praise + love
praise + a whole lotta of love.
“I love being a part of Create. Connect. Collab. and recommend anyone looking to improve their business or be a part of a diverse group of entrepreneurs to join. I've been a part of CCC for several years and still feel like I learn something new every day! From social media marketing to video production tips. I can go to them with any questions I have and they will answer it or point me in the right direction. These ladies are amazing! One of my favorite parts of CCC are the monthly MasterMinds. This aspect of the group has been great for me as a business owner, creative, and lifestyle blogger. I'm able to share with like-minded people my big picture goals and they assist me with developing a monthly plan to actually achieve those goals. If you are a business owner, creative, blogger, or just looking for a group of amazing goal-oriented people this is the group for you!”
- Krystal Teela Shalise
“Create. Connect. Collab. has been one of the BEST creative communities I have ever been apart of! I have learned so much when it comes to brand awareness and elevating my business. I also love the accountability Create. Connect. Collab. holds for its members. The virtual meetings are by far my favorite! We share what we are working on, areas we need help with, a few laughs, and lots of supportive discussions. I'm so happy to be apart of this group and I'm excited to see where my business and future goes with the help of Create. Connect. Collab.”
— Valerie Foster
“It has been wonderful to connect with other creative-minded women, it can feel lonely out here sometimes if you don't have those connections. I have felt supported and encouraged in many ways. I love all the learning opportunities that this group has offered as well as the constructive feedback given to me during the MasterMinds. Thank you ladies and let's keep CREATING!”
- Shayona J. Funches
“I have been an entrepreneur for 7+ years and over the years I have been a part of other business groups. In the past I have found it hard to find a group with the right balance of business growth and personal growth. I was so excited to find that Create. Connect. Collab. gets it right. My first experience was at the Creative Retreat. The atmosphere was so welcoming and refreshing. As an introvert these situations can cause me to leave exhausted. However, I left this event renewed and empowered. I was excited to try new things and get out of my comfort zone. I was challenged and encouraged at the same time. My favorite part of the retreat were the MasterMind sessions. Being able to talk about your idea, project, or business dilemma among women of all business backgrounds was so beneficial. Everyone gave great advice, shared tips, and offered practical tools freely. We were able to form a bond around the joy of seeing each other win. I have continued to participate in this group because these ladies consistently inspire me to grow. It has definitely been a prayer answered.”
- Andrea Campbell
“I would never be where I am today if it weren't for this MasterMind group. When I started with the group it only had 6 or 7 members. At the time I didn't even have a product to sell, I just wanted to hang out with my friends!. Now I've created 3 coloring books and illustrated 3 children's books by using the lessons that I learned from the MasterMind sessions and retreats. Whether it's goal setting, content creation, or just how to use social media effectively, the knowledge base that you are able to pull from this group is invaluable! I'm so happy to be a part of this group!”
- Tyeesha Bradley
“Create. Connect. Collab. is a group of beautiful women who support each other’s creativity and growth. It’s a community to feel lifted, safe and understood along with learning so much while elevating yourself. I joined about 4 months ago and I was so shy which is crazy because I’m outspoken and a people person. However my self doubt and fear kicked in and I would question myself. I would see these women post their work and achievements and thoughts would cross my mind of how advance they were and I felt as though I didn’t belong, but once I finally took that leap and introduced myself, they welcomed me with opened arms and I realized that these women are just like me. Women with goals, talent, passion, some married and some with kids who have a vision not just for themselves but for their families and that’s when I knew I belonged.”
— Brittany Thomas-Ferguson
“I am so grateful for Create. Connect. Collab. Since joining the group, my brand presence has elevated . The MasterMind has allowed me to really grow as creative. One reason I released my second eBook, is from one of the MasterMinds. Create. Connect. Collab. is my tribe , and one of the best decision I’ve made for my business.”
— Kristen Lampkin
“I have only been able to attend 1 Create. Connect. Collab. MasterMind BUT that was all it took for me to realize I had found something great! Everyone provided such helpful knowledge and insight during the MasterMind. I was so inspired afterwards and immediately got to work. In just a couple of weeks I have converted my personal IG to a business IG, started posting 2-4 times a week, and have had my most interaction on a post to date. Without Create. Connect. Collab., I don't think I would have made the tweaks I have made to my social media pages so quickly. I cannot wait to continue to collaborate with this amazing group!”
- Jasmyn Squires
“I’ve been a member of Create. Connect. Collab. (CCC) since the beginning when Starla hosted monthly MasterMind meetings at her home! We started as a small group of creatives looking to build our community and help each other grow, both creatively and as entrepreneurs. Having the support and accountability of the group has been invaluable to me. From challenges to collective goal setting and reviews, CCC pushes me to accomplish all I set forth to do. Especially being someone with no formal education in web building, marketing or photo/video production, having this group to bounce ideas off of and help build my skill set has been a game changer! As the group grows, so does the variety of specialties and perspectives. As a solo-preneur, having outside opinions on my content has been extremely valuable! Anyone looking to improve their creative skill sets and to have that collaborative sense of community would definitely benefit from this group!”
— Kristin Shelby
I needed to find a community where I felt seen and heard and the ladies of Create. Connect. Collab. has come through! The insights and connections I've gained have helped me elevate in so many ways.
— D Muffy Alan
Create. Connect. Collab. has meaningful meetings that offer information and insight on our business, success, and self-care journeys. I enjoy being a member for the opportunity to learn, collaborate, and network with others who have similar goals; and those who can help you think outside your box a bit.
- Joí McCrary
Create. Connect. Collab. has been such a big help in my journey as an entrepreneur and content creator. The genuine connections made and the accountability from member to member is top-notch! It’s not just about our brands and businesses, we get to know each other outside of work too!
- Jessica Bellamy