Russell Ballard
Background
- Austin-based event curator and community organizer
- Participant in Alpha ecosystem discussions and morning sessions
- Working on vibe aggregation platform for Austin events
Professional Projects
- Vibe Aggregation Platform: Developing a platform to curate and share events in Austin
- Exploring various text messaging platforms (Blue Sky, Superphone) for distribution
- Considering subscription/donation model for platform sustainability
- Planning event data collection and engagement metrics
Alpha Ecosystem Involvement
- Participates in morning strategy sessions at Alpha School
- Engages in discussions about youth engagement initiatives and recruitment strategies
- Collaborates with Gary Sheng, Jack Oremus, Beef Jones, and others on various projects
Interests & Expertise
- Event curation and community building
- Platform development and distribution strategies
- Youth engagement and mentorship initiatives
- Movement infrastructure and recruitment strategies
Interactions
- 2025-04-15: Participated in Alpha partnerships morning session discussing organizational structure, event planning, and media strategy
- 2025-04-15: Involved in morning discussion about movement infrastructure and Alpha recruitment strategies
Transcripts
| Transcript ID | Date | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-15-alpha-partnerships-morning-session | 2025-04-15 | Morning session on Alpha partnerships, organizational structure, and event planning |
| 2025-04-15-alpha-recruitment-morning-session | 2025-04-15 | Morning discussion about movement infrastructure and Alpha recruitment strategies |