First Social Media Mastery Cruise Charts a Viral Course for Entrepreneurs
Business owners on the Social Media Mastery Cruise gained viral-video skills, author expertise, and branding alignment — all while sailing the Caribbean.
Entrepreneurs At Sea
Wendy S. Huffman | WBN News Nashville | November 15, 2025
The first‑ever Social Media Mastery Cruise, founded by viral content strategist Deneene “Queen Dee” Collins, set sail this month and delivered more than tropical views. With just 15 curated entrepreneurs aboard, the experience became an elite floating mastermind of high‑impact training, brand elevation, and strategic networking.
Queen Dee led multiple sessions, including deep dives on how to craft viral‑ready messaging and the secret to creating an unforgettable hook — a must for modern entrepreneurs.
Workshops covered a full spectrum of business transformation:
- Kelly Woodhouse taught how to publish your first book with clarity and speed.
- Nikki Stiles Baker delivered tools to grow “Further, Farther, Faster.”
- LuAnn Buechler helped participants align passion with brand purpose.
- Toni Kaufman decoded personal archetypes to strengthen authentic branding.
- Dawn Anderson shared insights on creating a sustainable movement and a meaningful message.
- Jonathan Bengel, a tax strategist, outlined how to structure travel as a business deduction — with the essential “2‑hour work” rule. Attendees adhered to this advice throughout the voyage.
The group made meaningful stops in Grand Turk, Amber Cove, D.R., Nassau, and Celebration Key, striking a balance between leisure and growth.
As one of the speakers, I offered a session on integrating philanthropy into business branding and using your cause to shape your public presence. I also extended an invitation to the group to become correspondents for WBN News — a unique opportunity to elevate their visibility while contributing thought leadership.
The biggest win? The level of connection. With only 15 participants, every conversation was a catalyst. I'm sure I've made some life-long friendships.
Next year’s Social Media Mastery Cruise is already on the horizon for November. Booking opens soon — reach out directly if you'd like to reserve a place aboard.
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Wendy Huffman is the Editor of WBN News Nashville and Africa Editions, where she brings the fun back to journalism—covering everything from local buzz and bold business insights to the stories that move hearts and minds. Her leadership of the Africa Edition stems from her deep commitment to the continent through LetsMakeTheDifference.org, the international nonprofit she founded to empower and uplift underserved communities.
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