Moderator: Zontee Hou

Panelists:

• Britt Garber, Knott Bad Britt
• Tamara Kelly, Moogly Blog Facebook group over 300k, Email list near 100k
• Natalie Thomas, Detroit Knots 
• Becky Jorgensen, Patchwork Posse
• Caroline, SewCanShe

Likes are fleeting—but community is forever. In this forward-thinking panel, creators share how they're shifting from chasing algorithms to building spaces where their audiences actually connect—through email lists, Discord servers, and other private platforms.

Learn how to create a direct line to your audience, foster meaningful engagement, and drive long-term loyalty without relying on third-party platforms. From welcome sequences to active server channels, we’ll explore how to turn casual followers into true fans—and why owning your audience is the ultimate creator power move.