In the vibrant heart of Barcelona, Ebby embarked on a transformative journey, initially motivated by aspirations of climbing the corporate ladder through her Executive MBA program at ESADE. As she immersed herself in her studies, her aspirations took a profound turn as she discovered her true passion – making a real impact and empowering marginalised communities.

 

Ebby's journey was guided by a deep commitment to addressing the exploitation faced by women and marginalised communities. She contemplated several industries that are marred by systemic inequalities. Among the industries under consideration were informal labour markets, agriculture and farming, domestic work and sweatshops.

 

Throughout her exploration of these sectors, Ebby recognised the harsh realities faced by those toiling within them. She saw how these individuals were often subject to exploitative conditions and a lack of essential rights and protections. It was during this introspection that she turned her attention to the age-old industry of sex work, which she realised was in dire need of transformation.

 

Sex work, Ebby realised, was stuck in a bygone era and dominated by an oligopoly. The methods of advertising and connecting buyers and sellers were outdated, leaving numerous sex workers vulnerable. Ebby envisioned a brighter future for sex workers and saw that this outdated industry needed a radical change. She reached out to sex workers across the UK to gain a deep understanding of the multifaceted challenges faced by sex workers, then she set her sights on revolutionising the entire industry.

 

Ebby envisioned an ethical escort advertising platform that would apply the Uber model to emergency love, catapulting it into the digital age. Her vision was to create a safe, transparent and stigma-free environment for everyone involved. Her business concept prioritised the wellbeing of sex workers, championed ESG values and aimed to provide a platform where buyers and sellers could connect respectfully, seamlessly and discreetly.

 

The momentum behind ChiccaChicca's visionary concept surged when Ebby shared it with Grant, who brought a wealth of expertise from his background in investment banking and corporate law. Grant, recognising the immense potential in Ebby's vision, eagerly joined the journey, adding invaluable strategic and legal insights.

 

Ebby, a qualified accountant, contributed her financial and operational acumen, complemented by her strategic planning skills. Grant's background in investment banking enriched the venture with financial strategy and business development expertise. His experience as a corporate lawyer ensured that every aspect of the platform complied with legal requirements, safeguarding the rights and security of all users.

 

ChiccaChicca now stands as a testament to their unwavering vision and commitment to empowering the sex work community. Their journey, which evolved from corporate aspirations to revolutionary entrepreneurship, reflects their deep desire to create a more just and compassionate world while driving substantial change within a long-overlooked and marginalised industry.

 

ChiccaChicca’s mission is clear. To:

 

• Optimise sex workers' physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

• Destigmatise sex work, promoting understanding, empathy and respect for all industry stakeholders.

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Welcome to ChiccaChicca.