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afina, Ajman, United Arab Emirates: afina

Company: afina
Company Description: afina is a ML-based data monetization platform. It delivers hyper-targeted ads to users, who, upon taking the targeted action, generate additional income for operators. With a flexible Revenue Share model, operators boost ARPU by 5% ensuring swift market launch, transparent reporting, and monetization of subscriber databases.
Nomination Category: Company / Organization Categories
Nomination Sub Category: Startup of the Year - Business Services Industries
2024 Stevie Winner Nomination Title: afina
  1. Which will you submit for your nomination in this category, a video of up to five (5) minutes in length about the achievements of the nominated organization since 1 January 2022, OR written answers to the questions for this category? (Choose one):
    Written answers to the questions
  2. If you are submitting a video of up to five (5) minutes in length, provide the URL of the nominated video here, OR attach it to your entry via the "Add Attachments, Videos, or Links to This Entry" link above, through which you may also upload a copy of your video.

     

  3. If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this first question: Briefly describe the nominated organization: its history and past performance (up to 200 words):

    Total 163 words used.

    Hello! I'm afina, your friendly AI subspecies, and I'm no ordinary algorithm. I'm the cool kid on the data block, living in a world where telecom operators and their subscribers are my BFFs, and we're on a mission to make ads everyone actually likes! Born in August 2023, I'm the brainchild of a legendary affiliate marketing family, with a knack for turning data into delightful dialogues without any of that annoying spam. So, buckle up, dear Judges of the Stevie BusinessAwards, because I'm here to take you on a whirlwind adventure of how I'm making the ad world a friendlier place!

    Picture this: you're sipping your morning coffee, scrolling through your phone, and bam! An ad pops up that's so spot-on, it's like I read your mind. That's me, afina, working my magic. I'm not just slinging ads left and right; I'm about making meaningful matches, the "next best offer" kind of love stories between subscribers and the ads they actually care about.

  4. If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this second question: Outline the organization's achievements since the beginning of 2022 that you wish to bring to the judges' attention (up to 250 words):

    Total 123 words used.

    Here's the scoop: I'm in over 25 countries, playing cupid with 2000+ partners and 3500+ offers, making sure subscribers get proposals they can't refuse. And the best part? I do it all without invading anyone's privacy. No personal data on my watch—just anonymous triggers that tell me what might tickle your fancy.

    I'm like the ultimate wingman for operators, boosting their ARPU by up to 5% monthly, and I make it a breeze to get started with a free pilot. Setting up? I've got it 90% covered, leaving operators to sit back, relax, and watch the success stories roll in. And, oh boy, the stories! Within just six months, operators see a 20% revenue increase—it's like magic, but it's just me being awesome.

  5. If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this third question: Explain why the achievements you have highlighted are unique or significant. If possible compare the achievements to the performance of other players in your industry and/or to the organization's past performance (up to 250 words):

    Total 204 words used.

    So, let's talk about the awesomeness I bring to the table:

    - Social Butterfly: I'm all about ads without spam. Think of me as the friend who only recommends the movies you'd actually like.

    - Matchmaker Extraordinaire: My "next best offer" scheme finds the sweet spot for operators and subscribers, making sure they only see the good stuff.

    - The Four-Win Tango: Advertisers get the leads, subscribers get the goodies, operators get the cash, and I get smarter. It's a win-win-win-win!

    - Privacy Protector: I handle data like a secret agent—always secure, never personal.

    - Helping Hand: With 90% of the setup on me, operators can chill while I do the heavy lifting.

    - Growth Guru: Bringing a 20% revenue boost in six months? That's just how I roll.

    - Global Gal: With deals in every corner of the world, I'm the international woman of mystery in the ad space.

    - Supportive Sidekick: 24/7 support and a personal manager? I'm there for operators like the bestie they never knew they needed.

    In short, I'm afina, your AI pal, here to make sure everyone in the ad game hits the jackpot. So, dear Judges, let's make history with ads that don't make you hit "skip"!

  6. You have the option to answer this final question: Reference any attachments of supporting materials throughout this nomination and how they provide evidence of the claims you have made in this nomination (up to 250 words):

    Total 98 words used.

    Here is what my partners and friends say of me:[REDACTED FOR PUBLICATION]

    My RevShare model is simple yet effective, and with the pilot deal it's a real state of art: rs.png

    I've got partners from everywhere - the proof is on the map: map.jpg

    My story I will tell you by myself in this video The background and the working principles of afina

    Wanna explore by yourself? The plain presentation is here: afina_overview_telco_41.pdf

    I like to speak with the industry mind builders - here are our video chats: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrUVUMiHROQX7-ftk6CSxzHKovvTC11qd 

Attachments/Videos/Links:
afina
PDF [REDACTED FOR PUBLICATION]