​AMA with Nicola Gunby: Building Communities That Matter

​In a world where we're more "connected" than ever, why do so many people feel lonelier than before?

​Join us for an exclusive, intimate Ask Me Anything session where we'll break down the barriers, decode the strategies, and reveal the insider secrets that successful community builders use to create connections that actually matter in today's digital landscape.

​Meet Our Guest: Nicola Gunby

​Serial entrepreneur and community-building pioneer, Nicola is the Co-founder and CMO of CLIQ, the social networking app that's revolutionising how we form real connections. Born from her own experience of feeling isolated after moving to London, CLIQ has already connected over 100,000 users worldwide and raised $646,000 in funding.

​A second-time founder, Nicola previously built AMB Beauty (later MY REV) from concept to acquisition by Revolution Beauty in 2022, creating one of the fastest-growing beauty marketplaces in the UK. Featured on major podcasts and recognised as a leading voice in solving the loneliness crisis through technology, she understands what it takes to build communities that truly stick.

​What You'll Discover

​In this session, you'll get insider insights on:

• ​The science of connection (why traditional social media actually makes us feel more isolated and what works instead)

• ​Building from zero to thriving (how to go from concept to 100,000+ engaged users)

• ​Practical community strategies (creating safe spaces people want to be part of)

• ​Scaling without losing soul (maintaining intimacy and trust as your community grows)

• ​Your Burning Questions Answered

​Perfect For

​✨ Startup founders looking to build engaged user communities
✨ Brand builders wanting to move beyond followers to true fans
✨ Team leaders creating a stronger workplace culture and connection
✨ Content creators seeking to build meaningful, lasting relationships with their audience
✨ Anyone curious about the future of human connection in a digital world

​Whether you're just starting out or scaling an existing community, you'll leave with actionable strategies and renewed inspiration.

​Your Host: Jade Buffong-Phillips

​Jade is a serial entrepreneur and marketing strategist on a mission to digitise the $275bn Black hair industry. As Founder and CMO of Mane Hook-Up, she's built a beauty tech platform that connects women with textured hair to trusted stylists in London and New York - earning features in British Vogue, PopSugar, and TechCrunch.

​With 12 years of marketing expertise gained at companies like Nike and four businesses under her belt, Jade is a TED Ideas speaker on creating generational wealth in the Black hair industry. Through her newsletter "Inside Small Giants," she shares insights with founders building impactful businesses while championing diversity in tech and female entrepreneurship.

​The Experience

​Intimate & Interactive: Limited to just 30 attendees for meaningful conversation and personalised insights

​Prime Location: The Hearth in London - an inspiring space designed for connection and collaboration

​The agenda

• ​Arrival & drinks: 6.30pm-7pm

• ​AMA session with Nicola & Jade: 7pm-8pm

• ​Networking & wrap up: 8pm-8.30pm

​The AMA format: 60 minutes of pure value

• ​30 minutes: Nicola's key insights with curated questions

• ​20 minutes: Open Q&A - bring your toughest questions

• ​10 minutes: Wrapping up

​Secure Your Seat

​This is your chance to learn from someone who's cracked the code on building communities that people actually care about.

​Early Bird tickets are available now - because the best community builders don't wait.

​Spaces are limited to ensure an intimate, high-value experience where every question gets the attention it deserves.