Isaac Hayes III, entrepreneur and music producer, discusses the peer-to-peer subscription model and the rise of subscriptions on social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter. He sees this as a validation of his platform, Fanbase, which aims to uplift creators of color who other platforms have underserved. He believes every social media platform has its time and will eventually be replaced by a new platform geared toward the younger generation. He also talks about the importance of persistence and questioning societal norms in pursuing success. The Fanbase app is available for download on iOS and Android.
Isaac Hayes III is an entrepreneur and music producer based in Atlanta. He is the Founder and CEO of Fanbase, a social media platform that focuses on peer-to-peer subscriptions and aims to uplift creators of color.
(01:41) Introduction to Isaac Hayes III
(02:20) What he thinks of social media platforms copying the peer-to-peer subscription model he created
(03:42) His belief that every social media platform will live and die
(04:39) Why Fanbase is the next logical platform for Gen Z and Gen Alpha
(05:05) The importance of providing subscriptions and monetization for ALL users
(05:57) His decision to pursue crowdfunding to raise capital
(07:08) How equity crowdfunding offers the opportunity for everyday people to invest
(08:00) Motivation to allow people to own part of a tech startup
(09:57) The power of persistence and questioning societal norms
(15:12) How to download Fanbase and connect with Isaac Hayes III
