The 1st Annual S.C.A.L.E. Up Symposium was nothing short of amazing! Deanna did a phenomenal job curating an experience that brought together a powerful group of women bold, brilliant, and unstoppable,for a faith-driven event rooted in growth, confidence, and divine purpose.
This one-day symposium wasn’t just about motivation. It was about transformation. The focus was crystal clear: helping women elevate their wardrobe to match the leader they’re becoming. From the moment you walked into the room, there was an intentional energy, every woman was there to show up, stand tall, and step fully into her next level.
Elevating Style and Spirit
The S.C.A.L.E. Up experience, centered around Style, Confidence, Assertiveness, Leadership, and Etiquette was designed to help women scale their success from the inside out. Every keynote, workshop, and conversation was tailored to help attendees lead with poise, soft power, presence, integrity, and excellence.
Through hands-on activities, intentional networking, and deep moments of reflection, women embraced their power, refined their presence, and reconnected with their purpose.
Dynamic Speakers and Powerful Moments
The stage was set for greatness
🔥 Erika L. Thomas, Courtney Clay, and Laura Gisborne delivered powerful keynotes that left the room speechless.
From personal stories of leadership and resilience to practical strategies for owning your space, each speaker reminded us what it means to rise in faith and lead with boldness.
As a brand photographer, being behind the lens and capturing these transformative moments was truly an honor. You could feel the elevation in the room. The way women supported one another, spoke life into each other, and walked out differently than they walked in.
Who Was in the Room?
This event was filled with powerhouse women, including:
💼 Influential leaders
🧠 Visionary decision-makers
🚀 Executives and high-level entrepreneurs
Each woman came with a mission, to connect, to grow, and to support one another on the journey of becoming.