October Highlights: Drio's Journey from Conferences to New Projects ✨
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Hi Reader October was a month filled with inspiration, innovation, and community engagement at Drio. Check out our monthly highlights and catch up on the latest projects, resources, and events that empowered our business. NACCE Conference 2024: Sharing Our Blueprint for Purposeful WebsitesDrio attended the annual NACCE conference in Minneapolis, the largest event for community college members and entrepreneurs. We showcased Drio’s Blueprint, our guide for building strategic, value-aligned websites. Attendees discovered how it helps entrepreneurs overcome content overwhelm, convey brand values, and create engaging user experiences. 🔗 Check out Drio's Blueprint here New Blog Post: Designing an ESG Marketing StrategyThis month's blog post breaks down how to identify your unique ESG values and build an authentic strategy that resonates with your customers. We highlighted the importance of integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) values into your marketing. Tech Office Hours LaunchGot tech troubles? Rachel's Tech Hours are here to save the day! Join us on the first Wednesday of each month from 2-3 p.m. EST for an open session dedicated to solving your web questions. From linking newsletters to fixing glitchy pages, Rachel’s got your back. The next session is on December 4th—save the date! An invite will be sent out soon. Empower & Align WorkshopWe wrapped up October with the Empower & Align fall workshop on October 30th, led by Elyse Preston and Bri Alexander. Attendees dove into self-advocacy and Human Design, culminating in a soothing sound bath for a full-circle growth experience. We’re thrilled to support events that empower our community and spark personal transformation. Stay tuned for more updates next month! |
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Hi Reader, I’m having an excited mom moment. My teenage son Connor is going to Germany for a 10-month exchange program. No, it’s not that I want to get rid of him. I’m excited because I know how eye-opening it can be when you get out of your comfort zone like that. My mom’s side of the family is from Germany, so he’ll connect with his heritage and learn how to speak German fluently. He’ll also probably make life-changing connections. Speaking from experience, once you find your people, you...
Hi Reader, The way I see it, there are two main “types” of entrepreneurs. The Lifers: The entrepreneurs who commit to one big idea, building and refining it for years. Decades even. The Adventurers: The entrepreneurs who thrive on change, pivots, and the thrill of starting from scratch. A recent lunch with a fellow entrepreneur put that into perspective for me. We originally met in 2022 at a conference in Philadelphia - and we realized we were from the same hometown in Virginia. A few weeks...
Hi Reader, Spring has officially sprung, and so has the energy around here. March was one for the books, filled with community, creativity, and a whole lot of women-led magic. Let’s rewind and relive some of the incredible moments from this month: 🌟 Pava LaPere’s Legacy Lives On We were honored to participate in the Maryland Student Venture Showcase hosted by UpSurge Baltimore, where 39 student-founded ventures were celebrated for their bold ideas. Nine winners—including our very own Hazel...