Message from the Founder

Fearless Stenographers Conference 2026 – Washington, D.C.

Restoring Hope. Reigniting Power. Elevating the Profession

A Message from the Founder

Fearless 2026… where do I even begin?

What we experienced in Washington, D.C., was more than a conference it was a moment. A reset. A powerful reminder of who we are and the responsibility we carry as guardians of the record.

The mission was clear: restore hope back into our reporters and into this profession. And that’s exactly what unfolded. The energy, the connection, the purpose, the pride it was all there. A vision I carried for the past year not only came to life, it exceeded every expectation.

There were moments along the way when the journey felt heavy, times I questioned if the vision was too big, if it would all come together. Building something from the ground up, not always knowing how it would unfold… but trusting the process. And through faith, perseverance, and the strength of this community coming together as one, we made it happen.

We moved beyond the noise of social media and into the same room, face to face and having real, meaningful conversations. And what we proved is this: we can come together, we can collaborate, and we can move this profession forward, together. We are not giving up on steno. We are stronger together.

To every attendee, speaker, sponsor, and supporter, thank you. You showed up, you poured into this experience, and you helped create something truly unforgettable.

Bringing the 5th Annual Fearless Stenographers Conference back to Washington, D.C., where it all began felt right. So much of what I do through Steno in the City is led by purpose and guided by heart, and returning to D.C. was exactly where we needed to be.

This wasn’t just an event. This was a movement.