Diane Walters
Diane Walters
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Artist, Teacher, Entrepreneur

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Laura Onyi Ibikunle-Kareem
Learner
April 2, 2025
Project feedback
Through this collaboration i gained essential viewpoints that allowed me and members of my team to develop market positioning and competitive differentiation as well as growth strategies specific to Art Escape’s unique offerings. The engagement included a thorough competitive analysis of Art Escape, highlighting its unique features like individualized mentoring and community integration. Insights into market expansion revealed exciting prospects in wellness-focused events, corporate retreats, and digital program creation. In order to maintain a strong market position, it is advised that future initiatives create organized implementation plans, specify key performance indicators for market expansion activities, and guarantee continuous competitive benchmarking. Overall, this collaboration has been quite fruitful, demonstrating the importance of strategic thinking in promoting corporate expansion. I value the chance to help shape Art Escape's strategic direction and I am eager for possible future partnerships to expand on these discoveries.
University Canada West
Strategic Management (Winter 2025.3)
University Canada West
Earth studios
Competitive Landscape and Market Expansion Analysis for Earth Studios
Earth studios
Katherine Lamothe
Learner
February 24, 2025
Project feedback
Diane was a great employer! As a first time Riipen employee, I have nothing but positive things to say about the program. eARth studios is an incredible business that is multifaceted, accessible, enjoyable, and easy to support. Diane was an incredible teacher and I learned a lot, about not only potential career options, but ceramics, art, and the importance of having a job that you are passionate about.
Thompson Rivers University (TRU)
Level UP: Thompson Rivers University (September - February 2025)
Thompson Rivers University (TRU)
Earth studios
Ceramic Arts Fusion Marketing Strategy
Earth studios
Zeeshan Gazi
Learner
August 20, 2025
Project feedback
I had a great time working with Diane and am grateful to have contributed to a project I truly believe has great potential!
Riipen Level UP 🚀
Level UP July 2025 Cohort
Riipen Level UP 🚀
Teachinngintothefuture.com
Online Course Market Expansion Analysis
Teachinngintothefuture.com

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Earth studios
Earth studios
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Appointment Scheduling Design for Open Studio at Earth Studios

Our company has been serving customers for decades. We need a calendar schedule for open studio slots available so it is easy for my customers access and use. We would like to collaborate with students to design an improved appointment scheduling system. This will involve several different steps for the students, including: Familiarizing themselves with our company’s target market, products and services. Researching features of scheduling designs. Producing a wireframe or mock-up of the resulting system’s user interface. Testing the design with users and making improvements. Bonus steps in the process would also include: Recommending new features to include in our appointment scheduling system. Prototyping multiple possible scheduling designs.

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Category Graphic design + 2
Open
Earth studios
Earth studios
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Optimizing Web Presence for Earth Studios

Earth Studios is seeking to enhance its online presence by improving the functionality and search engine performance of its existing websites. The project involves identifying and fixing broken links and updating meta descriptions to ensure optimal search engine visibility. Additionally, the project will explore strategies for building quality backlinks, which are crucial for improving search engine rankings. Another key aspect of the project is to research and implement an alternative to IFrames, which can enhance website performance and user experience. This project provides an opportunity for learners to apply their knowledge of web development and SEO strategies in a practical setting, focusing on tasks that are closely related and manageable within a limited timeframe. We need to make sure that every page on the website has clear user friendly CTA’s.

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Category Search engine optimization + 1
Open
Earth studios
Earth studios
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

“Earth Studios Online: Expanding Creativity Securely and Sustainably”

Goal: Build efficient systems to deliver seamless visitor experiences and support sustainable growth. Cybersecurity & Cloud Security As Earth Studios grows and welcomes more visitors, securing operational systems and customer data is essential. Protect guest information and payment details with  robust cybersecurity measures . Transition bookings and record-keeping to  secure cloud-based systems . Establish privacy protocols that meet tourism industry standards. Benefit:  Builds visitor trust and ensures safe, reliable studio operations. 2.  Project Management & Operations To deliver a seamless guest experience, Earth Studios needs clear systems for managing programs and resources. Develop efficient  scheduling and resource management tools  for workshops and events. Coordinate with instructors, artists, and suppliers for smooth day-to-day operations. Create structures that support future growth, including seasonal programming. Benefit:  Enhances guest experience while optimizing internal workflows.

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Category Cloud technologies + 1
Open
Teachinngintothefuture.com
Teachinngintothefuture.com
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Online Course Market Expansion Analysis

Teachinngintothefuture.com, an educational consultation company, is seeking to expand its presence in the online course market. The goal of this project is to analyze current market trends, identify potential growth opportunities, and recommend strategies for market expansion. The project will involve researching competitor offerings, understanding target demographics, and evaluating the effectiveness of current marketing strategies. Learners will apply their knowledge of market analysis, data interpretation, and strategic planning to develop a comprehensive report. This project provides an opportunity to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in a real-world business context, focusing on the rapidly evolving online education sector.

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Category Market research + 3
Open