For anyone in the cannabis industry, the dated myths, stereotypes and propaganda provide both a barrier and an opportunity to move the conversation forward. For people of color (POC), this is especially true and as a queer POC myself, I’ve experienced the challenges and opportunities firsthand. Method to The Madness …
Read More »Why I Think Clean NFTs Are the Newest Trend in Entertainment
There is an ongoing conversation about the energy consumption surrounding cryptocurrencies and their environmental impact. As new digital assets like NFTs (non-fungible tokens) grow in popularity, it is time to start looking at the best ways to evolve blockchain technology so it requires less computational energy. As the founder of …
Read More »Finding Peace of Mind Within Your Workflow
We live in a society that is in constant motion. Everything seems to be moving without any will to stop. Over the past two years, our minds have been spinning like Ferris wheels, our adrenaline pumping away at the latest stressor — and in my honest opinion, this has not …
Read More »Where I See the Future of Sports and Entertainment Headed
As much as I’m tired of the phrase “disruption,” there’s really no better word to describe what Covid-19 has put everybody through, both personally and professionally. Like every other industry, sports and entertainment are finding their new trajectory. While everyone is jockeying for position in this new era, one thing …
Read More »4 Characteristics Every Modern Leader Needs
As we move further from the specific challenges of 2020, there’s a huge elephant in the room that everyone’s avoiding for fear of being caught up in political tripwires — the state of leadership. We know last year accelerated many different areas, including technological advancements and social awareness. It also …
Read More »3 Ways Creative Entrepreneurs Can Innovate in a Post-Pandemic World
Everyone thinks there will be a “new normal.” After all the craziness that has taken place over the past year-plus with the pandemic, many are expecting to wake up one day and gently slide into “normal 2.0,” establishing a new regular routine that is certain, predictable and safe. The problem? …
Read More »The Post-Pandemic Generation: 7 Tips for Partnering With Nonprofits to Evoke Social Change
In 2018, I launched my second technology startup. I put time, resources and capital into becoming a company that embraced diversity, inclusion and equity, and I did so for good reason. In my previous article, “The Pandemic Generation: How Organizations Are Supporting Youth and Tackling Social Justice Work,” I highlight …
Read More »How Technology Could Transform Venue-Based Properties and Spaces Through Engaging Experiences
Upon our collective venture into 2021, we are still adjusting to our new normal brought on by the pandemic. Our movements have been curtailed as we continue to practice social distancing in an effort to do our part. We’re relegated to Zoom meetings and virtual interactions in place of in-person …
Read More »3 Takeaways for Museum Thought Leaders From This Year's AAM TrendsWatch Report
Each year, the Center for the Future of Museums (a subdivision of the American Alliance of Museums) publishes a report with the main museum market trends for the year called TrendsWatch. In the past, these reports focused on the advent of new technologies and organizational changes. I’ve been interviewed by …
Read More »The Struggle Independent Promoters, Nightlife and Concerts Face in 2021
With Covid-19 vaccines being rolled out as we speak, the big topic in the entertainment industry this year is the possibility of the nightlife and touring world returning in 2021. The conversation about how to return to normal once restrictions are lifted has created many questions, most of which cannot …
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