2021-06-07 Samachar Sadhai
Meraki A group of four students with a common interest in arts, initially came up with an idea to open a small scale business to provide authentic art products through online service in Chitwan. They originally discussed the present market scenario and how art is still disregarded in our society. Then, thought about ways to make people believe how art can change the whole vibe of a person and a place. Thus, Meraki came into existence to let the team put their soul into the things they work on, just as its name suggests. Since they pour life into our imaginations, they made a logo that best represents a life blooming from our hand. Meraki is not just a brand to produce multiple printed products; we plan on giving their level best on each item we sell, for we have a bigger picture set in our minds and hearts to help few students in Humla who have little to no access to proper education let alone arts. They believe imagination belongs to those who dare to dream, and everybody should at least have a choice to dream. Just as they were looking for a kick start, Boston College organized BIC Startups, a perfect opportunity for us to learn more about startups. So, for about a week, a boot camp was organized in collaboration with Skill Lab, and they took part. They got to explore many aspects of business planning from the boot camp, possible hurdles, the elements they cover and learn more about their target customers. As they listened, observed, and interacted with other startups and the organizers with guest speakers, they came up with a better version of their plan that can be both feasible and practical. On their last day, they had a demo session for the pitch deck where they collected and edited their information and made a quick presentation for the pitch deck, which is a practice for their final pitch, which will probably be held in September. At last, they decided on finalizing our business in two significant aspects; customized art products and art services. Customized art products include printed t-shirts, cups, pillowcases, phone cases, bullet journals, birthday cards, digital prints, while art services include wall painting, commissioned art, art workshops and exhibitions. To conclude, they are planning to open their online service just after the lockdown is over. They will start by reaching out to our family and friends, who are already excited about our plan and then gradually reach out to colleges, schools, and restaurants to meet our target customers. They believe in imagination and are driven by their creative instincts. They assure you that they can provide our customers with high-quality art products and services reasonably with a very aesthetically pleasing look that other Nepali products have failed to achieve.
