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20A – Growing Your Social Capital

1. Alex Rodriguez- Civil Engineer     Domain Expert through his engineering experience     My father knew this individual and gave me his email     I asked for their opinion of my idea and they said it was plausible. They asked me to keep them updated in return.     This contact will ensure my home ideas are functional. 2. Gus Risco- Marketing Manager for Norwegian Cruise line     Marketing expert through his time with NCL     My mother knew this individual and gave me their office's phone number     I asked for their opinion on the marketability of my idea and they said it would have to be through targeted advertising. They asked for nothing in return.     This contact will allow me to make informed decisions concerning marketing. 3. James Falconi- Owns a construction company with accesss to suppliers     Supplier as he could get me in touch with several suppliers and assist with proj...

19A – Idea Napkin No. 2

1. My name is Christian Collazo. I am a political science major at the University of Florida. I am a hard worker and do well in school. I will be attending law school next year and have my eyes set on being a federal prosecutor. I aspire for my eco-friendly home business to be a regional success in areas which are particularly impacted by climate change. I would imagine this business would become my livelihood if I was to start it and become the focus of my life. 2. I am offering "future proof" housing to customers. I will be assisting my clients in creating a home which makes efficient use of energy whether through solar panels or clever use of the greenhouse effect to keep air conditioning costs down. I will also be supplying eco friendly building materials as well as building materials which insulate from changes in temperature extremely well. 3. I am offering this service to environmentally conscious couples in their 30's looking to build a home. 4. My customers...

17A - Elevator Pitch No. 2

I learned to stand from my past video and be more dynamic in my hand movements.

18A – Create a Customer Avatar

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The prototypical customer for my eco-friendly and future proof housing would most likely be a couple in their early thirties looking for a home. They are most likely professionals in a thriving field and have recently gotten promotions and feel comfortable investing in a home. However, they are very socially aware and are aware of the ongoing issues with climate change and want to ensure their home is future proof. They most likely have hobbies such as golfing or hiking and like to spend time outdoors. They would probably watch shows like Game of Thrones and Altered Carbon. They would drive Tesla's in order to be environmentally conscious and they would be white. They would most likely be planning for two children and would not care if they had to adopt. They would probably enjoy Harry Potter and would lean towards politicians like Bernie Sanders. I have a lot in common with my prototypical customer as I imagine this would basically be a good representation of myself once I reach m...