​EVENT POSTPONED

​Due to the weather, we’re postponing tonight’s Founder Speaker Series event that was set to take place outside, on The Lawn at CityPlace.

​We’ll be rescheduling for early 2026 and will share the new date as soon as it’s set.

​Thanks so much for your understanding—we want to make sure your experience is the best it can be.

​We look forward to hosting you in the new year!

​A series of casual, insightful fireside chats designed to educate and inspire early-stage entrepreneurs and founders aiming for growth.

​Featuring accomplished entrepreneurs who have carved their own paths, navigated challenges, and built scalable businesses.

​Learn how they achieved their goals through hard work, grit, teamwork, and leveraging the resources around them.

​Plus get the behind the scenes details about the Business & Pleasure Co. store opening soon at CityPlace! Each guest will receive a special gift to take home courtesy of Business & Pleasure Co.

​Hear from Ollie Edwards, the President and Co-Founder of Business & Pleasure Co., a Los Angeles–based outdoor lifestyle brand known for its elevated umbrellas and coastal-inspired essentials.

​Born in Sydney, Australia, Ollie built his career in consumer goods as a buyer and merchandiser, specializing in e-commerce retail. Today, he blends his product expertise with a passion for timeless design to grow Business & Pleasure Co. into a global lifestyle brand.

​This chat will be moderated by Eileen Sturgis, a seasoned integrated marketing professional with 15+ years across agency and in-house roles shaping strategy and driving impact for iconic global brands.

​In her current role as Director of Marketing for CityPlace at Related Ross, she oversees initiatives that strengthen brand identity, drive traffic, and support revenue objectives.

​Event Overview

​Arrival and Mingling: 5:30-6:00 PM

​Fireside Chat: 6:00-6:45 PM

​Audience Q & A: 6:45-7:00 PM

​Networking & Event Conclusion: 7:00-7:30 PM

​*This event is free for 1909 members, please register with the discount code posted in Slack.

​📍The Lawn at CityPlace

​Beverages and light bites will be provided.

​Thank you to Related Life for sponsoring this series.