The Builders in the Room – Community Looks Like This
On February 24th, Creative Collective and Salem Rotary came together at The Hawthorne Hotel for The Mixer: A Collaborative Winter Celebration — and what started as a cocktail reception turned into something much bigger. Nearly 200 people packed the Grand Ballroom for an evening of food, music, photo experiences, and genuine community energy. But the heart of the night was
She Went to Rome Anyway: Edmonia Lewis, Creative Noncompliance, and Why the Room Matters
By John Andrews | Content Director, Creative Collective | February 2026 On Wednesday night, a group of us stood inside something historic. The Peabody Essex Museum opened its doors for a press and influencer preview of Edmonia Lewis: Said in Stone — the first major retrospective devoted to a nineteenth-century sculptor who was told, in every way a society can tell someone, that
Lived Experience Leadership with Shantel Alix Fernandez
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a podcast from Creative Collective that amplifies the voices and stories of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. In each episode, host Mikki Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique journey, what drives her, and where she’s headed next. Local economies
How One Hat Inspired Handmade Crochet Accessories for Julianna Donovan
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a podcast from Creative Collective that amplifies the voices and stories of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. In each episode, host Mikki L. Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique journey, what drives her, and where she’s headed next. Local
North Shore Photographer Tracey Westgate: Beyond the Lens
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a podcast from Creative Collective that amplifies the voices and stories of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. In each episode, host Mikki Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique journey, what drives her, and where she’s headed next. Local
Dr. Tariana V. Little – Social Impact Storytelling™ for Change
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a podcast from Creative Collective that amplifies the voices and stories of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. In each episode, host Mikki Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique journey, what drives her, and where she’s headed next. Local economies
Celebrating 60 Years of North Shore Community College: A Community Milestone
Celebrating 60 Years of North Shore Community College: A Community Milestone It Started With a Dream and 474 Neighbors Back in 1964, something special happened in our North Shore community. A small group of 474 students, 15 dedicated faculty members, and a borrowed space in Beverly came together with a shared belief: that everyone deserves access to quality education. As
Beyond the Pantry with Robyn Burns: The Power of Food to Build Community
Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a podcast from Creative Collective that amplifies the voices and stories of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. In each episode, host Mikki Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique journey, what drives her, and where she’s headed next. Local economies
From Theater to TikTok: How Lauren Carter Reilly Found Her Authentic Voice When the Stage Went Dark
About the Podcast Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a Creative Collective podcast that goes beyond the brand and into the authentic journeys of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. Each episode, host Mikki Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique path, what drives her, and where
Trails & Sails: Where History’s Ghosts Come Alive
Essex County’s Most Haunted Free Event Series Every September, Essex County’s darkest secrets emerge during Trails & Sails – 16 days of free events that unlock the paranormal history hiding in plain sight. This isn’t just Massachusetts’ beloved heritage festival; it’s your gateway to the supernatural stories that shaped one of America’s most haunted regions. For 24 years, Essex National
