CULTVATING COMMUNITY BETWEEN PUBLIC SERVICE AND THE INNOVATION ECONOMY
CREATING LASTING AND SUSTAINABLE CHANGE IN THE WORKFORCE
INTRODUCING COMMUNITY COLLECTIVE
Community Collective is the next generation of business advocacy that truly includes all facets of the innovation economy: Social Media platforms and the Creator Economy, Web3 , Media and Entertainment, Design and Development, the new frontier of Transportation, and beyond.
Our purpose is to foster opportunity, equity, and resources to enable the continued economic vitality of business owners and workers in California. We primarily serve creative, industrial, and technological innovators throughout the State that contribute to the future of our economy and the new industries being developed as a result. We provide vital resources, relationships, and legislative advocacy for our members to support their growth and ensure the ethical and social sustainability of our communities is upheld as technology continues to evolve.
Michelle Edgar
Co-Founder & CEO
Ben Reiss
Co-Founder & COO
ABOUT US
What We Do
Community Collective is a professional association dedicated to educating, advocating, and supporting the next generation of creativity and innovation across California. We serve as a platform for creative entrepreneurs, mission-driven professionals, and innovative startups to grow through access to vital resources and powerful relationships. Our mission is to uplift leaders in the fields of art, tech, music, media, design, and causes. Through curated programming and community engagement, we aim to inspire cross-sector collaboration and foster lasting cultural and civic impact. Whether you're an established innovator or an emerging changemaker, we provide tools, guidance, and opportunities to elevate your purpose.
Partnerships & Collaborations
At Community Collective, partnerships are at the heart of what we do. We believe in synergistic collaboration that goes beyond sponsorship to create meaningful integration and long-term value for both our partners and our community. From government agencies and cultural institutions to entertainment companies and nonprofits, we co-create impactful initiatives designed to drive collective progress. Our past collaborators include The Recording Academy, City of Santa Monica, AEG Dignity Health, Angel City FC, and Compton Cowboys, among others. We offer both bespoke and comprehensive partnership models tailored to your goals.
Memberships
Membership with Community Collective offers individuals and organizations the chance to engage more deeply with our mission and community. Members gain exclusive access to events, industry roundtables, and our private digital platform for networking and collaboration. Through our Membership Council, participants can shape programming, advocate for emerging needs, and contribute directly to our initiatives. It’s more than a membership — it’s a movement committed to innovation, inclusion, and impact. Whether you're a creative professional, public servant, or startup leader, membership connects you to the pulse of progress.
Events
Our monthly event series showcases pioneers across sports, entertainment, arts, technology, government, and social innovation. These gatherings are designed to spark dialogue, inspire fresh ideas, and ignite meaningful action. Events range from intimate salons to large-scale panels and performances, offering space for both networking and deep learning. We believe in convening the right people at the right time to unlock breakthrough collaborations. Past events have featured leaders from Santa Monica College Foundation, Beyond The Streets, and producers like Randy Jackson and Maejor.
Additional Services
Beyond our core programming, Community Collective offers a suite of services to help partners and members expand their impact. These include strategic advisory for cultural and civic initiatives, event production and curation, thought leadership amplification, and custom matchmaking across sectors. We also host Innovation & Impact Councils—working groups that drive local policy influence and community-based project development. Our team brings deep experience in media, government, and economic development to support your vision with intention and integrity.