There are nearly 300,000 Meetup groups in upwards of 200 countries. These groups cover a large variety of interests, including technology, writing, and fitness, to name a few. After joining and hosting several Meetups, we’ve compiled a list of reasons Meetups can be beneficial to you both personally and professionally. Networking – Social or Professional If you are new to …
Co-Workers Separated by Miles: Tips for Working with Distributed Teams
Have you ever been at your desk in your workplace, furiously (or calmly) working on a deliverable (maybe with your headphones in because sometimes the office gets a bit loud) when suddenly you find yourself stuck? “If only I had this last small detail,” or “it would be advantageous to confirm this is the right approach before I go down the wrong …
Innovation, Automation and Iteration
Over the last 20+ years of my career in product design, the industry has been in a constant state of change (i.e. chaos). Process has changed, methods have transformed and outcomes have progressed. There is one thing that has remained consistent throughout that time — how we approach design solutions. There are three ways to design solutions: Innovation, Automation and …
Ventera Supports Grant Management for Museums and Libraries Affected by COVID-19
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) issued $13.8 million in CARES Act funding to support museums and libraries across the US affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. Applications began pouring in, and within 30 days, the agency received a whopping 1,701. The Ventera Grants Support Team immediately got to work configuring and managing the Electronic Grants Management System (eGMS) and supporting the …