Spring Social 2026: The Business Of Aesthetics
Join us in this gorgeous gallery space in Lower Manhattan for an evening designed for connection, learning and growth.
Spring Social NYC is a curated after hours experience for women building brands through media, marketing and content creation.
This year's theme is : The Business of Aesthetics
In a world where content is king, you know you have to make it, your brand needs to be visible and you have to show up consistently but what happens when you're showing up and the return isn't quite matching the effort.
That’s the gap this evening was designed to close.
This is for women who are creating, showing up, and building visibility, but ready to finally turn that attention into paid opportunities.
This isn’t another “grow your audience” conversation.
It’s about what actually sits between visibility and income + how to close that gap.
✦ WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE
📸 Professional Headshot Station
A fully styled editorial headshot set (not a photo booth). One professionally edited image included—content you can actually use for LinkedIn, your site, or press.
🎙 Fireside Panel: The Business of Aesthetics
A moderated conversation on what it actually takes to turn visibility into outcomes—clients, revenue, brand deals, and partnerships.
Panel runs 6:30–7:15 PM.
🌿 The Bouquet Bar
A Spring Social signature. Build your own take-home arrangement with stems labeled by theme—Intention. Vision. Revenue. Strategy. Growth.
🤝 Curated connections (not random networking)
This is not small talk. Expect intentional connection with people who are actively building. Specified name tags so you can easily find new connections and collaborators.
🥂 A designed environment
Complimentary welcome drink or mocktail in a fully styled space — green velvet, florals, warm lighting. A room that truly reflects the people inside it.
🎁 Curated swag bag
A take-home bag featuring founder-friendly products. Valued at $100+.
✦ THE PANEL
The aesthetic is there. The content is going out.
So why isn’t it converting?
This conversation breaks down what actually sits between attention and revenue.
These are founders actively turning visibility into revenue through brand deals, clients, and scalable offers.
You’re not just hearing their stories, you’re understanding how they think about monetization and structure.
Panelists:
Kameron Buckner
Lawyer, content creator, and Founder of Social Docket—an AI-powered platform supporting creators with contracts, negotiations, and brand partnerships.
Brittany Lo
Founder & CEO of Beia and Beautini. A seasoned entrepreneur who has built brands rooted in both aesthetics and sustainable business strategy.
Tonya Mas
Creative marketing consultant and founder of MAS Space. She works with artists and brands at the intersection of creative direction and business strategy. She understands what it actually takes to make beautiful work convert.
Yiting Liu
Founder of Vibes, an AI-powered platform shaping the future of visual experiences in live entertainment. She has led immersive technology initiatives for Disney, ESPN, Citibank, and Comcast, creating interactive experiences that have reached 90,000+ users.
✦ THIS EXPERIENCE WAS DESIGNED FOR:
– You’re posting consistently but not seeing consistent income yet
– You know your work is good, but you’re unsure how to position or sell yourself
– You’re ready to stop guessing and start treating your content like a revenue stream
– You’re building a brand and looking for real systems and structure
✦ WHAT YOU WALK AWAY WITH
— A professionally edited editorial headshot ready for your website, LinkedIn, press kit, and next pitch deck
— Clarity on the gap between where your brand is and where it needs to be — and exactly what's missing for you
— A sharper understanding of how to turn your creative skills into consistent paid opportunities — brand deals, clients, partnerships, and revenue
— The language to talk about what you do and what you offer with confidence and precision
— Knowledge of what brands and clients are actually looking for when they choose who to work with
— A stronger sense of how technology and AI are changing the creative economy — and how to stay ahead of it instead of falling behind
— At least one meaningful connection — a potential collaborator, client, accountability partner, or future business relationship
✦ THE DETAILS
📅 Thursday, May 14, 2026
🕔 Doors open: 5:00 PM (VIP) · 5:30 PM (GA)
🎙 Panel: 6:30–7:15 PM
🏁 Event ends: 8:00 PM
📍 155 Suffolk St, Lower East Side, NYC
Only 100 total spots available.
This event will sell out.
✦ FAQ
What should I wear?
Elevated and intentional. You’ll be in a highly photographable space and receiving a professional headshot.
When will I receive my headshot?
Within 7–10 business days after the event.
Is there parking nearby?
Street parking is available. Subway access nearby: Delancey St and Essex St.
What is the refund policy?
Tickets are non-refundable but transferable.
Who is this event for?
Creative entrepreneurs, founders, and creators building brands at the intersection of aesthetics and business.
Is this event open to men?
The experience is designed with women in mind. Male allies are welcome.