How Powerful Networks Are Really Built (Most Founders Do This Wrong) - Michelle Maree

In this episode of the Amsterdam Founders Club Podcast, we sit down with Michelle Maree, founder of The Nomad Escape, Entrepreneur Network, The Inner Circle, and the visionary behind Nomad Island Fest in Madeira. From building global communities to attracting world class entrepreneurs, Michelle shares how powerful networks are built through trust, value, and long term thinking.

 

Michelle breaks down how she went from being homeless to building a global business ecosystem by mastering relationships, intentional networking, and mindset. We dive deep into how founders can build influence without chasing clout, how meaningful introductions create million dollar opportunities, and why real success comes from giving before asking.

 

If you’re a founder, entrepreneur, digital nomad, or creator looking to grow your business through authentic connections, this podcast is packed with real stories, practical networking frameworks, and mindset shifts that can change how you approach business forever.

 

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction: Building a Global Network

02:08 – The Ken Honda Story & Leading With Authenticity

09:13 – The Power of Community Builders

14:46 – From Homeless to Home Free & The Triple Growth Formula

16:47 – Vision Clarity: You Can’t Scale What You Can’t See

20:50 – Global Tax Strategy & Location-Independent Business

24:05 – How to Build Strategic Relationships the Right Way

30:10 – Give First: The Foundation of High-Level Networking

42:39 – The Practical Networking Event Playbook

49:59 – The Strategic Network Tracking System

55:44 – Why Micro Events Are So Powerful

01:02:03 – Designing Interactive, High-Impact Events

01:13:42 – Energy, Attraction & Showing Up With Confidence

01:29:07 – How to Organize Your First Event (Even If You’re Not an Expert)

01:39:58 – 10-Year Vision, Impact & Legacy

 

Connect with Michelle Maree : 

 

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/michelle.maree.official

 

Website : https://thenomadescape.com/

 

 

Connect with Marcel Wijermars:

 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcelwijermars

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcelwijermars

 

Apply to join Amsterdam Founders Club:

https://amsterdamfoundersclub.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amsterdamfoundersclub/

 

The podcast is produced by 301 Studios and Marcus Engel: https://www.instagram.com/themarcusengel/ - studiobooking@weare301.com