The Carbondale Compass Theory Collective

We’re a Carbondale-based community of curious minds, local businesses, and lifelong learners who want to explore the future together. Our group meets at new spots (and some old favorites) to share ideas about the technologies reshaping our lives—and how to embrace their positive impact without losing the human connections that matter most.

We follow The Compass Theory—our way of making sense of many directions:

•North is our values, the steady guide that keeps us true.
•South is our curiosity and adventure, the courage to explore.
•East is openness, welcoming new horizons and ideas.
•West is reflection, honoring our setting, and where we’ve each come from, carrying the best of the past forward.

We are here to teach, to learn, to speak, and to listen.

This group is also a space for businesses, new and established, to discuss how we can adopt new tools to strengthen our people rather than replace them, and to keep our budgets healthy without losing what matters most: our human creativity and care.

Whether you’re from Carbondale or not or a tech enthusiast, a cautious adopter, or simply looking for meaningful connection, you’ll find a seat at our table.