Shape the Cape Summit

385

As a new member, it was my first time going. I was very impressed with the scale of the event and quality of the program. I came away feeling inspired, and appreciative of the great community we live in.

385 people showed up... and 266 had never been before!

Brewster Attendee

385 385 people showed up... and 266 had never been before!

As a new member, it was my first time going. I was very impressed with the scale of the event and quality of the program. I came away feeling inspired, and appreciative of the great community we live in.

Brewster Attendee
71

What a triumph! I have so loved being a part of the Summit the last two years. It really does cultivate such a sense of community, "we're in this together," and connectedness.

71 Speakers... most on the mic for the very first time!

Eastham Attendee & Speaker

71 71 Speakers... most on the mic for the very first time!

What a triumph! I have so loved being a part of the Summit the last two years. It really does cultivate such a sense of community, "we're in this together," and connectedness.

Eastham Attendee & Speaker
52

"Networking" is a shallow way to describe what I valued most about my Summit experience. I'd describe it more as plugging into the electrical current of the people-powered battery that makes the Cape a really special place to live.

52 unique industries represented... from nonprofits and construction, to marketing and healthcare, and everything in between.

Chatham Attendee

52 52 unique industries represented... from nonprofits and construction, to marketing and healthcare, and everything in between.

"Networking" is a shallow way to describe what I valued most about my Summit experience. I'd describe it more as plugging into the electrical current of the people-powered battery that makes the Cape a really special place to live.

Chatham Attendee
33

These young people don't need to be told that the Cape's future belongs to them someday. They need to feel it in the room, surrounded by the people already building it. When a teenager walks out of that space seeing themselves as someone with power and vision and a role to play right now — that's not an investment in the future. That's the future, happening.

33 high school students from Barnstable, Monomoy, and Nauset.

Barnstable Attendee & Summit NextGen Sponsor

33 33 high school students from Barnstable, Monomoy, and Nauset.

These young people don't need to be told that the Cape's future belongs to them someday. They need to feel it in the room, surrounded by the people already building it. When a teenager walks out of that space seeing themselves as someone with power and vision and a role to play right now — that's not an investment in the future. That's the future, happening.

Barnstable Attendee & Summit NextGen Sponsor
46

Set up was smooth, communication was outstanding, and the participants and sessions were engaging. Thank you so much for your efforts to make this event happen!

46 nonprofits in the room, as exhibitors, speakers, and participants.

Orleans Attendee

46 46 nonprofits in the room, as exhibitors, speakers, and participants.

Set up was smooth, communication was outstanding, and the participants and sessions were engaging. Thank you so much for your efforts to make this event happen!

Orleans Attendee
62

The day was amazingly engaging. Thanks to all who planned such a meaningful experience!

62 unique communities represented... from Plymouth to Provincetown to Edgartown.

Harwich Attendee

62 62 unique communities represented... from Plymouth to Provincetown to Edgartown.

The day was amazingly engaging. Thanks to all who planned such a meaningful experience!

Harwich Attendee
3

Big thanks to the caregivers doing double-duty to demonstrate that strong parents = strong communities = strong futures for all.

Three very early career members (under five years old!) joined for the day to cheer on their grown-ups. 🤍

Brewster Attendee

3 Three very early career members (under five years old!) joined for the day to cheer on their grown-ups. 🤍

Big thanks to the caregivers doing double-duty to demonstrate that strong parents = strong communities = strong futures for all.

Brewster Attendee

I felt very inspired and engaged the entire day. I absolutely loved the Finding Your People session! I was surprised to see it jam-packed, but then it was nice to know I'm not the only one struggling.

Attendee

South Yarmouth

I found the networking opportunities and open dialogue between professionals across industries to be incredibly valuable. I heard a wide range of topics discussed throughout the day, which helped create meaningful connections and sparked opportunities for collaborative growth.

Attendee

Sandwich

This was a wonderful experience for me... I learned so much at this event about topics I would have never thought about! I also met some wonderful people and feel so blessed I had the opportunity to attend.

Attendee

Marston Mills

If I could describe the day in a word it would be "genuine." Everything felt so personal and fresh and relatable. Lots of connections and smiling faces!

Attendee

Barnstable Land Trust

Public speaking is definitely outside my comfort zone, but the energy in the room — along with the kindness and support from my fellow presenters — made it a truly special experience. It means a lot to be given a platform that can help others feel less alone in their journey.

Speaker

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