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Every day, creators face the challenge of evolving from content producers into CEOs. While there’s endless advice on growing audiences, thumbnails, and brand deals, there’s a major gap in practical frameworks for turning influence into lasting ownership. This fireside chat will tackle that gap head-on, blending Codie Sanchez’s journey from Wall Street dealmaker to business owner and content powerhouse with real-world lessons for creators. Whether you have a massive following but no clear path to scale, you’re an early-stage creator aspiring to become a business builder, or you’re already running multi-million-dollar ventures, this session delivers frameworks you can act on.
9:00 AM
Exhibition Hall