Haven Community and Conference

What Haven Community and Conference does

Haven Community and Conference LLC is a privately held, founder-owned events business that operates the annual HAVEN Conference, a three-day in-person gathering for content creators in the DIY, home décor and lifestyle space. Founded in 2012 by Kristin Stockdale as part of her Stockdale Design interior-design shop, the company is domiciled in Georgia, USA, and has run the conference continuously for twelve-plus years; the 2024 edition was held July 11-13 at the Loews Hotel in Buckhead/Midtown Atlanta, with the 2025 edition scheduled for July 17-19 at the same venue.

The core product is the conference itself, supplemented by two recently launched digital offerings: the HAVEN mobile app (debuted in 2024) for agenda planning, session calendars, attendee networking and real-time announcements, and Haven Huddles (also 2024), an interest-based small-group networking format that replaced the legacy Mentor Program. Surrounding assets include the Haven Mavens year-round creator community and a related sub-brand, WORKBENCHcon, founded in 2017 for more tool-intensive DIY makers. There is no software-as-a-service platform, API, or proprietary AI capability; all revenue infrastructure centers on the physical event and its associated community.

Haven operates a two-sided, event-driven revenue model. The creator side monetizes through tiered ticket sales — general admission and VIP badges, with the latter valued at roughly $1,200 in a 2023 giveaway (combining the badge with hotel and merchandise) and offering perks such as reserved seating, professional headshots, exclusive swag and VIP-only events. The brand side monetizes through multi-tier sponsorships (Gold, Maker Stage, workshop, VIP-event hosting), with the 2024 sponsor roster led by Rooms To Go (Gold) and Benjamin Moore, alongside roughly twenty additional partners across paint, hardware, garage doors, bedding, outdoor living, craft supplies and beverages. Direct ticket sales flow through the company-owned e-commerce shop at havenconference.com, while marketing is conducted via Instagram, Facebook, email newsletters and the company's speaker/mentor network.

Name

Haven Community and Conference

Legal name

Haven Community and Conference LLC

Website

https://havenconference.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Haven Community and Conference is a privately held, founder-owned events business that produces an annual three-day in-person conference for DIY, home décor and lifestyle content creators, monetized through ticket sales and a broad multi-tier sponsor program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Creator Conferences and Events

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920)

akta.pro primary industry

Corporate Meetings & Conferences (Internal/External Business Events) (MPAGAHAA)

Keywords

• Creator conference events
• DIY home decor
• Influencer marketing events
• Lifestyle content creators
• Brand sponsorship programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Calhoun

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Others

Revenue model

1. Conference Tickets: Revenue generated from selling tickets to the annual Haven Conference. The conference offers VIP access badges with exclusive perks including special swag, professional headshots, reserved seating, and access to distinct VIP events.
2. Sponsorship and Brand Partnerships: Revenue from brand sponsors who pay to exhibit at the conference, gain access to creator attendees, and build influencer marketing relationships. Haven describes itself as 'where influencer marketing comes to life for our creators and sponsors.'

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Haven Community and Conference operates the annual HAVEN Conference, a three-day in-person event held at Loews Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia, targeting DIY, home décor, and lifestyle content creators (bloggers, YouTubers, and social media influencers). The conference delivers keynote talks, beginner and advanced breakout sessions, hands-on DIY workshops, structured networking programs (Haven Huddles, Haven Mavens), and a Brand Expo connecting creators with sponsor brands. Tickets are sold direct-to-consumer and the company separately monetizes brand sponsorship packages.

Product overview

Haven Community and Conference operates a single primary product: the HAVEN Conference, an annual 3-day event for DIY, Home Décor, and Lifestyle content creators. The conference is enhanced by the HAVEN App (a mobile application for attendee scheduling and networking), Haven Huddles (optional interest-based networking groups), and the broader Haven Mavens Community. Breakout Sessions & Workshops and the Brand Partnership Program are integral components of the conference experience. WORKBENCHcon is a related maker conference founded by the same organization. The company does not offer a software-as-a-service platform; all offerings center on in-person events and community building.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WORKBENCHcon: An intense DIY maker conference for creators with toolbelts and big dreams, founded in 2017 by Stockdale Design.

Products and services

• HAVEN Conference Annual three-day in-person conference for DIY, home décor, and lifestyle content creators (bloggers, YouTubers, social media influencers). Features keynote speeches, beginner and advanced breakout sessions, hands-on DIY workshops, a Brand Expo, and structured networking programs. Tickets sold direct-to-consumer with general admission and VIP badge tiers.
• HAVEN Brand Sponsorship Program Sponsorship and brand partnership packages sold to home décor, furnishings, paint, hardware, and lifestyle brands seeking access to the conference's creator audience. Packages include gold headline sponsorships, Maker Stage presence, workshop hosting, VIP mixers, and Brand Expo booths.
• WORKBENCHcon Sub-brand DIY maker conference founded by Stockdale Design in 2017 for creators focused on hands-on making, tools, and DIY projects. Operates as a separate conference under the same parent organization.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1 million in brand deals secured by FARQ Media agency creators within the Haven ecosystem

