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Fashion finder, AI for podcasters & buyer-first ecomm
Hey Founders and Friends,
Welcome back to the StartupStage newsletter, where we showcase the companies curated by you, the startup community!
Today weโre featuring three great companies:
iWand: Discover your favorite outfits with AI
Ques.AI: AI Assistant for Podcasters that reduces distribution effort by 80%
Hermes Hub: A social marketplace where needs meet creations
Read more below ๐๏ธ
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The Weekly Roundup
Revolutionizing Fashion with an AI Stylist

The Problem ๐ค
Finding the perfect outfit is difficult and time-consuming.
The Solution ๐จ
iWand provides an AI-powered stylist that offers users access to a wide range of fashion products, utilizing cutting-edge AI models to replace traditional search and categorization methods.
How it Works โ
Users leverage the platform's AI-driven recommendation engine to discover fashion products based on their unique preferences.
Call to Action ๐ค
Visit their site for a different experience of discovering fashion products.
โFounders, prioritize understanding the market and meeting customer needs for a thriving startup. Embrace a customer-centric approach, prioritize user experience, and stay adaptable to market trends. This is the key to long-term success in entrepreneurship.โ
The AI Assistant for Podcasters

The Problem ๐ค
Creating accurate transcriptions, summaries, and promotional content for podcasts is a time-consuming task that hinders the podcasting process.
The Solution ๐จ
Ques.ai provides an AI-powered platform that optimizes podcast post-production by transforming audio content into various marketing materials, reducing manual transcription and promotion efforts.
How it Works โ
Users connect their RSS feed or YouTube link, and the platform indexes their catalog. Once an episode is selected, the system generates tailored marketing materials, such as show notes, blog posts, landing pages, and social posts
Traction ๐
Podcast teams have reported increased audience engagement and growth after implementing Ques AI's solutions, reducing distribution effort by up to 80%.
Call to Action ๐ค
If you're a podcaster or part of a podcast team, book a call with Ques.AI's team to experience the power of their intelligent podcast transcript generator and amplify your podcast growth while freeing up time for content creation.
โYou will never know if there's a market until you explore the market and not just rely on the secondary research!โ
Revolutionizing E-commerce for Buyers and Sellers

The Problem ๐ค
Current e-commerce platforms overly prioritize sellers, which affects the buyer's experience and makes it difficult to properly vet and evaluate sellers.
The Solution ๐จ
Hermes Hub is a buyer-centric platform that offers a user-friendly interface for discovering, connecting, and transacting with trustworthy sellers, featuring a dedicated space for sellers to showcase products, direct communication, and secure in-app payments.
How it Works โ
Buyers can easily find and connect with trusted sellers through Hermes Hub's platform, utilizing features such as the Trusted Seller Showcase, Request System, and Direct Communication, all while ensuring secure transactions via the in-app payment gateway.
Call to Action ๐ค
Hermes Hub invites readers to become a part of their thriving community. There are several ways to get involved and support the platform:
Join the WhatsApp Group: Early adopters can join the Hermes Hub WhatsApp group to stay connected with the team and receive updates. It's an opportunity to engage directly with the founders and be part of the platform's growth.
Spread the Word: Help Hermes Hub reach more buyers and sellers by talking about the platform publicly. Follow them on X, share their posts, engage with their content, and encourage others to join the community.
โCreate a strong mindset to navigate challenges, because there's going to be a lot of them. Be ready to fail a couple of times. But, if you truly believe in what you're doing, pick yourself up and try again.โ

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