AIP-542: ApeCoin Yacht Party

PROPOSAL NAME:

ApeCoin Yacht Party

TEAM DESCRIPTION:

SAM Core team member of APE101 (BAYCTW), responsible for organizing offline events. Currently, he has assisted in hosting over 10 Web3 offline events in Taiwan, involving blue-chip NFT communities such as BAYC, CloneX, Doodles, Pudgy Penguin, and Memeland.

“Maritime Yacht Club” in 2023 and was certified with Made by Apes under the number 00332. He aims to integrate Web 3.0 with yachts, clubs, and parties to create more exciting possibilities and to introduce more people to the Web 3.0 ecosystem.

VAW (Advisor)

VAW

Founder of BAKC Group, Member of CAC. Ape in Since 2021, He participated in three APE gatherings in Kuala Lumpur in 2023. Also Helping CAC to organize 2 Cosplay parties During Apefest 2023.

We are a group of Bored Ape Yacht Club holders who have come together to form a genuine yacht club. As members of this unique and vibrant community, we deeply understand the luxury, adventure, and distinct taste that yacht culture represents. Therefore, we seek to leverage our identity and resources to advance the real-world application and impact of ApeCoin.

Drawing on our knowledge of the yachting industry and our passion for blockchain technology, we plan to organize a series of ApeCoin-themed yacht events. These events will blend the opulence of the yachting experience with cutting-edge blockchain elements, creating an unprecedented immersive experience. Through these activities, we aim to:

  1. Enhance ApeCoin’s visibility and recognition: Host grand yacht parties and social events in major coastal cities worldwide, attracting high-net-worth individuals, blockchain enthusiasts, and mainstream media attention. This will increase awareness and participation in the ApeCoin ecosystem.
  2. Expand ApeCoin’s practical applications: Fully support ApeCoin payments in our events and partnerships, showcasing its utility and convenience in luxury and high-end service sectors. We will also collaborate with leading yacht service providers and industry partners to establish ApeCoin as a mainstream payment method for yacht rentals, maintenance, and related services.
  3. Build a strong community network: Regularly organize member-exclusive yacht events to strengthen connections and interactions among Bored Ape Yacht Club members, fostering the sharing of experiences and collaboration opportunities. Additionally, we plan to host public events to invite more people into our community, expanding the influence of ApeCoin and the Bored Ape Yacht Club.

As holders of Bored Ape Yacht Club and genuine yacht enthusiasts, we are confident in our ability to elevate ApeCoin to new heights. We look forward to contributing value not only to our community but also to the broader blockchain ecosystem through these efforts.

PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION:

We aim to collaborate with three countries for a year-long yacht promotion campaign to enhance ApeCoin’s visibility and engage more people with the ApeCoin ecosystem. Within the first year of the proposal’s approval, we plan to organize six yacht events (two per country) and feature ApeCoin advertisements both inside and outside the yachts. This will ensure that those interested in renting yachts are exposed to ApeCoin, and that all onshore spectators enjoying the river view will also see ApeCoin advertisements.

Compared to events held on land, activities on yachts tend to capture more attention. This is partly due to the limited number of participants, which gives VIP guests boarding the yacht a special sense of prestige. This exclusivity also arouses curiosity about why an event is held on a yacht, leading to discussions and buzz. Additionally, yachts are often associated with modernity, fashion, luxury, and taste. Therefore, holding an event on a yacht is sure to create a distinctive and memorable first impression.

ApeCoin is one of the relatively early and well-known tokens in the market. We hope to expand ApeCoin’s applications beyond land and into the yacht ecosystem. To facilitate closer integration between ApeCoin and yachts, we plan to not only host promotional parties but also accept ApeCoin for yacht rentals and related expenses in the future. Additionally, we will offer free yacht party planning consultations for community members. In other words, this proposal aims to create both relevance and uniqueness in the Web3.0 space while also establishing ApeCoin’s presence in the Web2.0 market.

About Yacht

In Taiwan, we will use the “FOMO” yacht, which is the second-largest yacht in terms of passenger capacity on the Tamsui River in Taipei, with a maximum capacity of 90 passengers. This yacht has hosted numerous Web 3.0-related events, including cryptocurrency exchanges, NFT projects, and Web 3.0 media teams. Due to its capacity, it is also the most suitable yacht in Taipei for hosting large parties.


