279: How to Build an Online Community You Actually Own w/ D’Angelo Senat

Many Black entrepreneurs know what it feels like to consistently show up online, grow a following, build connection, and still feel like the space you are building on does not fully belong to you. The rules change, your reach shifts, and suddenly everything you worked for feels like it is sitting in someone else’s hands. This episode speaks to the founder who wants stability, ownership, and the freedom to build without worrying about algorithms or disappearing access.

D’Angelo Senat joins us to break down what it takes to create an online community that is truly yours. He is the Founder and CEO of AllPeep, an open-source platform designed to help leaders own their data, their conversations, and their digital presence. His journey as an engineer and builder who has supported thousands of founders gives him a unique perspective on how ownership shapes the future of your business. He shares what real ownership looks like, why it matters for Black entrepreneurs, and how to create a space that grows with you.

This conversation offers clarity for the entrepreneur who wants to strengthen their brand, deepen their community, and create a digital home that cannot be taken away. There is real power in ownership, and this episode walks you through how to claim it.

DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

• Why building your community on rented platforms limits your growth and impact

• What it really means to “own” your community and how to start shifting your mindset

• Step-by-step actions to create a digital space that you control from day one

• How to keep your audience engaged and connected without relying on social media algorithms

• The power of data ownership and how it protects your brand and creative work

• How community ownership helps Black entrepreneurs build legacy, not just visibility

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