Power, Purpose & Podcasts: Emma Grede Hosts an Intimate Night of Women Who Rule

When Emma Grede—the unstoppable force behind Good American, SKIMS, and now, her new podcast Aspire—hosts an event, you know it’s going to be a masterclass in ambition, sisterhood, and style. Last night in Atlanta, she proved just that, gathering an electric mix of female power players for a dinner that felt equal parts boardroom brainstorm and celebratory soirée.

A Guest List That Redefined Influence

The room was a who’s who of women rewriting the rules in their industries. From entertainment to entrepreneurship, every seat was filled with a trailblazer:

• Kandi Burruss (the ultimate multihyphenate)
• Crystal Renee (business maven)
• B. Simone, Jess Hilarious, and Pretty Vee (comedy royalty)
• Marsai Martin (Hollywood’s youngest exec producer)
• Jayda Cheaves (beauty and fashion phenom)

The energy? Pure magic. Laughter mixed with real talk about scaling businesses, breaking barriers, and staying true to your vision—no topic was off-limits.

The Vibe: Luxe, Intimate & Unapologetically Ambitious

Candlelit tables, sleek floral arrangements, and the hum of champagne toasts set the scene for a night where connections ran deeper than just networking. Emma, ever the visionary, designed an atmosphere that felt like a dinner party among equals—where moguls, creatives, and rising stars could swap stories without pretense.

For the occasion, I opted for a Dolce & Gabbana black blazer dress—sharp, structured, and subtly sexy with sheer tights and Louboutin pumps. Because when you’re in a room full of women who do the work, your outfit should match that energy.

Why This Podcast (And This Night) Matter

Aspire isn’t just another interview show—it’s a platform for the kind of conversations women are hungry for. The kind we were having over dessert: real talk about funding, failures, and staying fierce in male-dominated spaces. If the podcast captures even a fraction of the night’s inspiration, listeners are in for a masterclass.

The Takeaway? Keep Building—Together

As the evening wrapped, one thing was clear: success is sweeter when shared. Emma didn’t just launch a podcast; she reinforced what happens when women elevate each other—bigger ideas, bolder moves, and a legacy that outlasts any single industry.

Welcome to the era of Aspire—we’ll be listening.