A Gathering of the Onlys: Free to Flourish
A sacred experience for Black women professionals to pause, breathe and thrive on their own terms.
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Orlando, Florida
Welcome to a Day You Didn’t Know You Needed
This is more than a retreat —
It’s a homecoming.
A space created exclusively for Black women professionals to exhale, reconnect, and flourish without apology. Whether you're navigating leadership, transition, motherhood, burnout, or simply craving community — this day is for you.
You don’t have to push through alone.
You get to flourish on your own terms.
This Year’s Theme
Free to Flourish: Thriving on Your Own Terms
Success looks different in this season — softer, slower, more intentional, rooted in joy and peace.
This gathering centers on:
Redefining success beyond achievement
Reclaiming your joy
Realigning your energy and boundaries
Reconnecting with who you truly are
Finding community with women who get it
What You Can Expect
Every detail of this retreat is intentionally crafted to pour back into you — the woman who is always pouring into everyone else. From the moment you walk into the room, you will feel invited to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and remember the pieces of you that’ve been buried under responsibility, resilience, and survival.
Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🔥 Sisterhood Across Industries
Women who get the weight you carry — and celebrate how you rise.
🔥 Lifetime Access to the Mahogany Table Network
Stay connected long after the retreat ends.
🔥 Connection Circles + Spring Expert Series Discount
(Flourish Access & above)
Continue the momentum with intimate growth spaces.
🔥 Business Directory Listing
(Flourish Access & above)
Visibility + opportunity inside a thriving Black women’s network.
🔥Artistic Creation Experience
Terrarium building—a beautiful, hands-on creative moment you’ll take home.
🔥 Networking That Actually Works
No awkward small talk. Real connection. Real sisterhood.
🔥 Curated Lunch + Dessert
Nourishing. Delicious. A moment created just for you.
🔥Curated Self-Care Items from Black Woman–Owned Brands
Thoughtfully selected gifts to nourish your mind, body, and spirit.
🔥 Transformational Workshops
Not lectures — experiences. These guided sessions help you rediscover joy, reset your pace, create boundaries, and reconnect with the version of success aligned with your spirit.
🔥 Circle of Stories Panel
An intimate, truth-telling, raw, powerful storytelling from Black women who’ve lived it.
🔥 Grounding Exercises
Grounding movement and embodied practices to help you release stress, reconnect with your body, and anchor peace.
Event Highlights
An immersive retreat
Guided reflection and workshop materials included
A community of ambitious, wholehearted, soul-tending women
A space where you are seen, valued, and protected
Moments of joy, clarity, rest, and sisterhood
Curated Gifts That Pour Back Into You
Choose Your Flourish Experience
Every option is designed with your flourishing in mind.
Each ticket tier offers a beautifully curated way to experience the retreat—choose the level of care, connection, and extended support that aligns with your season.
Early Bloom
$88
Limited to the first 20 women | Available through January 10
Includes the full retreat-day experience:
Transformational workshops
Signature Circle of Stories panel
Stress relieving grounding exercises
Artistic creation activity
Intentional networking + connection
Curated lunch + dessert
Lifetime access to the Mahogany Table Network
Curated Self-Care Items from Black Woman–Owned Brands
Business Directory listing:
Available as an optional $25 add-on.
Flourish Access
$135
Perfect for women who want extended support, community, and ongoing growth after the retreat.
Includes the full retreat-day experience:
Transformational workshops
Signature Circle of Stories panel
Stress relieving grounding exercises
Artistic creation activity
Intentional networking + connection
Curated lunch + dessert
Lifetime access to the Mahogany Table Network
Curated Self-Care Items from Black Woman–Owned Brands
Plus:
Post-Retreat Connection Circles
Exclusive attendee discount for the Spring Expert Series
Business Directory listing included
Flourish Together
$240
Perfect for friends, sisters, daughters, or colleagues attending together.
Two Flourish Access tickets at a reduced rate.
