March Moonshots 2024
**** After this session (weather permitting), we’ll be walking over to the Denver Zoo. Jonathan calls it an outing for our inner kids!****
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Who: Entrepreneurs, Small Business Owners, Founders, Consultants, etc.
What: Supportive group facilitated conversation with meaningful connections
Where: Denver City Park Golf Course Clubhouse (3181 East 23rd AvenueDenver, CO, 80205)
When: Monday, February 12th at 12pm (Note New time!)
Why: Because it can feel really lonely out there shooting for the moon!
With a resurgence of return to office policies, we had feedback from folks said they wanted to attend but had conflicts with all-hands meetings when this was at 10am..
As many of you know, I also decided to take a break from hosting but want to keep the momentum of this community. Reach out if you’d like to facilitate, present, or sponsor a round of coffees this month!
Many thanks! - Ashley Dodge, Denver Moonshots Organizer
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This Month’s Guest Host/Facilitator:
Jonathan Castner tells the human story of your business.
He’s a commercial filmmaker and photographer based in Denver Colorado. He specializes in producing images in both still and video form that inspire, engage and motivate the viewer to produce both an emotional and intellectual connection with the subject be it a person or a business.
“My work is about changing how people see the world around them. It is also about communicating information that builds bridges of connection between people. When I photograph my subjects, I validate their stories, their lives and by extension reaffirm their fundamental worth and dignity. This involves a delicate exchange of trust and it is a ballet that can be transformative for both parties.”
Visual story-telling is a sacred gift to share wisdom truth contained in the story according to Jonathan. Whether he is photographing or building video stories and campaigns, he acts as an interpreter, transporting people beyond the boundaries of their lives.
Experience: In almost three decades as a freelance photojournalist, his work has been featured in world renowned publications including: The Wall Street Journal, Discover Magazine, ESPN, The London Times, AARP Magazine, Washington Post and the Los Angeles Times, Reuters, The New York Times, and Agence France Presse. His commercial clients include: Disney, Target, Medtronic, Somalogic, Birko Chemical, the Independent Film Channel, and a host of small to medium sizes business around the country.
Note: If you check out his LinkedIn, you’ll see a very cool badge! He’s listed as a People on LinkedIn find Jonathan Castner a noteworthy contributor to collaborative articles in Videography.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathancastner/
Website: https://jonathancastner.com
This Month’s Presenter: TBD
A little description of a 10-15 minute presentation including topics, common questions, etc. and links. This is great for folks that want to beta test a presentation for investors, prospects, etc. Let us know if you’re interested!
This Month’s Sponsor: TBD
A little description of you, the generous person or business willing to pick up the tab. You will be tagged in 3 LinkedIn posts promoting the event. This is a great option for someone who wants to get their name out there but doesn’t want to facilitate or present. Let us know if you’re interested!
Moonshots Format:
Quick Introductions: For the first half hour we introduce ourselves, say what we do.
Support: Share a challenge or issue we are grappling with that could benefit from insights, recommendations, or relevant introductions/referrals. This is a great time to share your elevator pitch if you have one.
Promotion: Share any upcoming events you may be hosting or attending. If you have a new podcast, course, service, or other offering feel free to share as long as it’s not an MLM.
Connection: Make one new 1:1 connection with someone. Share your email, phone number, or LinkedIn. This group is meant to be a supportive community rather than just another networking group.
Housekeeping:
We are all adults here so this goes without saying but…
While this is a casual group, the main mission is to support and uplift others. There have been moments of vulnerable shares because of the trust that has been built. If someone offers to make an introduction for you, please be sure to follow up or politely decline the offer.
Please be courteous to all servers at all locations. Your patience is greatly appreciated as they go around and check everyone’s needs. It is not easy to look after a large party. Be sure to pay your tab before you leave and generously tip when you can. If you need help getting a server’s attention, just discretely ask the Moonshots facilitator without disrupting the group conversation.