Welcome to The Experience by The Culture Is Local™ a publication for founders who don’t just run businesses—you create experiences.You host rooms.You build communities.You design moments people step into, return to, and talk about long after they leave.And you know there’s more to this than just a good idea.Here, I share how to actually build, protect, and run what you’ve created—so it feels aligned, works the way it should, and holds up as it grows.Because experience-based businesses are different.They move.They involve people.They carry energy, expectations, and responsibility.And they require a different level of clarity, structure, and protection.Inside this space, you’ll find:– ways to define what you’re building so it’s clear to you and everyone else– guidance on protecting your brand, your work, and the experiences you create– support around how your business is delivered—your team, your flow, your environment– tools, templates, and resources you can actually use (not just read)I’m all about helping you see what you already have, make stronger decisions, and move with confidence.If you’ve ever thought:“This is working… but I know there’s more here.”or“I need this to feel tighter, clearer, and more solid.”Welcome. You’re in the right place. Because TCIL is where experience-based businesses are built, protected, and brought to life—properly.
Happy April! New Month, New Moves (And Two Must-Reads for You)
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Hello! Welcome to The Experience by The Culture Is Local
Welcome to The Experience by The Culture Is Local™ a publication for founders who don’t just run businesses—you create experiences.You host rooms.You build communities.You design moments people step into, return to, and talk about long after they leave.And you know there’s more to this than just a good idea.Here, I share how to actually build, protect, and run what you’ve created—so it feels aligned, works the way it should, and holds up as it grows.Because experience-based businesses are different.They move.They involve people.They carry energy, expectations, and responsibility.And they require a different level of clarity, structure, and protection.Inside this space, you’ll find:– ways to define what you’re building so it’s clear to you and everyone else– guidance on protecting your brand, your work, and the experiences you create– support around how your business is delivered—your team, your flow, your environment– tools, templates, and resources you can actually use (not just read)I’m all about helping you see what you already have, make stronger decisions, and move with confidence.If you’ve ever thought:“This is working… but I know there’s more here.”or“I need this to feel tighter, clearer, and more solid.”Welcome. You’re in the right place. Because TCIL is where experience-based businesses are built, protected, and brought to life—properly.
Hello Reader, I don't know where July is rushing off to, but I wish it would stay awhile... That being said, I wanted to catch you up on what’s been happening behind the scenes—and what’s on the horizon before July is a distant memory. 📝 New Blog Posts Are Live If you're building a brand with impact, you’ll want to read these latest drops: That Name Sounds Familiar—And That’s the Legal Problem A breakdown of the Tina Turner Estate vs. "Simply Tina" case and what every founder can learn from...
Hey Reader, Let’s get straight to it. This is a long one, but it is definitely worth a read if you have a business that matters to you and you don’t want to get sued, or your brand stolen. I’m done. And I'm tired of seeing it! In the last month I’ve talked to entrepreneurs and digital creators that: 1. unknowingly signed away all of their intellectual property rights and now can’t appear in other more lucrative spaces doing what they love to do, or under their brand; 2. someone’s brand name...
Heads up: This email contains affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission—always at no extra cost to you. Hello Reader, Did you see my last email? It’s official. I’m in summer mode. And listen, I’m not even pretending otherwise. This is the season where I remind myself that business can still be bold and joyful. That money can still be made without running myself ragged. And that events? Are the vibe right now. Especially here in Chicago. Because if you’ve...