What do you get when you combine a room full of game developers, a tight deadline, and the seeds of inspiration? You get a game jam. The equivalent of a hackathon for game developers, game jams are a place for rapid prototyping and collaboration between coders, artists, musicians, writers, and designers. If you’re ready to mingle with other … [Read more...] about Global Game Jam: Creativity, Code, and Collaboration
Coworking: Good for Business
Coworking is not for everyone, but many freelancers, teleworkers, and small business owners are finding it’s just the right fit. According to the latest results of Deskmag’s Global Coworking Survey, coworking communities continue to pop up around the world at a phenomenal rate. Why? Many say they are happier and more productive in a coworking … [Read more...] about Coworking: Good for Business
Featured Member: Charles T “Teddy” Galloway III
Teddy Galloway is an entrepreneur and instructor with a big vision for the world. After spending the last 15 years responding to and teaching others how to respond to emergency situations involving chemical, biological, radiation, and nuclear weapons he is ready to launch a series of projects targeting a cause closer to his heart. WeThrive is a … [Read more...] about Featured Member: Charles T “Teddy” Galloway III
Featured Cowork Frederick Member: Sam St-Phard
Sam St-Phard is an insurance benefits broker and small business owner in downtown Frederick. He is the founder and Principal Broker of SSP Benefits, a group that assembles insurance plans on a mass scale for employers to offer their employees. Sam is also the owner and founder of DMG Expediters and Couriers, a company that specializes in acquiring … [Read more...] about Featured Cowork Frederick Member: Sam St-Phard
Featured Member: Emily Lucas
Emily Lucas is the Membership and Operations Director at the Association for the Study of Middle East and Africa (ASMEA), an organization that promotes a greater understanding of the region by fostering freedom in teaching and acceptance of all viewpoints. Emily is one of three at ASMEA. Because of its small size, Emily wears many hats handling … [Read more...] about Featured Member: Emily Lucas