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Graham Veysey, Executive Director and Producer of Aspen Ideas Festival, joins us to explore the value of building community and designing meaningful experiences. As a serial entrepreneur, Graham brings a multidisciplinary mindset to leadership and neighborhood development. He reflects on life lessons from public service, creative partnerships with his wife, and cultivating spaces where connection thrives.
Key Takeaways:
- (01:49) Graham chases the energy, and now leads the Aspen Ideas Festival.
- (05:14) Chasing energy means turning meaningful ideas into tangible outcomes.
- (09:50) Shared stories spark connections and build grassroots communities.
- (12:22) Working with his wife adds balance, precision, and design thinking.
- (13:56) A casual suggestion led to a standout bamboo art installation at the festival.
- (16:06) A bold congressional run hinged on splitting the vote and outsider appeal.
- (18:00) Graham returned to Cleveland seeking deeper roots.
- (21:54) Fulfillment is raising happy, healthy kids and deepening family connection.
“When you can truly listen to someone and hear where they’re coming from, it makes the world a bigger and more exciting place.”
- Graham Veysey
Resources Mentioned:
- Graham + Fisk's Wine-In-A-Can website
- Aspen Ideas Festival
- Partners In Health
- IDEO.org
- Rising Star Coffee Roasters
Connect with Graham Veysey, Executive Director and Producer, Aspen Ideas Festival
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/grahamveysey/
Connect with Nathan Mersereau:
Phone: 248-645-1520
Email: nathan.mersereau@planningalt.com
Twitter: @NathanMersereau
LinkedIn: Nathan Mersereau
Address: 255 S Old Woodward, Suite 310
Birmingham, MI 48009