Target Audience
  1. Influencers and Investors in the NFT Community: By inviting key figures such as blockchain YouTubers, trading teams, and analysts, we aim to drive discussion and promote ApeCoin within this core demographic.
  2. High-Net-Worth Individuals and Luxury Consumers: The yacht events will attract high-net-worth individuals interested in a luxurious lifestyle, who are significant consumer groups in both the Web2.0 and Web3.0 markets.
  3. Potential Clients in the Yacht Rental Market: By showcasing ApeCoin advertisements both inside and outside the yachts, we will attract potential yacht rental clients, demonstrating the value and application scenarios of ApeCoin to them.
Customer Value
  1. Highly Customized Luxury Experience:
  • VIP Exclusivity: Each event will be limited to a select group of VIP clients, ensuring a high-end social atmosphere and personalized experience. Clients will be invited to private cruises, gourmet dining experiences, and in-depth discussions with leaders in the blockchain space.
  • Cultural and Innovative Integration: The events will blend local cultural elements with cutting-edge digital innovation, allowing clients to enjoy luxury while experiencing the modernity and future potential of ApeCoin.
  • Exclusive ApeCoin Gifts: Each participant in the events will receive an exclusive ApeCoin-branded gift.
  1. Strengthening Emotional Connection Between Brand and Customers:
  • Immersive Brand Storytelling: Through branded decorations and interactive experiences on and off the yacht, clients will be fully immersed in ApeCoin’s brand story and value proposition, enhancing brand recall.
  • Community Engagement and Interaction: The events will encourage clients to share their unique experiences on social media, creating organic brand promotion while offering them a platform to showcase their identity and taste.
  1. Seamless Connection Between Digital and Physical Worlds:
  • ApeCoin Payments and Rewards: The events will fully support ApeCoin payments, offering exclusive discounts and special gifts to clients who use ApeCoin, thereby encouraging its use in real-world scenarios.
  • Long-Term Benefits and Services: Clients will receive free yacht rental consultation services for one year, along with exclusive privileges for using ApeCoin in more luxury settings in the future.
Market Impact
  1. Creating a Unique Market Position:
  • Differentiation Strategy: By combining luxurious yacht experiences with blockchain innovation, ApeCoin will become one of the few digital currencies that hold a significant presence in both the Web3.0 and traditional high-end markets.
  • Expanding Influence Circles: The events will attract elites from finance, technology, and luxury sectors, forming a highly targeted client base and driving ApeCoin’s reach among these influential groups.
  1. Building Sustainable Brand Assets:
  • Yachts as Long-Term Brand Platforms: All branded yachts will continue to serve as mobile advertising platforms for ApeCoin after the events, extending brand exposure for over a year.

Media and Social Media Impact: Through comprehensive media coverage and social media campaigns before and after the events, ApeCoin will gain broader public attention and discussion.

BENEFIT TO APECOIN ECOSYSTEM:

1. Yacht Advertising Exposure

The requested funding includes costs for the yacht’s renovation and decoration, as well as marketing expenses for using the yacht as an advertising platform. Once the yacht is renovated according to the design, the ApeCoin-related decorations will remain in place for the following year. This means that any groups renting the yacht in the next year, whether related to blockchain or not, will encounter ApeCoin. Additionally, while the yacht is docked or cruising, passing vessels and people on both shores will also see the ApeCoin advertisements on the yacht.

2. Event Exposure

We plan to organize six yacht events within a year, with two events each in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Malaysia/Singapore. Large yacht events are still relatively rare in the Web3.0 space, and we anticipate these events will generate significant discussion within the community.

At the yacht events, we will provide DJs, gourmet food, and beverages to offer our guests an unforgettable experience. We plan to invite blockchain YouTubers, influencers, trading analysts, trading teams, and passionate members of the blockchain community who may have future opportunities to develop within Web3.0. In addition to giving away ApeCoin-related gifts, we will also invite key figures related to ApeCoin to speak at the events and organize small interactive games.

After the events, we will release press statements and event highlights on major media platforms. Additionally, we will encourage all participants to check in or upload photos to Twitter to enhance the promotion of ApeCoin.

3. ApeCoin Payments

During the project’s duration, our yacht will accept payments in ApeCoin. Customers who pay with ApeCoin will receive a 10% discount on the rental fee, which will help boost the usage of ApeCoin.

