Onbrand

My name is Ressa, and I’m the founder of The Gathering San Antonio — a women’s community I created in 2023 after relocating from South Florida and becoming a new mom. What started as a way to build genuine friendships has grown into one of San Antonio’s most engaged women’s communities.

In just two years, we’ve welcomed over 3,000 women across 20+ curated experiences — ranging from intimate 14-person wellness classes and private, brand-partnered dinners (including collaborations with LALO Tequila), to large-scale themed events with 400+ attendees.

The Gathering is rooted in creating elevated, memorable experiences for women while introducing them to brands they can genuinely connect with. Our events are designed to feel thoughtful, social, and immersive — making them the perfect environment for product discovery, sampling, and organic brand exposure.

We regularly incorporate brand partners through curated gifting, on-site experiences, and intentional product placement — whether through guest goodie bags, featured moments, or dedicated brand activations. Because of our highly engaged audience, products are not only seen but experienced and shared across social platforms.

Our community operates without membership fees to remain accessible, and we host a mix of free, donation-based (including partnerships like the San Antonio Food Bank), and ticketed events — all centered around connection, experience, and community impact.