will feature a dedicated “Made by Apes” booth, giving creators within the ecosystem a platform to showcase their work, thus driving innovation and collaboration.
Token Adoption: By accepting ApeCoin as a payment method and offering incentives like free drinks for BAYC and MAYC holders, we promote the practical use and adoption of ApeCoin in real-world scenarios.

STEPS TO IMPLEMENT:

  • Start Date: Upon receipt of funds from the ApeCoin DAO
  • End Date: 1 Year Sponsorship

Key Milestones & KPIs:

  • Week 1-2:

    • Design and source event goodies and merchandise.
    • Cost: €5,200
  • Week 3-4:

    • Design and install the custom “ApeCoin Accepted Here” neon sign.
      Cost: €400
  • Ongoing:

    • Host weekly events at Le G Five Bar, offering up to 50 drinks total for BAYC/MAYC holders at each event.
    • Cost: €16,900 annually.
  • Booth Creation:

    • Set up a “Made by Apes” booth at the entrance of the bar to showcase community products.
    • Cost: €2,000

NFT Paris Side Event:

  • Complimentary Drinks for NFT Holders: Host a special side event during NFT Paris, offering 4 complimentary drinks to 100 attendees.
  • Drinks Cost: 100 people x 4 drinks x €6.50 per drink = €2,600
  • Camera Crew: €1,100
  • Performers: €1,000
  • DJ for the Event: €1,000

REPORTING EXPECTATIONS:

  • Progress Reports: Monthly updates on event performance, including attendance, community feedback, and any emerging opportunities. Detailed reports on milestones and budget utilization will be provided quarterly.
  • We will post our KPIs on our X account @DecentraDrinks monthly. These posts will include attendance figures and photo/videos from the events. This reporting will continue on a monthly basis for the duration of the project, ensuring transparency and engagement with our audience.

OVERALL COST:

Total Amount Requested from the ApeCoin Foundation: €30,200

  • Requests to ApeCoin Foundation:
    • Funding of €30,200 to cover the total cost of implementing the proposal.
    • Promotion support on community discussion platforms and the ApeCoin website.

Budget Summary: The budget includes costs for drinks, merchandising, booth creation, and a customized neon sign, ensuring the successful execution of weekly Decentralized Drinks events and effective promotion of the ApeCoin/ ApeChain ecosystem.

Budget Breakdown:

Free drinks for BAYC/MAYC Holders:
Number of Free Drinks per Event: 50 drinks
Number of Events per Year: 52 weekly events
Cost per Drink: €6.50
Total Drink Cost per Event: 50 drinks x €6.50 = €325
Total Drink Cost for the Year: 52 events x €325= €16,900
Merchandising and Goodies:
Total Cost: €5,200
Made by Apes Booth Creation:
Total Cost: €2,000
Customized Neon Sign (“ApeCoin Accepted Here”):
Total Cost: €400
NFT Paris Side Event:
Drinks: €2,600
DJ: €1,000
Performers: €1,000
Camera Crew: €1,100

Summary of Total Budget:

Drinks for BAYC/MAYC Holders:€16,900
Merchandising and Goodies:€5,200

Click for Merchandising and Goodies breakdown

We’ve allocated €5,200 for “Merchandising and Goodies” to cover 52 events, which breaks down to approximately €100 per event. This budget is intended to provide attendees with branded items that enhance their experience and promote our events. Here’s a breakdown of how we plan to use this budget:

Sourcing: We’re sourcing our merchandise from cost-effective suppliers like Sticker Mule and Alibaba to maximize value.

Items: The merchandise mix includes:

  • Stickers

  • Key rings

  • Magnets

  • Gift bags

Branding: All items will feature Decentralized Drinks and ApeCoin branding, reinforcing our identity and partnership.

Distribution: We plan to distribute these items as giveaways at each meet-up, enhancing attendee engagement and providing tangible reminders of the events.

Cost per event: The €100 per event budget allows us to offer a variety of items to attendees while maintaining cost-effectiveness across our 52 planned events.

This approach allows us to consistently provide branded merchandise throughout our event series, creating a cohesive experience for attendees and promoting both Decentralized Drinks and ApeCoin in a tangible, lasting way.

Made by Apes Booth Creation: €2,000
Customized Neon Sign: €400
NFT Paris Side Event Drinks: €5,700

Love the simplicity of the ask as well as the financial breakdown for it.

I would love to see a greater tie in to ApeCoin. While I appreciate free drinks as a MAYC owner and acceptance of ApeCoin, it can limit the potential reach as there are only so many of us Apes.

Perhaps something that allows discounted pricing for holding / paying with $APE in addition to the promotional items you list above.

Not necessarily a financial component of the AIP, but having a way to easily onboard people into buying their first ApeCoin would also be a nice, added component.

Also, would LOVE for there to be an NFT Paris side event hosted here (Powered by ApeCoin obviously)

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Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! I’m glad you appreciated the simplicity and clarity of the financial breakdown.

You’ve raised some excellent points about further integrating ApeCoin into the proposal. I agree that broadening the appeal beyond just MAYC/BAYC holders could enhance the initiative’s reach. Offering discounts for holding or paying with $APE is a great idea, and I’ll definitely implement that in the proposal. This discount could extend beyond just the event, making it applicable to the bar on other days as well, encouraging more frequent use of ApeCoin.

I also plan to implement POAPs on ApeChain once it’s integrated, which will be a fantastic way to onboard newcomers into the ecosystem. Additionally, hosting ApeCoin giveaways during our in-real-life events could be a great way to drive engagement and excitement around these initiatives.

