Tales from the Pantheon: Community at Scale
How do you build and sustain thriving communities at the local, national, and global levels?
Join us for the next installment of Tales from the Pantheon: An intimate fireside-style interview series hosted by Founding Titans CEO, Gabriel Rucker, as we dive deep into the art and science of building community at scale.
This session features Joey Womack, Founder & CEO of Goodie Nation, and Kurt Walker, Founder of Fusion 42; two visionary leaders who have successfully built ecosystems that foster meaningful connections, drive impact, and scale across different geographies and audiences.
Whether you're working on a city-level initiative, a global movement, or a digital-first network, you’ll hear proven strategies, behind-the-scenes stories, and lessons learned in creating spaces where people truly belong.
Panelists:
🎙️ Joey Womack, Founder & CEO of Goodie Nation
🎙️ Kurt Walker, Founder of Fusion 42
What to Expect
Discussion Topics
Building the Foundation: Core principles for starting communities that last
Scaling Strategies: Growth from local networks to national and global impact
Keeping the Spark Alive: Maintaining authenticity and deep connections as you grow
Engagement Across Borders: Balancing online and in-person interactions for a larger reach
Partnership Power: Leveraging collaborations with organizations, corporations, and influencers
Tools & Technology: Platforms, systems, and data to manage large-scale communities
Sustainable Growth: Monetization and long-term financial strategies without losing mission
The Future of Community: How AI and emerging tech will shape community building
Audience Q&A
Engage directly with our guests during a live Q&A segment. Submit your burning questions in advance or ask on the spot.
Behind-the-Scenes Anecdotes
From bootstrap beginnings to pivots, get the unvarnished lessons they wish they’d known at the start.
Agenda
Welcome, Introduction, & Opening Thoughts (5 min)
Panel Discussion: Community at Scale (40 min)
Live Audience Q&A (10 min)
Final Takeaways, Closing Reflections & Next Episode Preview (5 min)
Who Should Attend
City Leaders & Ecosystem Builders looking to expand local impact
Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs building customer or user communities
Community Managers & Program Directors from accelerators, coworking spaces, and nonprofits
Event Organizers & Conference Producers seeking to create more engaged audiences
Marketing & Growth Professionals focused on building loyal, long-term customer bases
Investors & Advisors interested in the role of community in scaling
Social Impact Leaders driving civic engagement or grassroots movements
Anyone Curious About Community and how to build meaningful connections at scale
Why You Can’t Miss It
Real Stories, Real Struggle, not just glossy highlights
Actionable Takeaways you can apply to your own journey
Networking Opportunities with like-minded peers and thought leaders
Exclusive Access to candid conversations you won’t find anywhere else
Reserve Your Seat now and join us as we celebrate the triumphs, tribulations, and timeless wisdom of today’s greatest entrepreneurial minds.