CreativityFlow

Join us for an inspiring evening at the CreativityFlow speaker series in Laguna Beach, CA. This monthly event brings together visionary leaders from the worlds of art, design, and commerce to share their groundbreaking ideas and innovative solutions.
Held at the stunning Rivian South Coast Theater, CreativityFlow offers a unique platform to connect with like-minded individuals and gain insights from industry pioneers. From gaming and fashion to fine art, action sports and automotive, our speakers are reshaping their fields and inspiring the next generation of creatives.
Experience the power of creativity as we explore the intersection of design and commerce. This dynamic event is a collaboration between Laguna College of Art + Design (LCAD) and Group Y, bringing you a front-row seat to the future of innovation.
Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired, network, and discover new perspectives.
SERIES DATES + SPEAKERS

Wednesday, September 11
- ThankYouX, renowned painter

Wednesday, October 2
- Nate Morley, Founder of Works Collective
- Roger Gastman, Founder of Beyond The Streets

Wednesday, November 6
- Nikki Scoggins, VP of Creative Marketing at Blizzard Entertainment
- Brian Takumi, VP of Brand Soul + Creative at Oakley

Wednesday, December 4
- Denise Cherry, VP of Experience Design at Rivian

• Networking and Collaboration
Connect with industry leaders, creatives, and innovators to exchange ideas and forge new partnerships.

• In-person Interaction
Face-to-face meetups beat Zoom calls any day!

• Inspiration and Creativity
Immerse yourself in thought-provoking discussions that blend art, design, and commerce, sparking fresh ideas and creativity

• Venue
Enjoy the CreativityFlow Speaker Series at the beautiful Rivian South Coast Theater, a perfect setting for creative minds.

• Exclusive Access
Engage with visionary speakers and gain insider knowledge on the latest trends in art, innovation, and business.

• Insights from Visionaries
Learn directly from trailblazers in ther fields as they share their journeys and wisdom.
• Expand Your Horizons
Discover new perspectives and approaches that can enhance your personal and professional growth.

Expect an evening filled with thought-provoking discussions, networking opportunities, and a sneak peek into the future. Let's unravel the secrets to securing your brand's place in tomorrow's world!

Secure your spot now and be part of this dynamic event that's set to redefine the future of branding.

6:00 pm: Exclusive Speaker Meet & Greet Reception for LCAD students and alumni

6:30 pm: Attendee Check-in, Networking

7:00 pm: Intro and Special Guest Speakers

8:30 pm - 9:00 pm: Networking

• Nate Morley, Founder of Works Collective
Nate Morley is the founder of Works Collective, the agency behind the brand identities for the FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, the Esports World Cup, and many more. Nate’s career has been built on developing and amplifying brands that impact culture. While working as the CMO at DC Shoes, Nate helped create the Gymkhana series of YouTube films. His experience also includes working as a Group Creative Director at 72andSunny, at Nike in Global Brand Marketing, as the CMO at Skullcandy and as Advisory Board member of the YouTube channel, Donut Media. As an agency partner, Nate has created strategy, campaigns and content for brands like Samsung, Spotify, Target, ESPN, Activision, Fender, Robinhood, Cotopaxi, Reef, WM, Gillette and many more. His strategic and creative expertise is broad, diverse and has solidified him as a leader in shaping cultural narratives and defining market success.
• Roger Gastman, Founder of Beyond The Streets
Equal parts historian and disruptor Roger Gastman is a curator, urban anthropologist, collector and filmmaker. He has dedicated his life to educating, entertaining and solidifying the cultural importance of graffiti as a significant contemporary art form. Gastman served as a producer of the 2010 Academy Award-nominated film Exit Through the Gift Shop, and the co-curator of the first and largest graffiti exhibition, Art in the Streets, held in 2011 at the MoCA in Los Angeles. He has published magazines and produced over 80 books. He is the founder of BEYOND THE STREETS, the premiere exhibition of graffiti, street art and beyond. Rolling Like Thunder, his latest documentary which highlights the Freight Train Graffiti movement, recently aired on Showtime. BEYOND THE STREETS was founded by Roger Gastman, producer of the 2010 Academy Award-nominated film, Exit Through the Gift Shop, co-curator of Art in the Streets (2011) at the MoCA in Los Angeles, and director of the SHOWTIME documentary Rolling Like Thunder (2021), a plunge into the underground world of freight train graffiti culture.

BEYOND THE STREETS is an art-driven cultural and educational worldwide movement celebrating mark makers and rule breakers, agitators and instigators. Its curation showcases the best of contemporary and emerging artists, with a focus on graffiti and street art creators. Boasting over 100 artist collaborators per show, BEYOND THE STREETS is known for its massive-scale exhibitions, immersive educational experiences, and engaging pop-up events, which have played host to over 650,000 unique visitors between its shows in Los Angeles, New York, The Hamptons, London, Shanghai, and digital showcases with NTWRK. BEYOND THE STREETS exhibitions have produced over 2.5B media impressions through global art publications, business journals and culture magazines. BEYOND THE STREETS is widely recognized for its innovative brand partnerships and premium publications, which include over 75 published and authored book titles, including works for the likes of Martha Cooper, Felipe Pantone, POSE, Paul Insect, and Mister CARTOON, amongst others. BEYOND THE STREETS pushes the very idea of art beyond any preconceived boundary.

$35 - General Admission
Networking, Drinks, Speakers, and more
**Price increase on the night of the event: $45 at the door

$ 140 - Event Series 4-Pack
Access to all 4 CreativityFlow series events in September, October, November and December (Tickets are transferable)

$ 175 - Corporate Pack
5 GA Tickets to CreativityFlow for your employees.

Downtown Laguna offers paid parking around the corner (paid until 7 pm, then free).

Parking lots nearby:
Lot 1 - Broadway Lot
Lot 3 - Ocean Ave West Lot B
Lot 4 - Ocean Ave West Lot A

We encourage you to carpool / rideshare (Uber / Lyft) to the event.
BECOME A SPONSOR / PARTNER
If your company would like to participate, sponsor and partner with CreativityFlow, please connect with us at www.GroupY.co/Partnerships

GROUP Y is the original and leading collective of professionals focused on Youth Marketing, Lifestyle, and other progressive and expressive cultures. Our mission is to Intersec change makers across industries and ignite ideas that inspire current and next-generation leaders and decision-makers to take action.
Leveraging events, outreach, content, and consultation, Group Y takes the work out of networking and strengthens the areas where industries overlap
ABOUT LCAD

Laguna College of Art + Design (LCAD) prepares individuals for careers as creative artists and designers in a culturally and ethnically diverse world through a curriculum that emphasizes acquiring skills based on observation, representation, and concept development, while embracing challenges of new, innovative technologies. The College is committed to offering its curriculum through accredited degree programs that imaginatively combine studio work with academic studies, and to sharing its resources with the broader community through continuing education and exhibition programs.

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