Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Aspen Real Life is a travel blog and destination media platform highlighting the characters, stories, and adventures from her travels both in her backyard and abroad. Through engaging content, curated events, strategic brand partnerships, and brand promotion we foster authentic connections and elevate local businesses.

Jillian Livingston is the founder of Aspen Real Life. A travel writer, influencer, blogger and connector. She began her career in publishing with Simon & Schuster in New York City before trading skyscrapers for the Rockies, where she worked as a production manager in film.
In 2009 she launched AspenRealLife.com and in 2018 she started AspenBusinessConnect.com, a curated professional directory and networking community that continues to unite local entrepreneurs, creatives, and leaders: aspenbusinessconnect.com
When she’s not creating content or hosting events, you’ll find her hiking, mountain biking and skiing, often with her three boys and hubbie, or swapping stories with locals over a glass of wine, or a shot of tequila.

You can get involved by attending our events, joining Aspen Business Connect, becoming a media partner, or sponsoring an event. If you’re a local business, we offer marketing and promotional opportunities tailored to your needs.

Aspen Business Connect is a curated professional networking community that connects business leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives through high-impact events and collaborations. Our network helps members gain visibility, build relationships, and grow their businesses.

Membership is by invitation or application. If you are interested, please visit our Aspen Business Connect page and schedule an intake call to learn more about our membership options.

Members gain access to exclusive networking events, business growth opportunities, curated introductions, marketing exposure through Aspen Real Life, and a trusted directory of like-minded professionals.

We host a variety of events, including networking gatherings, panel discussions, curated happy hours, private dining experiences, and immersive brand activations. Our events are designed to connect professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives in meaningful ways.

We partner with select resorts, restaurants, and unique venues to host Aspen Real Life gatherings. If you're interested in becoming a venue partner, reach out to us for more details on our event marketing packages.

Yes! Sponsoring an Aspen Real Life event is a great way to gain visibility and connect with an engaged audience. We offer different sponsorship tiers that include branding, social media promotion, and onsite exposure.

We offer a variety of marketing services, including social media promotion, newsletter features, content creation, and event marketing. Our reach extends to a highly engaged audience both locally and beyond.

We offer a range of marketing packages tailored to your business needs, from à la carte promotions to long-term partnerships. Contact us for customized pricing.

Yes! Businesses that align with our brand and mission can apply to be listed in our trusted directory. Listings provide increased visibility and opportunities for connection.

You can reach us via email at [your contact email], or fill out the contact form on our website. We also encourage you to follow us on social media to stay up-to-date with our latest events and news.

We are active on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Follow us for the latest updates, event announcements, and behind-the-scenes content.If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out—we’d love to hear from you!