Join Us for Books Behind the Business: An Evening of Inspiration and Insight

Join us for an engaging evening where books, business, and bold ideas come together. This edition of Books Behind the Business features two inspiring Santa Fe entrepreneurs who will share the books that have shaped their professional journeys.

Tuesday, June 24 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Southside Library Community Room

Featured Speakers:

Ward Hendon - Dangerous Ventures

Ward will lead a discussion on Speed & Scale by John Doerr. With a diverse career spanning law, entrepreneurship, teaching, and investing, Ward offers valuable insights into how scaling innovation can create a better world.

Caley Shoemaker - As Above, So Below

Caley, who began her distilling career with Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey in 2009, has become a leader in the craft spirits industry. She'll share how The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle has influenced her leadership and distilling practice.

About the Series

Books Behind the Business brings together local entrepreneurs, business owners, and social enterprise leaders to explore the books that have guided their leadership, strategy, and innovation. Each session includes a guest speaker presentation and an interactive discussion with attendees.

Series Schedule:

Every other month on the fourth Tuesday

Spanish interpretation will be available.

This series is part of a broader effort to position Santa Fe's libraries as hubs for professional and economic development. The Santa Fe Office of Economic Development supports local businesses by providing resources, fostering connections, and encouraging knowledge-sharing to help Santa Fe's economy grow and thrive.

For more information, visit the Santa Fe Office of Economic Development website.