Grind Pretty Fest 2026 Guide

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Grind Pretty Fest
Atlanta 2026

Saturday · June 6
Westside Cultural Arts Center · 760 10th Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Theme: Y2K
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01 — The Experience

What to Expect

A one-day Atlanta takeover of power panels, performances, marketplace energy, and community — built for the woman moving culture forward.

Power Panels

Industry leaders on wealth, beauty, influence, and wellness.

Live Performances

DJs and special guest moments throughout the day.

Pink Carpet

Arrivals, honoree recognition, and unforgettable photo moments.

Curated Marketplace

Shop Black- and women-owned brands all day long.

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02 — Thank You To

Our Sponsors

This experience is powered by the brands investing in women's wealth, wellness, and culture. More partners announcing soon.

Silver Sponsor
Bronze Sponsor
Community Sponsor

Interested in sponsoring? Email hello@grindpretty.com

03 — The Run of Show

Full Schedule

Saturday

June 6 · One Day Only
12:30 – 1:30 PM

Doors Open · Marketplace Experience

Sounds by DJ Dapper Diva. Step in, shop the vendors, and connect with the community.

1:30 – 1:35 PM

Welcome

1:35 – 2:00 PM

Media in an AI Evolution

  • Dr. Rashae Barnes — CEO, Evals Equity & Barnes Media Group
  • Desiree Talley — Legal, Revolt
  • Brittany Benson — Branding Bar
  • Janee Bolden
2:00 – 2:25 PM

The Pressure to Perform

  • Amber Dee — Founder, Black Female Therapists
  • Kourtni Miller — On Purpose Lifestyle
  • Danielle Mills Walden — Author & Former Pro Tennis Player
  • India Woods — CEO & Founder, PHerfectly Balanced
2:25 – 3:00 PM

Power of the Pivot

  • Tie Cooper — HR Executive & Confidence Curator
  • Alexis Kerr — Marketing Exec; Founder & CEO, Shining Diamond Media
  • Mimi Johnson — Comms & Marketing Leader; CEO, Grind Pretty
  • Cris Cavallari — Creative Director; Founder, @shop.iccon
3:00 – 3:30 PM

Break

Refresh, refuel, and work the room.

3:30 – 3:40 PM

Pitch Competition + Grind For Good Video

3:40 – 4:00 PM

Grind Pretty Honorees

Award recognition and celebration moments.

4:00 – 7:00 PM

Y2K Party

Performances by Nivea & Jazzy Tha Rapper. On the decks: DJ Reese and DJ Princess Cut.

04 — Class of 2026

Grind Pretty Honorees

Celebrating the women redefining culture, sport, beauty, and business.

Honoree

Morgan DeBaun

Founder & CEO of Blavity — leading media and tech platform for Black culture and entrepreneurs.
Honoree

Jai Ferrell

CEO of Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta and advocate for leadership development and community impact.
Honoree

Leticia Gardner

Lifestyle influencer and Founder of Dynamic 3 Medspa.
Honoree

Nivea

Grammy-nominated R&B artist with timeless hits that defined an era.
Honoree

Britni Ricard

Founder & CEO of COTA SKIN — an innovative skincare brand rooted in science, self-care, and inclusivity.
Honoree

Cicley Gay

CEO of The Amplifiers, Chair of the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation, and Founder of BLM Sports.
05 — After the Panels

The Y2K Party

The night belongs to us. Live performances, the city's hottest DJs, and a soundtrack pulled straight from the millennium.

Saturday Night

Y2K Party

4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Performances
  • Nivea
  • Jazzy Tha Rapper
On the Decks
  • DJ Reese
  • DJ Princess Cut
06 — The Marketplace

Vendors

Shop a curated collection of Atlanta's best beauty, wellness, lifestyle, and culinary brands all day long.

Grind Pretty 40 & East PHerfectly Balanced A Rai Of Sunshine LLC Yessheblogs Intriguing Hair AprilHeartsArt Pretty Stylez Just Jaiwear Sweet Treats Nadora Iman A Queen's Tea Party Beauty H20 Nikki Butter & Etc WorthyMeals4U

Want to vend? Email hello@grindpretty.com

07 — Pay It Forward

Mentorship & Impact

Grind Pretty Fest is powered in part by Grind For Good, our nonprofit arm dedicated to providing grants and mentorship for women entrepreneurs turning vision into legacy.

Grind For Good

"Every woman deserves the capital, community, and coaching to scale what she's built."

09 — The Fit

Dress Code

Y2K, baby. Think low-rise denim, baby tees, butterfly clips, rhinestone everything, frosted gloss, metallic sets, juicy tracksuits, and that early-2000s pop-star shine. Come iconic.

Style Inspo

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10 — Find Us

Location

Westside Cultural Arts Center

760 10th Street NW · Atlanta, GA 30318
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