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your year for growth, friendships, & business boasts.
you're ready.
And while you’re stepping into 2019 with a bit more confidence than ever before, it’d be nice if you were surrounded by fellow creatives pushing for similar goals & battling the same fears.
ready to
you've been dreaming & scheming about
hit those business goals
doing what you love
build a life you love
of attention … rather than dwelling on what you’re not, it’s the year for who you are.
make your strengths the center
round 9
2019 is your year.
June 24-27, 2019
Bermuda Run, NC
Round 9 is sold out!
creative at heart
Lucky for you, we’ve created an experience with that in mind:
round 9
We’re heading back to WinMock at Kinderton for our ninth conference, and joining forces with over 40 educators to bring you top-of-the-line education, one-on-one connection and a confidence boost to propel you forward this year!
cheers
Speakers
listen up
add on
Sessions
dig in
connect
oh snap
get cozy
social
breakfast
lunch
Grab your pen & jot this down
here’s a quick look at all the Round 9 details:
a detailed timeline will be sent to you within 10 days of the conference
traveling in? we've got your back
APPROX. TIMELINE
Monday, June 24
4pm Educator Meeting
5:30pm-7pm Welcome Party with Attendees
Tuesday, June 25
8am Continental Breakfast
9am-5pm First Day of Content
Wednesday, June 26
8am Continental Breakfast
9am-5pm Second Day of Content
8:30-10:30 Late Night Treat
Thursday, June 27
8am Continental Breakfast
9am-5pm Final Day of Content
flying in
For those flying in, we suggest these three airports:
Piedmont Triad International Airport
Airport Code: GSO
1000 Ted Johnson Pkwy
Greensboro, NC 27409
Charlotte-Douglas International Airport
Airport Code: clt
5501 Josh Birmingham Pkwy
Charlotte, NC 28208
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Airport Code: rdu
2400 John Brantley Blvd
Morrisville, NC 27560
hotel
If you’re looking for a place to lay your head, we will have a room block at a nearby hotel for attendees & will share more in the Round 9 Facebook group in February!
car
You’re welcome to rent a car with conference friends, or take a $7 uber to and from the venue & room block hotel each day!
Wondering how it all goes down?
Want the 4-1-1 on the schedule, educators & if it’s really the right for you (we won’t lie, we promise!)? Press play & chat with C@H founder, Kat!
Round 9 is sold out!
Ready to see the faces of industry leaders who plan to give you a notebook filled with practical to-dos? Excited to see who’s joining us at WinMock for heartfelt conversations & a few hand-me-the-tissues moments?
Introducing: Our Round 9 Educator Fam!
like you,
they have an Amazon subscription to dry shampoo & Nespresso pods; built their
businesses during late nights, early mornings & weekend-work-days; and work hard to build a brand that propels them forward & sets them apart.
They’ll be sharing their business smarts alongside lots & lots of heart. Our educators aren’t afraid to dig into the hard stuff, and like family, they’ll stick beside you as you work through it!
Our educator fam is around for all 4 days of the conference so you can sit with them over a breakfast pastry, say hi on your way to refill your mid-afternoon coffee and plan to lounge around together at the pajama party.
they have an Amazon subscription
to dry shampoo and Nespresso pods; built their businesses during late nights, early mornings & weekend-work-days; and work hard to build a brand that propels them forward & sets them apart.
They’ll be sharing their business smarts alongside lots & lots of heart. Our educators aren’t afraid to dig into the hard stuff, and like family, they’ll stick beside you as your work through it!
Our educator fam is around for all 4 days of the conference so you can sit with them over a breakfast pastry, say hi on your way to refill your mid-afternoon coffee and plan to lounge around together at the pajama party.
