St Pete Creative Network

Infobox Website
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url = http://www.stpetecreative.com
commercial = No
type = Social network service
registration = Required for most services
owner = Self-owned, non-profit
author = Justin Elza
launch date = 2007
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The St Pete Creative Network (SPCN) is an all-volunteer, non-profit group for creative professionals in St. Petersburg, Florida .

Significance

With over 500 members, the SPCN is one of the largest independent creative organizations in the state of Florida. The group is at the forefront of a growing trend toward social networking at the local level, popularized by such websites as Meetup.com.

Objective

The stated objective of the St Pete Creative Network is to make creative life in St. Petersburg as enjoyable as possible.

Functions

To accomplish their singular objective, the SPCN provides their members with the following:

1. Monthly meetings that enable local creatives to connect with one another, network, socialize, learn and give back to the community

2. An online member directory that enables members to create a profile. Profile features include basic information, portfolio gallery, and a blog, among others. Members can view other profiles to find people with similar creative interests

3. An online discussion forum where members can look for or advertise work, post questions for the group, and discuss industry-specific topics

4. A comprehensive list of all creative happenings each week in St. Petersburg

5. A city-wide directory of creative people, places, and things

6. A weekly newsletter that helps keep creatives connected with one another and with what's going on around town.

7. The ability for members to form sub-groups of their own, through which they can pursue specific creative interests

8. A calendar of group-related events

9. Member galleries

10. A chat room

Affiliations

The SPCN does not charge money for group membership and tries to make all of their events free as well. They do not sell advertising space on their website. They do not sell, use, or distribute membership data. They are not affiliated with any company or public organization.

References

1. [http://www.stpetecreative.com Creative Minds Come Together] , St Pete Times, 06-17-07. Retrieved on 10-23-07.

2. [http://tampabay.bizjournals.com/tampabay/stories/2007/06/04/daily64.html Brainstorm Pinellas: New creative network formed] , Tampa Bay Business Journal, 06-08-07. Retrieved on 10-23-07.