The New Communicators is a three-day series of events intended to inspire and educate on new ways of communicating with people. These events can be created by anyone interested in sharing their lessons, wisdom and advice on these new ways of communicating to anyone interested in attending. Are you interested in learning more?
Now in its seventh iteration, Ignite Portland has become a regular institution for showcasing the city’s creativity, passion, and craziness. This inspirational evening of community presentations and conversation always leaves our fevered brains buzzing with new ideas. But once it’s over, how are you taking that excitement and carrying it into other areas of your [...]
You went to the Rosey Awards, then maybe to an after party, and you had a great time. A week later, what sticks with you about the Roseys? Was it the performance? The drinks? The work that was awarded for its excellence? Was it winning an award yourself?
How we reward hard work, innovation, meeting (and exceeding) client goals, and just plain awesome design says a lot about what we value as designers and creative people. I’ve always been interested in how celebrations of design and awards shows affect the communities they serve, from award winners down to party attendees and their coworkers.
Let’s gather for coffee and talk about awards shows in Portland and what they mean to you, your business, and the work you create.
When: Friday, November 13 from 8:00am – 10:00am.
Where: Downtown Stumptown, 128 SW 3rd Ave. (in the back at the couches)
PS: This will be the first in a series of post-event coffee conversations focused on sharing what you loved/hated/found inspiring about creative community events in Portland. Hint: look for one the morning after Ignite!
Really, that’s why I’m involved with The New Communicators team. When this whole kernel of an idea came about during a Likeminds coffee gathering, I immediately knew I had to be part of helping a Portland-wide event come to be. Back at Webvisions 2009, DL Byron of Bikehugger (whom Erin mentioned earlier) challenged us all to “do epic shit.” That means challenging myself to be part of a larger idea and to facilitate meaningful conversations and communities.