keynote speakers
katelyn james
lara casey
Terri Baskin
Nancy Ray
Shanna Skidmore
Protecting your Passion and your Purpose
How to Make Things Happen
What’s Your Frosting? Finding Ways to Stand Out In a Saturated Market
How to Live Abundantly in a World of Scarcity
Money Motivators
Geomyra Lewis Pollard
Laura Foote
Megan Martin
Abby Grace
Cultivating a well-rounded life + biz with grace, passion and purpose
Magic to be Found
Branding with Heart: Building a Brand that Fulfills Your Heart and Captures Theirs
The Gentle No
breakout educators
Rachel Heckmann
marva goss
Davey & Krista Jones
Kat Schmoyer
Sarajane Case
Self-Care and Entrepreneurship
Consults that Convert
How to Build a Website that Books & Building and Nurturing Your Email List
On The Road To Full Time
Enneagram & Work
Vanessa Kynes
Nancy Ray
Kari Roberts
Lauren Carnes
Yasmine Kashefi
Using Pinterest For Your Creative Business
The Great Balancing Act: Motherhood and Business
How to Prioritize your Day
Communications That Connect: Sales Boosting Strategies Made Simple
Hiring to Scale
Amy Northard
Hope Taylor
Cinnamon Wolfe
Jamie Delaine
Aleia Walker
Accounting for Creatives - Beyond the Basics
Building a Personal Brand: Attracting Ideal Clients + Adding Value With Personal Connection
From Blogging to Booking: Turning your blog into a conversion machine!
Crafting an Exceptional Client Experience
How to Design your Next Sales Funnel with a Whiteboard
Katie newberg
Stephanie Skryzowski
Nicole Miyuki
Jessica Rasdall
Paige Griffith
Process & Systems & Workflows, Oh My!
The Purpose-Driven P&L: Understanding your financials to grow your bottom line AND your impact
Watercolor Brush Lettering
Turn Your Mess into a Message
Performing a Legal Audit on Your Creative Business
Bonnie Bakhtiari
With Grace & Gold
Tyler Herrinton
Laura Foote
Mastermind for Round 9 Educators
Websites That Work: A Step-by-Step Website Workshop
5 Ways to Get Started with Video as a Creative
StrengthsQuest 101
dondrea owens
Know Your Numbers
Alright, y’all. We’ve told you the specifics, given you travel tips & shared with you the Round 9 Educator Fam… up next? Investment details.
Investing in your education is down-right scary. You’re likely asking:
We get it.
We really, really do.
Will I see a return on my investment? What about the other expenses (flight, hotel)? Is it really worth it?!
The truth? Here at Creative at Heart you’re not just getting the fun facts listed on this sales page. You’re getting more.
Sure, you’ll spend 4 days learning from more than 40 educators, get individual attention from a wide variety of industry experts & receive practical education infused with lots of heart.
But more than that you’ll find yourself immersed in a family of over 500 alumni … a family of dreamers, doers & go-getters. A family who knows what it’s like to have big, scary dreams, and who wants nothing more than to see you reach them!
But don’t take it from us ... of course we love it ;) ... here’s all that & more directly from our Alum:
“My life and business have done a 180 since getting connected with others in the C@H Facebook group and through Round 8. I really honestly don’t know how I did this business thing before getting connected with so many amazing women.”
Abigail, Round 8
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“At C@H, I was able to hear from mentors and industry leaders who I've followed on social media and admired for years.”
Amber, Round 8
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“The depth of knowledge the panelists & speakers bring is priceless. From beginning to end we were taught, nurtured & encouraged to do what our hearts are passionate about!”
Jamie & Stacey, Round 6
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“C@H is way more than just a conference to me: it’s a community that I keep coming back to over and over again because it feels like a creative home.”
Caitlin, Round 4 & Round 7
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“After my first round I was given the confidence to grow my business enough to quit my full time job and shoot weddings full time. After my second round, I had a better foundation under my feet for a business that was growing faster than I was prepared for. After my third round, I learned that it was possible to peak, but to continue pushing to find new ways to challenge myself!”
Loren, round 2, Round 5, and round 7
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round 8 sold out in 3 hours...
But the memories will last a lifetime!
Take a peek at conference life on Round 8 memory lane!
round 8 recap
You can be apart of our Round 9 family for just $249*
*with the remaining balance split into 4 equal payments
option 1
$2,199
$1,699
Round 9 is sold out!
option 2
$2,299
$1,799
Round 9 is sold out!
Want the best deal?
Check out Option 2!
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Post-Conference Goal-Setting Masterclass!
It’s time we say goodbye to that post-conference overwhelm!! Join Kat & Round 8 Alum, Lin Pernille Kristensen as we break down specific biz goals for the remainder of 2019 based on what you took away from Round 9! Curated Goal Setting will be a 90 minute masterclass only available to attendees who purchase Option 2. Don’t miss out on this never-been-done-before addition to your C@H experience!
frequently asked questions
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What is the name of the venue?
