Turning Online Groups into Real-World Friendships With Julie Marvel

Feeling surrounded yet still alone? Julie Marvel, founder of Fabulous Ladies, shares how a weekday lunch evolved into a thriving, vetted Facebook group that fuels real-life friendships. We explore the smart systems behind her community: from when to go private and how to screen members, to the tools that keep engagement high and spam low. Julie also reveals her high-converting event strategy—hosting on her website, not Facebook—and how authenticity builds trust faster than polish. Whether you’re building locally or globally, you’ll leave with a clear roadmap for creating real connections online and off. Thank you to our generous sponsors!True Fashionistas – SWFL’s largest designer resale store, where fashion meets sustainability.Golden Acorn Publishing (formerly O’Leary Publishing) – Empowering authors to tell their stories and publish with purpose.Reinvention Studio Lab – A creative hub for transformation, innovation, and bold new beginnings.Wizard of Ads - Online marketing that will have you at the top of the search. Visit us at jenniferannjohnson.com and learn how Jennifer can help you build the life you dream of with her online academy, blog, one-on-one coaching, and a variety of other resources!