Modern Toastmasters Franchise

Shaan proposes turning Nick Gray's "2-Hour Cocktail Party" concept into a modern version of Toastmasters, focused on teaching people how to host great social gatherings through local chapters and systematized methods.

Key Points:

• Core Concept:

  • Create local chapters like Toastmasters
  • Focus on teaching people how to host awesome get-togethers
  • Members pay dues to be part of the organization

• Training System:

  • New hosts fly out for in-person training
  • Learn proven hosting methods and systems
  • Get trained on how to create structured social experiences

• Chapter Structure:

  • Open local chapters in different areas
  • Members dedicate themselves to hosting quality gatherings
  • Build international network of social hosts

• Business Model:

  • Membership dues (similar to Toastmasters' $25M+ annual dues)
  • Training programs and certification
  • Potential to be larger than Toastmasters due to broader appeal

• Value Proposition:

  • Helps people build better social lives
  • Creates structured system for hosting successful gatherings
  • Addresses growing problem of social isolation
  • Builds local communities of people interested in hosting events