In September of 2016, I created my first conference and called it BLOOM (By Loving On Ourselves More, we BLOOM) because I realized that, as my daughter was slowly recovering, it was my time to bloom again. I find the most joy being with my family and close friends, especially when we're on vacations and away from it all. Over the years, I've attended many wonderful women's conferences across the country that felt like a mini-vacation where I've walked away feeling like a whole new person, ready to take on the world. I came back to reality REFRESHED.

I was celebrated, inspired, motivated and given time to relax for a few days...I was able to take care of ME. Can I get an AMEN?!

At the first event (Portland 2017), over 200 women came from 15 states and Canada to TAKE CARE OF THEMSELVES and it was all I had hoped for! It’s now 2024 and 5 conferences, 15 pop-ups and a spa retreat and 9 cities later - with women coming from a combined 34 states. These events are my way of helping all women across the nation come together with their closest friends to share that same wonderful experience. Hearing from speakers who share their journeys helps our guests feel connected to community—it reminds us that we aren’t alone.

As the years have evolved, so have I and so has BLOOM mom tribe. I have loved sharing stories of other women so much, moms especially, that I hosted a weekly lunch + listen on Instagram for a year and then took it a step further to launch my podcast, Mama’s Gotta BLOOM. During this time, I once again stood helpless alongside our daughter as she suffered from an eating disorder and anxiety due to effects from the Lyme disease. Watching her resilience through so much adversity has been a learning lesson for me. Unfortunately, I’ve had to put that to use as an unexpected widow. My world flipped upside down in March of 2021 when my husband died in a skiing accident, but the one thing that has been a constant source of happiness is BLOOM - thank you for being here with me and cheering me on as I continue to grow and BLOOM.

This, my friends, is BLOOM.... XO Kelsy

Founded in 2016

BLOOM mom tribe is a platform that connects moms and their friends, mom groups and communities of women from all over, allowing them to support and empower each other! Our podcast, Mama’s Gotta BLOOM, was launched in 2019 so that we could spotlight women and share their stories, their brand or business, their parenting journeys and all that motherhood encompasses. We also create local events, as well as our annual getaway in a different destination city each year. Our annual BLOOM conference is designed to create an unforgettable weekend for women that gives them the opportunity to travel and explore beautiful cities, meet and connect with other like-minded ladies and to be celebrated, inspired and motivated. Past conference presenters include comedy duo #IMOMSOHARD, Internet sensation Kristina Kuzmic, Author Samantha Ettus and many more. Our speakers - who are trailblazers in their industry and include doctors, CEOs, bloggers, authors, entrepreneurs and more - are handpicked to share their stories, struggles and successes with our guests.

You are sure to leave our events encouraged, empowered and with a fresh outlook. A BLOOM comference combines speakers who are inspirational, FUNNY and who share life-changing knowledge that leaves everyone with an experience they can not stop talking about. Can’t wait to see you there!