F.A.Q.

For Entrepreneurs:

What is SandCrate?
SandCrate is all about making connections. It was started by entrepreneurs to provide the tools and network that so many of us are lacking. We bring together creative, artistic entrepreneur and like minded people to conceive, connect and create.

I already use LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter, why should I join SandCrate too?
When you join SandCrate.com, you create an extensive profile that helps you search for other Creationistas and Strategic Partners to assemble a “perfect storm” team who will help you find the resources, talents and expertise that is needed to give your ideas a chance to become a financial success. SandCrate.com is the tool and network that will give birth to a new breed of entrepreneurs where talented people from around the world will come together to break away from the corporate structure and create their own destiny.(Agree)

Why should I post my idea on SandCrate.com?
We have learned from past experiences that if you bring creative people together they will feed on each others’ strengths and create solutions to opportunities.

Who can join SandCrate?
Anyone who has an idea, a creation, or a talent to express and has entrepreneurship flowing through their veins.

Do you have to be an established entrepreneur to join?
No, our site is for anyone who wants to create their own destiny.

How do I join SandCrate?
It is as easy as clicking on the Join Us tab.

Is SandCrate a free membership?
Our basic membership is free.

I don’t have an idea, but I’d like to work for a startup, can I join?
Yes, the truth of the matter is that success is not achieved by the efforts of one but rather by the talents, expertise and passions of many.

How do I know my idea will be safe?
We believe that our tool, “line in the sand” and having members use confidentiality agreements when discussing their ideas with members and Strategic Partners will protect the ownership of ideas on our site. But as with anything in life, nothing is 100% perfect. We can also help you get a patent (link to an information page on obtaining a patent)

Do I need a patent first before I can put my idea on SandCrate?
To submit you idea on our site you do not need to have a patent.

I have a great idea but don’t know where to start, can SandCrate help me?
At SandCrate we help entrepreneurs cut through the clutter and engage with other members and Strategic Partners to avoid the same road blocks they would face by going it alone.

What controls does SandCrate have in place to protect my idea?
On our site we have a tool that documents and records the date and time an idea is added to the site.

I have a small business service company (website design, consulting, bookkeeping, etc) can I join to solicit members?
SandCrate is constantly partnering with successful companies, organizations and individuals who have resources that our members need.

How do I start to build my team?
By upgrading to a paying membership you will able to search through member profiles to connect with members and Strategic Partners that have the expertise, talents and resources that you lack to make your idea successful.

How do Strategic Partners and Investors find me on SandCrate?
Based on their criteria for adding new products, Strategic Partners and Investors will search on the profiles of our members to find matches that fit with their goals for adding new streams of revenue.

What are the benefits of posting my ideas, talents or resources on SandCrate instead of doing it on my own?
No matter what your mission in life is, it will require the assistance and cooperation of other talented people. Working with other members and Strategic Partners, you will not face the same road blocks you would have by going it along. Through connections on our site you will build a motivated team that will compliment your abilities and increase your odds of making your idea a financial success.

Can I remove an idea that I submitted on SandCrate?
The member who submits the idea can remove their idea from the site at any time.

Does SandCrate review ideas before they are submitted?
All ideas are initially accepted on the site but our executive team reviews all ideas added and if not appropriate they will be removed from the site after discussing with the member who submitted the idea.


For Strategic Partners:

Who are Strategic Partners?
Strategic Partners are a group of successful companies, organizations and individuals who are looking to add a new stream of revenue to their company by creating a successful business venture with entrepreneurs who have ideas but lack the resources to be successful.

What type of Strategic Partners are SandCrate looking for?
SandCrate serves as a lifeline to undiscovered artists, musicians, writers, game developers, fashion designers, film makers, entrepreneurs, inventors and independent thinkers. The Strategic Partners that we are looking for should have the passion and resources to work with our community.

Can I become a Strategic Partner?
We are always to looking to broaden our network of Strategic Partners and if you have the resources that our members are in need of then we would like to discuss this opportunity with you. Send us an email at info@sandcrate.com

How does a member work with Strategic Partners?
Paying members can search through our site for Strategic Partners that have the talents, expertise and resources they need with their project.

Are there are any opportunities for advertising on the site?
At this point we do not have any opportunities to advertise on our site.

How much does it cost to become a Strategic Partner?
There is no cost to become a partner.

What are the benefits of becoming a Strategic Partner?
Working with innovative entrepreneurs

I would be interested in trying out SandCrate but I can’t commit any resources. What are the Strategic Partner obligations?
There are no financial obligations. Strategic Partners can search our site for projects to work on. Once a Strategic Partner finds a project he is interested in they must sign a confidentiality agreement so the member and partner are protected.

Are there any risks in becoming a Strategic Partner?
There is no cost to join and the Strategic Partner decides on what amount of financial risk they are willing to take working on projects with our members.

Does SandCrate receive a % of any partnership that is made among members and Strategic Partners?
SandCrate does not receive a % of any partnership that is formed among members and Strategic Partners