This book is a brilliant take on how to design your own creative community! A must-read for any emerging leader.

Spud is what would happen if you took the imagination and creativity of a second grader and paired it with the wisdom of a 90-year-old professor. It is a gift to meet someone with this level of creativity and skill to effectively bring these dreams to life. His book is a terrific read!

Spud is hands down the most creative community builder I’ve ever met! In his book, he showcases his unique journey step-by-step, the highs and lows he navigated along the way, and how you too can shape the community of your dreams.

An essential read for anyone in community and economic development professions, or anyone that just wants to make a positive contribution to their community. This book is hugely relatable and difficult to put down; it is one influential guide that I will be recommending widely to colleagues and communities alike.

Spud and his team approach complex challenges both simply and joyfully. While being one of the most driven and capable people I know, he is also incredibly laid back and accessible which is a virtue to both his colleagues and clients. If you have the opportunity, hire My Creative Community. You will not regret it.

Through their work with the Sullivan Foundation, My Creative Community helped us to invigorate and expand our social entrepreneurship program. They revolutionized our student retreat programs by working tirelessly to reach students, coordinate facilitators, and make our events a success. Our student programming would not be at its current level without their guidance!

Spud’s team has that rare ability to bring together high-performing people working at their very best. They are the grand conductor, identifying the right talent and composition of people and channelling them for the right results. As a result, they bring out the best in teams – no in-fighting, no jockeying for power; just true collaboration and productivity.