From sponsor to industry leader: how events become launchpads

When we think about Zebu Live, what stands out most isn't the stage or the venue. It's the projects that shared part of their journey with us, and the milestones they went on to hit.

Superteam UK

In 2023, Superteam UK came on board to represent Solana in the UK. Since then, their community has grown to more than 150 active members, creating over $1M in community GDP. We've welcomed their founders on stage, been the backdrop for their announcements and watched them shape the ecosystem year after year.

Alkimi

Alkimi joined as our Title Sponsor in 2024. Today they're building with Sui to bring trust and verification to a $750B advertising industry. Zebu Live was one of the first places they shared that story with the wider community.

REKT

REKT came with a booth. It was the start of something bigger. Since then, they've grown into a global brand, teaming up with Base, MoonPay and NASDAQ-listed companies.

What these stories have in common

• Timing. They showed up at the right moment, early enough that the story was still being written.
• Consistency. They came back. One appearance gets noticed, repeat appearances build a reputation.
• Story over logo. They used the stage to say something, not just to be seen.
• Community. The relationships kept working long after the event ended.

That's what a good event is built to do: give ambitious projects a stage at the right moment, and a community that celebrates their growth long after. If you want to tell your story next, book a call with our team.

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