Nigeria - Startup under 3 years old

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A platform that connects fashion designers and brands with African fashion artists to inspire collaboration for optimum creativity, productivity, and exposure.

01.01 Décrivez votre startup en détail

Due to the scarcity of job prospects and exposure for African fashion artists to grow their clientele, some end up settling for less on generic freelance sites or working as in-house designers. Others venture into different creative avenues to make ends meet, drifting away from their true passion. Conversely, fashion brands and designers, whether local or global, are on the hunt for a hub where they can effortlessly link up with skilled African artists. They seek to collaborate on culture-infused and trendy collections but struggle to locate these hidden gems. Suuave is a specialized platform enabling fashion designers and brands to engage, network, and collaborate with talented African fashion artists through streamlined tools and a user-friendly interface. Suuave aims to expand African fashion, similar to Netflix and Amazon Prime's globalization of Nollywood and South African cinema and how Spotify, YouTube Music and Apple Music spread Afrobeats and Amapiano.

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

The inefficiency and lack of access within the fashion design industry, specifically regarding collaboration between fashion designers/brands and skilled African fashion artists. - African fashion artists face limited job opportunities; often working inadequately on freelance platforms or as in-house designers. - Limited exposure poses a hindrance to the expansion of African fashion artists' clientele, impeding easy accessibility for fashion designers and brands. - Fashion designers and brands frequently encounter creative blocks that impede productivity. - African fashion artists encounter discrimination and challenges on generic freelance platforms such as Upwork and Fiverr, often stemming from biased perceptions regarding their proficiency and artistic capabilities. - Location hinders collaboration between international designers and African artists. - Existing methods for collaboration are time-consuming and lack adequate effective communication tools.

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service fourni par votre startup (au moins 3).

FOR FASHION ARTISTS - Increased Visibility and Exposure - Greater Earning Potential - Simplified Client Communication and Collaboration - Streamlined Workflow and Project Management - Price Determination (For Pricing Advantage) - No Application Letter Or Letter of Proposal - Low Commission Fees - Promotion and Incentives - Copyright Protection - No Discrimination FOR FASHION DESIGNERS/BRANDS - Enhanced Creativity and Innovation - Access to a Global Talent Pool - Simplified Project Management - Improved Efficiency and Speed - Quality Assurance - Offer (Readily Available Designs) - Reward Programs & Promotions

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adresse le produit/service de votre startup. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

AFRICAN FASHION ARTISTS • Established Artists • Emerging Talents • Specialists in Different Styles (e.g., technical flats, editorial illustration, etc.) FASHION DESIGNERS & BRANDS • High-end Labels • Independent Designers • Fast-fashion Companies • Product Development Teams

01.05 Quand votre entreprise a-t-elle été créée ?

12/05/2023

01.06 Vendez-vous déjà votre produit/service ?

Non

01.07 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires de votre entreprise en plus de vous ?

2

01.08 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

2

01.09 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre startup (compétences, expérience, etc.).

- Ibrahim Hamzat O. (Founder, CEO) HND, Computer Science Business/Data Analyst, Copywriter & Researcher Founder, Utopia Nurseries and Gardening Store Founder, Between The Covers (A Non-Profit Organisation for Nigerian Bibliophiles) Monitoring and Evaluation, Power Tech Office Administration and IT Assistant, Petroleum Products Pricing Regulatory Agency (Internship) Microwave/Transmission Engineer, Frequency Telekoms (Industrial Training) - Femi Bandele (Co-founder, CTO) BE, Electrical & Electronics Engineering Software Engineer (Full Stack) Founder, My Aboki (A digital platform for buying and selling FX) Full-Stack Mobile Developer, Surge Freelancer

01.10 Si vous avez un site web, une page sur les médias sociaux (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin...) ou une application, veuillez fournir le(s) lien(s) ici :

www.suuave.com https://x.com/SuuaveFTx https://www.instagram.com/suuaveftx https://www.linkedin.com/in/suuave-ftx-b29215278/

01.11 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre entreprise ?

Autre : Fashion or Creative

02.01.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

5

02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

By creating economic opportunities for skilled African fashion artists and also enhancing productivity for the designers and brands, we empower them to earn a sustainable income and lift themselves out of poverty. This can have a ripple effect, improving the lives of their families and communities.

