338 - Ingrid Zapata Read, Grow With Community: Why Building a Thriving Community is Every Founder's Secret Weapon

This week on the Entreprenista Podcast, Ingrid Zapata Read, community strategist and founder of Working Momkind and Grow With Community, shares how women founders can grow faster and stronger through the power of community. Ingrid shares how one authentic conversation on Instagram sparked a ripple effect that turned into a thriving business supporting women founders. You'll hear the journey of building a purpose-led brand without a traditional blueprint—and how community became her greatest asset. If you're a founder who’s ever felt like you have to do it all alone, Ingrid’s story is proof that you don’t. She shares exactly how she built a business by listening, showing up with value, and turning real relationships into lasting growth. You’ll also hear her advice on how to build a loyal audience, the secret to growing without ads, and why community should be part of your core business strategy—not just a bonus. What We Talked About: How Community Sparked Ingrid’s Business Journey [5:30] Building a Brand Through Connection, Not Strategy [11:10] Why Every Founder Needs a Supportive Network [17:00] Starting Small and Scaling Through Service [22:45] Listening as a Growth Strategy [28:20] How to Build a Loyal Community Around Your Brand [36:40] Turning Relationships into Revenue [41:15] Connect with Ingrid: Join Ingrid's Community Builder Power Group Working Momkind Grow With Community LinkedIn Instagram Join our Entreprenista League community of women founders! You’ll have access to a private community of like-minded Entreprenistas who are making an impact in business every day, special discounts on business products and solutions, exclusive content, private events, the opportunity to have your story featured on our website and social channels, and access to Office Hours with top founders who have been on our show! We can’t wait to welcome you, support you, and be part of your business journey! Curious about joining the Entreprenista League? Sign up here for a free info session. Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of The Entreprenista Podcast - the most fun business meeting for women founders and leaders. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeart Radio | GooglePlay Be sure to share your favorite episodes across social media to help us reach more amazing female founders, like you. Relay is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by Thread Bank member, FDIC