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Subscribe with A Date by Kate to have your dates planned for you & your partner in Ottawa, Ontario.

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Kate McNamara
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Hi Kickstarters, 

My name is Kate, an entrepreneur in Ottawa, Ontario. A Date by Kate is a business where I plan fun and interesting dates for couples. I craft these up so you don't have to look at your partner and say, "what do you want for dinner tonight?" Just leave it to me, get excited about the surprise ahead and follow the instructions!  

Meet Erin & Joel – they've been on A Date by Kate before!
Meet Erin & Joel – they've been on A Date by Kate before!

For the past two years, I've been planning custom dates for one couple at a time. I want to introduce a subscription model to my business so that people all over Ottawa can partake in my dates. 

There are endless possibilities for things to do in our city. These include, but are not limited to: activities, challenges, events, festivals, food and beverage consuming, romantic nudges or frolicking in the park. 

For the price of a fancy latte each month, you'll gain access to once-in-a-lifetime experiences that would have taken you hours to plan.

Having a third-party suggest ideas is always refreshing.
Having a third-party suggest ideas is always refreshing.

Couples will receive an e-mail every month with an 'agenda' laid out for them. Your travel info, maps, and itinerary will be included. There are elements that will be timely and others that will be more relaxed and up to you. You'll cover the costs of services, and I'll be in your corner ensuring that you'll have the best experience possible. Don't worry – I'll give you a heads up to let you know what the budget will be each month. 

Most experiences will have a little advantage; this could be a special deal, something on the house or a unique product / experience set up for my subscribers. They'll expire in 30 days – incentive to get off the couch and explore! I really enjoy supporting local shops and I want to keep their doors open for business :)

adatebykate.com
adatebykate.com

 

The biggest reason for this Kickstarter? I need to know how many couples I'm going to have to plan for. The hopeful start date is January 2017, which will give me a couple of months to get my itineraries in order. 

Risques et défis

Let's be realistic, this is a completely NEW concept I've been exploring for the past two years and with that comes a ton of Q&A's.

I'll need to ensure there's great communication with my subscribers. My packages and design will need to be very clear. My relationships with local businesses will be key in order to execute these dates smoothly. I've already made 30-40 solid connections in these first two years of business.

I'm a jill-of-all-trades and have done everything for this company: event planning, web design, social media, graphic design (with the exception of completing my logo) and now video-editing and promotion.

Being transparent with costs, I'm mobile which enables me to meet with clients all over the city and present my plans to them. My daily planner is my biggest organizational tool and printer ink/paper are continual supplies.

In the future, working with print shops and a video production company will only further my business and brand. I'll be switching web providers to set myself up for e-commerce.

The breadth of expenses will all depend on the number of couples who sign up for this, but luckily it's a business with minimal overhead and maximum motivation!

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  1. Sélectionner cette récompense

    Contribution de 10 $ ou plus Environ 8 $ USD

    What if I'm single? Not in Canada?

    I really appreciate your help with this project. One day it might be you out there showing PDA on A Date by Kate, or getting on a plane to see Ottawa, Ontario! Until then, I'd like to send you a postcard to say thanks around Valentine's Day <3

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    Contribution de 20 $ ou plus Environ 15 $ USD

    A little glimpse.

    1-month subscription, planned for two people.

    You will receive one date itinerary from Kate to explore Ottawa, Ontario. It will arrive in your inbox before January 2017 and you will have no idea what to expect. It's a complete surprise for you & your partner.

    *You'll receive your date access cards via snail mail.
    **Must be minimum 19 years of age.

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    Destination : Canada uniquement
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    Contribution de 50 $ ou plus Environ 38 $ USD

    Vegans & Gluten-Free folks unite!

    This subscription is a little different than the rest.

    During this 12-month project, I will ensure there are 3 of my itineraries that have vegan-friendly / gluten-free options available. These can be sent to you at any time during the year, keep this in mind! I'll give you a heads up the month before so you can save accordingly.

    So then,
    You will receive a total of 3 date itineraries from Kate to explore Ottawa, Ontario during this 2017 project. You will have no idea what to expect (other than peace of mind that there are definitely options for you). It's a complete surprise for you & your partner.

    *You'll receive your date access cards via snail mail.
    **Must be minimum 19 years of age.
    *** Think of this like a gym membership, but for love. This membership is non-transferrable and non-refundable.

