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Surviving the Summer
Summer can be a tough season for small businesses, but with the right mix of seasonal experiences, community partnerships, and smart incentives, you can keep customers engaged and revenue flowing even when foot traffic slows.
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Designing the Journey:
Spring travel brought an unexpected dose of design inspiration. Pittsburgh International Airport’s new terminal blends nature, light, and intentional architecture — all rooted in a simple sketch on a receipt. This reflection explores how meaningful design begins with clarity, purpose, and the human experience.
When the Power Went Out… Everything Turned On
When the office lost power, something unexpected happened — the work got better. No notifications, no noise, no constant switching. Just space to think. This reflection explores how quiet environments and intentional focus can transform the way we work.
Spring Into Action!
Spring is the perfect time to freshen up your marketing. Learn three simple ways to refine your messaging, deliver real value, and spark meaningful conversations with your audience.
Your Brand Evolved. Your Email Didn’t.
Digital design is evolving fast — fluid interfaces, expressive typography, intentional motion. Yet email often feels stuck in the past. This piece explores the growing disconnect between modern brand experiences and outdated inbox design, and offers practical ways to create emails that feel intentional, memorable, and aligned with your brand at its best.
La Tavola di San Giuseppe Returns to the Table
On March 19, MARQUEE Signature Events brought back a cherished Sicilian tradition with La Tavola di San Giuseppe — an intimate cultural dinner experience blending culinary artistry, storytelling, and community. Rooted in gratitude and hospitality, the evening reintroduced MARQUEE’s vision for meaningful, culturally inspired events.
Reframing the narrative
Narratives shape how communities and organizations are perceived — for better or worse. Youngstown’s new mayor, Derrick McDowell, offers a compelling example of how leaders can shift conversations away from frustration and toward shared responsibility. His approach shows how reframing criticism can strengthen engagement, pride, and progress.
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