Hello Local Guides!
I’m excited to introduce a brand-new virtual meetup series called “Know Your Connect Moderator” – a monthly session where we feature one Connect Moderator and highlight their amazing contributions—not just on Connect, but across Google Maps, social media, and the wider community.
But that’s not all!
To make these sessions even more exciting, each month we’ll also feature two Local Guides who have stood out with their passion, creativity, or community involvement. It’s all about sharing stories, learning from each other, and building stronger connections across the globe. 
Each month, I’ll sit down with one of the Connect Moderators and these two other local guides to chat about:
Their journey as a Local Guide
Activities on Google Maps and beyond
How they engage on social media
Fun facts you might not know about them!
This series is all about celebrating the human stories behind the profiles and giving our community a chance to connect with the CMs beyond just Connect.
First Guest: Adrian Lunsong!
We’re kicking things off with none other than the ever-inspiring @AdrianLunsong, who has also generously offered to host this session on the Go Loco platform. All the sessions will be recorded and later shared on YouTube so others can enjoy it too!
Date: July 19, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM Central Time (CT) / 2:00 PM GMT
Where: Online – Link will be shared with registered attendees
Recording: Available later via Go Loco on YouTube
RSVP and join the conversation here: [Insert your meetup link]
Let’s get to know the voices behind the moderator badges—starting with Adrian!
This is your chance to hear behind-the-scenes stories, learn new tips, and get inspired by the people who help make the Local Guides community so vibrant.
Save the date, register, and bring your questions!
Let’s celebrate the humans behind the handles. 
