🚀 PARIS IS DANCING is raising money to fuel its rapid growth
We’ve produced 20+ sell-out profitable events and thousands of happy participants. Paris is Dancing has thrived by creating impactful events for the LGBTQIA+ and voguing communities.
“Now, we're expanding! We're developing a diverse entertainment portfolio (parties, workshops, festivals, shows…) to reach a wider audience year-round. To fuel this growth, we're seeking funding. This investment will solidify PARIS IS DANCING as the leading LGBTQIA (+other minorities) 360° entertainment provider.”
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🙋 Frequently asked questions
👋 What is Paris is Dancing?
PID is a high-end entertainment company celebrating the diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community and other minorities through events, masterclasses, shows, and festivals. It blends artistic expression with social impact, offering a comprehensive 360° experience.
👀 What is the company’s development stage?
Paris is Dancing is at the pre-seed stage, having successfully bootstrapped its initial growth with over 23 events and a strong presence in the market.
🔥 What are PID’s achievements to date?
- Generated over €134,000 in gross sales with more than 10,000 paid tickets sold.
- Produced 23 successful events during its bootstrap phase.
- Secured partnerships with venues like the Institut du Monde Arabe and a deal for a LGBT stage at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
- Reached over 2.5 million people through collaborations.
- Paid over €54,000 to LGBT talents, supporting visibility and opportunities.
🚀 What are the next steps for the company?
- The company is expanding its entertainment portfolio to encompass a wider range of offerings (parties, workshops, festivals, shows) and increase the overall number of events.
- This strategic move aims to provide a comprehensive yearly calendar catering to a diverse audience.
- Additionally, the company plans to enter new international markets, including the UK, US, Italy and Spain.
💶 The company is currently seeking for funds? Why?
- Securing high-value talent and venues
- Marketing and PR campaigns to increase brand visibility.
- Producing free masterclasses and talks to engage a broader audience.
- Covering pre-production costs for upcoming events.
🌎 What is the size of the market opportunity?
The global market for LGBT events, media, and entertainment is projected to reach $610 billion by 2032. This growth is driven by increased social acceptance, evolving legal frameworks, and high-spending demographics.
👀 What differentiates PID from its competitors?
PID offers a unique blend of paid premium offers and free public offerings (masterclasses, talks), creating an inclusive experience. It has a high-end positioning, filling a gap between boutique LGBT events and larger mainstream productions, with a focus on social impact alongside commercial success.
🧮 How much money do you need? For which company stake?
PID is seeking €330,000 for a 20% equity stake, which is based on a €1.65M valuation.
🤝 How can I invest in PID?
Investment opportunities start at €15,000. Interested investors can contact PID directly for further details and access to the pitch deck and financial model.
📊 How does ROI manifest from investing in PID?
When you invest in our pre-seed round, you're gaining the opportunity for significant returns through several avenues:
- Equity Appreciation: This is where the real magic happens. As we take off and establish ourselves in the event production industry, the value of our company will rise. Your current ownership stake of today translates to a share of a potentially much larger and more valuable company in the future. When we have an exit event, like an IPO or acquisition, you'll be able to sell your shares at a premium, pocketing the difference in value.
- Future Dividends: While we're focused on growth initially, down the road, we might choose to share our success with our investors through dividends. This means you'd receive a regular payout based on our profitability, providing a steady stream of income on your investment.
- Acquisition Potential: There's always the exciting possibility of a bigger player in the event production industry taking notice of our innovative approach. If that happens and we're acquired, you'll benefit from a premium payout on your shares based on the acquisition price.
- Risk assessment : Pre-seed investments are about high-growth potential, and that comes with inherent risk. There's no guarantee of success, and there's a chance you could lose your investment. However, we're confident in our team, vision, and the growing event production market. By investing with us now, you're getting in on the ground floor of a company with the potential for explosive growth and significant returns.
💥 Who would be a potential candidate for an acquisition deal?
While predicting acquisitions is tricky, a few big names come to mind for companies that might be interested in what we bring to the table. Here's how some potential suitors could be a great fit:
- Live Nation Entertainment, AEG Presents: Imagine the possibilities! Their global network for venues, artists, and ticketing could propel us to a whole new level in event production.
- Endeavor Group Holdings: Another industry giant, Endeavor could be particularly interested if our expertise complements their existing event production portfolio or grants them access to the kind of high-caliber artists we collaborate with.
- Sony Music, Universal Music, Believe Music: These companies are always trying to find better ways to produce events for their artists. Owning a LGBT event production company could put them on the map for an impactful presence in this community.
- MSG Entertainment: With their iconic venues like Madison Square Garden and Radio City Music Hall, might be drawn to the potential of elevating their in-house event experiences through a strategic acquisition.
- Accor Group: Let's explore a French powerhouse! AccorHotels, a global leader in hospitality with a vast network of hotels and resorts across all segments, could be interested in acquiring our company to offer exclusive, high-end event experiences for their guests within their prestigious properties.
Strategic Alignment is Key. Beyond these specific companies, the ideal acquirer will be a company whose existing focus aligns perfectly with our strengths and target market. Geographic reach is another factor. An international event production company might be keen to expand into our local market through our expertise. Ultimately, the best fit will be a company with the resources to not only acquire us but also invest in our continued growth.
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Contact Information:
- Email: pidfundraising@pearlcraft.co
- Contact Person: Tim Zouari - +33 7 83 51 73 81 (WhatsApp Enabled)
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