The Connector Next Door with Lisa Gareau
The Connector Next Door is your invitation to meet natural connectors here in Canada and all around world. Each one is an everyday event planner who works to create meaningful connections through the events they plan. Their stories are familiar, fun, and full of charm. Your host, Lisa Gareau, is a lifelong Event Planner and has been a Connection Strategy Coach since founding her company - Candy Event Consulting - in 2008. She knows events can become energized "connecting points" where communities can gather and grow and is helping planners create these connection points through The Connection Architect Program! If you are ready to build connection points through the events you plan, you can start by listening in as Lisa strikes up a conversation with today’s Connector Next Door.
The Connector Next Door with Lisa Gareau
Christian Ortiz, Artist, AI Ethicist, Tenacious Truth-teller, and Natural Connector
Christian Ortiz is a multifaceted American talent based out of Denver, Colorado, known for his groundbreaking work as a filmmaker, musician, photographer, artist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist.
He has been bridging creativity and business for years, specializing in helping creatives build sustainable businesses while empowering companies to create meaningful, impactful brands.
Through his innovative social media management company – Mod Atlas Media – Christian has helped hundreds of brands align their digital presence with their core values, fostering growth that is both innovative and socially responsible.
Christian is on a mission to transform the tech industry by embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) into its very core.
He’s not just a tech entrepreneur—He’s a global advocate for social justice, using the power of AI and creative innovation to drive real change.
His passion to see change led him to develop Justice AI an AI-driven solutions that was created to dismantle systemic biases.
Justice AI is a tool designed to promote fairness and equity within corporate environments, ensuring businesses not only grow but grow ethically and inclusively.
Christian is mobilizing social activists, creatives, and tech innovators to reshape the tech landscape into one that reflects and amplifies the voices of underrepresented communities.
His influential work extends from the US to Uganda, serving on numerous boards and driving change.
In our conversation today Christian shares his belief that we can enjoy a future where technology serves everyone and that – when working together – we can all see that vision become a reality!
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You can find and connect with Christian on LinkedIn HERE. https://www.linkedin.com/in/modatlasmedia/
Justice AI, developed by Christian Ortiz, is the world's first ethical AI that empowers businesses globally with AI solutions that prioritize fairness, transparency, and responsibility. His advanced platform helps organizations reduce bias, foster inclusivity, and meet international standards across industries like finance, healthcare, and human resources. Learn more HERE. https://justiceai.co/
As the founder of MOD ATLAS MEDIA, an online business consulting platform, Christian is defining his purpose with the mission to teach billions on how to build a successful mindset when entering entrepreneurship. Learn more HERE. https://www.modatlasmedia.com/
Meaningful connections matter now more than ever! Your community, clients, or customers are ready to connect. Are you ready to be their connector? Events can grow your business, create an impact in your community, or motivate a group around your ideas. The Connection Architect Course and Community is for the everyday event planner that is ready to create connections that matter.
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Are you planning or promoting events for your business, organization, or group? Reach out and book a 30-Minute Hello with podcast host, Candy Event Consulting Founder, and Connection Strategy Coach Lisa Gareau to share how you are creating connections through events!