Building connection one event at a time | Lucy Nelles - Community Building Expert

Elevator No. 196: Lucy Nelles is a community-building expert, co-founder of Coffee & Chill Miami and the Community Building Collective. She’s hosted over 15,000 guests, generated over $500K in revenue, and built spaces where real connections thrive. In this episode, Lucy shares her journey from a 9-to-5 to entrepreneurship, the mindset shifts needed to take the leap, the power of intentional networking, and how to create great events, navigate community dynamics, and embrace discomfort for growth.03:08Creating Unique Experiences in Miami06:10The Importance of Connection and Networking09:12The Leap of Faith: Quitting the 9 to 515:14Designing Memorable Events18:09Handling Community Dynamics20:47Mindset and Overcoming Challenges23:58The Role of Co-Founders in Entrepreneurship27:01Rapid Fire30:00Lucy's Mental Motto