Women's Empowerment Weekend Mastermind

The weekend begins on the Georgetown waterfront with our signature Women's Empowerment Opening Mastermind. Join an inspiring lineup of accomplished women entrepreneurs, executives, technologists, business leaders, government contractors, investors, and innovators for an evening of powerful conversations and meaningful connections. Featured conversations: Women in Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technology · Women Entrepreneurs & Founders · Government Contracting & Business Development · Building & Scaling Companies · Investing & Building Wealth · Leadership & Executive Development · Real Estate & Financial Independence · Personal Branding & Influence. The evening features a large women's leadership panel followed by high-level networking with founders, professionals, investors, executives, and entrepreneurs from across the DMV.

Keynote Speaker

6:30 PM

Mekhla Na'vi Jordan

Ms. Universe Globe 2025 · Cybersecurity Consultant · Casting Director, Konnex Talent

Mekhla Jordan is an internationally recognized pageant titleholder, luxury model, Human Rights Ambassador, cybersecurity consultant, and entrepreneur. As Ms. Universe Globe 2025, she embodies elegance, confidence, and purpose, inspiring women to lead with grace and authenticity. Beyond the runway, she is a passionate advocate for human rights, women's empowerment, education, disability inclusion, and financial freedom.

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Keynote Speaker

7:15 PM

Ja'el Thomas

Co-Founder, Eminent Estates · Co-Founder, Wanzer Family Office

Entrepreneur and real estate leader helping high earners turn paychecks into passive portfolios through income-producing real estate. With $25M+ in assets and 25+ deals closed, Ja'el focuses on assisted living, master lease portfolios, and creative finance across MD, VA, DC, GA, and TX. Half of the Eminent Estates mother-daughter duo.

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Keynote Speaker

8:00 PM

Stacey Thomas

Co-Founder, Eminent Estates · Founder, ST Investments VIP

Entrepreneur, real estate investor, and private money lending expert with $25M+ in assets under management. Regional Leader in Pace Morby's nationwide Subto community and a trusted connector between capital and opportunity across commercial, residential, and multi-family real estate. Half of the Eminent Estates mother-daughter duo.

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After the mastermind, continue the celebration at Decades for our Women's Empowerment VIP After-Party. Join attendees for a curated women's table experience, music, dancing, cocktails, and late-night networking.

Keynote Speaker

Remy Saad

Host Partner · General Manager, Decades DC

Remy Saad is a seasoned hospitality and business leader with nearly 20 years of experience driving operational excellence, revenue growth, and high-performing teams. As General Manager of Decades in Washington, DC, he is recognized for creating exceptional guest experiences and leading successful, fast-paced operations.

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Saturday begins steps from Camden Yards with an intimate Women Entrepreneurs Lunch Mastermind. Continue the conversations from Friday in a smaller setting focused on practical strategies and relationship building. Themes: Women in AI · Entrepreneurship · Building & Scaling Businesses · Government Contracting · Technology & Innovation · Investing & Wealth Creation · Founder Challenges & Opportunities · Strategic Partnerships · Leadership & Mentorship. Meet fellow founders, professionals, investors, executives, and emerging entrepreneurs before walking together to Camden Yards for the weekend's signature experience.

Keynote Speaker

1:30 PM

Stacey Thomas

Co-Founder, Eminent Estates · Founder, ST Investments VIP

Entrepreneur, real estate investor, and private money lending expert with $25M+ in assets under management. A trusted connector between capital and opportunity across commercial, residential, and multi-family real estate.

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Keynote Speaker

2:30 PM

Caleb Fleming Thornton

Founder, Seed2Table

Caleb Fleming Thornton is a serial entrepreneur and startup ecosystem builder dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and innovative ideas. Through Seed2Table he creates opportunities that help founders collaborate, secure investment, and scale.

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One of the signature experiences of Women's Empowerment Weekend. After Saturday's mastermind, our group heads together to Camden Yards for the Baltimore Orioles vs. Milwaukee Brewers. This isn't just a baseball game — it's an opportunity to build relationships outside the traditional conference environment while enjoying one of Baltimore's most iconic experiences together. Game timing is subject to MLB scheduling and the actual duration of play.

Keynote Speaker

4:00 PM

Tony Holland

Founder & CEO, Global Premier Benefits · Managing Partner, Integrity Marketing Group · Baltimore Orioles Minority Owner

Tony Holland is an entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. After overcoming childhood poverty, abuse, and homelessness, he pivoted from a pre-medicine path at Johns Hopkins into insurance — co-founding Holland Insurance Group in 2000 and Global Premier Benefits in 2009. He scaled the company into a nationwide Medicare solutions provider across 30+ states before its acquisition by Integrity in 2022. Holland also owns three AI companies and two private equity partnerships, and in 2025 joined the minority ownership group of the Baltimore Orioles. Guided by faith and mentorship, he lives in Maryland with his wife, Kathy, and their three children, coaching youth championship football and supporting philanthropic initiatives.

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Saturday concludes high above Baltimore's Inner Harbor at The Bygone. Join fellow attendees for an elegant late-night Women's Empowerment experience featuring breathtaking Baltimore views, cocktails, conversation, celebration, and relationship building — an opportunity to reconnect with the women you met throughout the weekend and turn introductions into meaningful relationships.

Sunday begins with an energetic Women's Empowerment Brunch experience in Tysons Corner. Relax, reconnect, celebrate, and continue building relationships with women from throughout the weekend. The brunch combines networking, music, conversation, food, and celebration with opportunities to discuss entrepreneurship, investing, business, technology, personal growth, and what's next.