4. Free yacht-related consultation

After the project is approved, all ApeCoin holders and BAYC/MAYC holders will be able to receive free consultation for yacht rentals and yacht party planning in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore in the future. We will fully support APE community members in organizing yacht events in the regions we oversee.

STEPS TO IMPLEMENT:

Estimated Start Date: The first day of receiving funds
Estimated End Date: 2025/12/31

1. Step 1: Yacht Renovation & prepare party gifts

Time: January to February 2025
KPI: Renovate three yachts in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore to feature ApeCoin branding.
Prepare party gifts for 6 partys
Cost : 103,000 USD

2. Step Two: Launch ApeCoin Payments and Offer Free Yacht Consultation for APE Community Members

Timeframe: After the yacht renovation is completed
KPI: Begin accepting ApeCoin payments for yacht rentals with a discount, and APE community members can start contacting us for free consultation on yacht rentals and party planning.

3. Step Three: Bi-Monthly Events

Starting in March 2025, an ApeCoin promotional event will be held in a different country. The schedule is as follows:

March 2025: Singapore (Cost 25,500 USD)
May 2025: Hong Kong (Cost 27,000 USD)
July 2025: Taiwan (Cost 18,000 USD)
September 2025: Singapore (Cost 25,500 USD)
October 2025: Hong Kong (Cost 27,000 USD)
December 2025: Taiwan (Cost 18,000 USD)
Cost : 141,000 USD

REPORTING EXPECTATIONS:

  • Event Reporting: We will create a separate Twitter account, progress reports will be updated on Twitter until the last party end. Photos will be posted within 14 days after each party.

OVERALL COST:

The total amount requested from the ApeCoin Ecosystem Fund is $244,000 USD equivalent in $APE.


Two tranches of funding have been requested:
1st round: $103,000 USD upon approval.

  • Renovate three yachts in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore to feature ApeCoin branding.
    Prepare party gifts for 6 partys

2nd round: $141,000 USD one month after 1st tranche has been received.

  • Follow the Bi-Monthly Events schedule.

  1. Hong Kong (69,000 USD)
  • Yacht Party Costs: 38,000 USD, with one ApeCoin-themed event and one ApeChain-themed event, totaling 2 events.
  • Yacht Renovation and Decoration (ApeCoin, BAYC-themed): 15,000 USD
  • Staff Fee: 10,000 USD
  • Marketing Fee: 6,000 USD
  1. Singapore (71,000 USD)
  • Yacht Party Costs: 35,000 USD, with one ApeCoin-themed event and one ApeChain-themed event, totaling 2 events.
  • Yacht Renovation and Decoration (ApeCoin, BAYC-themed): 20,000 USD
  • Staff Fee: 10,000 USD
  • Marketing Fee: 6,000 USD
  1. Taiwan (56,000 USDT)
  • Yacht Party Costs: 20,000 USD, with one ApeCoin-themed event and one ApeChain-themed event, totaling 2 events
  • Yacht Renovation and Decoration (ApeCoin, BAYC-themed): 20,000 USD
  • Staff Fee: 10,000 USD
  • Marketing Fee: 6,000 USD
  1. Party Gifts Cost (48,000 USD)
  • 6 Party Gifts with ApeCoin Logo eg. Umbrella, Tee, Sticker & etc.

What measurable ROI have we seen to the DAO from prior yacht party events?

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Can further clarify the details of each event?

  • Yacht capacity (Entry count, excluded operational staff)
  • Duration each sail
  • Staffing (Who, what, how much)

What’s the ROI of DAO, rental?

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Hello Money,

Thanks for your question. Please allow me to clarify: ApeCoin will sponsor six yacht parties, and for one year, all three yachts will display the ApeCoin logo, increasing awareness of ApeCoin among other users.

Best Regards,
Sam

Hello Likkee.eth

Thanks for your questions. Please allow me to clarify: ApeCoin will sponsor six yacht parties, and for one year, all three yachts will display the ApeCoin logo, increasing awareness of ApeCoin among other users.

Yacht capacity - HK : 35person, SG : 20person, TW : 85person
Duration each sail - 3- 6 hours
Staffing - There will be at least 3 crew members whose duties include ensuring the safety of participants, with one crew member licensed to operate the Yachts.

Best Regards,
Sam

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