Hi! I’m Ingrid Zapata Read—2x founder, community builder, strategist, connector, and mom to two wild (and wonderful) boys.

Let’s cut to the chase: community is my superpower.

I learned early on how much we need connection to thrive. Moving to a new country as a child and starting over 1,800 miles from home after college taught me one big lesson—life’s better when you have your people.

Then, when I became a mom, I realized how lonely it could feel to juggle work, family, and ambition without a strong support system. So, I created Working Momkind to fill that gap. What started as a passion project evolved into a global community of over 218,000 career-driven and entrepreneurial moms. I even launched a private space for over 1,700 moms to connect, support each other, and navigate motherhood during the pandemic.

But here’s the twist: I didn’t stop there.

After working on a startup that was sold and spending time freelancing, I realized founders and businesses needed the same kind of connection. That’s when I launched Grow With Community. Now, I help businesses turn their audiences into thriving, engaged communities outside social media.

With over a decade of experience in sales, customer success, and community management, I know what works. I’ve built strategies that turn followers into loyal supporters, created campaigns that drive growth, and launched affiliate programs that turn customers into brand ambassadors.

Basically, I’m here to help you build the kind of community that works for you.