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Derek Mayberry is a long-time rider who abandoned the corporate world to pursue a passion and became the Associate Publisher of VAHNA Magazine. Derek shares how he landed with VAHNA and then dives into the details of the inaugural VAHNA Film Festival, including submission requirements and the locations of festival events.

Episode Links:

Instagram: @Derek.Mayberry

Film Fest Website: Vahna.com/FilmFestival

Triumph News: RIDE with Norman Reedus

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Events Schedule: TriumphOnTour.com

For The Ride theme song by Sam Pace

For The Ride podcast produced by Hisonni Johnson

Join host Rob Lee as he welcomes Keona Tranby to the Truth In This Art Podcast. Keona, the distinguished Director of Marketing and Communications at the American Craft Council, illuminates her remarkable journey. A graduate of the University of St. Thomas with a degree in business administration and entrepreneurship, Keona's path was ignited by her print magazine venture during college, propelling her into a dynamic startup role in San Francisco and, subsequently, the vibrant realm of Venice, California. Here, she collaboratively worked alongside fashion designers, photographers, and models. Keona's pursuits extend beyond the professional sphere; her free time is artfully woven with passions like canine companionship, interior design, event hosting, gardening, and the transformation of thrift store finds. A torchbearer for creative entrepreneurship and artist empowerment, Keona's episode promises a captivating exploration of her dedication to amplifying the craft field and nurturing innovative spirits.
 
About the American Craft Council

The American Craft Council is a national nonprofit organization that connects and galvanizes diverse craft communities and traditions to advance craft’s impact in contemporary American life and to keep craft artists and the community connected, inspired, and thriving.

In this episode, we explore:

• The multifaceted support system of the American Craft Council as Keona delves into the organization's profound impact, spanning print publications, immersive events, and a digital arsenal of resources, all aimed at nurturing and amplifying the vibrant world of craft.
• The heart of artist interactions and financial sustenance with Keona, as she explores the indispensable role of in-person events in fostering meaningful connections between creators and buyers, while also acting as a vital income stream for artists.
• Journey into the realm of opportunities with Keona, as she unveils the ACC's exciting initiatives, from the open call for applications to its esteemed online directory to the upcoming Craft Made marketplace in Baltimore, offering a platform for artists to exhibit their masterpieces and engage with a discerning audience.
• Engage in a dialogue about sustainability and artist empowerment with Keona, as she unveils the American Craft Council's unwavering commitment to championing handmade, eco-conscious practices, and providing invaluable resources, such as social media mentorship, to propel artists toward success in the modern creative landscape.

Join us and learn from the best! Keona discusses the organization's mission to support the craft field and its artists. She highlights the importance of in-person events for artists and the impact of the pandemic on their livelihoods. Keona also shares information about the ACC's online directory and the Craft Made marketplace in Baltimore, emphasizing the organization's commitment to creative entrepreneurship and sustainable practices.

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American Craft Made May 2022

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Our guest this week, Nadine Fonseca, is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Mighty Kind. This beautiful publication, available in both print and digital versions, is a 'kid's magazine that focuses on developing kindness and empathy as a foundation for anti-bias education, global citizenship, and service.' Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, Nadine was surrounded by a thriving atmosphere of diversity and colorful culture. Having moved out of state with her husband and kiddos to the suburbs lacking this, she began to create experiences for her kids to learn about various cultures, diversity, and inclusion. She figured other parents would want this as well, so she surveyed over 500 parents from 22 different countries. The results from that survey sealed the deal and Mighty Kind was born.

The Start

• Team of moms across 5 time zones
• Launched the first issue September 2019 
• Solidified internal messaging of what they stood for before anything else
• Created their structure from four pillars
• Identified a printer and fulfillment center
• Leverage key apps and platforms to manage such a complex process of magazine production

The Shift

• Due to COVID, partnerships with independent book stores has diminished
• Challenge of ecommerce as people cannot touch and flip through their pages to feel and validate the price point as an educational resource

 The Strategy

• Participating in online publicity opportunities such as IG story takeovers
• Sales keeps them afloat but the work is the most important, the message, the mission
• Partnering with charitable organizations and foundations to deliver their message

 The Action

• Creatives can send submissions or collaboration interest via www.mightykindkids.com 
• Tips for pitching to your content - run with the ideas they mention and make it your own
• Focus on the thought and purpose behind your pitch
• Craft your pitch in a way that is unique to you and your experiences

The Mindset

• Lesson learned: Embrace a compassionate mindset and the fact that some loved ones will support you in different ways
•  Lesson learned: stop apologizing for trying to do something good and making yourself small in the process.
• Give yourself grace. Map something out and allow the day to happen as it's going to happen. 
• Goals and Vision 
  • Become a nonprofit organization with a team that spans countries, cultures, and voices. 
  • Create a foundation that funds great works focusing on social-emotional skills, antibias, antiracism, diversity and inclusion, mental health 
  • Fund service projects that are organically derived by young kids 

The Wrap-Up

If you could listen to only one music artist for the rest of your life, who would it be? Whitney Houston

Where can people find you online?

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

** They are grant recipients from the iFund Women Foundation for Latinx and Hispanic-owned businesses. There is currently a live crowdfunding campaign here:  https://ifundwomen.com/projects/mighty-kind