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Curated Analog Social Experience Platform

For: Young adults and professionals seeking authentic in-person connections

Buildability

The Problem

Increasing digital saturation and social isolation, especially among younger generations who are conscious of negative effects of social media and dating apps

The Solution

Platform that organizes and facilitates high-quality analog social experiences: game nights, book clubs, running groups, creative workshops, skill-sharing sessions

Why Now?

Growing backlash against digital experiences, younger people actively seeking alternatives to dating apps and social media, proven demand for running clubs and game nights

Build MVP in 7 Days

Day 1

Create Instagram account documenting analog experiences

Day 2

Organize one game night or book club in your city

Day 3

Post photos using vintage cameras/film aesthetic

Day 4

Collect email addresses of attendees

Day 5

Survey participants about what other experiences they want

Day 6

Partner with one local venue for regular events

Day 7

Create simple landing page with upcoming events

How to Validate

Post on local social media about organizing analog meetups
See if people show up to free events
Test willingness to pay for premium experiences
Survey participants about frequency and payment willingness
Track repeat attendance rates

Revenue Model

Event fees, premium memberships, corporate team-building packages, venue partnerships, branded analog products

Competitive Moat

Community network effects, local organizer relationships, brand trust for quality curation, event production expertise

Risks to Consider

Scaling community experiences is inherently difficultLocal organizer dependence creates bottlenecksPremium positioning may limit market sizeEconomic downturn could reduce discretionary social spending