Building Community Through Art: Creative Enterprise Zone's Angela on Mural Festivals, Tree Planting, and Belonging

In this episode of K. Elizabeth's Podcast, host K. Elizabeth speaks with Angela, Executive Director of the Creative Enterprise Zone, about how public art and community investment shape neighborhoods and foster well-being. Angela discusses the significance of mural festivals, like the vibrant Chroma Zone, and the organization’s commitment to paying artists fairly and promoting diverse voices. The conversation also highlights the challenges of gentrification and how initiatives like the Taproot Investment Cooperative empower communities by purchasing local buildings. Through stories of art transforming lives, Angela shares her mission to create spaces of connection and belonging. Tune in for an inspiring discussion about creativity, resilience, and making a positive impact. Links: Creative Enterprise Zone (CEZ): https://www.creativeenterprisezone.org/ CEZ Chroma Zone: https://www.creativeenterprisezone.org/chroma-zone Bang Brewing: https://www.bangbrewing.com/ CEZ Real Estate: https://www.creativeenterprisezone.org/real-estate-overview Taproot Investment Cooperative: https://www.taprootinvestment.com/ 100 Trees Initiative: https://www.creativeenterprisezone.org/100-trees-initiative Few and Far Women: https://www.fewandfarwomen.org/ Philipo Dyauli: https://philipodyauli.com/ Povi Marie: https://www.chromazone.net/povi-marie