About Golden Hour Society
Golden Hour Society is a growing community of women shaping the worlds of design, art, architecture, and beyond. We gather to connect, collaborate, and produce curated events that spark inspiration and opportunity. Our goal is to create an intimate, members-only network—where creativity, conversation, and empowerment come together.
Founding Members
Kayleigh Nichols
Kelly Pinkham
Kayleigh is a Principal at a high-end interior design firm and founder of two nonprofits: Light and Spaces Foundation, transforming educational spaces, and LA CAN DO, supporting wildfire victims. She created the Golden Hour Society to unite women in design and creative industries, fostering connection, collaboration, and growth.
Kelly Pinkham is the General Manager at Holly Hunt Los Angeles. Her focus is to help women build meaningful personal and professional connections in their quests to pursue their creative passions! She believes that behind every great woman is a tribe of great women cheering her on.
Yael Wulfhart
Yael McShane Wulfhart is The Art Wolf an experiential gallerist representing contemporary women artists in sculpture painting and photography She is passionate about women’s networking as a way to improve efficiencies in her own business by hiring only women and women-owned businesses and also as a means to spiral upwards together as we establish the Matriarchy Her main focus is to have women rule the world
Ashley Wendell
With over two decades of experience in high-end residential, retail, hospitality, and commercial interior design, Ashley brings a discerning eye for individuality and detail to every project. A graduate of Pratt Institute in New York, she has led design initiatives across the country before establishing her practice in Los Angeles. Ashley is known for her ability to thoughtfully layer textures and styles, resulting in distinctive, one-of-a-kind interiors. Her signature approach—centered on the concept of “livable luxury”—blends architectural precision with a warm, curated aesthetic. Drawing on her background in both architecture and photography, she creates spaces defined by clean lines, timeless elegance, and vintage references that feel both grounded and elevated.
Maria Hughes
Maria Angelo Hughes is the Director of Marketing at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood, where she blends her passion for creativity and community building to elevate the design industry. A longtime advocate for women supporting women, Maria is dedicated to fostering opportunities that empower women’s voices throughout Los Angeles and beyond.
Michelle Flores
Cheayne Concepcion-Hegel
Michelle Flores is a passionate and purpose-driven woman dedicated to personal growth, community connection, and empowering others. With over 16 years of Design experience, she brings both heart and insight to every space she enters. Beyond her career, Michelle is deeply committed to building genuine connections, finding beauty in everyday moments, and surrounding herself with positive, driven women. She’s excited to be part of this group that encourages growth, authenticity, and mutual support.