The Amy Broadnax Story:
From Betrayal to Billion-Dollar Vision
Amy Broadnax is not your average entrepreneur. She’s a fighter, a survivor, and a visionary determined to make history despite a system that has tried to break her at every turn. From corporate America to the entertainment industry, from financial devastation to the brink of homelessness, Amy’s journey has been one of resilience, betrayal, and an unwavering commitment to building something bigger than herself.
The Rise: Corporate America & Entertainment Industry Roots
Amy spent 25 years in corporate America, primarily in mortgage and finance, where she navigated the highs and lows of an industry known for its cutthroat nature. But when thousands of jobs—including hers—were wiped out overnight, she saw the writing on the wall. Rather than being left behind by the AI revolution, she ran toward it, determined to harness its power rather than be destroyed by it.
At the same time, she spent over two decades in the entertainment industry, producing events, working with top talent, and understanding the business of creating experiences that captivate audiences.
The Betrayals: False Promises, Empty Partnerships & Startup Exclusion
With a vision to build Haunted Texas Theme Park & Haunted History Parks Global, Amy went all in—sacrificing financial stability, housing, and personal security to push forward a $1.76B dream that blends entertainment, history, and AI-driven innovation. But the road was anything but smooth.
She faced:
So-called “experts” who promised investor connections but delivered nothing
Flaky partners who disappeared when it was time to do real work
Investors who underestimated her, even with projections showing $657M in Year 1 revenue
A startup ecosystem that refused to open its doors to her, despite her track record
She saw firsthand how venture capital favors male-led companies, with less than 2% of funding going to female founders—despite the fact that women-led startups consistently outperform their male counterparts.
Even platforms like StartEngine rejected Haunted Texas, citing a lack of an existing community—ignoring the fact that building that community requires access to funding in the first place.
The Hardest Lesson: No Safe Place to Sleep Without a Price
As she poured everything into her startup, Amy lost everything—her home, her stability, and even her sense of safety. She bounced between Airbnbs, staying with acquaintances, and trying to find a secure place to rest while continuing to pitch investors and build partnerships.
What she learned was devastating: For women, especially those in vulnerable situations, "help" from men often came with unspoken expectations. There was always a price. The world expected her to trade something—her dignity, her body, her independence—just to have a roof over her head.
Rather than compromise herself, she chose to sleep in a shelter at The Atlanta Mission, reclaiming her power and deciding that this was just the beginning of a new chapter.
The Comeback: Rebuilding the Right Way
Now, Amy is rebuilding smarter, stronger, and on her terms. She’s eliminating middlemen, cutting out unnecessary costs, and focusing on maximizing every investment dollar for 10X returns. She’s using her own grit, real community engagement, and AI-powered tools to make Haunted Texas an undeniable success.
The Mission Moving Forward:
No more empty partnerships. Everyone involved must bring real value, experience, or capital to the table.
No more fake startup gatekeepers. She’s creating her own path and setting a new standard for female founders.
No more playing small. She’s building history, and the world is going to have to take notice.
Amy Broadnax is not waiting for permission. She’s taking it.