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Beyond the Algorithm: How Consumer Brands Build Culture Online Fireside Chat with The Edit Co-Founders Lauren Fortner & Katie Durko

Lauren Fortner and Katie Durko have built campaigns for everyone from Disney to the Kardashians, and they're bringing that expertise directly to you. From crafting content that's both elevated and performance-driven, to turning influencer relationships into lasting brand equity, to staying ahead of the cultural moments that matter, this conversation covers the social playbook that today's consumer brands can't afford to skip.

Date

Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 11:00 AM PDT

MUST RSVP HERE TO ATTEND

In today's crowded market, your social presence isn't just a marketing channel, it's your brand. For consumer founders, knowing how to show up, stand out, and scale online can make the difference between a product and a movement.

Inside The 10th House, we're bringing together the co-founders of The Edit, one of the most recognized social media agencies in the country, for an intimate, founder-focused fireside chat designed specifically for early-stage consumer brands.

Lauren Fortner and Katie Durko have built campaigns for everyone from Disney to the Kardashians, and they're bringing that expertise directly to you. From crafting content that's both elevated and performance-driven, to turning influencer relationships into lasting brand equity, to staying ahead of the cultural moments that matter, this conversation covers the social playbook that today's consumer brands can't afford to skip.

What makes this session different: when you RSVP, you'll submit your questions directly, turning this into a personalized group coaching experience tailored to what you need most right now.

You'll walk away with sharper thinking on:

  • Building a brand identity and community through content
  • Creating social content that's elevated and optimized for performance
  • Structuring influencer partnerships for long-term brand value
  • Reading the trends and speaking your audience's language
  • Translating a social concept into content that converts across channels
  • Hard-won lessons from building and scaling a business from the ground up

ABOUT YOUR SPEAKERS

Lauren Fortner is the Co-Founder of The Edit, a leading social media agency known for its comprehensive approach to digital marketing. The Edit collaborates with household names ranging from Disney to the Kardashians, offering a one-stop shop for all things social - encompassing strategy, content creation, and influencer partnerships. Under Lauren's leadership, The Edit was honored on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Lauren was also named to Inc.'s Female Founders list, recognizing the most innovative and impactful women entrepreneurs building the next generation of companies. Additionally, The Edit has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators and named to Fast Company’s Small & Mighty Companies (Under 100 Employees) list. Forbes has also praised the agency as “changing Los Angeles” with its unique approach.

Katie Durko is the co-founder of The Edit, a leading social media agency known for its deep, social-first approach to building culturally relevant brands. Partnering with household names ranging from Disney to the Kardashians, The Edit operates as a one-stop shop across strategy, content creation, and influencer partnerships. Under Katie’s leadership, The Edit has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America, with Katie named to Inc. Female Founders for her impact as an entrepreneur. The agency has also been honored by Fast Company as one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators and included on its Small & Mighty Companies list. Additionally, Forbes has recognized The Edit as “changing Los Angeles” with its unique and influential approach to social and digital marketing.

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