Riverside AI Summary: Ben and Julia Harrison, founder of Saloon, discusses the origins of her curated creative community and networking hub. Saloon started as an idea to host multidisciplinary parties in her apartment, showcasing the work of artists, musicians, and chefs. Julia wanted to create a cr...

Riverside AI Summary: Ben and Julia Harrison, founder of Saloon, discusses the origins of her curated creative community and networking hub. Saloon started as an idea to host multidisciplinary parties in her apartment, showcasing the work of artists, musicians, and chefs. Julia wanted to create a cross-disciplinary space for people to collaborate and help each other find jobs. She chose Substack and Discord as platforms for Saloon to facilitate communication and networking. Saloon is a community-driven platform that connects freelancers and professionals in the media and creative industries. It aims to provide support, networking opportunities, and resources for individuals looking to advance their careers. The platform features a newsletter, a Discord community, and plans for in-person events. Saloon has already facilitated connections and job opportunities for its members. Julia has a strong entrepreneurial mindset and is focused on maintaining the personal and supportive nature of the community as it grows. Sound Bites * "Saloon started because I wanted to have parties in my apartment" * "I chose Substack because I already had one and it's an easy thing to use" * "The first one that I read was the Vogue article about the crotch logo" * "Saloon just hired her entire staff through Saloon, which is amazing." * "I'm so possessive of the project at the moment. And I also just have kind of an entrepreneurial mindset in general." * "I don't know that it's even remarkable so much as I think it's really emblematic of the way things ought to run." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Julia Harrison and Saloon 02:59 The Origins of Saloon: From Apartment Parties to a Creative Community 05:46 Saloon's Platform: Substack and Discord 09:00 The Vision for Saloon: Opening a Community Arts Center 10:25 The Purpose and Benefits of Saloon 13:56 Exploring Fashion Trends and the Cyclicality of Fashion 19:09 Pushing Back Against Consumerism in the Fashion Industry 20:42 Creating a Supportive and Collaborative Environment 30:04 Partnerships and Opportunities in Saloon 40:29 Transitioning to In-Person Events 47:48 Future Plans for Saloon 52:05 Conclusion and How to Get Involved