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Idea Lounge
The Idea Lounge Series is a laidback gathering of the community to discuss how we can encourage and support the creative class in Eau Claire. Each idea lounge has a different topic or theme. All ideas are welcome.
Idea Lounge VII: Freelancers and Free Agents
The seventh Idea Lounge heard from a panel of speakers (pictured below) who either worked at home for a company or had a home-based business. Discussion during the Idea Lounge, which was held March 6, ranged from how to request from an employer the opportunity to work from home to how to self-motivate yourself. Read a written summary.
Idea Lounge VI: State of the Arts
State of the Arts Idea Lounge on January 22, 2008 discussed issues faced by artists in the Chippewa Valley. The discussion revolved around the opportunity to use art spaces in more creative ways and how to reach larger audience. Read a written summary here.
Idea Lounge V: Savvy Spaces
Idea Lounge V: Savvy Spaces discussed opportunities for co-working, creative, and inspiring space.Click here for a summary
Idea Lounge IV: Livable Community
The 4th Idea Lounge on April 3rd focused on building the ideal livable community (housing, sidewalks, public transit, retail and restaurants, green initiatives, technology, mixed-use buildings, amenities). For a written recap of ideas expressed at the Lounge, click here.
Idea Lounge III: UW-Eau Claire's Role in sustaining Our Creative Class
The 3rd Idea Lounge on February 20th continued discussions about the creative class with a focus on what UW-Eau Claire does (or should be doing) to contribute to the local creative community. For a written recap of ideas from the Lounge, click here.
Idea Lounge II: Entrepreneurship in the Chippewa Valley
The 2nd Idea Lounge on Oct. 19th focused on being an entrepreneur in the Chippewa Valley. Click here for a written recap of the ideas and advice generated. Community Television will also be airing footage from the event throughout the month on channels 11 and 12.
Idea Lounge I: Creative Community
Looking for a recap of the 1st Idea Lounge? Click here.
SPONSORS: DECI, Pizza Plus, CTV, and Volume One Magazine
Creative 100 Nominations
Nominate someone for the CREATIVE 100, the top 100 creatives in the Eau Claire area.
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