NEC X, the Silicon Valley venture studio, celebrates Clikr’s graduation from its prestigious Elev X! Ignite program. With a strategic investment from NEC X, Clikr is transforming customer engagement through its AI-powered MarTech platform, enhancing authentic user-generated video content and reshaping brand interactions.

1. Clikr’s AI-Powered MarTech Innovation

• Offers advanced tools for shareable video reviews and feedback authenticity.
• Helps brands turn passive customers into loyal advocates.
• Creates monetization opportunities for users and influencers.

2. Impact on Brand Engagement and E-Commerce

• Drives deeper connections between brands and target audiences.
• Boosts product exposure, web traffic, and sales conversions.
• Recent research shows user-generated reviews can increase purchase likelihood by 270% or more.

3. NEC X’s Investment and Support

• NEC X invested in Clikr to scale its operations.
• Clikr participated in NEC X’s Elev X! Ignite program, refining its technology and business model.
• Collaboration with NEC technologies holds potential to enrich purchasing experiences.

4. Success in the Fashion and Beauty Industries

• Clikr is gaining traction as a go-to platform for fashion and beauty brands transitioning to social commerce.
• Features include shoppable videos, real-time creator impact monitoring, and top-advocate screening.

5. Quotes from Leaders

• Shintaro Matsumoto, CEO of NEC X: "Clikr embodies the spirit of innovation and excellence."
• Laura Khoudari-Rico, CEO of Clikr: "The Elev X! Ignite program has accelerated our growth and mission to transform customer engagement."

6. Elev X! Ignite Program Overview

• Six- to nine-month program supporting early-stage startups.
• Offers up to $200K in equity funding, engineering expertise, and R&D resources.
• Clikr joined as part of Batch 10, beginning in Q3 2023.

With NEC X’s support and the successful completion of the Elev X! Ignite program, Clikr is ready to revolutionize customer engagement and redefine how brands connect with audiences. Its innovative approach to social commerce positions Clikr for significant market impact and growth.