What you get from ECONOME is what you come ready to receive

I remember a few comments and posts on social media after ECONOME III last year saying that the event seems to just be a "dress up thing to take pictures and post”. 

But quite frankly, that is exactly what it becomes if that's all you bring to the table.

Since Matthew Gaul launched Econome in 2022 with a vision to connect young people with leaders and entrepreneurs with minds and resources that could catapult their futures, I've come to the realization that the event is a mirror of your intentions.

Walk into Econome treating it like a social media photo opportunity, and you'll leave with nothing but filtered memories. But arrive with purpose, strategy, and genuine curiosity about growth, and you'll discover why this conference has become a catalyst for many careers.

The truth is, Econome doesn't owe you transformation, you owe yourself the preparation to receive it.

The theme for Econome IV, "Injections for Business Growth", couldn't be more fitting. Just as medical injections require the right dosage, timing, and patient readiness to be effective, business growth requires you to show up prepared for the treatment.

Consider what's on offer this year:

Jamaican billionaire Kadeen Mairs will be in the room. Tech giant Kyle Maloney and regional powerhouse Sarona Samaroo are flying in to share insights you won't find in any book. Richard Rambarran is presenting on strategic growth investments for entrepreneurs with 1-20M capital, knowledge that could literally reshape your financial trajectory.

The $1M pitch competition finale isn't just entertainment; it's a masterclass in presentation, vision, and execution happening right before your eyes.

Certified Sampson, the Caribbean's most popular content creator, will break down exactly how he monetizes his influence, insights worth their weight in gold for anyone building a personal brand.

Here's what separates those who maximize Econome from those who just attend it; Before you walk through those doors, ask yourself:

• Which speaker's journey most closely aligns with where I want to go?
• What specific questions will I ask during networking sessions?
• Which industry workshop will give me the biggest strategic advantage?
• Who do I need to meet, and what value can I offer them in return?

The speakers are announced in advance. The presentation topics are published. The workshop themes are clear. You know exactly what to expect, so why wouldn't you prepare accordingly?

The one-on-one mentorship sessions with key business executives aren't just calendar fillers, they're compressed years of experience available to you in focused conversations. The curated networking experiences aren't just parties, they're rooms full of people who could become your next business partner, investor, or collaborator.

But you have to keep in mind that these opportunities don't come looking for you. You have to recognize them, engage with them, and follow through on them.

The return on investment from Econome isn't measured in the number of business cards you collect or LinkedIn connections you make. It's measured in the actions you take afterward; the follow-up conversations you initiate, the strategies you implement from the workshops, the mindset shifts that occur when you're surrounded by people operating at levels you aspire to reach, the partnerships that form months later because of a genuine connection made over a weekend.

The infrastructure is there. The speakers are world-class. The opportunities are real.

But the organizers can only create the space, they can't force you to occupy it meaningfully.

This year's Econome promises a weekend of education, entertainment, and vibes. What it delivers to you personally depends entirely on what you're ready to receive.

So ask yourself: Are you coming to take photos, or are you coming to take action?

The injection is ready. The question is: Are you?