[Repost from WWAY TV; by Matt Bennett, September 24, 2024]
WILMINGTON, NC — CreativeMornings, a global breakfast speaker series for the creative community, has officially arrived in Wilmington, bringing together artists, musicians, entrepreneurs, and other creative professionals.
Kerry Skiles, the host for the Wilmington chapter, says she used to attend events in Raleigh before relocating to southeastern NC.
“When I moved to Wilmington, there wasn’t a chapter here, so I applied to open one with a group of creative friends,” she said. “We wanted to provide something for the creative community to dig into on a monthly basis.”
CreativeMornings meetings are designed to foster a welcoming environment for everyone, regardless of their professional background.
“We think everyone is creative, and everyone is welcome,” Skiles said. Each event features speakers who share their experiences and projects, encouraging attendees to connect and collaborate.
The inaugural event is scheduled for Friday, with James Tritten from Fort Lowell Records set to be the featured speaker. Tritten, along with his wife, Tracy, operates a record label that focuses on indie rock and hip-hop artists. They are also working on a benefit record titled This Water is Life, aimed at supporting water safety in the region.
For those interested in attending, Skiles says all events are free, including attendance, coffee, breakfast, and ideas. “It’s a great collaboration and networking opportunity,” she said. The meetings typically start with socializing, followed by the speaker presentation, and wrap up by 10 a.m., allowing attendees to return to their daily routines.
The inaugural meeting will take place on Friday at 8:30 a.m. at Thalian Hall.
Click here for more information, and to register for the event: https://creativemornings.com/talks/james-tritten
