About Us
The story behind Connect & Create
Our story is quite unique, we started over a simple message that turned into what is today Connect and Create.
About Us:
Crafting Connections, One Workshop at a Time
Connect & Create was born from a shared vision—to harness the transformative power of crafting experiences that bring people together. We began with public workshops and have grown to offer both private events and corporate team building. We believe that when people create together, they build more than just art; they construct stronger relationships, enhance communication, and forge genuine connections.
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Our journey started with public workshops where strangers became friends through shared creative experiences. The magic we witnessed as people connected through crafting inspired us to expand into private events and corporate team building. Whether it's a birthday celebration, family reunion, bachelorette party, or corporate retreat, the same principles guide our approach—authentic engagement, creative exploration, and meaningful interaction.
Our Founders
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Nancy: The Artistic Mathematician
Nancy's unique blend of analytical thinking and artistic flair forms the cornerstone of our approach. A math teacher by profession, Nancy has been immersed in the arts since she was 10 years old. Her lifelong dream of sharing the joy of creativity with others led her to recognize the transformative power of art in team dynamics. Through her work with educators across the city, Nancy identified a crucial need for team-building activities that could breathe new life into professional development.
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Jogene: The Explorer of Hearts and Minds
Jogene brings a free spirit and a love for continuous learning to our workshops. A former ELA teacher, Jogene's passion for exploration extends beyond the classroom. Her love for plants and socializing reflects in the organic, nurturing environment she creates in our workshops. Like Nancy, Jogene's experience in education revealed the importance of enjoyable, engaging professional development activities. Her talent for helping individuals find joy in collective experiences is at the heart of our workshop design.
Our Mission
At the heart of Connect & Create is our commitment to adult connection. In a world where meaningful interaction can be increasingly rare, we create spaces where people can authentically engage, share experiences, and build relationships through the universal language of creativity.
Looking Ahead
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We are thrilled to continue evolving and can't wait to see the positive impact our workshops have on people from all walks of life. From public workshops where individuals meet new friends, to private celebrations that deepen existing bonds, to corporate events that transform workplace dynamics—our goal remains the same: for everyone to leave with smiling faces, newfound connections, and a tangible reminder of what happens when people connect through creativity.
Join us in our mission to transform how people connect—in communities, celebrations, and workplaces—one creative workshop at a time. Let's connect, create, and build stronger relationships together!