E192: The Power of Community and Connection

In this episode, Abbey Rodriguez, founder and CEO of Tastemaker Conference, and COO Chandice Probst share their insights on creating strong communities that foster trust and loyalty. Discover how to listen to and implement community feedback, the role of inclusion, and the surprising impact of generative AI in building connections. Don’t miss this chance to learn from industry leaders.

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In this episode, you will learn:

The importance of community.
The importance of inclusion in communities and ways to be inclusive.
How to build a strong community.
The role of generative AI in building connections.
How to use AI to your advantage.

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About Abbey Rodriguez & Chandice Probst

Abbey Rodriguez (@thebutterhalf_) is the founder of Tastemaker Conference and has worked with hundreds of brands and organizations, providing recipe development, food photography, and influencer marketing consulting.

Chandice Probst (@chandiceprobst & @holidayfoodandfun) is the bubbly personality behind both This Vivacious Life and Holiday Food and Fun. She is a food and entertainment blogger and the co-author of Gluten-Free on a Budget with her mom. Chandice has been with Abbey since the first Tastemaker Conference in Salt Lake City and has loved getting to know the community at each subsequent event.

Tastemaker Conference has grown to be a notable pillar in the industry, advocating for the legitimacy and expansion of the creator economy, with multiple sold-out events and conferences hosted each year.

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Check out Tastemaker Conference’s 2024 Conference Replays and their 2025 Workshops.

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