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Rooms To GocoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGold Sponsor of Haven Conference 2024. Rooms To Go furnished the conference stage and terrace with their furniture and decor pieces. They are described as a major sponsor providing venue styling and supporting the event's visual presentation.
• Benjamin MoorecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured sponsor with Maker Stage presence during lunch at Haven Conference 2024. Premium paint brand participating in brand expo activities.
• AmerocksupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Haven Conference 2024, hosting VIP Mixer event. Kitchen and bath hardware brand engaging with creator audience.
• RomabiosupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium Italian paint brand sponsoring Mason Painting Techniques Workshop. Conducts hands-on training with their limewash products during conference.
• ClopaysupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerGarage door brand sponsor with Maker Stage presence during lunch at Haven Conference 2024.
• NaturepedicsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerOrganic mattress and bedding brand sponsor of Haven Conference 2024.
• Beacon AdhesivessupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor hosting Crafty & Cozy Night at Haven Conference 2024, providing hands-on craft activities including name badge decorating, seashell hair accessories, Christmas in July ornament, and cork & crystal bottle stoppers.
• Gillian SarahsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor hosting Coffee & Brand Expo break at Haven Conference 2024, providing refreshments during networking expo time.
• Aleah Power ToolssupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerFemale-friendly power tools brand (Aleah Power Tools/Designed to the Nines) sponsoring DIY Wall-mounted jewelry organizer workshop.
• Lynn Lilly (Craft Box Girls)supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSpeaker and sponsor participating in multiple activities including TV expert booking workshop and conference networking events.
• Loews Hotel AtlantacoreOthersOfficial venue partner for Haven Conference 2024, offering discounted room rates exclusively for HAVEN attendees. Located in Buckhead/Midtown Atlanta, less than 20 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
• FARQ MediacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK's number 1 influencer agency for Home, DIY and Interior influencers. CEO Georgia Farquharson speaking at conference on working with agents. FARQ represents 25 top creators and has secured over £1 million in brand deals.
• InfluintcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEO Mark Ciampittiello speaks at conference on brand partnership strategies. Represents over 100 established creators in the YouTube ecosystem, offering sponsorship management, creative services, content syndication, and product development.
• TRILUNA WellnesssupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-Founder Ashley Brooke James leads morning yoga sessions (Slow Flow and Dance Party Flow). Wellness brand aligned with Haven's focus on creator well-being and mindfulness.
• PergoluxsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerOutdoor living brand sponsor of Haven Conference 2024.
• Shop Your LikessupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSocial commerce platform sponsor of Haven Conference 2024.
• House of EsperanzasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerMonica from House of Esperanza delivers State of the State Address at Haven Conference 2024. Home décor brand with cultural design focus.
• Craft ExpresssupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCraft supplies brand sponsor of Haven Conference 2024.
• Gracelane CosupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerHome décor brand sponsor of Haven Conference 2024.
• WUGS (Weighted Rugs)supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerWeighted blankets and rugs brand sponsor of Haven Conference 2024.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Everything Food Conference: Annual event for food bloggers, photographers, and content creators. Direct peer to Haven in the niche creator conference space, with comparable sponsorship and education-driven model.
• Type-A Parent Conference: Conference for parent bloggers and lifestyle influencers. Direct peer to Haven as a niche vertical creator conference with similar brand sponsorship and educational breakout session formats.
• Dad 2.0 Summit: Annual gathering for dad bloggers and lifestyle creators. Direct peer to Haven in the niche lifestyle creator conference space with similar sponsorship-driven revenue model and community focus.
• SNAP Conference: Annual educational conference for food bloggers and content creators. Direct peer to Haven, applying a similar model of niche vertical creator education, brand sponsorship, and in-person networking.
• Mom 2.0 Summit: Annual summit for mom bloggers, influencers, and content creators. Direct peer to Haven, targeting a specific lifestyle creator vertical with comparable education, brand activation, and sponsorship structure.
• VidSummit: Conference focused on YouTube creators and video influencers. Direct peer to Haven within the creator economy space, offering education, brand networking, and high-attendee creator community engagement.
• Traverse (formerly TBEX): Conference for travel bloggers and content creators. Direct peer to Haven, serving a specific vertical of online creators with education, brand networking, and community-building formats.
• Alt Summit: Long-running conference for creative entrepreneurs, lifestyle influencers, and content creators. Direct peer to Haven with overlapping audience of online creative professionals seeking education, networking, and brand partnerships.

Broad incumbents

• Influencer Marketing Hub: Education, research, and resource platform for influencer marketing. Broad incumbent with overlapping audience of creators and brands, though primarily digital education rather than in-person events.
• Social Media Marketing World: Largest social media marketing conference. Broad incumbent that overlaps with Haven by serving content creators and marketers, but operates at much larger scale and across all verticals rather than a single niche.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/HavenConference
• Instagraminstagram.com/havenconference
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/haven-community-and-conference

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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