Harmony Dust

Keynote Speaker

Harmony Dust is a survivor of exploitation turned UCLA Alumna of The Year and founder of Treasures, a pioneering survivor-led nonprofit. She’s the author of Scars and Stilettos, a memoir detailing her journey of abuse and exploitation to healing and advocacy. Harmony is a sought-after speaker and media voice on overcoming trauma, breaking free from toxic relationships, and the realities of trafficking in today’s world.

Ashley West

M.C./Event Host

Ashley West, better known as Southernwest Sunshine, is a Dallas-Fort Worth-based beauty and lifestyle tastemaker that’s best known for her voluminous hair and bigger than life persona. When she isn’t sharing her beauty secrets, she’s sharing everyday life and showing the beauty of the mundane. Ashley aims to create a special space on the Internet for all- where you feel seen, loved, and appreciated (and hopefully, make you laugh a little too). When she isn’t creating content, she’s taking care of her 2 kids, 2 cats, 1 dog and living her best married life. Ashley attributes her success to her faith and love for Jesus. It is a pleasure and honor to be able to partner with The Net for this special event. 

Media Sponsors

Tiffany Blackmon

Tiffany Blackmon is a chef, author, podcast host, and lifestyle curator sharing fashion, wellness, and recipes for every age! A seasoned lifestyle influencer in her 60’s, Tiffany shares her passion for fashion, fitness, food, philanthropy, and healthy living with her audience through a seamless blend of lifestyle content.

Oh, and if you love real, unfiltered conversations? Tune into her podcast, My So-Called Fabulous, where she sit down with incredible guests to chat about food, fashion, wellness, and the moments that shape us.

You can find Tiffany online on her website and on instagram.

Katey McFarlan Hellman

Katey McFarlan Hellman is a Fort Worth- based blogger who has been creating content since 2013. Her work centers around home and fashion, while authentically sharing her faith online. With a heart for platforming small businesses in her city, she also partners with global brands on product launches, and design collaborations.

Katey and her husband, Paul, have three children- her most important and cherished role. She is passionate about investing in the city of Fort Worth, has served alongside The Net for many years, and is especially devoted to The Worthy Co.

You can find Katey online on her blog and on instagram.