Join us for a TRANSFORMATIONAL
JOURNEY at the
STAND UP!
Authors Revival & Awards
Celebrating Stories, Resilience, and Triumphs
October 3-5, 2025
Embassy Suites | Charlotte, NC
Join us for a TRANSFORMATIONAL JOURNEY at the
STAND UP!
Authors Revival & Awards
Celebrating Stories, Resilience, and Triumphs
October 3-5, 2025
Embassy Suites | Charlotte, NC
The STAND UP! Authors Revival & Awards Event is the #1 conference in the nation for emerging nonfiction authors, visionary leaders, and healers.
The Authors Revival is a transformational experience where visionary leaders and authors reestablish their brand authority, elevate their platforms, and reposition themselves for greater impact through strategic Power Moves. Through keynote sessions, networking, and a pitch contest, we empower attendees to take bold Power Moves that will propel their purpose and projects forward.
The 2025 Conference will:
Inspire authors and leaders to realign their relationships—spiritually, personally, and professionally—to achieve greater success.
Equip attendees with the tools and resources needed to thrive in their writing, business, and leadership journeys.
Celebrate the resilience and contributions of visionary leaders through awards and recognition.
Provide a platform for authors and leaders to pitch their next big idea and funding and exposure to move projects forward.
Honor and uplift divine partnerships by recognizing one Power Couple and acknowledging the men who consistently support women in their leadership and authorship endeavors.
This event is designed to be more than just a conference—it’s a revival, a movement, and a launching pad for visionary leaders ready to make Power Moves!
Inspire authors and leaders to realign their relationships—spiritually, personally, and professionally—to achieve greater success.
Equip attendees with the tools and resources needed to thrive in their writing, business, and leadership journeys.
Celebrate the resilience and contributions of visionary leaders through awards and recognition.
Provide a platform for authors and leaders to pitch their next big idea and funding and exposure to move projects forward.
Honor and uplift divine partnerships by recognizing one Power Couple and acknowledging the men who consistently support women in their leadership and authorship endeavors.
This event is designed to be more than just a conference—it’s a revival, a movement, and a launching pad for visionary leaders ready to make Power Moves!
Come and Experience:
Empowering Workshops: Engage in thought-provoking workshops designed to equip authors with the tools to navigate the world of nonfiction writing, publishing, and storytelling.
Inspiring Discussions: Participate in insightful discussions led by influential voices in the literary world, tackling subjects such as the role of authors in societal change, the power of storytelling in healing, and strategies for uprooting generational trauma through
storytelling.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow authors, industry professionals, and like-minded individuals.
Awards Ceremony: Witness the recognition of outstanding authors who have made significant contributions to the world of nonfiction and storytelling.
Special Guests: Experience the presence of distinguished special guests who will add an extra layer of prestige to the event.
Transformational Experience: Immerse yourself in a truly transformative experience that goes beyond the traditional author event.
Community Building: Be part of a community committed to elevating the voices of Resilient Black Women.
Come and Experience:
Empowering Workshops: Engage in thought-provoking workshops designed to equip authors with the tools to navigate the world of nonfiction writing, publishing, and storytelling.
Inspiring Discussions: Participate in insightful discussions led by influential voices in the literary world, tackling subjects such as the role of authors in societal change, the power of storytelling in healing, and strategies for uprooting generational trauma through storytelling.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow authors, industry professionals, and like-minded individuals.
Awards Ceremony: Witness the recognition of outstanding authors who have made significant contributions to the world of nonfiction and storytelling.
Special Guests: Experience the presence of distinguished special guests who will add an extra layer of prestige to the event.
Transformational Experience: Immerse yourself in a truly transformative experience that goes beyond the traditional author event.
Community Building: Be part of a community committed to elevating the voices of Resilient Black Women.
Level Up Pass
$697
Early Bird: $497
Includes:
Access to all general sessions & workshops
Access to Award Ceremony
Entry to the Power Move Pitch Contest (as an audience member)
Networking opportunities with authors & leaders
Event program & conference materials
BEST VALUE!
