She Speaks Community Conference 2027: Go Get Your Blessing. She Rises, She Reaps.
She Rises, She Reaps
July 16–18, 2027 · Wilmington, NC · Riverfront
She is the woman who planted in the dark and refused to quit watering. She is the mother, the entrepreneur, the ministry leader, the friend who holds others up while building her own table. This weekend is hers, to rest, to rise, to reap what she has sown, and to be celebrated by a sisterhood that sees her, knows her, and calls her forward.
Words We Live By
Every woman here wears a crown
She Speaks is for the woman who leads, builds, and still makes room for her sisters. For three days on the Wilmington riverfront you will rest, reflect, recharge, and rise with women who share your faith and your purpose. Your seat is waiting.
She Rises, She Reaps
Crowned & Called
The Experience
Three Days of Rise & Reap
Riverfront Welcome Mixer
Arrive, connect, and unwind along the Wilmington Riverwalk as the weekend begins.
The Harvest Gala
Awards ceremony, glamour & fashion show, and art showcase in one unforgettable evening in historic downtown Wilmington.
Sunrise Yoga by the Water
Begin each day grounded on the Cape Fear River, breathing in the morning mist.
Release Brunch
Reflect and release by the coast at Wrightsville Beach, sending one another forward with love.
The Journey
Your Weekend at a Glance
Friday
Arrive & Connect
Registration & Swag Bag Pickup
Your She Rises, She Reaps welcome gifts
She Speaks Marketplace Opens
Shop women-owned businesses
Riverfront Welcome Mixer
Sunset, sisterhood, and signature sips on the water
Plant Your Seed
Write your intention for the weekend
Saturday
Rise & Grow
Sunrise Yoga by the Water
Begin the day grounded by the Cape Fear River
Opening Keynote: She Rises, She Reaps
Set the tone for a transformative day
Training & Development Sessions
Three tracks: Money & Wealth, Business & Career, Healing & Wellness
Lunch on Your Own
Explore downtown Wilmington
Glam Hour
Rest, refresh, and get gala-ready
Red Carpet & Art Showcase
Celebrate creativity and style
Women Authors' Corner (Saturday Only)
Meet women authors, shop their books, and get signed copies
The Harvest Gala
Dinner, She Rises Awards, fashion show, and dancing
Sunday
Release & Reap
Sunrise Yoga by the Water
One last grounding practice by the river
Harvest Banquet & Release Brunch
A Southern-style brunch by the coast
Release Ceremony
Let go of the old season
Closing Celebration & Winter Retreat Reveal
Send one another forward with love
Join Us
Secure Your Seat
Pay in full for the best price, or choose Monthly Autopay and spread your ticket across the months left before June 15, 2027 (plans include a 15% payment plan fee). The sooner you start, the smaller each payment.
Early Bird
Full 3-day weekend pass — all sessions, showcases, and events.
Regular
Full access to everything July 16–18.
VIP
Premium seating, VIP lounge, and exclusive perks. Limit 10.
COLE25 applied, courtesy of CEO Cole Bee. You save $25 on each ticket (taken off at checkout, including monthly plans).
Add merch to your order
Optional — pay for your merch in the same checkout as your ticket. Product images are digital mockups.
She Speaks T-shirt
$29.00
She Speaks Journal
$22.00
She Speaks Tumbler
$28.00
Pickup only at the conference registration desk
All merchandise orders must be picked up at the She Speaks Community Conference 2027 registration desk, July 16–18, 2027, Wilmington, NC. No shipping is available. Bring your order confirmation and valid photo ID.
Bless a Sister (optional)
Add a gift to help send a woman who can't afford a seat. Added to pay-in-full ticket checkouts.
Bring Your Circle
Bring your circle. Group rates for 4 or more sisters.
She Speaks Ambassadors
Ambassador Spotlight
These women are bringing their sisters to Wilmington. Support their businesses, and use their code to save $25 on your ticket.
Allison Eddington
Creations By Me
Custom jewelry, tumblers and t-shirts by Allison.
CEO Cole Bee
Body Betta Baby
BodyBettaBaby Shea Butta is made with premium shea butter and nourishing oils to deeply moisturize, soften and protect your skin, naturally.
Plan Your Stay
Where to Stay
The whole weekend happens at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, right on the riverfront in downtown Wilmington, NC.
Stay Where It Happens
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is the conference hotel at 301 N Water St on the Cape Fear River. Stay on site and every session, meal, and celebration is steps from your room.
Getting There
The hotel is about 10 minutes from Wilmington International Airport (ILM), with rideshare and rental cars at the airport. Downtown, the Riverwalk, and waterfront dining are all walkable.
Make a Weekend of It
Arrive a day early or stay an extra night: stroll the Riverwalk, browse historic downtown, and the area beaches are a short drive from the hotel.
We're finalizing the attendee rate and booking link with the hotel. Join the list and we'll send them to you the moment they're confirmed.
She Rises Awards
Nominate a woman who rose this year.
Know a woman who planted, persevered, and reaped a harvest this year? Honor her at The Harvest Gala. Nominations are open through May 17, 2027.
Nominate a WomanFor the Artists
The Minnie Evans Art Grant
Named for Wilmington's own visionary artist, the Minnie Evans Art Grant awards $250 to the student or emerging artist whose work our Harvest Gala guests love most. Up to 17 artists will line our red carpet entrance. Showcase spots are free.
The Voices
Our Speakers
Revealed in January
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Revealed in January
Revealed in January
Revealed in January
2025 Memories
Look What We Created Together
We gather every two years. These moments are from our 2025 gathering — a weekend of voices, embraces, and celebration.
Voices on the main stage
Adorned in sisterhood
Sisterhood in every detail
Her voice, center stage
Pretty, Paid, and Productive
Woman of the Year
Moments of connection
Bold, unbothered, hers
Love yourself, be real
Held and honored
Crowned in gold
Generations at the table
Sing it out
Praise in motion
Still standing
Your Ticket Fuels the Mission
Every seat you secure supports She Speaks Community Co.'s work with women and youth in our community.
From Last Year
Pretty, Paid & Productive
“I walked in exhausted and walked out recharged. I found my sisters and my next chapter.”
Jasmine W.
Pretty, Paid & Productive 2025
“The fashion show alone was worth it. But the sisterhood? That changed my life.”
Aaliyah M.
Pretty, Paid & Productive 2025
“I came alone and left with a circle of women who still check on me every week.”
Tiana B.
Pretty, Paid & Productive 2025
Invest in You
Ask your employer to invest in you.
Many companies offer professional development budgets. Copy this email template and customize it to request support for your ticket.
Dear [Manager's Name], I'd like to request professional development support to attend the She Speaks Community Conference, taking place July 16-18, 2027 in Wilmington, NC · Riverfront. This three-day experience focuses on leadership development, professional growth, and community impact — directly aligned with my goals to [add 1-2 specific goals]. The conference includes trainings, an awards ceremony, and networking with women leaders across industries. Ticket options range from $399 (Early Bird) to $649 (VIP). I'm happy to share the full agenda and outline key takeaways I'll bring back to our team. Thank you for considering this investment in my growth. Warm regards, [Your Name]
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Our Mission
Hosted by She Speaks Community Co., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We create healing-centered spaces where women can rest, reconnect and rebuild, and we serve Raleigh and Durham families through Kicks for Kidz, Byte by Byte, Harvest of Hope and Sponsor a Classroom. Every She Rises ticket helps fund this work.