A non-profit dedicated to helping cities create safe, vibrant places to socialize and reimagine 🏙️ #SociableCity. Founded by @JimPetersUS
Scotts Valley, California
Joined March 2009
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Defining 2026 Trends: The Future of Sociability
Powering Music & Nightlife: Great shows don’t happen by chance—they’re built on collaboration between venues, local governments, and communities. The challenge? Balancing safety with financial sustainability.
Managing the Nighttime Economy: Cities across North America are stepping up by creating dedicated nightlife offices. These initiatives streamline fragmented policies and strengthen support for venues and artists. A thriving nighttime economy isn’t just entertainment—it’s jobs, tourism, and cultural identity.
Join the Movement: Let’s keep the music playing and the lights shining. Advocate for smart policies, support local venues, and be part of the energy that makes our cities come alive after dark.
What are the Trends in your city and state?
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Storytelling is a vital part of our social fabric. So, what makes a story captivating, and what qualities define a good storyteller? In my recent interview with Jamin Rowan, author of The Sociable City: An American Intellectual Tradition, we delve into the fascinating neuroscience behind storytelling. Don’t miss the full interview, and catch Professor Rowan speaking at the 2025 Sociable City Summit from May 7-9 in Sacramento. Tune in to the video interview or find it on Spotify podcasts under Sociable City. bit.ly/jamin_rowan_interview
You still have time to join an important discussion on Women in Policing and Venue Security on Tuesday, October 8, at 10 am Pacific.
Cities are increasingly recognizing the value of women in nighttime police units and venue security. The traditional image of a “burly bouncer” is being replaced by a new standard that emphasizes excellent communication skills and de-escalation techniques.
The 30x30 Initiative, co-founded by Ivonne Roman, highlights that women police officers tend to use less excessive force and are involved in fewer lawsuits.
This forum will explore the benefits of recruiting more women into security and policing roles. Learn more sociablecity.org/trendspotti… #womenpolice #policewomen #security
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You still have time to join an important discussion on Women in Policing and Venue Security on Tuesday, October 8, at 10 am Pacific.
Cities are increasingly recognizing the value of women in nighttime police units and venue security. The traditional image of a “burly bouncer” is being replaced by a new standard that emphasizes excellent communication skills and de-escalation techniques.
The 30x30 Initiative, co-founded by Ivonne Roman, highlights that women police officers tend to use less excessive force and are involved in fewer lawsuits.
This forum will explore the benefits of recruiting more women into security and policing roles. Learn more sociablecity.org/trendspotti… #womenpolice #policewomen #SecurityGuard
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Join us for RHI’s 7th Annual Sociable City Academy, a pre-Summit professional development event tailored for nighttime managers, public safety teams, planners, and advisory board staff. This program offers a blend of online seminars and onsite case studies to help you establish a dedicated office for social economy management. This year’s special guest faculty includes a team from the Sacramento Sociable City Plan.
bit.ly/2025_academy
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Exciting news! More featured speakers have been announced for the 2025 Sociable City Summit, taking place from May 7-9 in Sacramento. Tina Lee-Vogt, @AllisonHarnden, @TinaLeeVogt, Jamin Rowan, and @Sindee_Savage will share their unique perspectives and insights on planning and managing a vibrant social economy. Their expertise spans governance, sociability, storytelling, and dance events that promote a city’s culture. bit.ly/summitspeakers2
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There is still time to join a discussion on preventing nighttime social district gun violence with representatives from Pittsburgh, Denver, Minneapolis, Edmonton, New Orleans, NOBLE, among others. The Tues Sept 10 Forum will explore how social venues and public safety agencies can work together to make social districts safer. bit.ly/gunviolencewomeninpol…
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Don't Take Your Gun to Town. Join the Tuesday, September 10, 10am PDT Trendspotting Forum on gun violence in nightlife districts will explore how social venues and public safety agencies can work together to make social districts safer. bit.ly/gunviolencewomeninpol…
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The first featured speakers for the 2025 Sociable City Summit in Sacramento, May 7-9, have been announced. They bring unique perspectives on the nighttime social economy. bit.ly/summitspeakers1
Job alert! The City of Raleigh’s Office of Special Events is hiring for a Public and Social Spaces Liaison position. Engage with local businesses to manage nightlife, private use of public space, social districts and outdoor seating. Apply by 8/27 bit.ly/raleighsocialspacelia…
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We are excited to announce an interview with @DavidKennedyNYC, National Network for Safe Communities, where he discusses his work on focused deterrence to reduce violence. On September 10, join the Trendspotting Forum titled “Don’t Take Your Gun to Town” bit.ly/rhi_trendspotting_aug
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Thank you for attending #RHIsummit24 in #DallasTX! We were so happy to host you. What was your biggest takeaway on the #SociableCity and #SafeVibrantNightlife?
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We were happy to have you share your insights at #RHIsummit24!
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Listening to final insights from #NightMayor #NightManager positions from #Pittsburgh #Boston #Sacramento at #RHIsummit24 @nitecap_us
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#NightMayor #NightManager positions facilitate #MutualEmpathy – helping businesses and government understand each other, not just their own needs. @TinaLeeVogt, Night Manager @TheCityofSac #RHIsummit24 @nitecap_us
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Being a #NightMayor #NightManager is not just about making #nightlife better for drunks. This position can bring #socialequity, create #generationalwealth for #POC @TinaLeeVogt @TheCityofSac; Allison Harnden @PGHnightEcon; Corean Reynolds, #Boston. @JocelynKane #RHIsummit24
Improving #WomenSafety in #SocialDistricts and #SocialVenues makes everyone safer. Interactive workshop led by RHI’s VP @AliciaScholer and @Carlybag @BristolNightsHQ at #RHIsummit24
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Being a woman and/or POC #NightMayor #NightManager has value-add but brings unique challenges. @TinaLeeVogt, Night Manager @TheCityofSac; Allison Harnden @PGHnightEcon; Corean Reynolds, Boston's Dir of Nightlife Economy. Moderated by @JocelynKane #RHIsummit24
Cities worldwide are creating #OfficeofNightlife #NightMayor #NightManager positions. This panel will bring early US leaders to forecast how the field is evolving and #WomenVoices in #NightManagement at #RHISummit24 @nitecap_us
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