Books Behind the Business

Books Behind the Business

Books Behind the Business discussion series will bring local entrepreneurs, business owners, and social enterprise leaders together to share the books that shaped their journeys. Each session will feature a guest speaker discussing a book that influenced their leadership, strategy, or innovation, followed by an engaging conversation with attendees.

Reese Baker discusses Mycelium Running by Paul Stamets

Mayowa Tomori discusses Survivors : Women of the Southwest by Rita Chegin

Presenter Bios

Reese Baker

Reese Baker, owner and founder of The RainCatcher Inc., has been involved with construction, organic farming, and permaculture in Santa Fe for over 15 years. He holds a B.S. in Biology/Botany from The University of New Mexico, is certified in permaculture design and is a state licensed contractor.

Mayowa Tomori

Mayowa Tomori is a Nigerian-American artist and creative producer who designs participatory public art and immersive experiences that spark connection and imagination across communities worldwide.

This initiative is part of a larger effort to make Santa Fe’s libraries key community-driven hubs for professional and economic development.

The Santa Fe Office of Economic Development supports and connects the local business community by providing resources for entrepreneurs and businesses to thrive. Through collaboration and knowledge-sharing, they help drive growth and innovation in Santa Fe’s economy.

Creative Startups, based in Santa Fe, NM, is a global leader in driving the growth of creative economies. Working with cities, states, and regions, they develop comprehensive strategies that address the unique needs of creative entrepreneurs and programs that grow creative companies. Through their Libraries as Launchpads initiative, we activate libraries as accessible small business support hubs and navigators for local business resources, helping entrepreneurs connect to the tools and networks they need to succeed.