WE HEAR YOU.
Drivers want to be heard. They have dreams. They are talented. They have families and loved ones - people they will do anything for. Many times these hard workers - these gig economy workers - go unseen and are thought to be “less than,” simply because their work is unconventional, not corporate and unscripted. Many are in the hardest times of their lives, but have not given up. They are heroic and courageous, because no matter what, they hold on to the belief that life will get better. They are “the hopeful” in our society. They have plans, they have goals and they are tenacious. They have heart and are indomitable. PAID understands them well and wants them to know us. To every rideshare driver out there, “We Hear You.”
HOW IT WORKS
The PAID Business Model
PAID customers (Music Owners/Labels and Advertisers) pay PAID to be a part of our playlist and gain access to our PAID Driver Network. Drivers download the PAID Music App and play the playlist for their riders. We pay the PAID Drivers through the app for playing the music. It's that simple.
PAID TEAM
MARVIN WINANS JR.
CEO/Founder
Marvin, a Grammy-nominated artist and producer, has possibly been on a road to PAID since he was 9 years old. He recalls the time, where as a kid, he precociously, inquired of a New York City taxi driver, the process in which to acquire a medallion in order to own his own taxi. The $12,000 cost was a bit out of his reach at the time. However, now, as the CEO and Founder of Paid Technologies, Inc., he hopes to merge his musical background and expertise, his youthful, entrepreneurial curiosity and his experience driving over 2,000 rideshare trips, in order to further highlight and rejuvenate, the historically, mutually beneficial intersection of the music and transportation industries.
KRISTEN CORONA
Director of Driver Relations
Kristen is not all heart... But it would be very hard to tell. She loves people and it shows from the very moment you meet her. A visionary, she is always looking for opportunities to enhance the obvious, make the mundane more rewarding and bring life to the status quo. Her leadership is refreshing to all around her. Her background in promotions and her years of experience as a rideshare driver and gig economy worker position her as the perfect person to lead and develop the PAID driver network. She understands the needs of our drivers and wants God's best for every single person partnering with Paid Technologies, Inc.
AMY ALONSO
Chief Operations Designer
Amy is a breath of fresh air in the corporate sense. She is focused on the data and diligent about achieving goals. However, her sweet spirit and bright attitude, ensure she is not the only one working with a smile. Helping to build the systems and procedures for Paid Technologies, Inc. from the ground up, she is keenly aware of the functionality behind PAID's slogan, "We Hear You" and what goes into making that a reality for all.
ADVISORS
SEAN AUSTIN
Advisor/Co-Founder
Former Spotify music programming lead for North America. Was responsible for creation, programming and management of Today’s Top Hits.
Extensive technology and startup background. Founder and adviser to many firms.
PAUL FIORE
Advisor
Paul Fiore is Founder and CEO of CU Wallet. Previously, Mr. Fiore was CEO of hospitality focused mobile payments service TabbedOut.
In 2000, Future Banker Magazine honored him as one of the top 25 most influential personalities in the financial services industry.
CEE BARRETT
Advisor
Cee Barrett is a music industry executive and current director of Urban music at BMI, Inc.
He lends PAID his extensive relationships in the entertainment industry from artists, managers and executives in all genres of music and the music business.
FAQ
Things you may be wondering...
HOW MUCH WILL I GET PAID FOR USING THE APP?
The answer to this question depends on how much you drive while using the app. Once Beta Testing is complete and the app is officially launched, the "payout" feature of the PAID application will be "turned on." At that point, the average user can expect to make an extra $50/month, based on about 4 hours per day for 25 days. If you are a full time driver doing 8 to 12 hours per day, you can expect anywhere from $100-$150 per month. There are also bonuses for driver referrals and offers from music labels and advertisers that are exclusive for our PAID drivers.
WHAT IS BETA TESTING AND HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
Beta Testing is the time we as a company are using to make sure that our app is working properly. That means getting feedback from drivers about any issues and concerns with the app and working out internal operational procedures to make our app ready to launch publicly in app stores. This time is crucial because it will make sure our drivers and customers are getting the product they deserve.
Beta Testing is currently happening until June 28th, 2021*, the date of our planned official launch.
*This date is subject to be changed.
DO DRIVERS GET PAID DURING BETA TESTING?
The answer is yes and no.
No, because the app has not officially launched and the processes to pay drivers will be implemented closer to launch. Also, in building our driver network during our Beta Test, we will be positioned to secure paying partners (labels/advertisers) and investors.
Yes, because many drivers will receive cash bonuses as a "thank you" from PAID or as a part of a sign up reward. These cash bonuses are paid at the discretion of PAID executives and are based on a mutual agreement between PAID and drivers. Cash bonuses don't necessarily apply to every driver.
PAID also offers PAID Partner Bonus Rewards to drivers.
WHAT ARE PAID PARTNER DRIVER BONUSES?
These bonuses provide vendors with an opportunity to promote through our Driver network resulting in discounts and free stuff for our drivers. Some PAID Partner Bonus Rewards may be connected to an incentive promotion for using the PAID Music App while driving. Each promotion has its own rules and incentives that unlock the reward. Rewards may be unlocked by reaching various goals including: weekly stream count, QR Code scan count etc.
If you still have questions, please write us an email to feedback@paidtechnologies.com.