THE CONNECTION TABLE PUTS RELATIONSHIPS BEFORE TRANSACTIONS
Recurring Indio series explores Relationship Capital and the power of genuine human connection
INDIO, Calif. — September 2, 2026 — What becomes possible when we stop leading with the transaction and start with the relationship?
That question is at the heart of The Connection Table, a twice-monthly luncheon series at The Dune Room in Downtown Indio created by Rebecca Rizzo, co-creator of the RIZZO Strategic Solutions brand.
Built around the philosophy of Relationships Before Transactions, The Connection Table explores Relationship Capital — the value that grows through trust, connection and the relationships already surrounding us.
“We have more ways to reach people than ever before, but access and connection are not the same thing,” Rizzo said. “The Connection Table creates space to become curious about one another first and see what becomes possible from there.”
The concept grew from conversations between Rizzo and The Dune Room owner Ron Mesh about the importance of third spaces — places beyond home and work where people can gather, connect and belong.
Rizzo also brings a decade of Chamber of Commerce experience, including being part of the chamber team during the 2016 formation of the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce, the valley’s first regional chamber.
Since launching in June, The Connection Table has welcomed people from across the community for facilitated conversation, curiosity and connection. Everyone is welcome — whether established in the Coachella Valley, new to the area or simply looking to build more meaningful relationships.
September brings Relationship Capital to the center of the conversation.
Building Relationship Capital will be held Thursday, September 10, followed by Relationship Capital in Action on Thursday, September 24. Both gatherings take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at The Dune Room, 82707 Miles Avenue in Indio.
Tickets are $30 and include lunch, a beverage and the facilitated program.
The Connection Table will continue throughout the year with one simple belief at its center: stronger relationships help build stronger businesses, collaborations and communities.
Media Contact:
Rebecca Rizzo
RIZZO Strategic Solutions
rizzostrategicsolutions@gmail.com
RizzoStrategicSolutions.com
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