Community Events That Grow People, Not Just Networks
Each month, I host a series of gatherings designed to help people reflect, learn, and connect.
I craft the session themes, invite thoughtful guest speakers, send personalized invitations, and share recaps that keep the conversation alive.
These aren’t just events—they’re communities.
They’re shaped with intention, led with care, and built around people who want to think deeply, lead honestly, and grow with purpose.
Some gatherings are quiet and reflective. Others are lively and collaborative.
All are invitations—to show up fully, explore what matters, and walk away with something real.
Learning Lounge
Monthly Fireside Chats for Curious Leaders, Creators, and Changemakers in Helena
4th Thursdays · Sidecar Helena
Guest-led conversations · Guided reflection · Real connection
Past Guests & Themes
- Andy Shirtliff – “Say Yes to the Invite”
A conversation on connection, community-building, and the power of invitations. - Peter Strauss – “The Call to Lead (and When to Follow)”
Lessons on leadership, fundraising, and supporting your local community. - Enrico (Rico) Baker – “Push the I Believe Button”
On teamwork, military leadership, belief, and building hope. - Emma Mangum – “Brand Clarity & Storytelling”
A deep dive into branding, clarity, and telling your authentic story. - Riley Tubbs – “Brew & Belong”
How local business builds third spaces and brings people together.
What It Is
Learning Lounge is a monthly gathering I create and host—part interview, part community conversation. Each session centers on a theme worth unpacking, with a featured guest sharing their experience, insight, or story.
This isn’t a lecture. It’s a conversational space for ideas, honest reflection, and shared growth.
The dialogue flows naturally—questions and perspectives are welcomed throughout. Every session is different, but all are grounded in real connection and thoughtful facilitation.
What You Can Expect
- A featured guest with a compelling story or lens
- A guided conversation shaped in real time
- Thoughtful, casual discussion with other attendees
- Takeaways you’ll carry into your work and life
What It Is
Bullet Journal Club is a monthly gathering I design and facilitate for people who want to turn blank pages into meaningful momentum. Whether you’re new to the Bullet Journal method or have been tracking for years, this space blends creativity with structure—and community with clarity.
Each session features:
- A monthly theme to explore together
- Time to share layout ideas, planning prompts, and insights
- Space to reflect, journal, and connect
Come as you are. Bring your notebook—or start one here.
Bullet Journal Club
A monthly space for intentional planning, reflection, and creative connection
4th Wednesdays · Helena College
Themes · Layouts · Peer inspiration · Guided journaling
Recent Themes – The Organized Minds Society
🗓 July – Freedom to Explore
Creative layouts, playful prompts, and trying new journaling styles.
🗓 June – Intentional Living
Aligning your days with what matters most—balance, not burnout.
🗓 May – Cultivating Growth
Tracking progress, nurturing ideas, and celebrating small wins.
🗓 April – Clarity in the Middle
Finding focus during busy seasons. Simplifying what matters.
HLN Deep Roast Dialogues
Early morning meetups for real talk over strong coffee.
1st Thursdays at Just Kidin’ Around Coffee
Big questions · Small circles · Rotating prompts
Hosted in partnership with the Helena Area Chamber of Commerce
Recent Topics
🗓 July: Mid-Year Reflections
Key takeaway: Sometimes the best strategy is to pause, reflect, and choose what still matters.
🗓 June: Balancing Ambition & Well-Being
Key takeaway: Pushing forward doesn’t mean burning out—intention matters more than hustle.
🗓 May: Leadership at Every Level
Key takeaway: Leadership isn’t a title. It’s a mindset we can all choose.
What It Is
HLN Deep Roast Dialogues is a monthly gathering I host in collaboration with the Helena Area Chamber of Commerce. It’s built for curious minds, thoughtful doers, and community builders who want to start their morning with something more than routine.
There are no panels or presentations—just strong coffee, good questions, and honest dialogue. We explore big ideas, share lived experiences, and create space for grounded, generous conversation.
What to Expect
- A fresh prompt or guiding question
- Small-group and whole-group discussion
- Space to reflect, connect, and challenge your thinking
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