Game Changer VIP Pass
$897
Early Bird: $697
Includes Everything in Level Up PLUS:
Priority check-in and reserved seating
Exclusive VIP Networking Mixer with speakers
VIP swag bag
LIMITED TO 10 GUESTS ONLY
Power Player Elite All-Access
$1397
Early Bird: $1197
Includes Everything in VIP PLUS:
Private Dinner & Power Circle with keynote speakers & industry experts
One-on-one coaching session with a featured speaker
Automatic Entry into the Power Moves Pitch Contest
One professional makeup service with talented makeup artist
Professional headshot session during the event
Exclusive Elite Gift
Power Couple Ticket
$1497
For visionary couples attending together. This ticket is designed for couples who want to elevate their partnership together!
Includes for BOTH Attendees:
Full 3-day conference access (all sessions, panels, and networking)
Exclusive “Power Moves” Couples
Mastermind Session (Special session for couples in divine partnership)
VIP Seating at all sessions & the Awards Gala
Access to the Power Moves Pitch Contest (as audience members)
Power Couple Recognition in the Event Program
VIP Swag Bag for Each Partner
Professional Couples Photo at the Event
Invitation to the Private VIP Networking Mixer
BONUS: First 5 Power Couples to register receive a special commemorative gift!
Awards Ceremony Only
$150
For guest attending just the award show (October 4, 2025)
Highlights:
Authors Awards: Celebrating the anthology's contributors, sharing personal journeys of triumph and resilience.
Special Honors: Recognizing community leaders, authors, and notable figures who have made significant impacts.
Lifetime Achievement Awards: Paying homage to individuals with long-standing contributions and lasting legacies.
Includes:
Entry to the Black-Tie Awards Show
Dinner & entertainment
Celebration of honorees
Plated Dinner: Savor a delightful plated dinner featuring a selection of gourmet dishes expertly crafted to please every palate.
Lively Conversations: Engage in enriching dialogues with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry professionals, exchanging insights and forging meaningful connections.
After Party: Let loose and celebrate your journey of growth and empowerment on the dance floor, where joy and unity abound, creating unforgettable memories.
1-Day Power Pass
$197
For attendees who can only join for one day!
Includes:
Full access to all general sessions & workshops for one selected day
Networking opportunities with visionary leaders & authors
Conference materials & event program
Upgrade Option: Want to attend the Awards Gala too? Add it for just $100!Perfect for those who can't commit to the full 3-day experience but still want to gain powerful insights and connections!
Early Bird Tickets
Get $200 off Early Bird Tickets for the first 30 days.
Only applicable to Level Up Pass, Game Changer VIP Pass, and Power Elite All-Access Pass
Early birds ticket ending in:
Interview with Jack Canfield
Join Ardenay Garner as she shares her expertise and vision for the STAND UP! Author's Revival in an exclusive guest appearance hosted by none other than Jack Canfield.
Meet ArDenay Garner
ArDenay Garner is the visionary for the Resilient Black Women Authors community, igniting a movement that empowers and amplifies voices through personal storytelling. As a trailblazing bestselling author and coach, she champions women who are called to write their transformational life story.
ArDenay is the mastermind of the prestigious annual STAND UP! Authors Revival experience, a pivotal gathering that serves as a cornerstone for established and budding nonfiction authors alike. As the executive producer of this event, she creates an atmosphere for healing, networking,and unmuting your voice.
ArDenay has impacted the lives of thousands of women whom she has empowered to reclaim their self-confidence and inner strength through her signature LOVE Campaigns, award ceremonies, seminars, and transformative retreats.
A distinguished alumna, ArDenay holds a Master of Social Work from Syracuse University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Columbia College. She has received many accolades throughout her career including the respected 2022 Sister Mary Vera Award and the honor of being voted CNY Remarkable Woman for 2022.
