In this powerful episode of Full Circle, Ms. Wanda sits down with Phoenix native, entrepreneur, and community-builder Katy Nebblett, founder of Black Women Meetups, a thriving movement dedicated to creating safe, intentional spaces for Black women to connect, collaborate, and grow.

Katy shares her journey from communications professional and social media coach to becoming the leader of a dynamic women's organization that’s changing the landscape of community engagement in Arizona. She opens up about how meaningful connection—not just socializing—inspired her to create events that uplift and empower Black women entrepreneurs, creators, and professionals.

The conversation explores the growing business and cultural crossover between California and Arizona, the importance of building regional community, and the shared responsibility we have to support one another across state lines. Katy also talks openly about balancing life’s challenges—including grief—and how the gym became a place of healing and reset.

Listeners will learn about the upcoming Sip and Connect event happening on November 29th at the Onyx Art Gallery in downtown Phoenix, designed to highlight entrepreneurs, spark collaboration, and bring women together through art and intentional conversation.

This episode is a bridge-builder—reminding us that connection has no borders, community can flourish anywhere, and when Black women come together with purpose, powerful things happen.

• Katy’s entrepreneurial journey and the birth of Black Women Meetups

• Why intentional connection matters more than ever

• The thriving Black community and creative culture in Phoenix

• The CA ↔ AZ connection: building cross-state sisterhood

• Balancing entrepreneurship, PR consulting, social media coaching, and grief

• The mission behind Lit Twist and the goal of supporting Black women through intimate social events

• The importance of creating our own spaces rather than waiting for a seat at someone else’s table

• Details about the upcoming Sip and Connect (Nov. 29) event

• How community support in Arizona has fueled Katy’s growth

• Encouragement for California listeners to travel, connect, collaborate, and expand their networks

Support the movement and follow Katy on Instagram: @blackwomenmeetups
Learn more about her upcoming events, leadership opportunities, and features for Black women entrepreneurs.
If you’re in California—take that short flight! Experience the sisterhood expanding throughout Arizona.