About the Venue: HMTX - The House Up On The Hill
The House Up On The Hill is the award-winning global headquarters of HMTX Industries, located in the scenic hills of Norwalk, Connecticut. Designed with sustainability and wellness in mind, this state-of-the-art building is one of the greenest in the state, featuring a net-zero energy footprint and an abundance of natural light, open spaces, and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape.
The venue’s striking architecture combines sleek, modern design with warm, organic materials, creating a serene and inspiring environment. In addition to its innovative design, The House Up On The Hill is home to a world-class private art collection, further elevating the space with exceptional works that celebrate creativity and culture.
Live Painter: Octavia Byrd
Octavia Byrd is an artist from Hamden, CT. She graduated from Western Connecticut State University with a BA in studio arts. Her medium of choice are oil and acrylic paint on canvas, masonite & canvas totes. In her personal work she celebrates the natural beauty of women through vibrant color.
IG: cocoa_chynelle
DJ: That Dana Game
DJ of 20 years, and Female DJ
Association member. Known for excellent selections, playing for the room, and is a 'whole vibe'.
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Alisyn Camerota is an award-winning journalist and author. In her three decades in journalism, Camerota has covered stories nationally and internationally, earning two Emmy Awards for her breaking news coverage. Alisyn attended American University on a Presidential scholarship. Her debut novel, "Amanda Wakes Up", was selected by National Public Radio as one of the best books of 2017, and by Oprah Magazine as “a must read.” Her memoir, "Combat Love," was published in March 2024, instantly became an Amazon bestseller, and is being adapted for screen. These days, Alisyn cohosts her own video podcast called “Sanity” that you can find on YouTube and iTunes. She also writes about her new life chapter of Reinvention on Substack, as well as managing the Tim Lewis Foundation to Fight Cancer in honor of her late husband. Alisyn inspires us every day with her art of reinvention and doing the hard work of life.
Fun Fact: Alisyn’s twin daughters, Cessa and Ale, were Co-Presidents of LiveGirl’s Leadership Council in 2023-24.
Learn more: https://www.alisyncamerota.com/about
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