Inspired Conference | Samantha Shepard
Tags:During my research, I came across a conference called Inspired. The retreat style conference for creative entrepreneurs is run by Nashville wedding planner, Amber Housley. Intrigued by both the topics and the setting, I reached out to Amber with an offer to help in any way I could. I was prepared to have her ask me to stuff goodie bags or even donate a giveaway. I was not prepared for Amber to ask me to speak about the Studio Calico story.

The conference was a 4 day retreat in the beautiful hills of Tennessee, just outside Nashville. Designed to attract creative entrepreneurs, the small size and rustic setting was the perfect way for women to step away from their busy lives and strategize about their businesses.
I wanted to share a few highlights and a lot of pictures. Plus, of course, a small giveaway from me.





All of the photos in this post were shot by the incredibly talented Callie Pitts of Nancy Ray Photography.
At the close of the conference, I was so sad to say goodbye to all the women. I did not do the event justice. It was incredible. Every single detail was carefully planned and executed by the talented team of Amber Housley. I am considering having a party just so I can make Amber plan it. She worked incredibly hard, and at the end of the day, I witnessed each woman walk away invigorated and inspired to conquer the world.

As promised, here's my GIVEAWAY:
I have a tote bag full of things from the conference. Comment below and we’ll select one lucky winner this week and announce it on Friday.
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What a beautiful experience!!!! Must check out those journals!
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I am glad that you had such a great time. Thanks for sharing you experience with us. And of course, thanks for the chance to win.
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I love the location, and that picnic looks adorable!
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Pretty :) thanks for the chance :)
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I would have loved to see everyone stamp for the first time. I too remember when I first stamped! Ha! I am sure you have inspired others to create. We need more scrappers!
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Looks like an amazing girls weekend!
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Sounds like you had a great time. I would have loved to have gone too!
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What an awesome venue and your talk sounds "inspiring" for sure!
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First I went to school in TN and love the state of TN and so love the beauty of these photos and site. I had read about this conference and thought it would be fabulous! In my year of moving and new jobs and recreating myself I could not go.. I'd love to win a tote bag of goodies from there- almost like being there. Thanks for sharing!
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It looks like you all have an awesome time. I wish i could have something like this here.
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Great time together !!! Thanks for sharing.
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it looks like you had an amazing time!
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Love your shoes! Gotta get me some!! The location looks awesome too!
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Thank you for the inspiring post! I love seeing women around the country taking chances and pursuing their attainable dreams....looks like it was a successful conference!
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Sounds like an amazing time. Wish I could have gone!
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Looks like you had a fun time! Thanks for sharing!
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What a great and "inspiring" weekend ! And I love the fact that you had a chance to introduce people to the scrapbooking world...
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Wow! There is nothing more motivating then when women get together and propel each other forward with their stories. Each of us learns from each other and we learn as much from our failures as we do our success. Hope to be there one day!
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Wow, this looks like it was a blast! Thanks for sharing and for the opportunity to win!
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What an amazing opportunity! Thanks for sharing.
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