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    Contribution de 50 $ ou plus Environ 38 $ USD

    Date Jar

    If you want to march to the beat of your own drum, this reward is for you.

    For pledging to this project, you'll be sent a date jar with 50 different tasks to complete with a partner or friend. As motivation, each time you complete one, upload a picture as proof to either facebook.com/adatebykate or on Instagram @adatebykate and *attach* #adatebykatejar so I can see! Each one gets you an entry for rewards throughout the year.

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    Contribution de 75 $ ou plus Environ 57 $ USD

    Half the fun.

    6-month subscription, planned monthly for two people.

    You will receive one date per month for six months. The first one will arrive in your inbox before January 2017 and you will have no idea what to expect. It's a complete surprise for you & your partner.

    *You'll receive your date access cards via snail mail.
    **Must be minimum 19 years of age.

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    Destination : Canada uniquement
    1 contributeur
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    Contribution de 100 $ ou plus Environ 76 $ USD

    2017 will be GREAT.

    ONE YEAR subscription, planned monthly for two people.

    You will receive one date per month for an entire year. The first one will arrive in your inbox before January 2017 and you will have no idea what to expect. This is the best value and works out to less than $9 a month for you & your partner.

    *You'll receive your date access cards via snail mail.
    **Must be minimum 19 years of age.

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    10 contributeurs
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    Contribution de 170 $ ou plus Environ 130 $ USD

    One Year + a BrewDonkey Tour: NOV 19/16

    ONE YEAR subscription to A Date by Kate, planned monthly for two people.

    + 2 seats on a 2-stop BrewDonkey Tour ($140 value). This is a private AD8BYK8 tour that will be on Saturday, November 19, 2016 from 1 pm - 4 pm. I'll be there, so you can expect a huge thank you hug!

    Subscription:
    You will receive one date per month for an entire year. The first one will arrive in your inbox before January 2017 and you will have no idea what to expect. This is the best value and works out to less than $9 a month for you & your partner.

    *You'll receive your date access cards via snail mail.
    **Must be minimum 19 years of age.

    Includes
    • 2 Seats on 2-Stop BrewDonkey Tour ($140 value) NOV 19 from 1-4 PM
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    Stock limité (il en reste 22 sur 24) 2 contributeurs
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    Contribution de 200 $ ou plus Environ 153 $ USD

    Buy one, gift one!

    2 x Subscriptions for 2017's dates, planned monthly for two people.

    This option is great for any upcoming weddings, holidays, anniversaries or birthday parties. It's giving the gift of fun experiences ;)

    Each couple will receive one date per month for an entire year. The first one will arrive in your inbox before January 2017 and you will have no idea what to expect. This is the best value and works out to less than $9 a month for each couple.

    *You'll receive your date access cards via snail mail.
    **Must be minimum 19 years of age.

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    Contribution de 500 $ ou plus Environ 382 $ USD

    Treat your employees, eh? Eh?

    5 x Subscriptions for 2017's dates, planned monthly for two people.

    This option is great for business owners who want to treat their employees to something special. Just think, the water cooler chats will be so much more interesting now!

    Each couple will receive one date per month for an entire year. The first date will arrive in each inbox before January 2017 and you will have no idea what to expect. There may be deals that will motivate you to use them by the end of the month when they expire! This is the best value and works out to less than $9 a month for each couple.

    *You'll receive your date access cards via snail mail.
    **Must be minimum 19 years of age.

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    Contribution de 1 000 $ ou plus Environ 765 $ USD

    Christmas shopping is complete.

    8 x Subscriptions for 2017's dates, planned monthly for two people.

    You'll also receive one of my 'old school' custom dates. Here, you'll answer an in-depth questionnaire so I can get to know you and your partner a bit better. Then I'll personalize one of my dates, print it off and deliver it to you so that we can meet and I can hug you to say thanks for supporting my dream job!

    Each couple will receive one date per month for an entire year. The first date will arrive in each inbox before January 2017 and you will have no idea what to expect. There may be deals that will motivate you to use them by the end of the month when they expire! This is the best value and works out to less than $9 a month for each couple.

    *You'll receive your date access cards via snail mail.
    **Must be minimum 19 years of age.

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