@f8b2ff93a3ec24705bf0f7ccf0bbc983231f9bb494b90638b9c6099ec078d711 [Posted on DevHub](https://near.social/#/devgovgigs.near/widget/Post?id=1146) ## Idea: Art & Innovation Tulsa 2023 # **Art & Innovation Tulsa 2023** Friday Nov 3-5, 2023 WoMPA (West o Main Producers Association): Gallery 3306 Charles Page Blvd Tulsa, OK 74127 Accommodates: 40 seated, 80 standing. ## **Event Introduction** Art & Innovation Tulsa 2023 is a three-day hackathon designed for local and global artists, tech professionals, and community leaders. Our main goal is to foster innovation at the intersection of art and technology, specifically focusing on blockchain and web3 technologies. The event aims to promote diversity in art, support local talent, and serve as an educational and onboarding platform for emerging technologies. More information can be found on our **[website](https://www.artintulsa.com/)**. ## **Organizer Introduction** My name is Calvin Burchfiel, and I have extensive experience in bridging the gap between the art world and technological innovation. My credentials include: - Standing up a business unit at the Toledo Museum of Art focused on technology and web3. - Developing WhiteSquare.io as part of the Builders+Backers Idea Accelerator. - Collaborating with numerous DAOs on the Solana Blockchain to support artists. - Business development and artist community management at Holaplex, the first artist-centered marketplace on Solana. - Long-term resident artist where I created work like [Gnosis Engine](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1szXhpE8NwhnWjHdTonqtdLr4MOV-AEQQHH-aLCd5jYw/edit#slide=id.p) an interactive installation using nanotechnology and cymatics at [Koganecho Bazaar 2020](https://koganecho.net/koganecho-bazaar-2020/). I am organizing this event through an idea accelerator program, Builders and Backers, and already have garnered local support from organizations like Tulsa Remote, CLLCTVE, and WoMPA. I expect to bring in more local organizations as I’m able to share finalized details. ## **Event Impact** Art & Innovation Tulsa 2023 aims to: - Strengthen the impact of blockchain and web3 technologies in the art sector. - Promote NEAR to a diverse and innovative audience. - Serve as a catalyst for new projects and collaborations within the NEAR ecosystem. The event will be held in Tulsa, a city that is cost-effective, easily accessible, and has a thriving art and tech scene. It will provide a platform for NEAR to engage with mainstream use cases and develop consumer-facing applications to support the art industry. ## **Benefits Offered to NEAR** - Logo Placement on Website - Mentions in Pre-Event Emails - Logo Placement on Merch - VIP Dinner / Networking Session - Prominent Logo Placement - Part of the Judging Panel - On-stage Mentions ## **Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)** - Attract 100 attendees, including 40 on-site hackathon participants and 20 online participants. - Onboard 10 new developers to the NEAR ecosystem. ## **Evaluation Factors** | Criteria | Weightage | Description | | --- | --- | --- | | Relevance to Art and Technology | 30% | How well the project aligns with the themes of art and technology | | Innovation and Creativity | 25% | Originality and uniqueness of the project | | Audience Engagement | 20% | Level of interaction and interest generated among attendees | | Technical Execution | 15% | Quality of the technical implementation | | Market Potential | 10% | Feasibility and scalability of the project | ## **Funding Request** We are requesting $10,000 in sponsorship from NEAR to help cover the following expenses: | Expense Category | Cost (USD) | Description | | --- | --- | --- | | Venue | 3,400 | Gallery: 2.5 weekend days with 15% discount | | Food and Drinks | 3,000 | 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners and snacks for 40 people, and 1 “VIP dinner” for 20 people | | Audio Equipment | 350 | Easy Listening Package | | Screens | 1,000 | $90+/screen | | Technology | 2,000 | Beacons, Arduinos, RFID tags, VR headsets | | Marketing | 0 | Word of mouth, leverage partners | | Swag | 1,500 | Event badges, T-shirts, Totebags, Stickers, etc | | Entertainment | 500 | Live local music | | Prizes | 2,250 | Donations and bounties | | Decorations | 500 | Signs, banners, etc | | Misc | 500 | Cables, extras, cleaning, etc | | Total | 15,000 | | With an existing budget of $5,000 we are able to cover the venue and essential technology. The additional $10,000 from NEAR will help us to fully cover the costs outlined above and ensure a high-quality event that will enhance the appeal of the NEAR ecosystem and provide a collaborative environment for future NEAR projects to take form. ## **VIP Selection** VIPs for the event will be selected from our sponsors, partner organizations, and from attendees who we vet as being aligned with NEAR and our event goals. These VIPs will be invited to a special dinner and networking session, providing an exclusive opportunity to discuss potential collaborations and projects. ## **Event Timeline** | Time | Pre-event Orientation | Friday Nov 3 | Saturday Nov 4 | Sunday Nov 5 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 month prior | Email for t-shirt size and attendance | - | - | - | | 2 weeks prior | Zoom call, tracks and bounties announced | - | - | - | | 1 week prior | Hackathon starts in Discord, Kickoff call, teams formed | - | - | - | | 8:00am | - | - | Breakfast available | Breakfast available | | 9:00am | - | - | Hack time | Hack time | | 10:00am | - | - | Hack time | Hack time | | 11:00am | - | - | Hack time | Hack time | | 12:00pm | - | - | Lunch available | Lunch available | | 1:00pm | - | - | Hack time | Hack time | | 2:00pm | - | Setup | Hack time | Hack time | | 3:00pm | - | Hack time | Hack time | Hack time | | 4:00pm | - | Hack time | Hack time | Exhibition & showcase | | 5:00pm | - | Opening Presentation | Presentations | Exhibition & showcase | | 6:00pm | - | Dinner available | Dinner available; VIP Dinner | Dinner available; Judging | | 7:00pm | - | Networking over drinks and entertainment | Networking over drinks and entertainment | Final words, winners announced, sponsors thanked | | 8:00pm | - | Close for the evening | Close for the evening | Close | | 1 day after | Thank you email | - | - | - | | 1 week after | Feedback and pre-registration email for next year | - | - | - | | 2 weeks after | Email requesting selfie in event t-shirt posted to social media | - | - | - | ### Community Events - Friday Nov 4, 6-9:00pm: [Tulsa Arts District First Friday Art Crawl](https://thetulsaartsdistrict.org/first-friday-art-crawl/) - Friday Nov 4, 5-7:00pm: [Atento Capital's First Friday Mixer](https://october2023firstfridaymixercop.splashthat.com/) ## **Additional Information** Event Website: - [Art & Innovation Tulsa](https://www.artintulsa.com/) Current Partner Websites: - [Builders + Backers](https://www.buildersandbackers.com/building/current-idea-accelerator/summer-2023) - [Tulsa Remote](https://tulsaremote.com/) - [CLLCTVE](https://www.cllctve.com/) - [WoMPA](https://wompatulsa.com/venues/)