Is there a payment plan?
Since lodging is not included, where should I stay?
I’d like to room with another attendee. Do you arrange roommates?
I’m not local to NC and will be flying in. Which airport should I use?
Will you be hosting another C@H conference in 2019?
Is this specific to the wedding industry?
I am a part of a husband/wife team; can my husband attend?
I have a business partner; is there a discounted rate for business partners?
What if I’ve been in business less than a year (or it’s not even technically a business yet?)?
What if I’ve been in business 5+ years? Is the content challenging enough for me?
How long will registration be open?
What is not included in registration?
What do I need to bring?
If you’re only hosting one conference in 2019, what else will C@H be doing?
What is the name of the venue?
We can’t wait to host our 9th conference at the beautiful, historic WinMock at Kinderton!
You'll find this venue picture-perfect in every way!!
168 East Kinderton Way
Bermuda Run, NC 27006
Is there a payment plan?
Of course! You can reserve your seat for $249 with the remaining balance split into 4 equal payments.
SINCE LODGING IS NOT INCLUDED, WHERE SHOULD I STAY?
Ready for one giant sleepover?
We've put together a room block closeby and all of those details will be in the Round 9 FB Group! (You can also connect with a roomie, too!)
I’D LIKE TO ROOM WITH ANOTHER ATTENDEE. DO YOU ARRANGE ROOMMATES?
We encourage attendees to room together so you maximize your experience!
Every attendee is placed in a Facebook group; you’re able to connect with other attendees and find one, two or several roomies this way!
I’M NOT LOCAL TO NC AND WILL BE FLYING IN. WHICH AIRPORT SHOULD I USE?
There are three major airports: Raleigh, Charlotte & Greensboro.
Greensboro is the closest to the venue and is an approximate $45 uber ride. We put together a Travel section for you to help answer all of your Q’s regarding airports, lodging & rental cars!
WILL YOU BE HOSTING ANOTHER C@H CONFERENCE IN 2019?
As of right now, Round 9 will be our only in-person experience in 2019!
IS THIS SPECIFIC TO THE WEDDING INDUSTRY?
Being a creative at heart is more than just wedding timelines and off-camera flash. We know you may not believe us (it’s okay - we won’t hold it against you!), so we asked this very question to alumni who aren’t in the wedding industry:
"Attending C@H was one of the best decisions I made for my business in 2016. All of the speakers had so much wisdom to share. After the conference, I was able to take it and apply it directly to my business. I also connected with some amazing creatives from the wedding industry and beyond and I'm still in touch with many of them today. Even if you aren't in the wedding industry, I highly recommend attending C@H!" - Katie Williamsen, Web & Social Media Strategist
"As creative entrepreneurs, there are common threads that we all share - fear of business growth, questions about the core of what we're supposed to be doing, and how the heck do we keep ourselves organized. As a non-wedding industry creative, I was able to attend C@H and gain not only some answers to these questions and concerns, but also share a different perspective with the community in attendance and help others find the same." - Dannie Fountain, Author. Strategist. Educator.
I AM A PART OF A HUSBAND/WIFE TEAM; CAN MY HUSBAND ATTEND?
Absolutely! We have had quite a few husband & wife teams attend. While the conference is geared toward women, we know that attending with your spouse is important! As long as he’s okay with being in the minority, and seeing quite a bit of pink (and tears), he’s more than welcome.
We offer a discounted ticket bundle for business partners; please email us for more details on that! support@creativeatheartconference.com (PS. Matt would love to have a few more guys there!)
I HAVE A BUSINESS PARTNER; IS THERE A DISCOUNTED RATE FOR BUSINESS PARTNERS?
There is!
If you and your business partner would like to attend, please email us to learn more about our discounted bundle!
support@creativeatheartconference.com
WHAT IF I’VE BEEN IN BUSINESS LESS THAN A YEAR (OR IT’S NOT EVEN A BUSINESS YET?)?
This is a new dream for you and you’re likely thinking: “What if I can’t do it? What if I’m not good enough, brave enough, talented enough?” Here you’ll get the confidence you crave to kick that feeling to the curb; you’ll also get the tools you need to create a sustainable, profitable business. Because of Creative at Heart, our alumni have launched their business, left their full-time job and started their own communities in their area! Whether you’ve been in business 1 week or 5 years… you are welcome here!