ArDenay remains an active presence on Clubhouse, facilitating candid conversations about mental health and entrepreneurship within her Resilient Black Women house—a testament to her unwavering commitment to community and women’s empowerment.
Meet Your Co-Host,
Dr. Jai Johnson
To overcome, to go against and to go beyond is the mission. A self-motivator, optimistic, and conqueror ready to face any struggle without turning back.
Dr. Jai Johnson is a Medical Provider the owner of Divine Medical Healthcare Services Clinic & Spa, Nue Yu by Dr. Jai, Jai Legal Consulting, Divine VA Med, Beauty Within By Dr. Jai, Halls of Ivy Workshops and Alluring by Dr. Jai Cosmetics.
She is a featured Model and Author. Her greatest strength as an individual is her ability to connect with people. Surviving heartaches, devastating events, and living in darkness has painted a vivid image of who she is today. At a young age, these catastrophic events paved her path of destiny. Having compassion for others will always be the ultimate goal, as she continues this journey, we call LIFE.
BEST VALUE!
LIMITED TO 10 GUESTS ONLY
Level Up Pass
$697
Early Bird: $497
$697
Includes:
Access to all general sessions & workshops
Access to Award Ceremony
Entry to the Power Move Pitch Contest (as an audience member)
Networking opportunities with authors & leaders
Event program & conference materials
Game Changer VIP Pass
$897
Early Bird: $697
$897
Includes Everything in Level Up PLUS:
Priority check-in and reserved seating
Exclusive VIP Networking Mixer with speakers
VIP swag bag
Power Player Elite All-Access
$1397
Early Bird: $1197
$1397
Includes Everything in VIP Plus:
Private Dinner & Power Circle with keynote speakers & industry experts
One-on-one coaching session with a featured speaker
Automatic Entry into the Power Moves Pitch Contest
One professional makeup service with talented makeup artist
Professional headshot session during the event
Exclusive Elite Gift
Power Couple Ticket
$1497
For visionary couples attending together. This ticket is designed for couples who want to elevate their partnership together!
Includes for BOTH attendees:
Full 3-day conference access (all sessions, panels, and networking)
Exclusive “Power Moves” Couples Mastermind Session (Special session for couples in divine partnership)
VIP Seating at all sessions & the Awards Gala
Access to the Power Moves Pitch Contest (as audience members)
Power Couple Recognition in the Event Program
VIP Swag Bag for Each Partner
Professional Couples Photo at the Event
Invitation to the Private VIP Networking Mixer
BONUS: First 5 Power Couples to register receive a special commemorative gift!
Award Gala-Only Ticket
$150
For guest attending just the award show (October 4, 2025)
Highlights:
Authors Awards: Celebrating the anthology's contributors, sharing personal journeys of triumph and resilience.
Special Honors: Recognizing community leaders, authors, and notable figures who have made significant impacts.
Lifetime Achievement Awards: Paying homage to individuals with long-standing contributions and lasting legacies.
Includes:
Entry to the Black-Tie Awards Show
Dinner & entertainment
Celebration of honorees
Plated Dinner: Savor a delightful plated dinner featuring a selection of gourmet dishes expertly crafted to please every palate.
Lively Conversations: Engage in enriching dialogues with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry professionals, exchanging insights and forging meaningful connections.
After Party: Let loose and celebrate your journey of growth and empowerment on the dance floor, where joy and unity abound, creating unforgettable memories.
1-Day Power Pass
$197
For attendees who can only join for one day!
Includes:
Full access to all general sessions & workshops for one selected day
Networking opportunities with visionary leaders & authors
Conference materials & event program
Upgrade Option: Want to attend the Awards Gala too? Add it for just $100!
Perfect for those who can't commit to the full 3-day experience but still want to gain powerful insights and connections!
Interview with Jack Canfield
Join Ardenay Garner as she shares her expertise and vision for the STAND UP! Author's Revival in an exclusive guest appearance hosted by none other than Jack Canfield.
