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Dr. Flemings' program, The Ambidextrous Woman®, encourages women to confidently embrace their multifaceted talents and lead with unapologetic authenticity. Alongside her entrepreneurial ventures, she continues to contribute to the field of physical therapy as the Director of Admissions at South College Atlanta, where she advocates for equity and works to reduce healthcare disparities. In June 2024, she accepted the prestigious role of President of the National Association of Black Physical Therapists.

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As a Personal and Professional Development Coach, she blazes a path for the multi-skilled to pursue their calling, transforming their dreams of today into the reality of tomorrow, generating heart-centered impact and income. She believes the more you leverage your passions and purpose, aligning your personal and professional goals, the sooner you can stop dreaming about the life you desire and live the life of your dreams. 

Dr. Monique
FLEMINGS
Strategic Rest Consultant | Publisher | Author

Dr. Monique Flemings is a thought leader and exceptional figure, seamlessly blending her extensive expertise in leadership, entrepreneurship, healthcare, and ministry to empower and transform her clients. As the CEO of Monique Flemings Enterprises, she hosts retreats and training events specifically designed for women in mid-level leadership positions and the C-suite. Her leadership firm, Lead Up Leadership Consulting, offers proven strategies that help high-achieving women leaders and organizations succeed while prioritizing rest and relaxation, thus boosting their productivity. Through her R.E.S.T Protocols, leaders create work- life harmony for themselves and their organizations. â€‹

In her church, Purpose City Church in Aurora, Illinois, Dr. Flemings serves as the Director of Small Groups. She is also a prolific author with 23 books to her name, including the transformative "Mastering Transition." Her work has earned her features in notable publications such as Women of Dignity Magazine, Speakers Magazine, and Brainz Magazine.

 

Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Flemings cherishes her role as a mother to a special-gifted son, whose journey inspires her continuous growth and learning. She resides in the suburbs of Chicago with her supportive husband and son, finding balance and fulfillment in both her personal and professional life.

Evelyn
LEVASSEUR
Wellness & Identity Coach | Podcast Host

Evelyn LeVasseur is a visionary Wellness & Identity Coach dedicated to empowering girl moms to prioritize their self-worth and reclaim their body confidence while creating a transformative legacy for their children and beyond.

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With a passion for guiding women towards authentic self-discovery, Evelyn specializes in Identity Coaching, offering a unique blend of insight, support, and empowerment. Through her expertise, she facilitates a journey of profound transformation, helping clients shift their focus from societal standards to embracing their true essence.

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Drawing upon her background as an Anti-Diet Wellness Coach and Transformational Speaker, Evelyn empowers clients to break free from the confines of diet culture and societal pressures. Instead, she encourages them to cultivate a nourishing relationship with self and food, trust their instincts, and build a resilient foundation of health that transcends generations.​​

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With Evelyn as your guide, prepare to embark on a liberating journey of self-awareness and self-acceptance, paving the way for a new legacy of empowerment and authenticity.

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Together, you will blaze trails towards a future where self-worth is celebrated, intuition is honored, and generations are empowered to thrive.​​​

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As the Founder of Visionary Initiatives, a Career & Workforce Development Organization, Latika and her team provide learning strategies, policies, and programs to support the current and future career development and retention of working moms. Through her work, she has been recognized as 2019 Coaches to Follow, Amazon Best-Selling Author, and nominated as an International Association of Women, Member of the Year. 

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In addition to being an author of 4 books and co-author of 4 books, Latika is the curator and host of Real Talk: The Realities of Work & Life Balance Global Virtual Summit; Empowering the Working Mom Annual Breakfast; and the Top-Rated Podcast for the categories of Work-Life Balance and Career Development, Empowering the Working Mom Podcast with Latika Vines. 

Latika
VINES
CEO, Visionary Initiatives | Podcast Host | Author 

Latika Vines is a Purpose Driven and Passionate Working Mom Empowerer and Workforce Developer committed to turning career and organizational visions into initiatives with her proven VISION Framework. With more than eighteen years of Learning and Development; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility; and Program Management experience, Latika has solved career development, succession management and organizational challenges for both private and public sectors, leading to improved practices, policies, cultures, and ultimately retention. Thus, being an award recipient of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Commissioner’s Annual Award for Career Development and receiving recognition for Leadership and Development and Human Resources Training. 

