How to Build a Virtual Summit With No Team ft. Benjamin Mena
What if you could build real industry authority, grow your network, and create long-term leverage — without a team, a budget, or paid promotion?
In this episode, Benjamin Mena breaks down how he built a 600+ person virtual summit completely solo, while still running a full recruiting desk.
You’ll hear how he designed summits that actually attract the right people, why keeping live access free increases trust and engagement, and how curating other experts helped him build influence without putting himself front and center.
This conversation is a practical playbook for anyone who wants to use content to build community, credibility, and inbound opportunities — without burning out or overengineering the process.
What You’ll Learn
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How to use a virtual summit to grow authority in your niche
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Why “no team” can actually be an advantage
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How free live events drive higher engagement
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The systems Benjamin uses to run summits solo
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How podcasts create warm relationships at scale
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When community monetization actually makes sense
Resources Mentioned:
- Register for the FREE 2026 Sales & Recruiter Summit - https://bd-sales-recruiter-2026.heysummit.com/
- Check out Benjamin's Podcast - https://www.eliterecruiterpodcast.com/
Connect with us
- Connect with Benjamin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminmena/
- Connect with Rhona - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce/
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