Meet ArDenay Garner
ArDenay Garner is the visionary for the Resilient Black Women Authors community, igniting a movement that empowers and amplifies voices through personal storytelling. As a trailblazing bestselling author and coach, she champions women who are called to write their transformational life story.
ArDenay is the mastermind of the prestigious annual STAND UP! Authors Revival experience, a pivotal gathering that serves as a cornerstone for established and budding nonfiction authors alike. As the executive producer of this event, she creates an atmosphere for healing, networking,and unmuting your voice.
ArDenay has impacted the lives of thousands of women whom she has empowered to reclaim their self-confidence and inner strength through her signature LOVE Campaigns, award ceremonies, seminars, and transformative retreats.
A distinguished alumna, ArDenay holds a Master of Social Work from Syracuse University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Columbia College. She has received many accolades throughout her career including the respected 2022 Sister Mary Vera Award and the honor of being voted CNY Remarkable Woman for 2022.
ArDenay remains an active presence on Clubhouse, facilitating candid conversations about mental health and entrepreneurship within her Resilient Black Women house—a testament to her unwavering commitment to community and women’s empowerment.
Meet Your Co-Host, Dr. Jai Johnson
To overcome, to go against and to go beyond is the mission. A self-motivator, optimistic, and conqueror ready to face any struggle without turning back.
Dr. Jai Johnson is a Medical Provider the owner of Divine Medical Healthcare Services Clinic & Spa, Nue Yu by Dr. Jai, Jai Legal Consulting, Divine VA Med, Beauty Within By Dr. Jai, Halls of Ivy Workshops and Alluring by Dr. Jai Cosmetics.
She is a featured Model and Author. Her greatest strength as an individual is her ability to connect with people. Surviving heartaches, devastating events, and living in darkness has painted a vivid image of who she is today. At a young age, these catastrophic events paved her path of destiny. Having compassion for others will always be the ultimate goal, as she continues this journey, we call LIFE.
Frequently Asked Questions
I’m not an author can I still attend the conference?
Yes, you can attend the conference. We believe that everyone is the “author” of their life experience. The Authors Revival is ideal for visionary leaders who want to reestablish their brand identity, elevate their platforms, and reposition themselves for greater impact and service. You may not be an author, but by the time you leave the conference you will have discovered the “book” within.
How many days is the conference?
The Authors Revival is 3 full days.
Friday, October 3 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, October 4 – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm,
Saturday, October 4 - Awards ceremony, doors open 7:00 pm, starts 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm
Sunday, October 5 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
What is the dress code?
The dress code is business casual. You want to look your best for the cameras because you may be featured on our website and future promotional material 😊
Can men attend the conference?
Absolutely. In 2025, we are incorporating men in the conference. We will be honoring a Power Couple, offering a couples’ mastermind, and doing a special presentation for the men who support the visionary female leaders in their life.
Can children attend the conference?
The Authors Revival is not suitable for persons under the age of 21. This is an opportunity for adults to network, learn, celebrate and focus on their purpose-driven assignments to eliminate generational trauma and promote world healing. We are curating a space for YOU to be authentic and worry-free.
I am interested in vending at the conference, is that an option?
Yes, vending is an option for our co-hosts, partners, and sponsors. If you are interested in becoming a co-host, partner, or sponsor, please email [email protected].
Are meals included with my conference registration?
Dinner is included at the Awards Gala only. If you purchase a Power Player Elite All-Access pass, you will get one additional private dinner with keynote speakers and industry experts.
How can I compete in the Power Moves Pitch Contest?
The Power Moves Pitch Contest will be held on Sunday, Oct. 5. All conference attendees may attend the contest.
However, if you select a 1-day pass, you will need to select your pass for Sunday, October 5th. Currently, only the Power Player Elite All-Access ticket holders may compete in the pitch contest. When you purchase the Power Player Elite All-Access pass, you are automatically entered into the Power Moves Pitch Contest.
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