Let's talk about what makes communities actually work.

We love sharing what we’ve learned about community building - from flagship industry events like CMX Summit to intimate podcast conversations. The best part? Talking about what actually works (and what definitely doesn't!).

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Here's what we love talking about

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    Building revenue-generating communities

    How community directly impacts business results and drives measurable ROI

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    Creating genuine engagement

    Moving beyond vanity metrics to build communities people actually want to participate in

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    Bridging internal and customer connection

    How principles of community work across both employee and customer contexts

Here's a peek at some of our favorite conversations that shaped how we think about community today.

CMX Summit 2024

Topic: Sustainably Scaling Ambassador and Chapter Programs


This flagship industry event highlighted innovative strategies for sustaining community growth through advocacy, rooted in real-world leadership.

Community Therapy

Topic: Building Lasting Relationships with Members


A thoughtful conversation on how to nurture meaningful connections and foster lasting member relationships within communities.

The Made Leader Podcast

Topic: How Leaders Build Community with their Teams

In this candid conversation we discuss how the term “work family” creates unrealistic expectations and why focusing on authentic connection serves teams better

I Hate It Here Podcast

Topic: How to Shift HR Toward More Connection & Curiosity


Discussed the future of HR and the role of community in fostering meaningful workplace relationships and driving engagement.

Fueling Growth Through Community and Advocacy: Strategies for Top-of-Funnel Success

Topic: Community-Led Growth and Customer Advocacy


Exploring how customer communities can fuel advocacy, retention, and revenue growth through authentic engagement.

New World of Work Podcast - OysterHR

Topic: Mentorship That Matters

From his infectious energy to his deep passion for community building, DeMario shares thoughtful insights into how People leaders can build a rock-solid mentorship program.

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Want to bring these insights to your audience?

We genuinely love talking about community building with people who get it. Whether it's a podcast chat or a keynote, we’re all about giving your audience things they can actually use, not just theory that sounds good on paper.

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