Squarespace Circle Day 2024: The Power of Community
Reflecting on My First Squarespace Circle Day
On September 18th, 2024, I had the incredible opportunity to attend my first-ever Squarespace Circle Day at their headquarters in New York. It was a day filled with creativity, innovation, and the spirit of collaboration. Here’s my reflection on this unforgettable experience.
What is Squarespace Circle Day?
Squarespace Circle Day is an annual event that brings together the Squarespace community—creators, entrepreneurs, and designers. Squarespace leaders, Circle members, and product experts share valuable insights and strategies for building successful businesses using the Squarespace platform.
— a vibrant celebration of innovation, creativity, and community
An Inspiring Introduction
Walking into the Squarespace office felt like stepping into a space where creativity and professionalism coexist seamlessly. The elegant, minimalist, and artistic design of their headquarters set the perfect backdrop for a day dedicated to creative growth. From the moment I arrived, I could feel Squarespace’s genuine care for its community. It’s clear that the company is more than just a platform—it’s a place that empowers people to bring their visions to life.
Squarespace Circle Day 2024
A Day of Learning and Insight
The day began with an insightful presentation from Paul Gubbay, Squarespace’s Chief Product Officer, who gave an early preview of Squarespace Refresh, featuring new tools and strategies to streamline our businesses. This was followed by a keynote from Anthony Casalena, Squarespace’s CEO. He shared key highlights of the platform’s evolution, providing a glimpse into exciting future developments.
What stood out to me most was hearing firsthand the thoughtfulness and care behind Squarespace’s decisions. It’s not just about adding new features—it’s about creating tools that truly empower us as designers to build impactful websites. Casalena’s words reinforced my connection to the platform and its values.
Expert-Led Sessions
The sessions throughout the day were a treasure of practical advice and fresh insights, delivered by industry leaders. They covered everything from branding strategies and innovative AI-powered web design, to advanced business management tools and the latest trends in digital marketing and e-commerce. Each session left me energized, brimming with new ideas to implement in my own work. As I immersed myself in the sessions, my photographer’s eye couldn’t resist capturing a few moments:
The Squarespace Team
Paul Gubbay | Chief Product Officer
Jeremy Schwartz | Director of Channel Partner Business
Kinjil Mathur | Chief Marketing Officer
Jacqueline Gonzales | Vice President of International and GTM
Sam Zelitch | Senior Community Events Manager
Squarespace Circle Members: Speakers
Seth Hoffman — Known Creative
Omari Harebin — SQSP Themes
Hayley Fedders — Studio Seaside
Teresanne O'Reilly — The Forest, Clarrie Johnson — Tap Tap Digital,
Hayley Fedders — Studio Seaside
Krishna Solanki, Kia Dyson — Golden Launch Creative,
Seth Hoffman — Known Creative, Sam Crawford — By Crawford
Nurturing Creativity
As web designers, creativity is at the core of what we do, but it can be difficult to stay inspired when working alone. That’s why having a day dedicated to nurturing creativity was so valuable. The energy at Circle Day was contagious. Every session and conversation sparked new ideas and possibilities. I left feeling refreshed and ready to take on new challenges in my own work.
If you're interested in watching the full presentations, the replays are available to view.
Building Meaningful Connections
For me, the most rewarding part of the Squarespace Circle Day was connecting with other designers who are just as passionate about what they do. The Circle community is humble, diverse and dynamic, and meeting people from different backgrounds and hearing their stories was incredibly inspiring. It felt like we were all part of a larger creative family, supporting and uplifting one another. During the networking breaks, I had the chance to speak with designers from all over the world and those conversations were a powerful reminder of the global nature of our community and the shared commitment to creating meaningful digital experiences.
Squarespace Circle Day 2024
Celebrating the Spirit of Community
The most memorable part of Circle Day 2024 was realizing that we’re not just creating websites; we’re building digital spaces where stories are told and dreams are realized. The event underscored the values that define the Squarespace community: creativity, inclusivity, and a commitment to mutual support. I left feeling deeply moved by the way Squarespace fosters a thriving environment for all its creators.
Looking forward
Leaving Circle Day, I felt more inspired and motivated than ever. It was more than just a day of learning; it was a celebration of what makes this community so special. Being part of the Squarespace Circle isn’t just about using a platform; it’s about belonging to a community that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth. I’m excited to bring the insights and ideas I gained back to my own work and look forward to the next opportunity to gather with this incredible community next year at Squarespace Circle Day 2025. If you're curious about why I choose Squarespace for my clients, check out this article.
Here’s to another year of innovation and inspiration, and to the power of the Squarespace Circle community!
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