Hello friends of Qinnect! We’re taking a quick poll and would really love your feedback! Do you find the small map in a business description on apps useful or would you prefer a photo of the business and click on address or directions if you want to view a larger map on your phone’sContinue reading “Quick Qinnect Poll – Maps in Apps, useful?”
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FAQ – Why are there multiple rounds of funding?
Our goal was to develop with minimal risk and at minimal cost which includes not raising more funds than we need. Each round of funding for Qinnect is tied to a particular phase of development with clear objectives that need to be met before moving into the next phase. Our first round of funding wasContinue reading “FAQ – Why are there multiple rounds of funding?”
FAQ – What happens if you don’t raise the full amount of funding?
The amount of funding allocated to each round is a best case scenario for Qinnect but will not determine whether or not we go ahead with the project. In fact, we already started the project based on the positive response so far and will have our first deliverable by Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013. Knowing thatContinue reading “FAQ – What happens if you don’t raise the full amount of funding?”
100 Social Networking Stats For 2012
Great infographic on today’s social and mobile activity that reaffirm the Qinnect mobile application. 40% Socialize more Online than Face-to-Face! 91% of Mobile Internet Access is for Social Activities! We interact with our mobile devices 40 to 80 times per day! If you would like more information about Qinnect, our platform, or a copy ofContinue reading “100 Social Networking Stats For 2012”
FAQ – Why are shares non-voting for investors?
Qinnect is looking to launch as soon as possible and while we are fortunate to have investors with a lot of industry expertise, the main concern is it would take too long to update, coordinate feedback, and provide an appropriate voting mechanism for all investors to participate in this early stage. The concern is reallyContinue reading “FAQ – Why are shares non-voting for investors?”
SPiN Toronto Marketing Director signs on as Client Advisor
Qinnect is excited to announce SPiN Toronto‘s Marketing Director, Shawn Topp as our first client advisor. Shawn has been familiar with the concept since it’s infancy and with both digital and mobile marketing experience, was a natural fit to help our team understand the needs of location-based marketers. “Anything that makes a location more interactiveContinue reading “SPiN Toronto Marketing Director signs on as Client Advisor”
FAQ – Why are you using WordPress for your website?
At this stage our website is really a tool to communicate information to interested parties in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible. With so many updates and new releases, it made sense to use a tool designed for regular posting like a blog service. WordPress provides posting, editing, social media, and other options allContinue reading “FAQ – Why are you using WordPress for your website?”
FAQ – Why don’t you or have you approached any angel investors, incubators, or venture capitalists?
No, at this time we are first looking to our existing networks. Sharing the idea with those looking for great ideas and that have the means to fund them can sometimes be tricky. At this time we would prefer to work with individuals we know and trust and we are confident in our existing network.Continue reading “FAQ – Why don’t you or have you approached any angel investors, incubators, or venture capitalists?”
FAQ – Why don’t you or have you tried Kickstarter?
Kickstarter is a great idea, and our investment strategy is similar to Kickstarter in that we’d rather get smaller funds from a larger group of investors than one lump sum from an angel investor or venture capitalist. The concern with Kickstarter is having to share enough of the idea to attract investment, without sharing soContinue reading “FAQ – Why don’t you or have you tried Kickstarter?”
FAQ – Do I need to sign a NDA to invest?
A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) is not required if you are comfortable with investing based on the investment overview. The investment overview is designed to provide enough information for investors to make an informed decision without requiring a NDA. If you require additional information, such as a business plan, wireframes, project scope, statement of work, orContinue reading “FAQ – Do I need to sign a NDA to invest?”
