
Build Ecosystems / Not Empires đ¸ Community Gathering (Virtual)
âAre you a founder or business owner who believes in business as a force for social justice? Come join us!
âEntrepreneurship can be lonely, especially when you're trying to build a business that challenges the status quo. If youâre craving community with business owners who get ALL of itâthe tension of growing a values-driven business while surviving capitalism and staying true to your dreamsâcome join us.
âThis isnât a networking session. Itâs a space to intentionally gather, listen, offer, receive, and cultivate deep connections.
âWho will you meet?
â𪴠Values-aligned founders and business owners at various stagesâfrom early-stage to established, even scaling toward 7-figures and beyond
𪴠Smart, ambitious entrepreneurs with big dreams for themselves, their businesses, and their communities
𪴠Folks with diverse lived experiences, intersecting identities, and cultural backgrounds. Youâll be in good company: loving, thoughtful, creative, queer or queer-affirming, and pro-Palestine peers.
âA few days before the gathering, Iâll send out a short form so you can introduce yourself and share more about what you're building. Please keep an eye out and fill it in.
âThis isn't a typical Zoom call.
âWeâll be meeting on Kumospace, an interactive platform where you can move through virtual rooms and have small group conversationsâjust like IRL!
âTo minimize tech issues and help you get comfy with the space, please check out this guide beforehand.
âIMPORTANT: Please read before signing up đđ˝
âThis space is for founders & entrepreneurs who believe in business as a force for social justice, liberation, and collective care.
âIf you sign up, we trust you share these values:
â⨠Black lives matter
⨠Indigenous communities deserve reparations, land back, and justice.
⨠Trans rights are human rights, and 2SLGBTQ+ rights must be protected.
⨠Genocide is always wrong. Period. đ
âWe believe in community over competition, building inclusive wealth, and creating businesses that uplift rather than extract. Weâre committed to building profitable & impactful businesses, but we donât glamourize or strive to be billionaires đđź
âIf this resonates with you, weâd love to have you join us. If not, this space isnât the right fitâand thatâs okay. Weâre building with those who share our vision đŞ´
âFAQSÂ
âIs this on Zoom or Google Meet?
Weâre hosting the gathering on Kumospace, an interactive platform where you can move around a virtual space and have small-group conversationsâjust like in real life!
đ [Check out this guide to get familiar with the platform.]
âIâm still in the idea/pre-launch stage. Can I still join?
This space is most helpful if youâve already launched your businessâeven if youâre still early in the journey.
âWill we be on camera?
Weâd love for you to have your camera onâit helps us foster community and connection. But we also know energy levels fluctuate đĽ
âIf you need to keep your camera off the whole time, thatâs totally okay. What matters most is that you show up in a way that feels empowered, grounded, curious, and open.
âDo I need to bring anything?
Just your wonderful personality đ Feel free to bring your lunch, snacks, drinksâwhatever helps you feel cozy and present.
âI have an appointment/meeting/other plans at the same time. Can I still pop in?
This space is designed for intentional connection and presence. Out of respect for your fellow attendees, we ask that you join only if you can be fully present for the session.
