Episode Description
What does it take to build a women’s community of 50,000 in just three years and why does Bitcoin belong in that story? Emily Dempsey, founder of The Brickell Babes, joins Emily Jean to share her journey from New York fashion buyer to Miami community builder to tech founder weaving Bitcoin into the future of female entrepreneurship. From her first happy hour meetup to launching a curated membership platform, Emily has redefined what it means to connect women in business and life.
The origin story of The Brickell Babes and how it grew to 50,000 members in under three years
Why community-building is harder, and more strategic, than most people think
The misconceptions about women’s networks (and why it’s not just “happy hours and matching sets”)
How Emily is building a new platform blending Facebook groups, ClassPass, and Soho House
Why brand partnerships only work when values align and why she rejects 95% of offers
How Bitcoin fits into the future of female entrepreneurship
The resources every woman should start with if they’re curious about Bitcoin
Why sales skills are non-negotiable for founders (even if you’re not selling a product)
Emily’s non-negotiables in business: ethics, reputation, and integrity
Building The Brickell Babes wasn’t about creating another social club — it was about curating authentic, elevated connections for women looking to grow in every area of life. Emily’s story is proof that community is strategy, integrity is non-negotiable, and the future of money belongs to women who are ready to learn.
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