Join us for a thoughtful conversation with Katie Fawkes, Director of Marketing at Ecamm, as we explore how creators can make the most of networking opportunities, whether at large industry conferences or intimate local meetups.

Katie shares how being intentional with your time, energy, and goals can transform any event into a meaningful connection-building experience. From navigating the overwhelming pace of mega conferences to embracing the relationship-focused nature of smaller gatherings, she offers practical advice for choosing the right events and showing up prepared.

We also unpack the importance of following up after meeting someone new, creating systems to stay connected, and finding ways to contribute value to your network year-round. Katie’s insights will help you turn conference handshakes into genuine, lasting relationships that can support your creative and business growth.

Key Points:

Deciding between large conferences and small gatherings based on your goals
Preparing intentionally before attending events to maximize your experience
Strategies for building and maintaining genuine connections
The role of follow-up in nurturing new relationships
Finding ways to contribute value to your network consistently

Resources:

Creator Camp 2025
Connect with Katie on LinkedIn!
Join Katie and Nat at The VHS Club! (they rate movies with potatoes btw)
Check out what Paul has going on at paulgowder.com and onthewaycommunity.com

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