RWR Live 365 Creative Agency Presents
Brand Builders Connect Summit 2026
Your Business Is the Mission.
A full-day business-building experience for entrepreneurs, creators and leaders ready to strengthen their businesses, explore practical tools—including AI—and build meaningful connections for sustainable growth.
BUILD. CONNECT. GROW.
2026 Theme: AI Exploration — Mission Possible
ABOUT THE SUMMIT
Your Business Is the Mission
Six Pillars. One Mission. A Stronger Business.
The Brand Builders Connect Summit is a full-day business-growth experience created for entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders who are ready to take an honest look at what their businesses need next.
Through practical conversations, meaningful connections and hands-on experiences, you will explore six critical areas of business growth, discover useful strategies and tools—including AI—and begin turning what you learn into a focused 90-Day Action Plan.
Assess
Identify what is working and which areas of your business need attention.
explore
Discover practical strategies, connections, technology and AI-powered tools that can help you move forward.
act
Turn what you learn into clear priorities and a focused 90-Day Action Plan.
AI Exploration: Mission Possible
What does this year’s theme mean?
Your business is the mission. Throughout the Summit, you will examine the six critical areas that influence how your business is built, positioned, discovered, operated and prepared for growth.
You will also explore how practical technology—including AI—can support your strategy, marketing, customer experience, systems and decision-making.
This is not about chasing every new tool. It is about identifying what your business needs, choosing the right resources and turning what you learn into a focused 90-Day Action Plan.
The Mission
Build a stronger, more sustainable business.
The Framework
Examine your business through the Six Business Pillars.
The Outcome
Leave with clearer priorities and a 90-Day Action Plan.
The Foundation of the Summit
Six Pillars. One Mission. A Stronger Business.
Every strong business is supported by connected areas that work together. The Six Business Pillars form the foundation of the Summit and help attendees identify what is working, what needs attention and what should happen next.
Clarity & Strategy
Get clear about where your business is going, who you serve, what makes your business valuable and what deserves your attention next.
- Business direction
- Goals and priorities
- Target audience
- Value proposition
- Strategic decision-making
Brand & Positioning
Build a brand people understand, remember and trust while positioning your business clearly in the marketplace.
- Brand identity
- Brand message
- Market positioning
- Customer perception
- Competitive distinction
Marketing & Visibility
Learn how to communicate your value, reach the right audience and remain visible in a consistent and intentional way.
- Marketing strategy
- Content
- Social media
- Community visibility
- Digital presence
Sales & Customer Experience
Turn attention into customers and create experiences that encourage trust, loyalty, referrals and repeat business.
- Sales process
- Customer journey
- Follow-up
- Customer service
- Retention and referrals
Systems, Automation & AI
Explore practical tools, systems, automation and AI that can help your business operate more efficiently.
- Business systems
- Customer relationship management
- Automation
- Artificial intelligence
- Productivity and organization
Leadership, Legacy & Growth
Strengthen the leadership, decision-making and financial foundation required to grow a sustainable business.
- Leadership
- Financial awareness
- Team development
- Capacity
- Sustainable growth
AI Is a Tool.
Your Business Strategy Leads the Mission.
AI is changing how entrepreneurs research, create content, communicate with customers, organize information and operate their businesses. But tools only create value when they support a clear business need.
The Summit will help attendees explore practical uses of AI while keeping strategy, relationships, customer experience and sustainable growth at the center.
Highlight examples
- Research and strategic planning
- Brand messaging and content development
- Marketing and visibility
- Customer follow-up
- Systems and automation
- Business documentation and decision support
The Six Pillars Aren’t Just Topics. They Shape the Entire Summit.
Every panel conversation, business tool, connection opportunity and planning activity will connect to one or more of the Six Business Pillars.
Practical Panel Conversations
Hear speakers, panelists and business leaders discuss practical challenges, lessons and strategies connected to the Six Business Pillars.
Strategic Connections
Meet entrepreneurs, professionals, experts and potential collaborators who can become part of your business ecosystem.
Business Tools & Technology
Explore practical resources that can help you build, market, sell, serve customers and operate your business.
90-Day Planning
Use what you learn throughout the summit to identify priorities and begin creating a practical plan for the next 90 days.
THE SUMMIT PROMISE
BUILD. CONNECT. GROW.
BUILD
Build a stronger business by exploring the strategies, tools and systems connected to the Six Business Pillars.
CONNECT
Connect with entrepreneurs, experts, collaborators and potential partners who understand the journey of building a business.