After the success of our NFT Paris side events last year, it would be fantastic to host another one, this time powered by ApeCoin. This would be a perfect way to spotlight ApeCoin’s involvement and create a memorable experience for attendees.

Thanks again for your valuable input—these suggestions will help us build a stronger proposal for everyone involved!

King.

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I love this idea. You run and support so many amazing community events, such as our Degens In Paris, this just makes so much sense for all of us and the DAO to now support you. I am 100% behind this bro

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well the ask is small so looks fine.

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I love the name and the previous collaborations. I would request one more adjustment though. Some folks may only be in the area on days your event is not happening. FOR THAT I would recommend either A.) Changing days throughout the month OR B) -and i like this one better; Those with APECOIN or BAYC or MAYC (you can decide) can get a free drink at your establishment. Just a thought.

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Thank you! As the owner of the bar, I would love to give that opportunity to the community. It would be great to offer ApeCoin holders, as well as BAYC and MAYC members, free drinks and discounts whenever they are in town, creating a consistent clubhouse vibe. I’ll definitely amend the proposal to include this, as it’s a fantastic idea to ensure that everyone feels welcome and valued, even when the event isn’t happening.

To manage this effectively, we could implement a monthly limit on the number of free drinks to ensure we’re not asking the DAO for unnecessary funds. I’ll adjust the proposal to reflect this approach.

Thanks for the suggestion. And don’t hesitate if you have any other suggestion. I’m always open to feedback! :wink:

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Thanks bro! Appreciated and it was my pleasure :grin:

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Thank you for this. I love the idea of having a home away from home!

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King is a great host
easy yes imo

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Hi ApeCoin DAO Community,

@King_G5 has responded to our questions and has provided consent to share them in this forum for the community.

Click to expand Q&A with @King_G5

1. Your proposal includes free drinks and/or discounts for ApeCoin, BAYC and MAYC holders. How would you be verifying ownership?

We will verify ownership using TokenProof.

2. Will your events require token holders to connect blockchain wallets?

No, we will not require any connections to the blockchain to enter the events.

3. Do you have plans to protect any collected user data? Please elaborate.

We will only collect essential data necessary for the functioning of our service. “email, X accounts, Addresses for POAP etc.”

4. You’ll be “featuring lively discussions led by industry experts.” Would these discussions be formally structured, and what would be the focus? Which “industry experts” would be leading these discussions?

The discussions will maintain an open, non-formal atmosphere, consistent with past Decentralized Drinks events

In the past, we’ve had the privilege of hosting discussions led by notable industry figures such as:

Frédéric Chesnais, a French entrepreneur specializing in video game production, currently the CEO of Crypto Blockchain Industries and former CEO of Atari.

Kevin Serou, CEO of Defit, known not only for his business acumen but also for his impressive athletic achievements, including completing 16 Ironman races.

These examples illustrate the caliber of speakers we aim to continue featuring at our events. We strive to bring in leaders who not only have deep expertise in blockchain and crypto industries but also bring unique perspectives from their diverse backgrounds and experiences.

5. You’ve listed a budget line item of €5,200 for “Merchandising and Goodies.” Please provide more detail regarding these items.

We’ve allocated €5,200 for “Merchandising and Goodies” to cover 52 events, which breaks down to approximately €100 per event. This budget is intended to provide attendees with branded items that enhance their experience and promote our events. Here’s a breakdown of how we plan to use this budget:

Sourcing: We’re sourcing our merchandise from cost-effective suppliers like Sticker Mule and Alibaba to maximize value.

Items: The merchandise mix includes:

  • Stickers

  • Key rings

  • Magnets

  • Gift bags

Branding: All items will feature Decentralized Drinks and ApeCoin branding, reinforcing our identity and partnership.

Distribution: We plan to distribute these items as giveaways at each meet-up, enhancing attendee engagement and providing tangible reminders of the events.

Cost per event: The €100 per event budget allows us to offer a variety of items to attendees while maintaining cost-effectiveness across our 52 planned events.

This approach allows us to consistently provide branded merchandise throughout our event series, creating a cohesive experience for attendees and promoting both Decentralized Drinks and ApeCoin in a tangible, lasting way.

6. Regarding any granted permission to use ApeCoin trademarks by the Ape Foundation, do you expect to maintain full ownership rights to the content and/or IP which may be created as a result of the approval of your proposal? Would your expectation be to keep complete ownership of all content produced from this proposal?

As a dedicated Bored Ape holder for over 1000 days and the organizer of Decentralized Drinks events for the past year, our approach to content ownership is collaborative and community-oriented. We do not intend to retain full ownership of the content created as a result of these ApeCoin-funded events. Instead:

1. Shared Ownership: We’re open to sharing ownership of the content with the Ape Foundation. This aligns with our commitment to the BAYC ecosystem and the spirit of decentralization.

2. Content Distribution: We’re happy to make event-related content available to the Ape Foundation for their use in promoting the ApeCoin community and ecosystem.

3. Community Benefit: Our primary goal is to benefit the broader ApeCoin and BAYC community. We view any content created through these events as a resource for the entire ecosystem.

4. Flexible Usage Rights: We’re open to discussing specific terms with the Ape Foundation to ensure that both parties have appropriate rights to use and distribute the content.

5. Transparency: We commit to being transparent about how content is used and distributed, in line with our long-standing relationship with the BAYC community.

7. You’ve noted a request for “promotion support on community discussion platforms and the ApeCoin website.” Regarding social media requests, the APE Foundation has introduced a social media request form to streamline the process of requesting tweets, retweets, and other social media activities. This form is currently accessible to approved AIP Authors, and requests would be considered at the discretion of the Ape Foundation.

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