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For this assignment I was not able to get in contact with any companies, and in this niche market where this idea exists there may or may not be any companies worth talking to. I believe the only social network required for an idea like this is someone that knows and understands fully the technologies that would go into something of this nature. Someone who represents this is a company called jones snowboards founded by Jeremy jones a legend in the world of snowboarding and someone who has a great understand of the art of snowboarding. Also with a liking to the ‘art of flow’ and a great interest in surfing there company with all their knowledge in snowboarding and there progressive outlook tie  perfectly to this idea. Getting to meet and work with someone like Jeremy jones would be a dream and would be something that could quickly progress this idea .

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  1. UnknownJuly 14, 2018 at 5:15 PM

    Hi John,
    I really found your post to be interesting. I like how you mentioned that there really are no other companies doing what you do, which makes it hard to reach out to them. I still think you could learn something just by talking with other snowboarding companies, but I think you did a great job at stating your position. I really enjoyed how you went on to mention Jeremy Jones and how he would be a valuable resource because he understands the technology.

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  2. Thomas CostelloJuly 15, 2018 at 1:37 PM

    Hello John,
    I really identify with your difficulty in finding people to meet with in a comparable company venture. After reading your post, I realized that if Jeremy Jones is one that you would wish to talk to as an industry expert, you need to get his attention. If lines of communication are not available with him directly, try to communicate with someone in his circle of trust. If you can show your idea to someone that knows him, they might take it to him for you. This might open the door for you. Good luck.

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  3. UnknownJuly 16, 2018 at 11:53 PM

    Hey John,
    You're so ahead of the curve/slalom that you cannot find direct domain experts. Your interest in meeting Jeremy Jones is lauded and from a marketing perspective - a big name to sign off a brand new product would be very wise. People mistrust different and his endorsement would go a long way. As for other people you can talk to, you could speak to people at winter supply shops or even bindings manufacturers like Look (they're old hat but still). Keep it up.

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