Nicola Gunby, Founder and CMO of CLIQ, is dedicated to revitalising social media by enhancing networking and community engagement. CLIQ is a social networking app designed to foster connections among users with shared interests and values, both online and offline.
Before establishing CLIQ, Nicola founded AMB Beauty, a pioneering beauty tech start-up. AMB Beauty was among the first SaaS/Marketplace platforms for freelance beauty professionals, enabling users to easily browse and book services. In 2021, AMB was recognised as the top beauty/tech start-up and was subsequently acquired by Revolution Beauty PLC, leading to the creation of MY REV.
With experience in building one of the fastest-growing communities in the beauty sector, Nicola is focused on developing platforms that inspire change and facilitate community building through technology. Her current mission with CLIQ addresses the loneliness pandemic by providing a space for users to connect with like-minded individuals, form communities, and participate in interest-based groups and events.
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Nicola Gunby, founder and CMO of CLIQ, brings her innovative approach to building communities and fostering meaningful connections to this keynote talk. Drawing on her success with CLIQ and her previous beauty tech start-up, Nicola shares her insights into entrepreneurship, Gen Z dynamics, and the future of social networking. Attendees will discover how to leverage tech to create inspiring platforms and build lasting communities—both online and offline. Learn how to spark change and make an impact in today’s digital landscape.
