Finally, a leadership gathering that understands women want real connection and depth, not just another professional mixer.
Where Leadership Meets Faith & Authentic Community​
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You can find plenty of places to network, exchange business cards, and grow your professional connections. But how often do you find a space where you can refine leadership skills, deepen your faith, and connect with women who understand the intersection of both?
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Too often, conversations about leadership focus on what we do, while conversations about faith leave little room to explore the realities of work and leadership. Women need spaces where these parts of life aren't separated, but brought together.
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Flourish is a seasonal gathering for women leaders designed to help you grow in faith, develop practical leadership skills, and experience meaningful community with like-minded women. You'll gain fresh perspective and leave equipped to lead where God has placed you.
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Flourish is brought to you by Cornerstone for Women Leaders and Young Consulting Services. Together, we have created a space where leadership, faith, and community intersect.
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What makes Flourish special:
Engage with a supportive community of women leaders across industries to share experiences and encouragement.
Learn strategies and leadership skills you can immediately apply in your professional and personal life.
Through sound teaching, learn how to live out your faith, use your gifts, and serve God's purposes in the workplace.
Networking and community-building among peers, while enjoying light refreshments and signature drinks.
The Flourish Experience
EACH SEASON. A NEW THEME. LASTING COMMUNITY.
From courage to creativity to excellence, each Flourish gathering creates space for women to grow together.
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THEME
Biblical Excellence​
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How do we distinguish between God’s definition of excellence and the standards we place on ourselves? Together, we’ll look to Scripture and our own stories to rediscover the joy of pursuing excellence that is simple, faithful, and centered on Christ.​​​
SPEAKER
Haleigh Swansen
Sight & Sound
Frederick, MD
November 12, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
THEME
Creativity as a Calling​
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You were created by a Creator, and you were created to create. Whether through ideas, problem-solving, relationships, or the work of our hands, creativity is woven into how we reflect God. This theme invites us to see our creative gifts differently, not simply as talents, but as opportunities to partner with God.​​
SPEAKERS
Sandra Lima Argo & Michelle Goldshlag
Museum of the Bible
Frederick, MD
May 21, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
THEME
Courageous Leadership​
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Courage doesn’t mean the absence of fear. It means choosing to move forward in spite of it. Through the real stories of women leaders across industries, we’ll explore what courageous leadership looks like in practice and how we can become women who lead with conviction, resilience, and faith when it matters most.​​
SPEAKERS
Mary Davis Holt, Dr. Nicole Davis, & Sandra Hofmeister
Frederick, MD
November 13, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
TOGETHER. WE MAKE AN IMPACT.
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Empowering Women.
Transforming Lives.
We are honored to partner with Faith House at the Frederick Rescue Mission to support women survivors of trauma, substance abuse, and homelessness.
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10% of every ticket sold is donated to support their workforce development programs.
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When you attend Flourish, you're not just investing in yourself, you're investing in another sister's future.