WHAT IF I’VE BEEN IN BUSINESS 5+ YEARS? IS THE CONTENT CHALLENGING ENOUGH FOR ME?
You’ve been around the block a few times. You’ve been to a few conferences (and maybe you’ve even been to C@H!).
You know the late nights it takes to build a sustainable business, struggle with workaholic tendencies & spend way too much time answering emails. Creative at Heart is for you, too.
Here you’ll be surrounded by women who think like you - women who struggle to close their laptop when their spouse gets home and ask themselves “what’s next for my biz” all the time.
You’ll be surrounded by women ready & willing to take their dream to the next level - whatever level that might be. You’ll hear about the systems needed for continuing growth, the accountability required to get it done & the freeing feeling of saying “Woah! You too?! I thought I was the only one!”
HOW LONG WILL REGISTRATION BE OPEN?
Registration will open January 30 at 8pm EST and our early bird rate will end at February 6 at 11:59pm EST.
Our registration will officially close on March 1 at 11:59pm EST. Last year, all 100 seats were gone in just 3 hours and we do expect tickets to go quickly this year, too!!
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION?
Our goal is to include as much as we possibly can, but there are a few things you're responsible for: - Travel to & from North Carolina - Lodging while in North Carolina - All Dinners (we provide breakfast & lunch Tues-Thurs, as well as snacks throughout the day!)
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
Just yourself! We’ll take care of the rest - we promise!
(We do suggest you bring comfy PJ’s for the Late Night Treat, and your favorite on-brand outfit for headshots! Anything else in that overstuffed suitcase is up to you!)
IF YOU’RE ONLY HOSTING ONE CONFERENCE IN 2019, WHAT ELSE WILL C@H BE DOING?
Oh, we’re so glad you asked!!
We’re currently working on an Alumni-only event (details will be announced in the fall!) and our newest project - Creative 24/7 - will be coming to a laptop near you very soon! ;)
2019 is your year.
You’re saying goodbye to second-guessing & over-thinking.
You’re gonna confidently step into your dreams. And we wanna be cheering you on!
Round 9 is sold out!
hi y'all!
We’re a small but mighty team who saw a need for practical education that not only equips small businesses with tools for growth, but also encourages them toward big dreams. Creative at Heart was founded out of our desire to do just that - the brand, the conference, the mission - is one for the dreamers, doers, movers & shakers in the creative industry.
if the team could be described in
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questions?
Questions? Hesitant? We’d love to help! send us an email or click our live chat box now!
for more information on round 9
please email
info@creativeatheartconference.com
our
fam
01.
We’re so grateful Bethanne is coming back to Round 8 as our official conference photographer!! Not only will she be capturing details of the gorgeous venue & swag, but she’ll also be snapping candids of attendees, educators AND leading headshots. We know you’re going to love getting to know her!
bethanne arthur photography
c@H photographer
02.
Tyler & Ashley have been apart of every single C@H (yep, all nine!) and we can’t image not having them around!! :) They work so hard to capture our experience and record the keynote presentations; we can’t wait for you to get to know them behind the scenes and through their teaching time!
the herrintons
C@H video team
03.
Laura has officially joined the C@H team as our lead designer and we couldn’t do it without her! We love her witty sense of humor & love for our mission. Every pretty IG graphic? It’s allllll her.
paper & honey
C@H lead designer
04.
Rebecca Vann is the girl behind every emoji-filled ‘gram post and we couldn’t be more grateful! She’s such a ray of sunshine & we’re so glad she’ll be BTS at Round 9 sharing all the details online!!
rebecca vann photography
C@H ig coordinator
05.
Christi is jumping on board to share her writing skills with our audience & we know she’ll be sure to dot every i and cross every t. She’s already making sure Kat’s grammar stays in line! ;)
Christi Elizabeth Photography
C@H copywriter
06.
Our team of three couldn’t do it without our volunteers! We’re so grateful for the ladies who pour back into the attendees & are excited to be bringing a group of amazing volunteers with us in June!
give them a hug, y'all!
C@H alumni volunteers
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From swag bag details to gorgeous rental pieces, our sponsors know how to love on our attendees!! We can’t wait to open up applications on February 22 for Round 9 sponsors!
