As the ELEVATE: Creative Women’s Summit approaches, we are excited to feature two dynamic entrepreneurs who exemplify the art of community building: Lizzi Bickford Meadow and Jaimee Marano Lundberger, co-founders of City Country Beach. They will share their expertise on the panel “Elevate: Community – From Followers to Fam,”offering insights into cultivating authentic connections and fostering loyal audiences.
Meet the Founders:
Lizzi Bickford Meadow
Lizzi is a seasoned marketing, branding, and public relations expert with over 15 years of global business experience. She has crafted and implemented strategies for iconic fashion brands, luxury retail centers, hospitality entities, real estate developers, and financial institutions. Her editorial roles have included contributing editor, editor-in-chief, and senior vice president for leading fashion and luxury lifestyle publications such as The Daily Front Row and various Cox Media outlets. Lizzi excels in creating immersive brand experiences that drive revenue and enhance brand visibility, leveraging her extensive international network of tastemakers and influencers to amplify these events across digital, social, and print media platforms.
Jamiee Marano Lundberger
With over 20 years in integrated marketing across agency, media, and in-house brand environments, Jaimee is a master brand builder. She connects cross-functional teams to develop strategic marketing campaigns across paid, owned, and earned platforms. Jaimee specializes in bespoke marketing strategies, including experiential and influencer marketing programs, public relations, strategic partnerships, and custom content creation for brands in hospitality, travel, finance, real estate, lifestyle, and fashion. Her portfolio features collaborations with Moët & Chandon, Dom Pérignon, Bacardi USA, Pernod Ricard, Auberge Hotels, Omega Watches, Michelin, and Smeg, among others. Jaimee also served as Lifestyle Editor at The Daily Front Row, curating brand experiences and executing media deliverables across key markets.
About City Country Beach:
City Country Beach is an experience-first 360° marketing and media company that believes in the power of immersive storytelling to forge authentic connections between people, places, and brands. They create unforgettable moments, curate elevated spaces, and produce engaging content to connect communities, generating meaningful, lasting relationships between founders, creatives, and consumers. Their website, newsletters, and social media platforms showcase the experiences they curate for clients and share inspirations from the city, country, and beach.
Their Role at ELEVATE:
At the summit, Lizzi and Jaimee will join fellow industry leaders on the “Elevate: Community” panel to discuss:
- Fostering authentic connections across platforms.
- Cultivating a sense of belonging among audiences.
- Transforming followers into a loyal, engaged community.
Their combined expertise in brand strategy, community curation, and experiential event production positions them uniquely to offer valuable insights into building and sustaining vibrant communities.
Why You Can’t Miss This Panel:
Lizzi and Jaimee’s journey with City Country Beach showcases the impact of immersive storytelling and strategic community engagement. Their experiences provide practical lessons for entrepreneurs, creators, and brand leaders aiming to deepen their audience connections.
Join Us at ELEVATE: Creative Women’s Summit:
Join us on January 14, 2025, at the DCA Meadowlands in Darien, CT, for a day of inspiration and actionable insights. Lizzi Bickford Meadow, Jaimee Marano Lundberger, and our stellar lineup of speakers will help you elevate your approach to community building and engagement.
Reserve your spot today and get ready to transform your followers into a loyal, supportive family!
