Commerce Innovators

012: Building Online Communities in the Metaverse with CEO of TechSparq Dedrick Boyd


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In this episode, we explore the fascinating journey of Dedrick Boyd, founder of TechSparq, as he shares his insights on creating purposeful and sustainable businesses within the digital space. 

We dive into the groundbreaking Empower Global project, which aims to elevate black creatives and their brands, providing a dedicated space for marginalized communities to sell and promote their products. We also discuss the potential of Metaverse concepts to create virtual spaces for communities to connect, gather, and organize, transforming e-commerce into a more social and immersive experience. 

Additionally, we examine the importance of incorporating gamification in e-commerce to create engaging experiences for consumers and the potential for car configurators and other customizable shopping experiences within the metaverse. 

Join us in this thought-provoking conversation about the future of e-commerce and virtual experiences!

Show Highlights:

  • Overcoming Difficult Challenges With Custom Software
  • Creating Human Connections in Online Experiences
  • The Rapid Evolution of Technology
  • The Future of Car Configurators
  • Perception of Websites
  • Building a Community Through Direct Transactions
  • Increasing Bandwidth for High Fidelity Products

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Supporting Resources:

Find Dedrick:

LinkedIn

Instagram

Twitter

dedrickboyd.com

TechSparq:

https://www.techsparq.com/

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