Proposal Event Roadshow Small Size

Event Proposal Overview

• Qwords Roadshow: A collaborative initiative between Qwords and Verisign aimed at aiding high school and college students, employees, SMEs, and businesses in achieving online success through website creation and digital presence.

• Purpose: Address rapid digital advancements affecting user behavior and entrepreneurial opportunities, ultimately contributing to Indonesia's economic growth.

• Vision: Inspire participants to prioritize .com domains for their online identities.

Event Objectives

• Knowledge and Training: Equip young generations (ages 18-30) including high school and college students, and employees with necessary skills.

• Highlighting .com Domains: Position the .com domain as a versatile digital platform for creativity beyond simple website creation, including business emails, portfolios, and social media profiles.

• Bridging Technology Gaps: Reduce the technology knowledge divide to foster equitable opportunities for online success.

• Website Management: Guide participants on creating and managing websites to enhance visibility and attract broader customer bases.

Target Audiences

• High school students interested in digital business.

• College students involved in business management and eager to establish an online venture.

• DIY crafting businesses not yet transitioned to digital platforms.

• Small business owners currently utilizing digital offerings seeking optimization.

Core Values

• Demographic Bonus: Indonesia is expected to face a significant demographic shift by 2030-2040, necessitating 17 million workers for the digital economy, thus emphasizing the introduction of .com domains to younger audiences.

• Showcasing .com Domains: Enhance exposure of .com domains via media partnerships, visits, and publications, bolstering cultural insights.

• Potential Exposure: Committed to enhancing knowledge while equipping both new and seasoned business owners with strategies to maximize website use for business growth.

• Networking Opportunities: Facilitate collaboration among participants to foster community and knowledge exchange.

Key Activities

• Knowledge Sharing: Experts will provide insights into domains, hosting, and website optimization for business growth (30 minutes).

• Participant Engagement: Opportunity for participants to discuss their online experiences and receive expert advice (30 minutes).

• Interactive Games: Engage participants with games offering prizes like hosting and merchandise (30 minutes).

• Practical Workshops: Hands-on demonstrations on creating effective websites led by experts (60 minutes).

• Creative Training and Collaboration: Encourage idea exchange through exclusive workshops and recognition awards.

Audience Benefits

• Free Hosting: Offer a year of complimentary hosting services.

• Certification: Participants will receive upskilling certificates.

• Exclusive Merchandise: Special items created for participants.

Roadshow Locations and Stages

1. Stage 1: West Java (20 locations) - 30 events over 30 days.

2. Stage 2: East Java & Bali (20 locations) - 30 events over 30 days.

3. Stage 3: Central Java (20 locations) - 30 events over 30 days.

4. Stage 4: Sumatra, Kalimantan & Sulawesi (8 locations) - 20 events over 20 days.

Cost Estimation

• Total Estimated Cost: $93,300 for 68 locations across Indonesia, inclusive of:

  • Stage 1: $16,000 (20 locations)

  • Stage 2: $22,000 (20 locations)

  • Stage 3: $16,000 (20 locations)

  • Stage 4: $8,000 (8 locations)

  • Marketing/Promotion: $15,300

  • Equipment Costs: $800 x 20 locations x additional domain expenses.