Includes the full retreat-day experience:
Transformational workshops
Signature Circle of Stories panel
Stress relieving grounding exercises
Artistic creation activity
Intentional networking + connection
Curated lunch + dessert
Lifetime access to the Mahogany Table Network
Curated Self-Care Items from Black Woman–Owned Brands
Plus:
Post-Retreat Connection Circles
Exclusive attendee discount for the Spring Expert Series
Business Directory listing included
Retreat Extras (Flourish Access + Flourish Together)
Connection Circles
Keep the momentum going. These small-group circles connect you with women who share your interests, career field, or goals—so the bonds you form at the retreat continue long after the day ends.
Spring Expert Series
Go deeper in your growth with our post-retreat virtual sessions led by experts in career, finance, and entrepreneurship. Flourish Access & Flourish Together attendees receive an exclusive discount.
Mahogany Table Business Directory
Shine a light on your work. Eligible attendees can be featured in our curated directory of Black women-owned businesses—expanding your reach and connecting you with a community ready to support you.
What Women Are Saying
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It was such an uplifting experience to be in a room filled with Black and Brown women and no longer feel alone. It was a healing and welcoming event. I can't wait until we meet again.
S. Daye
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At times it can feel very isolating navigating professional spaces as the only black women. The Mahogany Table gives black women the opportunity to be vulnerable, build partnership, and leave empowered. I highly recommend this event.
T. Desforge
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I would highly recommend this event to other Black women because it elevates and inspire us women to build better friendships, better networking and support each other through the journey of life.
M. Feuille
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This event was very inviting in terms of the atmosphere. The attendees were all very friendly and open to meeting new people. It is nice and empowering to be in an environment with positive women I can identify with.
S. St Hilaire
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It was an amazing experience! Definitely outside my comfort zone but definitely what I needed in this new season in life. I encourage this group to any women but especially black women ! Safe place to be yourself and to tap into your inner you with like minded Women!
E. Charles
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It’s a wonderful opportunity for women of color to come together and connect on a personal, professional and spiritual level . This has been a great time of fellowship, fun, and laughter.
M. Tingle
Sponsorships
Support spaces that help Black women flourish.
Partner with us to bring this retreat to life.
FAQs
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Absolutely. Many women come solo — and they leave with new connections, new sisters, and a sense of belonging. Our networking and connection moments are intentionally designed to feel natural and warm, even if you’re an introvert or new to the community.
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Comfortable, chic, joy-bringing. Brunch-with-your-girls energy.
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Yes. Your ticket includes a catered lunch, dessert, and beverages.
We will also collect dietary restrictions in advance to ensure you feel seen and cared for. -
Tickets are nonrefundable.
Because Mahogany Table is a small, community-centered event, we plan every detail — catering, materials, swag, seating, staffing — based on the exact number of women registered. Once your ticket is purchased:Your seat is reserved specifically for you.
Funds are immediately allocated toward contractual costs.
Your materials, swag, and food orders are secured.
However, tickets are transferable.
If something comes up, you may transfer your ticket to another attendee at no cost. Just email us to update the name.This policy allows us to keep the experience high-quality, intimate, and financially sustainable for the community.
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Item desWelcome — we’re honored you’re joining us!
The venue is approximately 15 minutes from Orlando International Airport (MCO) on the east side of Orlando near the University of Central Florida (UCF).
You’ll be close to hotels, restaurants, and major roads.
Full venue details — including address, parking info, and suggested nearby hotels — will be emailed after registration. -
Our gathering is rooted in Christian values, but created with space for every woman. We honor God, we honor each other, and we welcome women from all backgrounds who desire rest, joy, and connection.
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Yes. Flourish Access and Flourish Together ticket holders receive access to ongoing Connection Circles and an exclusive discount for the Spring Expert Series.
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Yes. The Flourish Together pack offers two tickets at a reduced rate for sisters, friends, colleagues, or accountability partners.
Save Your Seat
Seats are limited and the Early Bloom tier sells out quickly.