Tabitha Turner
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Nashville has never been short on ambitious women — professionals who dream bigger, work harder, and open doors for those who follow.
From entrepreneurs and executives to creatives, advocates, and innovators, these women are making an impact in their industries, strengthening our community, and proving that success is even more meaningful when it’s shared. They are leaving a lasting mark on Music City — one bold decision at a time.
What were you like growing up, and when did you first begin to imagine the path you’re on today?
I’ve always been a social butterfly, extremely organized and a pro at maximizing my schedule. I would stack the summer with camps, library reading programs, church camp, and visiting family friends’ horses. However, growing up in a small town of 10k people, success looked like becoming a doctor, attorney, or banker, and the town definitely did not highlight minority groups who looked like me. My mother pushed me to excel academically, and whether she knew it or not, that was my ticket out of that small town.
Attending Vanderbilt exposed me to new places, people, and I also learned about trust funds, which I’m still sad I don’t have one.
I started out as pre-med at Vandy, but had an advisor dig deep into why I wanted to pursue medicine. I eagerly shared I wanted to go on medical mission trips and help those who can’t afford healthcare, to which he stated, “It sounds like you want to help people, and you can do that in so many career paths.” It’s the first time anyone opened my eyes to a non-traditional path.
I wanted to break the glass ceiling, so after a few years, I went to corporate America, where my soul died in the cubicle. However, I learned some important business lessons like responding within 24 hours, taking ownership of projects, and highlighting the assets you bring to the table.
My corporate job told us to “find a problem and fall in love with it.” I was so intrigued with Nashville becoming the “it city” in 2010. I noticed the influx of people coming to the city and wondered who was telling them where and what to do.
Social Bliss Events was birthed in 2013, against the naysayers who told me, “No one will pay you to plan a bachelorette party.” If you’ve been to Broadway, you know that Nashville is the bachelorette capital. I had the foresight to see a shift was happening, and I bet on myself. Last year was the f irst year in 12 years we haven’t planned a bachelorette party. Business ebbs and flows.
This business has taken me across the U.S., and we’ve planned weddings in Italy and Mexico.
What do you love most about what you do?
My favorite part of owning a business is, hands down, the relationships. I adore my team, love our clients, and get to work with the best vendors in the city. It’s an honor to meet other amazing business owners and connect with likeminded entrepreneurs.
What advice would you offer young women who hope to follow a path similar to yours?
I would tell young women to dream big, ignore the naysayers, invest in self-discovery, and work hard.
It’s going to take longer than you expect, but enjoy the journey. Learn to pivot, pray over your schedule, and ask the Lord for divine appointments. Be present where your feet are planted and always celebrate the wins.