WHAT is the Rock Ledge Innovators Institute?
It is a combination workshop, salon, and party devoted broadly to innovative responses to social, economic, and cultural change. We focus on real-world projects and processes and on making new connections.

WHAT is the Innovators Institute NOT?
It is not a healing or spirituality retreat, stage for frustrated orators and actors, or a venue for blatant self-promotion.

WHY should I attend?
Here are two big reasons: You will meet brilliant people who might make a difference in how you look at your work and life. Secondly, Peaks Island, Maine is one of the most beautiful, accessible, and inspiring spots in New England.

WHO is invited besides me?
The hosts of the event, Bob Barancik and Amy Blake, will be inviting about 40 outstanding people from a wide variety of disciplines and domains. Most will be friends, friends-of-friends, participants in last year's Innovators Institute, and creative people we would simply like to meet and get to know.

WHEN & WHERE?
The Rock Ledge Innovators Institute will begin Friday September 15th at 5:30 p.m. with an informal buffet at the seaside Driftwood Cottage on Torrington Point (Peaks Island, Maine). It is a short but salubrious ferry ride from Portland to the island, and a quick walk from the island ferry landing to Torrington Point. The first full day is Saturday the 16th. It will start at 10 a.m. sharp and last until 10 p.m. Sunday will have additional informal programming from noon to 4 p.m. Monday through Wednesday will be devoted to workshops offered by participants and "ubiquitous serendipity." It is recommended that attendees come for at least three days -- but it is only a suggestion.

COST?
There is no entry fee or "suggested contribution" for the Rock Ledge Innovators Institute. But all participants must pay for their own transportation, lodging, and some meals. (There are no grants, stipends, or honorariums.)

EXPECTATIONS?
Realistic expectations are likely to be realized and unrealistic ones are unlikely to be fulfilled. But "realistic" is a highly personal and elastic term. Ones satisfaction usually comes down to a willingness to listen and share in an open and non-judgemental manner. and the ubiquitous serendipity will tend to take care of itself.

HIDDEN AGENDAS?
None.

ACTION STEP:
If you are intrigued and would consider participating or passing along a name, simply contact Bob Barancik at 215.964-3937 or at bobcreates@earthlink.net

IS THERE A WEBSITE?
Yes, and it will be periodically be updated at www.rockledgestudios.com/institute