7/7/2025
Ash and Jesse are officially kicking off customer discovery this week. They’ll speak with potential users to help us sharpen our understanding of the modern workplace and what gets in the way of connecting with others at work. We’re thrilled to have their energy focused on this next phase of learning.
We’re also excited to welcome our second vendor partner, CreativiTee, into the Conello ecosystem! Experts in team-building experiences, each of our partners help companies reinvigorate their teams with fun activities, curated events, and programs. These partners help us prove the value of our platform, and we’re excited by the real-world traction we’re starting to see.
Lastly, nominations for the The Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) 2025 Entrepreneurship Awards and close this Friday, July 11th! If you believe in our mission— to transform how teams connect and thrive— we’d love for your help in nominating Conello in the Early Stage category. Nominations Have Closed
We’re proud to share that Conello is now officially incorporated in the state of Oregon! A huge shoutout to Michael Jonas for navigating the process and helping us hit this exciting milestone. Keep an eye out for his upcoming 5 Questions feature in the next newsletter, where he’ll share more about his journey, legal insights, and what excites him about Conello’s future.
And as our team continues to grow, so does the voice behind our brand. You’ve already met our brilliant CSM and engineer—now meet Heather, our new marketing strategist. With a sharp eye for storytelling and a passion for human-centered communication, Heather is helping shape how Conello shows up in the world.
The power of connection starts with communication, whether that’s through a simple gesture (a smile), words or action. Conello offers amazing potential for fostering connection in the workplace, where most people spend the majority of their time.
On the product front, we’ve officially kicked off a UX polish of the Conello platform. This effort will help bring visual consistency and accessibility to the experience, aligned with our evolving brand identity.
We’re just getting started, and can’t wait to share glimpses as it comes to life. If you’re curious about our new brand identity, here’s a hint: we think life is sweeter with friends!
