The INKfluence Kickstarter Webinar Series
Whether you’re launching your first Kickstarter or refining your strategy for your next campaign, The INKfluence is bringing you exclusive in-depth webinars designed to help authors and creators maximize their crowdfunding potential.
Each session dives into key aspects of running a successful Kickstarter, featuring industry experts, real-world case studies, and the latest platform updates. From pre-launch planning to fulfillment, we’ve got you covered!
Upcoming Webinars
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October
What’s New at Kickstarter: Platform Updates + Follower Engagement Strategies
- Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
- 9 AM PST / 11 AM CST / 12 PM EST
- Zoom
Join us for a live conversation with Oriana Leckert, Kickstarter’s Head of Publishing, to learn what’s new on the platform and how to take full advantage of the pre-launch phase, including how to meaningfully engage with your followers before you go live.
What You'll Learn
The latest updates to Kickstarter’s publishing tools and features How the follower system actually works—and what actions you can take now Ways to convert followers into early backers Examples of authors who’ve successfully used follower engagement to drive Day 1 funding
November
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- Wednesday, November XXth, 2025
- 9 AM PST / 11 AM CST / 12 PM EST
- Zoom
Join us for a live conversation with Oriana Leckert, Kickstarter’s Head of Publishing, to learn what’s new on the platform and how to take full advantage of the pre-launch phase, including how to meaningfully engage with your followers before you go live.
What You'll Learn
The latest updates to Kickstarter’s publishing tools and features How the follower system actually works—and what actions you can take now Ways to convert followers into early backers Examples of authors who’ve successfully used follower engagement to drive Day 1 funding
December
Webinar Name for December here and here and here
- Wednesday, December XXth, 2025
- 9 AM PST / 11 AM CST / 12 PM EST
- Zoom
Join us for a live conversation with Oriana Leckert, Kickstarter’s Head of Publishing, to learn what’s new on the platform and how to take full advantage of the pre-launch phase, including how to meaningfully engage with your followers before you go live.
What You'll Learn
The latest updates to Kickstarter’s publishing tools and features How the follower system actually works—and what actions you can take now Ways to convert followers into early backers Examples of authors who’ve successfully used follower engagement to drive Day 1 funding
Webinar Recordings
How to Finally Make Facebook Ads Work for Kickstarter
- Wednesday, July 30, 2025
- 9 AM PST / 11 AM CST / 12 PM EST
- Zoom
This month, we’re welcoming Melissa Storm, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author and CEO of Novel Publicity, for a powerhouse session on a topic so many creators struggle with: Facebook Ads.
In this live session, she’ll share real strategies to help you finally get your ads working for you—especially during the high-stakes world of a Kickstarter campaign.
What You'll Learn
The latest updates to Kickstarter’s publishing tools and features How the follower system actually works—and what actions you can take now Ways to convert followers into early backers Examples of authors who’ve successfully used follower engagement to drive Day 1 funding
Financial + Tax Tips for Authors
- Wednesday, June 25, 2025
- 9 AM PST / 11 AM CST / 12 PM EST
- Zoom
We’re excited to announce that our June webinar will feature Seth C. Norris, CPA, founder of Norris CPA Firm, who specializes in helping authors navigate the complexities of finances and taxes.
One of the most common questions we hear is: “How do I manage my Kickstarter funds from a tax standpoint?”
What You'll Learn
We’ll walk through essential financial strategies for authors, including: How to structure your finances before, during, & after your campaign What counts as income and how to handle it for tax season Tips for organizing expenses and understanding deductions How to stay compliant while still maximizing your revenue