Creating Connection Mary K. Brucker on Community, Creativity, and the Vision Behind Imagine901
- Taylor Cares
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Great communities are built through experiences that bring people together, and few people understand that better than Mary K. Brucker, CEO of Imagine901. In this episode of Taylor Community Connection, Terry Crosby sits down with Mary to talk about entrepreneurship, creativity, and the power of creating meaningful experiences that leave a lasting impact.
Mary shares how growing up on Toledo’s East Side shaped her strong sense of community and connection. Those roots continue to influence the way she approaches both business and life today. She also explains the deeply personal meaning behind the name Imagine901, which honors her late father’s police badge number and serves as a lasting tribute woven into the company’s identity.
Over the years, Imagine901 has grown into a dynamic experience production company that blends marketing, event production, storytelling, and community engagement. Mary explains how the goal is always bigger than simply hosting an event. It is about creating memorable experiences that bring people together and strengthen relationships throughout the community.
The conversation also highlights one of Mary’s most personal passion projects, a children’s theatre company she created after arts programs were removed from schools. Wanting children to still have access to creativity, expression, and performance, she built opportunities for young people to stay connected to the arts and discover confidence through theatre.
Mary also gives viewers a preview of Metroparks Toledo’s Watershed Weekend, taking place June 11 through June 14, along the Glass City Riverwalk. The multi day celebration will feature dozens of activities, entertainment, and opportunities for the community to gather and enjoy Toledo’s waterfront together.
This episode is a reminder that creativity can be a powerful tool for connection and that meaningful experiences often become the moments communities remember most.
👉 Watch now to hear how Mary K. Brucker is creating unforgettable community experiences through Imagine901 and helping bring people together across Northwest Ohio.
