You’re Invited!
Build Ecosystems,
Not Empires™
A free 3-day virtual summit for purpose-driven BIPOC founders.
Learn the values-aligned strategies & powerful shifts you need to leap to 6-figures and generate wealth for your community as you grow.
September 22nd-24th, 2026 | Online
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Watch the video to learn how this free event will help you scale to 6-figures with more ease, wealth, and joy.
You don’t have to burn yourself out, ditch your values, or use sleazy sales tactics to grow your business to 6-figures.
You’re getting a lot of things right:
You’re pouring your heart into your mission, creating incredible products & offers, and showing up authentically for your people.
But... you’re likely feeling drained by the pressure to be everywhere & do everything at once. You might feel stuck on the content hamster wheel, wondering if you’re charging too much (or too little), and feel like traditional business advice doesn’t align with your values.
Maybe right now you....
Feel exhausted by capacity leaks and the endless grind of being the sole content creator, strategist, and operator.
Hesitate to market boldly because standard high-pressure sales tactics feel deeply misaligned with your values.
Want to grow your revenue, but fear that scaling means choosing extraction over community care.
There's a better way to grow.
How would it feel to…
Show up boldly and unapologetically on social media, using authentic storytelling that naturally converts followers into loyal advocates.
Build sustainable, quiet backend systems and logistics that support your growth with total ease.
Step into your role as a grounded, conscious leader ready to transition from solo founder to CEO.
We promise you there’s a better way.
And that’s exactly what you’ll learn at the Build Ecosystems, Not Empires Virtual Summit!
You dream of finding a way to grow your revenue that honors your well-being, flows naturally into your hectic schedule, and feels deeply rooted in your purpose. You shouldn't have to choose between financial sustainability and your cultural values, nor should you have to sacrifice your peace of mind to be a successful CEO.
Meet The Speakers
Check out the incredible lineup of speakers you’ll learn from at the Build Ecosystems, Not Empires™ Summit!
Each speaker is a founder with lived experience growing their own purpose-driven brands while re-imagining what business can be.
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Gelaine Santiago (she/her)
CO-FOUNDER & CEO
With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience.
They set the tone for everything we do. -
Nadia De Ala (she/her)
Leadership & Negotiation Coach, Creative Entrepreneur & Founder
Reimagining Success - Stop Negotiating Against Yourself: How to Raise Your Prices, Reclaim Your Time, and Build a Business That Loves You Back -
Dani (aka. Stella Gold) (they/them)
Wealth Coach & Death Doula
Build Your Business Wealth Roadmap: A Regenerative Approach To Pricing, Profit, and Claiming Your Financial Power -
Miriam Buttu (she/her)
Business Coach & Speaker
It's Not You, It's The System: Reclaiming Your Power To Scale Your Business On Your Own Terms -
Karolyn Wong (she/they)
Holistic Life Coach, Speaker, & Breathwork Facilitator
Tap into Your Ancestral Wisdom and Divine Intuition to Reimagine & Grow Your Business Ecosystem
Meet Your Host
Grab your ticket and join me and 15+ purpose-driven BIPOC founders for a one-of-a-kind event that will help you scale your business to new heights while generating more wealth, justice, and joy for our communities.
I can’t wait to see you there!
What To Expect At The Summit:
Build Ecosystems, Not Empires
Build Ecosystems, Not Empires is running for 3 days from September 22nd-24th 2026.
The event is entirely virtual so you can attend anywhere in the world with internet access.
Expert Sessions
Attend presentations from our lineup of 15+ speakers (majority of whom are racialized) with trainings on topics like growing your profit without burnout, relational marketing & sales strategies, abundant money mindsets, and more.
Your free ticket includes 48-hour access to each presentation during the week of the summit.
Private Community
Join our private community and gather with other BIPOC founders like you who care deeply about social justice and are already growing their values-aligned businesses!
The private community is where you’ll be able to connect with the speakers and other attendees before and during the summit.
Chances To Win
Attend live events and participate in the Summit Community for chances to win thoughtful prizes throughout the summit!
Get your own BINGO card and play for the chance to win prizes like 1:1 strategy sessions, operational templates, or yearly memberships to help you keep growing your business while staying true to your values.
Upgrade For A VIP Experience!
After registering, you’ll have the chance to upgrade to the 6-Figure Ecosystem Pass which includes ongoing access to the presentations after the summit wraps up, premium bonuses from our speakers, and more!
You’ll get all the details (and a special offer) after you grab your free ticket!
Most entrepreneur summits teach you how to scale using extractive, empire-building tactics.
Meanwhile, spaces for purpose-driven founders often focus on impact, without giving you the money-generating tools & strategies you need to actually grow your impact in the first place.
Build Ecosystems, Not Empires™ was specifically created for purpose-driven BIPOC founders and racialized business owners who are ready to scale to 6-figures while centering community, justice, and joy.
This summit is designed for you if:
You’re driven by collective wealth
You’re deeply committed to using your business as a platform to lift up, reclaim, and reinvest in our communities—while building wealth for yourself, too.
You’re exhausted by "business as usual"
You’re tired of the content hamster wheel, capacity leaks, and the pressure to sacrifice your well-being for growth. You’re ready to throw out the traditional business playbooks and do things your way instead.
You refuse to shrink or play small
You want your marketing, offers, and messaging to reflect your true voice and full identity—without relying on high-pressure sales tactics or under-pricing yourself.
How Our Event Is Built Differently
Build Ecosystems, Not Empires™ isn’t your typical business summit. You won’t find sleazy girl boss or bro tactics, and we’ll never tell you to ignore your own wealth and health to serve your community.
Every presentation and resource at the summit falls within one of three pillars:
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Uncover your highest vision, learn how to bake your mission directly into your business model, serve your community unapologetically, and unlearn the systemic mindsets that keep purpose-driven founders under-earning or burnt out.
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Master organic, empathy-driven marketing and profitable offers that attract loyal customers, elevate your visibility, and build consistent revenue without burning you out.
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Explore how to build a business that keeps you well-resourced so you can sustainably redistribute wealth, amplify important causes, and build generative systems that serve our collective futures.
Because business doesn't have to be extractive. When we scale our businesses generously and sustainably as BIPOC founders, your success becomes your activism.
Together, we can revolutionize our industries and create more wealth, health, and joy for our communities.
Have Questions? We’ve Gotchu!
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and apply.
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We offer a range of solutions designed to meet your needs—whether you're just getting started or scaling something bigger. Everything is tailored to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
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Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.
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We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.
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You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.
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We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.
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