Venture Concept

Venture Concept

Opportunity: When it comes to the representation of artistry at the University of Florida, the school undeniably falls flat. There isn’t a system of support for students or even faculty that have talent and skillsets in the creative realm. I see and opportunity for the University to champion an artist from its own student body as symbol for the school and a beacon of hope to other artists. This need is something that students at the University of Florida should have fulfilled because it benefits everyone in association with the school. Just like the athletes at the school get recognized for their greatness as should the talented artists the school has. The people that would benefit directly from this need mainly the student body and on a broader scale, anyone associated with the University. The fact that there is a huge vacancy in the representation of the art at UF is a huge opportunity. The need is not currently being met by anything or anyone. UF does have music acts come to the school but they never show support for their own students. The window for this opportunity will be open as long as UF continues to neglect the voice of their student body. They idolize athletes and support them in all they do but talented students have no voice. I believe that I have the ability to analyze this need and become the individual that changes this whole situation. It could start a trend in University’s across the country.

Innovation: I believe my concept is most definitely innovative. It’s something not many schools have done and the only one I can think of off the top of my head would be G-Eazy and Loyola college. They did a great job of having him come to the school and talk to the kids that were in the similar position he was when he was an undergrad. He showed love and gave great advice to the kids at the school and if I can be just a little bit of that then I would gladly do what it takes. This method of having a school support an artist is insanely innovative because it’s a trend that could spread across the nation with ease. As schools move to support their own talent, that can bring in massive benefits and opportunities for both parties. The artist gets a platform to showcase their talent and creativity, and the school gets entertainment that can generate massive revenue and interest in the school itself. Giving a school that “that’s are boy” mentality about an artist would be incredible. Going out and showing the world that kids from UF are talented and UF loves and supports that would be amazing. The way I would make money from this is through the massive support of the school. I could get possible revenue from shows and also music sales and other forms of income like merchandise.

Venture Concept: My innovation solves the problem identified because it gives the artistry at UF a voice and a platform to create and share to the world. Once I go as my brand of music others can follow behind and follow the trend as well. it opens a flood gate for more talented kids to pour through and give the school something to aspire towards. By being the artist that UF champions I can do great things for the school, the community, and millions of people associated with the University of Florida. I believe students will be on board for an idea like this because they lack representation and I could greatly help in spreading the creativity. There’s nothing in place that’s like this so the only competitors I would be facing would be outside acts that are in my similar position. I would organize people to help manage, control, and handle all the aspects of my brand so that it stays fit with what UF requires from someone in that position and what I feel keeps my brand whole. A group of talented individuals around me would be needed in order to push this idea through to gatekeepers and key individuals along the chain of command for UF entertainment. This could be absolutely huge for the school and I think its worth taking the risk because the reward is much greater.

Final:  My most important resource will be the support of the student body itself. With the love and passion this school carries even if they don’t listen right away, the higher ups will eventually have to pay attention because these kids will not be silenced.

The next steps taken after gaining the support of my beloved university would be to gain the support of the entire state. Florida in general is a powerhouse for talent and that should be showcased to the rest of the states and eventually the world. The talent in this state is undeniable and it deserves a voice.

What’s next for me? I’ll be working hard. I’ll be busting my butt so the kids that come behind me will have something to strive towards and they’ll see that talent and grit can take you to places beyond your wildest dreams. In the next five years I’ll be looking to take my music brand global.