How Kuna Kulture Sparked the Rise of The Creative Industry Collective
“Culture isn’t created in boardrooms. It starts in the streets, the studios, and the spaces we share.
— JLG
Introduction:
If you’ve been watching from a distance, you might think The Creative Industry Collective is just another event series. But in reality, it’s something deeper — a movement, a mindset, and a response to a creative industry that’s long needed a refresh.
It all began on a Thursday night in Fort Myers — the night Kuna Kulture was born.
1. The Idea Behind CIC
The Creative Industry Collective (CIC) was launched by JLG Media with a simple but powerful mission:
To create intentional spaces where creators, entrepreneurs, and artists could collaborate, connect, and express — without clout, gatekeeping, or fluff.
From branding to nightlife, strategy to storytelling — CIC is where those worlds collide. We wanted to create something that didn’t just look good, but felt real.
2. Enter Kuna Kulture — A First of Its Kind
Kuna Kulture marked the first official CIC-curated event — hosted at Bay Street Yard in Downtown Fort Myers.
There were no velvet ropes.
No fake hype.
Just curated sound, crafted cocktails, and good energy.
The lineup included:
🎧 DJ Vani, DJ E3, DJ Tanke and DJ Greg Gibbs on the decks
🍸 Custom espresso martini sampling by Xtini
📸 Candid captures, intimate energy, and a vibe that doubled venue sales
📊 Venue sales doubled compared to previous Thursdays. Xtini gained exposure and lead capture. JLG Media captured content ROI.
Even with a few bumps — a laptop crash mid-set and some energy shifts — the night held strong. We built a room that felt like it belonged to everyone in it.
3. Why It Mattered (And Still Does)
This wasn’t just another night out. It was the start of a deeper play:
A space for creatives to be seen and celebrated.
A test for what curated nightlife could look like when it had soul.
Proof that real moments still matter.
Kuna Kulture laid the foundation for what CIC will continue to build:
Poetry nights, collaborative pop-ups, branded culture drops, and deeper connection across Southwest Florida’s creative scene.
4. Lessons from the Night
Like any pilot event, Kuna Kulture came with its lessons:
✅Curate your energy.
A great DJ doesn’t just play music — they control momentum.
✅Align your partners.
Xtini’s on-site presence didn’t just add value — it fit the vibe.
✅Don’t chase scale — chase resonance.
It’s not about 500 people. It’s about the right 50.
✅Always have tech backups.
Lesson learned. We’ll never run a set without a contingency plan again.
5. Where We Go From Here
The Collective moves forward with Written in Heat— a seductive poetry experience designed to bring lovers, artists, and emotionally intelligent souls under one roof.
We’re also exploring a Gentlemen's Brunch, creative networking dinners, brand workshops, and curated community events that blend culture, conversation, and collaboration.
And this is just the beginning.
Want to get involved with The Collective?
Sign up for future invites and event drops
Apply to perform or sponsor at an upcoming event
Submit your brand for a potential CIC collaboration
💬 Want to collaborate or be featured?
Because we’re not building events.
We’re building a culture.
