What does it really take to scale multiple businesses to multimillion-dollar exits—and turn those experiences into a mission-driven empire? In this episode, I sit down with powerhouse entrepreneur Jaclyn Johnson, founder of Create & Cultivate, to break down exactly how she built her event-driven company into an eight-figure brand. Jaclyn shares behind-the-scenes insights from securing major celebrity partnerships to leveraging the rise of Instagram, navigating entrepreneurship from bootstrapping to venture backing, and why building community should be your #1 priority.Connect with Jaclyn Johnson:Instagram: @jaclynrjohnsonWebsite: jaclynrjohnson.comLinkedIn: Jaclyn JohnsonLevel up your content game with our: FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER – Get exclusive content prompts, trend forecasts, and insider tips delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up at www.showupauthentic.com/sls-sign-up AUTHENTIC CREATORS NETWORK – Looking for friends and resources as you grow your creator career? Join our premium community for personalized feedback, weekly virtual meet-ups, and a supportive network of fellow creators at www.showupauthentic.com/acn AGENCY SERVICES – Looking for professional support to scale your social media presence? Visit www.showupauthentic.com to learn how Lindsay’s agency can transform your digital presence and drive real business results. Follow us on Instagram – @showupauthentic Follow us on TikTok – @showupauthentic