When Latika isn’t serving her local community, she is spending time with her husband and four daughters traveling, exploring local parks and coffee shops, listening to 90s R&B and Pop music, and sharing the Gospel with others. Latika is a Baltimore, Maryland native; however, has found her forever home in Southern Maryland.   

 

For advice on career mobility strategies for your organization or to have Latika facilitate Team Building, Strategic Planning, or HR related workshops for your leaders, please contact her to learn more.

Lynnecia
ELEY
CEO, She Can Inspire | Confidence Coach | Author

Lynnecia S. Eley is a career-driven educator, entrepreneur, wife, and mother. Born and raised in Miami, Florida, she is an award-winning University Assistant Dean and Adjunct Professor at the prestigious Georgetown University.  She's committed to excellence, dedication, and caring for others. Known as the Confidence Doula, Lynnecia is a best-selling author and confidence coach providing guidance and support to help women and young adults feel self-assured in their abilities to Birth with Purpose.

 

Through content, training, and workshops, she guides others to truly identify with the conception of their ideas and understand that they are already purposeful. As an adjunct professor, she fosters rigorous and inclusive conversation in the classroom that explores personal values and relationships to test the character and responses of people when faced with ethical dilemmas.

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Author of Birth with Purpose: 5 Steps to Drive Your Passions & Fuel Your Purpose, Do What You Love… But Always with Confidence (Journal), The 3 M’s of Writing Your Book Toolkit, Coffee & Confidence, and co-author of Stuck is Not Your Story: I Overcame and Am Victorious, Lynnecia is also a founder of Two Queens Media, Soigne’ + Swank Magazine® and Eta Rho Sigma Sorority, Inc. - all brands that promote and support women, community growth in business, education, and the media/PR/publishing space.

She is a Certified DISC Personality Analyst who received her bachelor's in business management from the University of Phoenix, earned her executive master's in program and portfolio management from Georgetown University, and holds many professional and graduate certificates. Lynnecia is also a recipient of the 2023 President’s Lifetime Achievement award in recognition of her service to women and girls through volunteerism and leadership.​

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CEO, Whole Woman Fitness | Personal Trainer | Author
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Neticia
WALDRON-BLUNT

Prophetess Neticia D.  Waldron is a dynamic force, embodying the roles of wife, mother, and esteemed healthcare administrator with over 16 years of dedicated service in the industry. Her passion for holistic wellness extends beyond the confines of her professional endeavors, evident in her multifaceted pursuits.

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As a published author, Prophetess Waldron shares her profound insights in her acclaimed work, "Worship and Warfare," offering spiritual guidance and empowering readers to navigate life's battles with faith and resilience.

In addition to her contributions in healthcare and literature, Prophetess Waldron is a Certified Personal Trainer, fervently advocating for physical well-being as an integral component of a balanced lifestyle. Her commitment to holistic health is further exemplified through her entrepreneurial ventures, where she channels her expertise into empowering others to achieve their fitness goals and live vibrant lives.

 

Deeply rooted in her faith, Prophetess Waldron also serves as a Minister, touching lives with her inspiring messages of hope, love, and spiritual transformation. Her ministry reflects her unwavering dedication to uplifting others and spreading the transformative power of God's word.

Prophetess Neticia D. Waldron's life is a testament to the boundless possibilities that arise when passion, purpose, and faith converge. Through her various roles and endeavors, she continues to inspire and empower individuals to live life abundantly and fulfill their God-given potential.

Emily
MACLIN
CEO & President, The Dividend Diva Company, LLC | Author | Executive Director, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Emily V. Maclin is the founder of Think Legacy Financial Coaching. Her mission is to help women master their money and guide them in creating a financial legacy they can be proud of. She helps them increase their level of financial responsibility and leadership w/the money they earn. She's a proud wife and mom of 3 children, and values faith and finance. She uses this unique approach of combining faith and finance to help women build financial confidence, competence and consistency. Her financial coaching techniques are designed to eliminate deficits in four areas - Mindset, Skills/Knowledge, Behavior and Stewardship to ultimately help women thrive with their financial resources.


She's a financial coach who's spent the last 20 years working in Corporate Finance in various roles as an Accountant, Senior Business Analyst, and Chief of Staff to Finance Executives at two Fortune 100 companies (17 years at Boeing, 4 years at Bayer/Monsanto).​​

She brings her extensive corporate finance experience and desire for all families to thrive financially and create the opportunities for multiple generations to do the same to the table as a Personal Finance Coach. Her ultimate goal is to teach clients how to become the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of their financial lives + create a financial legacy that says they handled God's money well and nurtured and teach the next generation to do the same.

