Featured Talk: Find Your People

“This is the best possible investment in the world I want. Friends and community building. And a safe place for everybody. Where somebody can type in, ‘I’m creative and I’m lonely.’ Here’s the answer to that!”

Ruth Ann Harnisch believes in CreativeMornings. She’s an investor, philanthropist, social activist, and media producer whose foundation has supported thousands of nonprofits and nearly 400 films amplifying underrepresented voices.

In 2024, Ruth Ann became our first ever patron, and last year, she reaffirmed her belief in CreativeMornings with an additional $2M commitment, helping ensure this community continues to grow as a safe and welcoming place for creatives everywhere.

Ruth Ann was recently interviewed by Debbie Millman for the Design Matters podcast at our New York Chapter. In this remarkable conversation she talked about breaking glass ceilings and lifting others up. Listen to the Design Matters episode or watch the video.

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