ACQ2 by Acquired Travel for the Creator Economy
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Apr 15, 2022 
Nick Poggi and Lauren Schneider, co-founders of TrovaTrip, share their journey of revolutionizing travel for the creator economy. They discuss how they transitioned from bootstrapping to booking over 10,000 travelers, even during the pandemic. The duo highlights the importance of community engagement over mere follower counts and their innovative strategies to tap into influencer partnerships. They also delve into the nuances of measuring success in content creation and how technology is enhancing travel experiences and efficiency.
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Pivot to Creators
- TrovaTrip initially focused on group travel for young professionals, struggling with customer acquisition.
- They pivoted after partnering with a travel blogger who hosted successful trips to Bali.
Creator Credibility
- Traveling with a known creator adds credibility and kinship to the experience.
- This leverages existing trust and shared interests within the creator's audience.
Creators as Hosts
- Creators host and monetize trips, solving TrovaTrip's customer acquisition problem.
- This aligns incentives and leverages the creator's existing audience and trust.