Moderator: Zontee Hou

Panelists: Britt Garber, Knott Bad Britt who has built a hugely successful Discord Community Tamara Kelly, Moogly Blog Facebook group over 300k, Email list near 100k 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.