GROW
Grow with clearer priorities, better information and a practical plan for what comes next.
Build what matters. Connect with the right people. Grow with intention.
This Is a Working Summit.
You are not coming just to sit, listen and collect notes. You are coming to examine your business, explore practical tools, make meaningful connections and take action.
Speaker and Panel Conversations
Strategic Networking
Business Tools and Technology
Brand Builders Exploration Lab
90-Day Mission Plan
The Day's Agenda
Meet the Mission Specialists
Mission Specialists are the speakers, panelists and business leaders sharing practical insights across the Six Business Pillars at the 2026 Summit.
Each Mission Specialist brings real-world knowledge, professional experience and practical insight to focused conversations designed to help attendees better understand and strengthen their businesses.
KeyNote Speaker
K.Nicole The Tech Queen
CEO RWR Live 365 Creaitve Agency
SPEAKER AND PANELIST ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING SOON
SPEAKER AND PANELIST ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING SOON
Built for People Building Something That Matters.
The Brand Builders Connect Summit is designed for entrepreneurs and leaders who are ready to take an honest look at their businesses, strengthen what they are building and move forward with greater intention.
Entrepreneurs and small-business owners
Emerging founders
Nonprofit and community leaders
Consultants, creatives and service providers
Professionals building personal brands
Business leaders preparing for growth
Whether you are building your foundation, improving your visibility, strengthening your systems or preparing for growth, the Six Business Pillars will help you identify what deserves your attention next.
Inspiration Isn’t the Finish Line.
You Should Leave Knowing What to Do Next.
Throughout the summit, you will use the Six Business Pillars to examine your business, identify your most important priorities and begin developing a focused 90-Day Mission Plan.
- A clearer understanding of your business
- Practical ideas you can implement
- New professional relationships
- Greater awareness of available tools
- Identified business priorities
- A focused 90-day path forward
PRICING
Choose How You’ll Attend
Free Virtual Access
Watch. Learn. Discover. Experience select moments from the Summit.
FREE
Livestream access to select key main-stage sessions
Opening session
Select featured speaker/panel programming
Digital Six-Pillar Summit Workbook
Brand Builders Spark account
Select digital Summit resources
In-Person Summit Experience
Connect. Build. Grow. Experience the entire Summit.
$99
Full access to the entire Summit program
All main-stage sessions and speaker panels
In-room speaker Q&A and audience interaction
Six-Pillar Business Experience (all six pillars)
Printed Six-Pillar Summit Workbook
Intentional networking opportunities
Vendor & Business Resource Area
Brand Builders Spark Account
Full digital Summit Resource Hub
AI & Business Resource Guide
Summit welcome materials
Join Us at the J. Earle Bowden Building
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Check-in Time: 10:30 AM
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Event Start & End Time: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM
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Parking Instructions: Downtown Pensacola
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Accessibility Information: In Front of the Building
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Venue-Entry Instructions: Front of the Building
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Answers to Common Questions
What is the Brand Builders Connect Summit?
The Brand Builders Connect Summit brings six critical areas of business growth into one practical experience.
Who should attend?
Building a successful business requires more than marketing, motivation or a great idea. Every part of the business must work together.
What are the Six Business Pillars?
The Six Pillars are Clarity & Strategy, Brand & Positioning, Marketing & Visibility, Sales & Customer Experience, Systems, Automation & AI, and Leadership, Financial Health & Growth.
Is this summit only about AI?
No, AI is just one of the Six Business Pillars we cover.
What is included with the In-Person Summit Pass?
Full access to the entire Summit program, all main-stage sessions, in-person Q&A, and networking opportunities.
What is included with the Free Virtual Pass?
Livestream access to select key main-stage sessions and a digital workbook.
What is the Exploration Lab?
A hands-on environment where you can work directly with Mission Specialists.
What is the 90-Day Mission Plan?
A practical plan you'll begin creating during the summit to guide your next 90 days.
What is a Mission Specialist?
Speakers, panelists and business leaders sharing practical insights across the Six Business Pillars.
Where is the Summit located?
The Summit is located at the J. Earle Bowden Building in Downtown Pensacola.
Is lunch included?
No, We encourage you to patronize the restaurants in Downtown Pensacola
What should in-person attendees bring?
Bring something to take notes with and an eagerness to learn and connect.
Will the entire Summit be available virtually?
Only select key main-stage sessions will be available via the Free Virtual Pass.
Can registrations be transferred or refunded?
Please contact our support team for details on transfers and refunds.