Meliora Community

Wow, what a way to start 2024! I am beyond grateful to have been profiled by the incredible Vicki Bowen Hewes and Meliora Community in Columbus Underground this week! Thank you, Vicki, for your thoughtful questions and for shining a light on our mission to positively impact people and communities through design. Check out the interview to learn more about the journey to found Astra Studios, the heart of our why, and our aspirations for the future! ? Connect, reach out, let's plan a coffee - We love meeting up with fellow changemakers! And if you or someone you know needs design, we would love the opportunity to be considered. If you are a social impact organization let’s talk to see if your project is a good fit for the Astra Impact fund! Donors looking to make their money actionable for social good, look no further - the Astra Impact design access program through the United Way of Central Ohio is ready to help you do just that! Check us out at astrastudios.us We would love to set up a time to talk and share more! #grateful #2024liftoff #astracrew #socialimpactfueledbydesign #designequity #designasactivisim

Competition = scarcity. Collaboration = abundance. In pursuit of better, together, for the win! ?? Collaborating with others in your field doesn't detract from your mission or business — it actually amplifies the impact for everyone involved. I've seen this powerful principle in action during 3+ years of nurturing a safe space community with more than 30 nonprofit and for-profit social impact leaders. Here are the the key benefits shared by these innovative trailblazers: 1. Belonging + Camaraderie: Engaging with diverse thought partners fosters empowered curiosity within an inclusive community. 2. Network + Reputation Growth: Expanding networks enhances credibility, visibility, and awareness. 3. Social Impact + Prosperity: Working together increases collective capacity to drive positive change. 4. Resource + Expertise Sharing: Leveraging the power of experience leads to significant time and cost savings. 5. Business Growth: New customers and clients emerge, boosting revenue and expanding businesses and missions. Let's work to unite our efforts, and amplify our collective success and social impact! #radicalcollaboration #virtuouscycle #purposedriven #wearemeliora

Like the script on Cortland Mullins arm, Blessed is the emotion at the seat of my soul. It was an honor to be part of Cortland’s vision and The Girls Room Club women’s empowerment gathering, with inspiring panelists and insights from my personal journey. ?? Self-care was at the heart of the event, and Cleo Wade's uplifting words never fail to elevate me. Her poem 'Love Yourself Enough' particularly resonates, and it was beautiful to share her powerful words with the incredible women In The Room.? Experiencing the moment with my sister McQuetta Williams, Founder/CEO EnVision Proven Success was truly special, as our bond was forever knitted more than 14 years ago and part of my testimony #iykyk ?? Congratulations Cortland on an inspiringly successful launch ?? it’s wonderful to see your light shine bright! Cleo Wade :: https://lnkd.in/ggMNz28v The Girls Room Club :: https://lnkd.in/ggMNz28v Meliora Community #mondaymotivation #empowerwomen #keepgoing #loveyourselfenough #pursuitofbettertogether #wearemeliora