Greyt Culture (BigTalk Event)
GREYT Culture + BIGTALK Event Overview
GREYT Culture:
GREYT Culture is a Cleveland-based organization focused on building vibrant, supportive communities through creativity, conversation, and connection. Their mission centers on uplifting local entrepreneurs, creatives, and changemakers by fostering spaces that encourage dialogue, collaboration, and personal growth. They host regular events, workshops, and talks to cultivate new ideas and strengthen community ties across Northeast Ohio.
GREYT BIGTALK:
BIGTALK is one of GREYT Culture’s signature event series, designed to go beyond surface-level networking. Each event brings together thought leaders, small business owners, artists, and community members for deeper conversations around meaningful topics — ranging from personal growth and creativity to community activism and innovation.
Recent BIGTALK themes have included the healing power of nature’s soundscape, sustainability, and the intersection of business and community impact. Attendees are encouraged to share stories, ask questions, and build authentic relationships, making it an essential space for genuine connection and local collaboration.
GREYT BIGTALK Event — Featuring Judy Semroc
Client/Connection:
GREYT BIGTALK — thanks to a referral from my advisor, Mrs. Sarah Franks.
The Experience:
Thanks to the GREYT BIGTALK team for inviting me and even comping my entry to this event! From the start, this gathering focused on building real community through connection and storytelling — values that closely mirror my own business mission. While I’m still new to these rooms, each event chips away at the nerves and reinforces that this work matters.
The talk itself, centered around nature’s soundscapes and human impact on the environment, was refreshing and insightful. Judy Semroc’s stories resonated deeply, particularly her emphasis on listening — a skill just as critical behind the camera as it is in nature.
The Challenge:
Blend into the atmosphere without interrupting the flow of speakers and attendees, while capturing candid moments that reflected the spirit of curiosity and learning.
The Solution:
Focused on:
- Quiet, natural captures during speeches and performances
- Candid interactions between attendees
- Contextual wide shots to ground the location
- Speaker portraits for future marketing and promotions
The Impact:
The final gallery provided the GREYT BIGTALK team with a complete story of the event — visual storytelling they could use for social media, newsletters, and future event promotions.