Black Southern Belle Charlotte Tastemaker Summit

A couple of months ago I had the extreme pleasure of not only attending the Black Southern Belle Collective Charlotte Tastemaker Summit, but also partnering with them as one of the event photographers.  It was an all day event taking place in the heart of Charlotte inside of an eclectic furniture space known as Tuft.

The day included panel discussions by some wonderful creative entrepreneurs including Cheryl Luckett of Dwell by Cheryl Interiors, Ariene Bethea, owner of Dressing Room Interiors, LaVonndra Johnson, founder of Elle VJ and Dainty Dames Lingerie, Nicole Clayton of The Cloth Mill, Mary Guerry of the Charleston Visitors Bureau, Leah Knepper VP of French West Vaughan and panel moderators Lashawnda Becoats, Editor-in-Chief of Pride Magazine and Danielle McKim, owner of Tuft.

 

 

 

 

 

Throughout the day we feasted on an array of southern cuisine provided by Gravy Waltz and then to top things off we were surprised with equally beautiful and delicious desserts by Sugar Euphoria.  I can honestly say when heading home that evening I was thoroughly satisfied.

In between panel discussions and mingling we were treated to two wonderful workshops.  The first was led by Stephanie Gibbs of Stephanie Gibbs Events who showed us how to make the perfect floral arrangement with in season flowers and through foraging, something which was new to me.  The second workshop, which was led by Jill McKenzie of steve mckenzie’s, was all about table top arrangements showcased beautiful china and how to make your table look great throughout the year.

This event had so much great information and it was remarkable to be in a room filled with other female entrepreneurs.  If you get the chance to attend this event in the future I highly recommend that you go.  Being in the presence of greatness only makes you greater.