Driving Intentions: How Heels and Handshakes Start 2026 with Clarity, Connection, and Confidence
On January 8th, Heels and Handshakes welcomed high-achieving women to Topgolf Nashville for its first 2026 meeting, Driving Intentions: Tee Up Your 2026 Vision.
The evening’s keynote speaker, Allie Williamson, founder and CEO of Southern Domestic Diva, shared her inspiring journey from humble beginnings in Southwest Mississippi to leading a multi-million-dollar cleaning and lifestyle company operating in Mississippi and Nashville, Tennessee.
Allie’s story emphasizes resilience, discipline, and intentionality. After navigating challenges in her early career and even being let go from jobs, she channeled her entrepreneurial spirit into creating a company rooted in her family values, work ethic, and Southern traditions. Her journey exemplifies how clarity amidst chaos can transform both personal life and business.
Finding Clarity in Chaos: Diva Style
Allie highlighted four key strategies for maintaining clarity and focus in both work and life:
Clean and Intentional Space:
A cluttered home or workspace raises stress levels and mental fatigue. Establishing routines for organization and tidiness creates a foundation for clear thinking.Routines Bridge Intention and Results:
Morning rituals, calendar blocks, and intentional planning reduce decision fatigue and empower women to start the day with energy and purpose.Connection Matters:
Building intentional relationships and scheduling recurring meetups ensures social health and emotional support. Networking with fellow high achievers can lead to opportunities and meaningful collaborations.Rest is a Strategy, Not Laziness:
Incorporating downtime, such as a monthly “John Lennon Day” or short mental breaks, protects health and prevents burnout, supporting sustained productivity and creativity.
Allie’s practical advice reminded attendees that clarity creates confidence, and confidence drives success.
Heels and Handshakes isn’t just a networking group—it’s a community of high achievers committed to growth, collaboration, and empowerment. By surrounding yourself with women who actively create opportunities, you not only gain valuable skills but also a support system that helps you reach revenue goals, build visibility, and find your unique path to success.
Whether you’re a business owner, professional, or entrepreneur, attending these events ensures:
Thought leadership insights
Hands-on skill-building workshops
Meaningful networking opportunities
Access to sponsorships, partnerships, and collaboration
The mantra of Heels and Handshakes says it best: “Surround yourself with women who would drop your name in a room full of opportunities.”
Thank you to Topgolf Nashville for hosting and Diana Marie Photography for beautifully capturing the night.
If you missed this event, we’d love to have you at the next one — Heels and Handshakes Annual Galentine’s Luncheon, checkout more details here. Stay updated on upcoming Nashville gatherings, workshops, and opportunities designed to elevate women in business by joining our mailing list or following us on social media. All our monthly events are listed here.
We cannot wait to see you there, connect, and celebrate the amazing women shaping Nashville’s business community! ✨