02.02.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.03.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.04.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Éducation de Qualité'

5

02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

- Our platform potentially creates a demand for skilled artists, which could incentivize educational institutions or training programs to focus on or develop relevant skills for aspiring illustrators in the fashion industry. - We also look forward to continuous collaboration with fashion schools or design programs in Africa to offer workshops, training sessions, or portfolio review opportunities on our platform. - We shall be developing or curating educational resources accessible through our platform, such as tutorials, best practices, or industry insights. - We shall feature success stories of artists who leveraged educational opportunities to thrive.

02.05.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

- With data analytics, we would track the demographics of our users and highlight the percentage of female artists who find success through our platform. Although. the industry is predominated by women. - We shall facilitate mentorship opportunities, connecting experienced artists (including women) with aspiring talent. This can empower female artists and foster a supportive community.

02.06.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.07.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

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02.08.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

- Creating Income Opportunities: Connecting African fashion artists with local and international brands provides them with a platform to showcase their talent and earn a living. - Empowering Women and Youth: The fashion industry is a significant employer of women, and our platform empowers female African fashion artists and extensively helps female-owned brands and other female fashion professionals. - Promoting Decent Work: Fostering collaboration and clear agreements between designers and artists, it can encourage fair working conditions within the fashion industry.

02.09.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovation et Infrastructure'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

- Promoting Innovation: By facilitating collaboration between designers and artists from different backgrounds and with different skill sets, we encourage creative innovation within the fashion industry. - Sustainable Industrialization: We shall contribute to a more sustainable fashion industry by promoting ethical sourcing and production practices, as we look forward to integrating more features and functionalities into our product in the long term. - Digital Infrastructure: This is one of the huge gaps in the African fashion industry despite its growing market and potential. Our product serves as a bridge that connects our users to create chic collections.

02.10.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

- Cultivating a dynamic network to foster collaborative efforts, nurturing both artistic and business development. - Promoting cultural exchange within the continent and globally. - Job creation, income opportunities and skill development. - Boost of Africa's exports by connecting fashion artists with international fashion brands to bridge the economic gap between developed and developing countries. - Attraction of investment, and fostering a culture of innovation within the tech sector. - Increase of consumer interest and market growth.

02.11.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.12.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsables'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.13.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Lutte contre les Changements Climatiques'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.14.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

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02.15.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

1 -pas du tout d'accord

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.16.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.17.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

5

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

- The core of our business model is built on fostering partnerships between fashion designers/brands and African fashion artists. This directly contributes to SDG 17 by promoting collaboration and knowledge exchange across borders and sectors. - We have existing partnership with a top fashion artist and designer who will assist us in providing skills development for to further enhance their employability and business growth. We are in talks with other prospective partners in the legal profession to serve as assist in product development and also help our users on Intellectual Property protection.

06.01 Un grand nombre de clients utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire au nôtre.

5

06.02 Notre produit/service représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.03 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

4

06.04 Notre produit/service est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.05 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

5

06.06 Notre produit/service répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.07 Notre produit/service est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

06.08 Justification

Even though we acknowledge our competitors who are global giants, what we do is ultimately unique, as it caters to the a large specific industry industry . We carried out intensive research on our competitors to learn their strengths and weaknesses. We also learnt from the users of the platform to learn about their likes and dislikes.

06.09 Analyse compétitive

Our main competitors are Upwork, Fiverr, 99designs and Truelancer. We decided to play detective and peek into the competitive world of our market to up our game and get cozy in the creative universe. Our competitive advantages are: - An exclusive market that focuses solely on African fashion, offering a unique and targeted talent pool. - Streamlined process to simplify collaboration and communication. - Copyright Protection: to grant illustrators full control over how their work and prevent unauthorized use or theft of original work. - Enhanced onboarding process and support features for increased efficiency and reliability. - Authenticity, diversity and cultural exchange. - Community building via webinars, workshops, and contests to foster engagement and learning. - Fair and Mutual pricing that benefits both parties. - Verification in the sign-up and collaboration process to ensure high-quality delivery.

11.05 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?

Yes. I founded a book club, which also acts as a non-profit service organisation, to bring together, forward-thinking individuals of diverse backgrounds and ethnicities, without age or gender restriction, to develop the mental strength of the people and bring tremendous reforms to the face of education in Nigeria. Our startup deals in an industry that is predominated by women, and we look forward to serving and empowering them.