ULI Cincinnati: Illuminating Cincinnati-The Execution and Community Engagement Behind BLINK

When

2024-10-08
2024-10-08T15:30:00 - 2024-10-08T18:00:00
America/New_York

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    Where

    Conference Room in Al. Neyer's Building 302 West 3rd Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 United States
    Join us as we dive into the complexities of how Cincinnati's iconic BLNK experience comes to life.

    Pricing

    Pricing Members Non-Members
    Private $10.00 $15.00
    Public/Academic/Nonprofit $10.00 $15.00
    Retired $10.00 N/A
    Student $5.00 $10.00
    Under Age 35 $10.00 $15.00
    If you work for an annual sponsor of ULI Cincinnati with eligible credits, register without charge by emailing [email protected].
    If cancellations are received in writing by October 1, a refund will be provided.  All registrations can be transferred at any time by emailing [email protected]. 

    This event hosted by ULI Cincinnati’s Young Leaders Group will dive into the complexities of how Cincinnati's iconic BLINK experience comes to life. It will explore the two crucial pillars of the event's success: the meticulous execution of large-scale urban art installations and the powerful community engagement that makes BLINK a nowhere else city-wide celebration.

    Destinee Thomas with Cincy Nice and Megyn Norbut with No Standing will share their insights and experience.

    Participants will learn how the visionary ideas of BLINK are seamlessly integrated into the cityscape, requiring precise coordination between location selection and the physical logistics of execution. This includes navigating the complexities of permitting with Cincinnati's building and engineering departments, ensuring that every installation is both safe and impactful.

    BLINK is not just an event; it's a community-driven experience. Hear how the event fosters collaboration across diverse groups, from the Curatorial Advisory Committee and local art educators to residents and artists with related projects. We'll discuss the strategies used to bring these groups together, support symbiotic events happening concurrently, and ensure broad participation, including the iconic BLINK parade. This session will highlight the importance of inclusivity and community in creating an event that truly reflects the spirit of Cincinnati.

    Join us on October 8 for an illuminating discussion that showcases how BLINK's blend of artistic vision and community collaboration makes it one of the most anticipated events in the city.

    AGENDA

    3:30 PM - Check-In and Networking
    3:45 PM - Program
    5:00 PM - Happy Hour
     
    Happy Hour will take place at Vintage on Race at 500 Race Street. 
     
     
     
     
     

    Speakers

    Panelist

    Destinee Thomas

    Cincy Nice

    Destinee Thomas is an entrepreneur and community leader based in Cincinnati, Ohio. As the co-founder of Cincy Nice, an arts and community engagement organization, she works to create programs and events designed to bring people together, create new platforms for diverse creatives, and celebrate the unique spirit of Cincinnati. Cincy Nice also serves as a co-producer of BLINK. In addition to her role with Cincy Nice, Destinee is an active participant in various civic activities including serving on the Walnut Hills Area Council and board member of Cincinnati Memorial Hall Society and Sew Valley. She's a Cincinnati native and proud "U" (University of Miami) graduate. Outside of work, Destinee enjoys exploring the city's vibrant cultural scene, boating on the Ohio River and spending time with her family and cat Tony.

    Panelist

    Megyn Norbut

    Founder, No Standing

    Megyn Norbut is a Cincinnati-based event producer specializing in large scale arts and culture events. Known for her ability to cohesively execute complex, creative visions, Megyn has spent over a decade bringing nuanced ideas to fruition. She is the founder of No Standing, an event studio that produces progressive and diverse experiences to celebrate art and build a lasting impact on local culture. This is her third year as a producer for Blink, the nation’s largest light and art event. Some previous projects include This Time Tomorrow, a multi-day performance art festival with the Cincinnati Contemporary Arts Center, and the Jazz Age Lawn Party, the world’s largest prohibition era themed event held on NYC’s Governors Island. Megyn is an active member of the Cincinnati community, previously serving as board chair for Q-KIDZ Dance Team, a member of the Cincinnati Preservation Collective, and as producer of Second Sunday on Main. She believes strongly in advocating for artists and people, and creating events that connect communities in a significant way.

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