views from the crossroads of digital culture + commerce by Briaan L. Barron
I flew across the country for a 2-day conference and skipped Day 2. Here’s why.
“Creating something of this scale for our community is no small feat. But as a creative professional, I’m no longer satisfied with inspiration alone.”
From Coworking Hubs (Back) to Country Clubs: The Price of Belonging
“What we’re witnessing now is a pivot away from inclusivity, the dominant ethos of the 2010s, back toward exclusivity as cultural currency. Membership isn’t about belonging; it’s about stratification. Who can enter, who can afford, who can align themselves with the ‘haves.’”