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.
Resources Mentioned:
Graham Veysey
https://www.linkedin.com/in/grahamveysey/
Graham + Fisk's Wine-In-A-Can | Website
https://grahamandfisk.com/
Aspen Ideas Festival
https://www.aspenideas.org/
Partners In Health
https://www.pih.org/
IDEO.org
http://IDEO.org
Rising Star Coffee Roasters
https://risingstarcoffee.com/
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