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Ingrid Riley

Entrepreneur. Event Producer. Community Builder. Trend Analyst.

This Art and Business of Gathering People .

Ingrid Riley, August 18, 2025

Maybe it started with me being an extroverted latch-key kid who just wanted some company. 😂 Who knew that hunger would become one of the things I love doing most in this world- to gather and connect people.

Over the years, through wins and hard lessons, I’ve learned that there’s an art to gathering. And when it’s done with purpose, vision, and a business mindset, it can become a force.

So yeah, I gather and connect people for a living:
To spark ideas.
To connect and build community.
To share and learn.
To disrupt.
To launch.
To shift culture.
To have fun.
To drive business.

Because the right room, with the right people, at the right time, can change everything.

Now, we’re in an era where bold, culturally relevant gatherings matter more than ever, especially across tech, travel, wellness, women, culture, and entertainment.

People want experiences with a pulse. Events with meaning. Spaces that reflect who they are and who they’re becoming.

And if you think this is some kumbaya shit-consider this: The global events industry is now worth US$1.3 trillion.

Plus, look around. Jamaican and Caribbean event and experiences brands are launching local and winning global-and it’s just getting started.

So tech is where I began, and will remain rooted. I just happen to see a few gorgeous gaps in travel, wellness, women, culture, and entertainment, and I feel compelled to go after.

GridNet Events is brand new, and we’re going to start rolling out our signature event and media brands- trend-riding, culture-forward, and built to shift the game.
And please, do take pleasure in watching our journey to see what flies or fails. 😂

We’re also now open for your business…to start working with your brand if it’s ready to do some thaangs that hit different…sprinkle a little tech and create people magic that’s good for your business.

I’m looking forward to working with you.

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