Check Out Fabienne Mack’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Fabienne Mack.

Hi Fabienne, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
Of course! I’m Dutch, Guyanese, and African American, and my journey has always been rooted in culture, connection, and community. One of my earliest inspirations came from the Netherlands, where my Oma would take me to this quiet, beautiful tea garden as a child. It became our tradition — every time I return home, she still takes me. That space held something so sacred: stillness, beauty, warmth. I’ve always wanted to recreate that feeling for the people I love and for my wider community.

Clockwise began as a vision to do just that. What started as a Moroccan-themed tea event evolved into something deeper — a **nomadic experience** that honors the cultures that have shaped me, both directly through ancestry and indirectly through family ties. Each Clockwise event is a one-time-only experience, curated by me but brought to life in collaboration with local farmers, bakers, artists, and small businesses.

I’ve been shifting into offering **private events and intimate, catered experiences** that bring the Clockwise spirit into more personal settings. My goal is to create gatherings that feel timeless, intentional, and soulful — and one day, to build a permanent space that reflects the spirit of that tea garden in the Netherlands. A place where people can slow down, connect, and experience something truly beautiful.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Definitely not a smooth road — but a meaningful one. Like most creative journeys, it’s come with its fair share of growing pains. The biggest challenge has been staying confident in my vision when the path ahead isn’t always clear or traditional. Clockwise doesn’t follow a cookie-cutter model. It’s nomadic, culture-rooted, and intentionally small — and that can make it difficult to explain or sell to people who expect events to look a certain way.

There were also moments of doubt around resources. I don’t come from money or a network of investors — I built this from passion, savings, and a lot of creative stretching. I wear all the hats: designer, curator, host, promoter, and often caterer too. That can be exhausting, but it’s also taught me how deeply I care about every detail.

But the beauty is, those challenges have shaped Clockwise. They’ve forced me to get creative, build real community connections, and stay grounded in my purpose: to create unforgettable, soul-centered experiences that honor culture and bring people together.

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m proud that it’s collaborative at its core. Clockwise highlights other small businesses, farmers, makers, and artists — and brings them into the spotlight in such a beautiful, natural way. That part means everything to me. It’s not just my brand — it’s a platform that uplifts others while creating meaningful experiences people don’t forget. Pray to bring in more businesses as I go!

And the fact that I pulled it off — beautifully — with love, limited resources, and pure intention? That’s the win right there.

Is there anyone you’d like to thank or give credit to?
Without question, my mom has been my greatest support. She’s believed in every version of me, even when I was still figuring out what that looked like. Her love, encouragement, and the culture she raised me in are at the very heart of Clockwise. The first event was as much a nod to her as it was to my own journey, and having her in my corner continues to mean everything. My big sister Linsey has inspired me since I was a kid. Voyage Atlanta covered her and her business a few years back. L.OZ Art Gallery was an amazing creative hub that intrigued the senses and I used bits of that to help with my own events.

I also have to give huge credit to Steve Shockley, who was my financial advisor when I first launched One Legged Eyeball. He’s been a steady, honest, and grounding presence for years — not just with money, but with mentorship. His guidance helped lay the foundation for how I move through business today.

And when it came time to launch my first Clockwise event, I had an incredible community backing me:

Sunni from Community in Athens, GA — who supported me relentlessly and believed in the vision from the very beginning

Alicia Nickles and the entire Flagpole team — my former colleagues and forever cheerleaders

Aloka, a woman-owned business led by Amy Flurry, who offered unwavering support

Nanga Custom Motorcycle Seats sponsored a lot of time and support into my businesses

Lexi from the Land Family Home — who not only opened up her beautiful venue to me, but also gave her time, energy, and heart to help bring everything together

To my best friend, Caroline — thank you for constantly reminding me that being myself is more than enough. Your encouragement, presence, and patience have carried me more times than you know.

And finally, to Tim — my fallen Mad Hatter. Thank you for making sure I knew that the crazier the idea, the healthier my brain was working. Your magic lives in all the wonder I try to create.

These people are a part of the Clockwise story. I’m beyond grateful for their love, belief, and presence.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://clockwiseteatown.carrd.co
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clockwise_teatown/

Image Credits
Keon Horton and Shannon K Photography