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September News 2026

A Message From Marie

Welcome to our September newsletter!

We are continuing to build a community where entrepreneurs, professionals, investors, business owners, and emerging leaders can connect, learn, become more visible, and create opportunities together.

This month, we have several exciting ways for you to get involved—from developing your brand and building meaningful business relationships to enjoying inspirational family stories and discovering opportunities within the real estate and business community.

Our mission continues:
Build Your Brand. Build Relationships. Create Opportunities. Leave a Legacy.

Marie Antonette Waite
Founder & CEO, International Wealth Builders Association
Founder, Fire-Up Connect

FEATURED THIS MONTH

FIRE-UP BRAND™ 2-DAY WORKSHOP

September 18 - 19, 2026


Your brand is more than your logo. It is what people remember about you.
The Fire-Up Brand™ 2-Day Workshop is an immersive experience created for entrepreneurs, professionals, speakers, real estate professionals, and business owners who are ready to become clearer, more confident, more visible, and more recognizable in their marketplace. Over two powerful days, participants will work on developing the message, image, presence, and strategy behind their brand.

Your Experience Includes:

• Interactive brand development and strategy
• Peer feedback and collaboration
• Professional video filming
• Professional photo session
• Fabulous Lifestyle Radio interview
• One-year Fire-Up Connect membership
• Full-page article in Fire-Up Connect Magazine
• Building Brand Legacy online course
• Networking and relationship-building opportunities
DAY 1 — SEPTEMBER 18
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Brand Development Workshop
Followed by Happy Hour Networking from 5:00 PM–8:00 PM

DAY 2 — SEPTEMBER 19
Professional Video Filming & Photography

Location: The Centre at Lexus Escondido
Lunch experience at Vintana Wine + Dine

REGISTER FOR THE FIRE-UP BRAND™ 2-DAY WORKSHOP

Call 619-453-4664 for more information

FIRE-UP CONNECT

IN-PERSON MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING

Connections become more powerful when we turn them into relationships.
Fire-Up Connect brings entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, investors, and community leaders together to build meaningful relationships—not simply exchange business cards. Our monthly in-person meetings provide opportunities to:

• Meet new business connections
• Build referral relationships
• Learn from business experts
• Share resources and opportunities
• Increase your visibility
• Develop strategic collaborations
• Become part of a growing business community

Our philosophy is built around four pillars:

BUILD • PROMOTE • REFER • GIVE

Come prepared to introduce yourself, learn something new, meet someone new, and discover how we can help one another grow.

Fire-Up Connect Monthly Meeting

Handlery Hotel
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA, 92108
Every 1st Tuesday of the month
12pm-2pm
  • Open for Vendors from 11 am to 12 pm.
  • 1st Time Visitors are free to attend
  • Parking Tickets are validated

Call for VENDOR opportunities: (951) 378-5316

YOU'RE INVITED — FREE EVERY THURSDAY!

FIRE-UP CONNECT FREE ONLINE WEEKLY MEETING

Looking for a simple way to stay connected, meet new professionals, and continue building your business relationships? Join us online every Thursday for our FREE Fire-Up Connect Weekly Meeting.
Each week is another opportunity to:

• Introduce yourself and your business
• Meet entrepreneurs and professionals
• Hear educational presentations
• Exchange ideas and resources
• Discover referral opportunities
• Develop new collaborations
• Stay connected with the Fire-Up Connect community

There is no cost to attend. If you have previously registered through Zoom and already received the recurring meeting information, you do not need to register again. Simply use your existing Zoom meeting link.
Every Thursday
9:00 AM–10:00 AM Pacific Time
Online via Zoom

DISCOVER THE FIRE-UP UNIVERSE

Welcome to the Fire-Up Universe, where imagination opens the door to stories that bring families together. Through original characters, adventures, and family-inspired storytelling, Fire-Up Universe shares positive messages with children, parents, grandparents, and families.

Our stories explore the importance of: Love. Kindness. Friendship. Family. Helping Others. Imagination. Celebrating Our Differences. From magical rainbow adventures to superhero families and stories inspired by real childhood memories, every adventure has something meaningful at its heart. Fire-Up Universe is also about creating memories across generations and reminding children that what makes them different can also make them extraordinary.

THIS MONTH'S FEATURED STORY:

Walk through the front gate, explore every room, discover Grandma's special treasure box, gather around the family table, and look up at the stars beneath the banana tree. Every corner of her home reminds us that the greatest treasures in life are not things we own, but the love we share with the people who matter most.

SAN DIEGO REAL ESTATE INVESTING & BUSINESS EXPO

CONNECTING REAL ESTATE, BUSINESS, EDUCATION & COMMUNITY

The San Diego Real Estate Investing & Business Expo brings together real estate professionals, investors, entrepreneurs, business leaders, educators, service providers, and community partners for a powerful day of education and relationship building. The Expo creates an environment where attendees can learn directly from experienced professionals while building connections that may lead to future business, investment, collaboration, and community opportunities.

The 2026 Expo brought together an extraordinary group of professionals and organizations who shared their expertise, experience, and resources with our community. We are continuing to expand the relationships created through the Expo and invite businesses and professionals interested in future participation to connect with us.
The experience includes:
• Expert speakers and industry leaders
• Educational roundtable discussions
• Real estate and business insights
• Networking opportunities
• Community and education partnerships
• Business exhibitors and sponsors
• Media exposure
• Recognition of outstanding professionals and community leaders

INTERESTED IN GETTING INVOLVED?

Opportunities may include:
Corporate Partnerships • Sponsorships • Featured Experts • Exhibitors • Speakers • Community Partnerships

INTERNATIONAL WEALTH BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

READ THE IWBA MAGAZINE

Knowledge becomes more powerful when we share it. The International Wealth Builders Association Magazine provides entrepreneurs, professionals, investors, experts, and community leaders with another platform to share their knowledge, experience, stories, and expertise. Each issue features valuable content designed to educate, inspire, connect, and introduce our readers to professionals who are making an impact in business and their communities.

INSIDE IWBA MAGAZINE

• Expert articles
• Business and real estate insights
• Leadership perspectives
• Entrepreneur stories
• Member features
• Community highlights
• Event coverage
• Professional resources Each month, the newsletter should feature the current magazine cover along with selected articles or contributors.

LET'S BUILD SOMETHING TOGETHER

Whether you are looking to strengthen your brand, grow your business, make new connections, share your expertise, participate in our events, enjoy our family stories, or become more involved in our community, there is a place for you within our growing network.

BUILD • PROMOTE • REFER • GIVE

We look forward to connecting with you.

Marie Antonette Waite
Founder & CEO
International Wealth Builders Association
Founder, Fire-Up Connect

Building Brands. Creating Connections. Expanding Opportunities. Leaving a Legacy.

Contact Warie Waite at
(951) 378-5316

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