Where Money Meets Meaning: Inside the WOMAN Financial Literacy Event
For our third WOMAN gathering, we brought women together for a morning rooted in connection, conversation, and clarity - centered on a topic that's often avoided, misunderstood, or made to feel intimidating: money.
Hosted at Blackbird Collection, this women's financial literacy event in Kansas City was designed to open up an honest dialogue around wealth, value, investing, and financial independence, reframing money not as a measure of status, but as a tool for financial empowerment, freedom, and self-trust.
Why Financial Literacy Matters for Women
Because wealth isn’t just about numbers.
It’s about knowing your worth.
A Panel of Women Building, Investing, and Leading with Intention
Meet the Panelists
At the heart of the morning was a powerful panel discussion featuring Grace Arnold, Paige Fowler, Shannon Wooten, Jordan Louis, and Jordin Johnson - women entrepreneurs and business owners who are actively building businesses, making strategic financial decisions, and redefining success on their own terms.
The conversation centered on what it actually looks like to build as a woman, beyond the highlight reel.
Key Discussion Topics
Topics ranged from:
- Starting and scaling a small business
- Navigating risk, investment, and long-term financial planning
- Building financial confidence and wealth literacy without having all the answers
- Letting go of shame around “not knowing” and learning as you go
- Defining success in ways that feel aligned, not inherited
Permission to Start Where You Are
Rather than offering rigid formulas, the panel emphasized accessibility, curiosity, and permission.
Permission to ask questions, to start where you are, and to build financial literacy and investment knowledge over time.
Building Community Through Honest Financial Conversations
What made the morning especially meaningful was the openness in the room. The dialogue felt approachable, supportive, and real - a reflection of the WOMAN mission to create community-driven spaces for women in Kansas City where women can learn from one another without judgment.
The Experience: Event Highlights and Partnerships
Guests enjoyed coffee from Repetition Coffee, pastries from French Market, a photo booth activation by Aura, a special gift, and 15% off the Blackbird Collection. The morning also featured on-site custom-fit fine jewelry appointments with LINK x LOU, offering a tactile reminder that intentional investment can be both meaningful and personal.
WOMAN, In Practice: Empowering Women in KC and Beyond
This event was a reflection of what WOMAN stands for - financial education and women's empowerment rooted in real life, community-driven conversations, and women supporting women through every phase of growth.
Looking Forward: Future WOMAN Events
As WOMAN continues to evolve, so does our commitment to creating meaningful women's networking and educational events that feel empowering, intentional, and deeply human.
Join us for future financial literacy workshops and women's community gatherings in Kansas City. Check out upcoming WOMAN events, learn more about the WOMAN movement, and follow @womanbyblackbird on Instagram for event updates and inspiration. We're just getting started.
About Blackbird Collection
A consciously curated lifestyle brand, Blackbird Collection blends sustainable fashion with thoughtfully selected luxe interiors, offering timeless pieces that embody quiet luxury. Founded by Amy Appleton Dreyer, the concept honors her Sicilian heritage and passion for exploration while championing sustainability and intentional living. With a mix of international designers, vintage finds, and small-batch brands, Blackbird invites you to experience sustainable fashion and luxury interiors in Kansas City.
Visit Us
122 Southwest Blvd,
Kansas City, MO 64108
Open Wed - Sat
11 AM - 6 PM
Frequently Asked Questions About WOMAN Events
What is WOMAN?
WOMAN is a community-driven event series hosted by Blackbird Collection, designed to create meaningful spaces for women to connect, learn, and grow through intentional conversations on topics like financial literacy, wellness, and empowerment.
How can I attend future WOMAN events?
Follow @shopblackbirdcollection and @womanbyblackbird on Instagram, or sign up for the newsletter at blackbirdcollection.com to stay updated on upcoming WOMAN gatherings and events.
Are WOMAN events only about financial literacy?
No - while this gathering focused on financial literacy, WOMAN events cover a range of topics centered on education, community, and personal growth. Each event is designed to foster honest dialogue and support among women.
Where are WOMAN events held?
WOMAN events are hosted at Blackbird Collection, located at 122 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108.
Can I bring a guest to WOMAN events?
Yes! WOMAN events welcome all women looking to connect and learn in a supportive environment. Check event details for any capacity limits or RSVP requirements.
What can I expect at a WOMAN event?
Each event features thoughtfully curated programming - such as panel discussions, workshops, or conversations with industry leaders - along with coffee, light refreshments, exclusive shopping discounts, and opportunities to connect with like-minded women.