The Cycle of Purpose Begins Here

Potential grows through practice. Turning movement into momentum.

Date
June 25 2026
Price
$30
Time
6:30PM
Where
935 W Chestnut St
Chicago, IL
Introducing

the Rooted in Purpose Workshop

A Creative Networking Experience

On Thursday, June 25, we’re inviting Chicago creatives from across industries to gather for a meaningful creative networking experience designed to go deeper than the typical meet-up. Whether you consider yourself a seasoned creative or are simply looking for a spark to tap into your creativity again, Rooted in Purpose is your space to reflect on your why, realign, and ensure your creative well isn't running dry.

This is your opportunity to invest in your growth as a creative professional with a community of peers who understand what it takes to excel at making a living doing what you love. Through conversation, connection, and a live collaborative art experience, you’ll engage with creatives across disciplines, gain insight into sustaining and evolving your craft, and cultivate relationships that spark future collaboration and growth.

Space is limited to keep the experience intimate and impactful.
Meet our panelists

Creatives who know what the work costs.

Learn from experts across creative disciplines on how to put your purpose into practice for your craft.

01
Kendra Jamaica
Founder & Executive Producer of Dama Productions • panelist
Kendra Jamaica is a Chicago-born Mexicana host, event producer, and curator who turns spaces into emotionally resonant, visually striking experiences. She is the creative force behind Dama Productions, a platform dedicated to uplifting Latine, sapphic, and femme communities through bold, immersive live entertainment like ESCÁNDALO Comedy and the CHISME Variety Show. As a Second City Bob Curry Fellow, Latinas Acting Up member, and La Collective Fellow, Kendra is a dedicated collaborator who ensures everyone in the room feels seen and leaves changed.
02
Camilo Vera 
creative Director • Panelist
Camilo Vera is a Chicago-based Creative Director, designer, and freelance creative consultant with 12+ years of experience building brands, campaigns, and design systems rooted in clear thinking and strong visual storytelling. Today, he partners independently with brands and organizations to clarify ideas, sharpen creative direction, and bring meaningful work to life across identity, campaign, content, and production. His past work includes creative direction for global brands such as FedEx, Amazon Business, and Vitamix, alongside civic organizations, nonprofits, and community-driven initiatives. An art director at the core, Camilo bridges strategy and craft, shaping ideas from concept through execution.
03
Cristina Vera Bridges
CEO of Vera Creative and Founder of La Collective • moderator
Cristina Vera Bridges is an award-winning communications strategist with 25 years of expertise in leadership, marketing, & community engagement. Her efforts have resulted in more resources, representation, and funding for underserved communities across Chicago and throughout Illinois. Her agency takes a purpose-centered approach to their work, partnering with countless government organizations, blue-chip brands, and social impact organizations to advocate for equity in education, the arts, and community health and wellness.
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When is it
June 25th, 2026
6:30PM
Where to go
935 W Chestnut St STE 650
Chicago, Il 60622
What to Expect
Inspiration, connection, and a live collaborative art experience paired with cocktails and curated bites
Rooted In
values.
culture.
Community.
Expertise.
Chicago.

About the host

At Vera Creative, we believe that creativity is most powerful when driven by purpose. Our agency is rooted in empathy, strategy, and culture and this is evident in the work we’ve produced for Chicago Early Learning, One Family Illinois, Puerto Rican Arts Alliance, the Chicago Cubs and more! For over a decade we’ve created work that, like roots beneath the surface, connects communities, brands, and ideas in ways that outlast the moment, and now we’re paying it forward.

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