
Building Inclusive Fashion: Die With Your Boots On’s Bold Journey – Creativity Connects Ep.5
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

Authentic Women Entrepreneurs: Beyond the Brand Stories – Introducing the Creativity Connects Podcast
The entrepreneurial journey rarely follows a predictable path. For authentic women entrepreneurs, building meaningful businesses often means navigating unexpected pivots, embracing vulnerability, and finding strength in community connection. “Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson” is a Creative Collective podcast launched to amplify the voices and stories of women-owned businesses within the Creative Collective business program. Known as “The Dot Connector,” Mikki

Elena Rodgers: From Event Freelancer to Creative Community Leader
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

Uniting the Creative Sector: Together We Rise Against Arts Funding Cuts
As creatives, community builders, and culture makers, we face a pivotal moment for our sector’s future. The Trump administration’s recent attacks on arts and humanities funding represent an existential threat to America’s vibrant cultural infrastructure. Recent developments—from mass cancellation of NEA grants to proposed elimination of major cultural agencies—demand that we stand together. [Sources: NPR, Seattle Times] The Unfolding Crisis

17th Annual North of Boston Tourism Summit 2025 Highlights
Strong Tourism Recovery and Future Growth The 17th Annual North of Boston Tourism Summit 2025, held at the Boston Peabody Marriott, brought together tourism leaders, elected officials, and industry stakeholders for a comprehensive day of insight and collaboration. The event, organized by the North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau (NBCVB) under the leadership of Executive Director Nancy Gardella, demonstrated

Innovative Partnership Unveiled: Inc.ubate Coworking Joins Forces with The Lynn Music Foundation
In an exhilarating development for the North Shore’s creative community, Inc.ubate Coworking and The Lynn Music Foundation have announced a groundbreaking partnership. This collaboration allows Inc.ubate Coworking members to access the state-of-the-art podcasting studio, Bank Block Recording Studio, and top-notch equipment – a significant boost for local creatives and entrepreneurs. Loading the Elevenlabs AudioNative Player… The Genesis of Collaboration This

The Salem Pantry Introduces “The Truck”
MEMBER UPDATE! The Salem Pantry Introduces “The Truck” New Mobile Pantry Vehicle to Enhance Food Distribution in The Community The Salem Pantry will majorly update its mobile pantry program with the introduction of The Truck. This mobile pantry vehicle is designed to resemble a stall at a farmer’s market and will transform the pantry’s mobile pantry program. Complete with refrigerated

Celebrating Art and History: Sophia Peabody’s “Flight Into Egypt” Gets a New Life at The House of the Seven Gables
It’s a festive time at The House of the Seven Gables in Salem as it gears up to celebrate the holiday season in a truly artistic manner. The season’s highlight is the unveiling of a beautifully conserved masterpiece, “Flight Into Egypt,” by the talented Sophia Peabody, painted a few years before her marriage to the renowned Nathaniel Hawthorne. The big

Unlocking Success: The Crucial Role of a Solid Marketing Strategy for Creative Businesses
In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of creative businesses, a solid marketing strategy is one key ingredient that can truly set them apart. 🚀 From boutique digital agencies to design studios and everything in between, the essence of creativity thrives on captivating minds and inspiring action. However, in today’s crowded marketplace, talent alone cannot propel a creative venture to the

Celebrating Pride Month across the North Shore
by Kati Nalbandian We’ve always been proud of our LGBTQIA+ team members, community members, friends and family. With so much at stake across the country for queer and trans youth and folx of all ages in our LGBTQIA+ communities, we are also proud to celebrate with all of you here across the North Shore. We have dozens of events