COMMUNITY FACILITATOR

About

Exploration, Collaboration,

Activation, Celebration!

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Michael John Heagerty

Ambassador, Entrepreneur, Place-maker, Experience Creator

 

I tend to look through the lens of exploration, being drawn to overlooked or under-utilized urban pockets that can be re-imagined. Celebrating the anti-ordinary, envisioning the long-term affects on the social community and locational identity of forgotten spaces is my specialty. Activation of improvisational urban projects via promotions that contribute to local pride and give Syracuse, NY a series of unique and fun activities to enjoy is my mission.

Through collaborations with the local creative class of the Mighty Salt City, I’ve accomplished a series of whimsical interventions and community building events that provide alternative uses for forgotten urban spaces.

Pop-up Parklets on asphalt, colorful Installations in alleyways, reclaiming the city one project at a time with grassroots efforts.

 

 

Kind Words

 
PART TIME Installation ARTIST
“Michael John is a tremendously passionate person who brings energy and vision to all of his projects. He has vast experience in the arts and culture arena ranging from design to marketing to management. Michael has a knack for the big picture, but you can trust him with details.”
— Julie Pinsonneault (she/her) Communications Strategist | Executive Writer & Editor
 
Entrepreneur
”Michael JOHN is a dynamic, high energy individual. He is passionate about his work and always willing to accommodate everyone. His creativity and out-of-the-box thinking help fuel his entrepreneurial spirit.”
— DAN LENT, Vice President Business Banking Citizens Bank
A self-motivated creative
“I am most impressed by his ability to bring people together and captivate an audience, either through design, through performance, or through education.”
— Jennifer Russo Director of Marketing, Communications, & Events at Syracuse University School of Education