March 23, 2023 / 5:30pm / Baton Rouge, LA

Baton Rouge has what it takes to be the next sought-after city, but are we getting in our own way? Let's talk about it.

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Returning March 23

Baton Rouge has the creative capital to become the Creative Capital, but are we getting in our own way? Join us on March 23rd to take an honest look at what's holding us back, and become part of the change.

This isn't your typical conference. Joining the Assembly means taking action, breaking tradition, and being crazy enough to believe. Hear from Adam Harrell, an Atlanta changemaker, on how grassroots movements can transform communities. Take part in creative breakout sessions, listen to panel conversations, and expect surprises. See you there!

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March 23, 2023 17:30:00

Food + Networking

Interactive Breakouts

World-Class Speakers

Haters

Inspiration + Action

Swaaaaag

Honest Conversation

Awesome People

Food + Networking

Interactive Breakouts

World-Class Speakers

Haters

Inspiration + Action

Swaaaaag

Honest Conversation

Awesome People

Food + Networking

Interactive Breakouts

World-Class Speakers

Haters

Inspiration + Action

Swaaaaag

Honest Conversation

Awesome People

Food + Networking

Interactive Breakouts

World-Class Speakers

Haters

Inspiration + Action

Swaaaaag

Honest Conversation

Awesome People

Adam Harrell
Adam Harrell
Co-Founder, Nebo

Adam Harrell is the co-founder of Nebo which he helped grow from a bootstrap startup into one of the largest independent digital agencies in the Southeast. He is also the author of "Creative Direction In A Digital World" – a guide to creating human-centered digital experiences - which was published by CRC Press in 2016.


Adam's work has been covered in the LA Times, USA Today and WallPaper* Magazine. His projects have been honored by the Addy’s, Webby’s and numerous other award shows. A frequent speaker, Adam has keynoted events in the US, Europe, and Asia.

Casey Phillips
Casey Phillips
Executive Director, The Walls Project and Founder, The Force Agency

Creative futurist with 20+ years of experience forecasting and launching entertainment, technology, and arts brands. Prominent brand strategist specializing in the cultural economy and nonprofit sector by implementing innovative strategies based on global best practices, data analysis and future market trends. Proponent of creative placemaking and smart growth principles to reactivate communities through collaborative community development. Founder of The Force Agency in Los Angeles, California and Co-Founder/Director of The Walls Project 501c3 with offices in Baton Rouge, Dallas, and Denver. Founding member of OneRouge Coalitions, steering committee member for My Brothers Keeper BR, Kellogg Foundation Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation, and a trained facilitator for Dialogue on Race Louisiana.

Chris Meyer
Chris Meyer
President + CEO of Baton Rouge Area Foundation

For more than two decades, Chris Meyer has pursued opportunities from the schoolhouse to the White House to drive transformational change on behalf of communities here in Louisiana. Committed to public service, he is passionate about using his skills, experiences, and networks to drive meaningful improvement in outcomes and quality of life for the people of our state. As the President and CEO of the Baton Rouge Area Foundation, Chrtis considers it a great privilege to leading an organization where focused on unite human and financial resources to make big ideas become reality to elevate South Louisiana. He is excited to connect and explore ways we can, together, grow the resources and talent committed to tackling Louisiana’s greatest challenges and opportunities.

Sanjay Sharma
Sanjay Sharma
Founder + CEO, Marginal Mediaworks Inc.

Sanjay Sharma is the founder and CEO of Marginal MediaWorks, Inc.  MARGINAL is a premium content studio focused on popular storytelling genres from outsider voices, across all formats – film, television, animation, audio, interactive and Web3.

Norisha Glover
Norisha Glover
CEO, NRK Construction and Former President, Junior League Baton Rouge

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Join us in the heart of Mid-City

We’re excited to host this year’s inaugural Assembly at The Executive Center: a modern reincarnation of an historic building in the heart of Baton Rouge’s Arts and Cultural District, where bars, restaurants, and entertainment are steps away.

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