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Emily has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Tennessee State University and a Masters of Business Administration from Webster University. She's owned her financial coaching firm for 3 years and serves clients virtually from all over the nation. She's originally from Tennessee, but has been living in St. Louis since 2002.

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In addition to her life-long career in the beauty industry, Leandra Roche is a licensed cosmetologist, Master Sytlist and salon owner with over 30 years of experience in the beauty industry. She owns and operates A Joyous Look Salon in Merrillville, IN, where she’s been providing services to locals and far beyond since 2002. With all of her knowledge and experience as a business owner, Leandra has dedicated her career to women maintain their beauty both inside and out.

 

As an educator, she believe that learning is in the doing, and is dedicated to promoting healthy hair while empowering fellow entrepreneurs on their journey.

Leandra
ROCHE
Owner, A Joyous Look | Master Stylist

Leandra Roche is a licensed cosmetologist, Master Sytlist and salon owner with over 30 years of experience in the beauty industry. She owns and operates A Joyous Look Salon in Merrillville, IN, where she’s been providing services to locals and far beyond since 2002. With all of her knowledge and experience as a business owner, Leandra has dedicated her career to women maintain their beauty both inside and out. As an educator, she believe that learning is in the doing, and is dedicated to promoting healthy hair while empowering fellow entrepreneurs on their journey. Her salon is the safe space to learn more than just how to be a stylist; she teaches all who walk through her doors how to successfully run a business, take care of themselves, and to create sustainable success.

Leandra is also a wife, a mother to four wonderful adult children, and a grandparent to one. She takes pride in leading by example for her family, church and stylists. She also enjoys attending her son’s football games at Mizzou University, traveling, and spending time with her loved ones.

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Her salon is the safe space to learn more than just how to be a stylist; she teaches all who walk through her doors how to successfully run a business, take care of themselves, and to create sustainable success.

Jateya
JONES
CEO, Jateya Jones Consulting | Podcast Host

Fondly known as "The Clarity Queen", Jateya is the host of the Confident and Courageous Clarity Podcast and serves as the CEO of Jateya Jones Consulting, a boutique Strategy and Communications firm designed to empower visionaries with clarity and ignite your personal pledge impact, by curating your personal plan to W.I.N. for personal freedom and fulfillment.

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​She is unapologetically multipassionate and committed to helping clients align their Passions, Purpose, and Profession for Profit. With a focus on creating collaborative success, increasing efficiency, and accelerating growth in life and business, Jateya specializes in aligning people, plans, and processes to achieve tangible results. Whether it's communicating digitally, verbally, or visually, she provides expert guidance every step of the way.

​As a Personal and Professional Development Coach, she blazes a path for the multi-skilled to pursue their calling, transforming their dreams of today into the reality of tomorrow, generating heart-centered impact and income. She believes the more you leverage your passions and purpose, aligning your personal and professional goals, the sooner you can stop dreaming about the life you desire and live the life of your dreams.

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Additionally, as the Founder and Executive Director of Fore Teens, Inc., she advocates for equal opportunities. Join Jateya on her transformative journey where dreams become realities, guided by her belief that "Clarity is power, and once you have it, you can have freedom in life and in business."

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In addition to her role at Room Qui, Quiana is a seasoned professional in the field of Human Resources. She currently holds the position of Director of Human Resources for a non-profit organization, where she has demonstrated service-oriented leadership. She brings over 12 years of experience to her most recent role. Her commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment has earned her recognition and respect within her community and across her profession.

Quiana
JONES
Owner, Room Qui Event Studio | HR Director

Quiana Jones is the proud owner and founder of Room Qui, LLC, a premier event venue serving the Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland areas. With a passion for creating memorable experiences, Quiana is dedicated to helping people celebrate the key moments of their lives, ensuring that every event at Room Qui is marked by joy, elegance, and a personal touch.

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Beyond her entrepreneurial endeavors, Quiana is a devoted mother to her beautiful, intelligent, and entrepreneurial-spirited young daughter. Her daughter's ambition and creativity serve as a daily inspiration, and it was through this inspiration, combined with a deep sense of divine calling, that Quiana embarked on her journey into entrepreneurship.​​

Quiana's dual roles as a business owner and HR director showcase her multifaceted talents and unwavering dedication to both personal and professional excellence. Her leadership, compassion, and vision continue to inspire those around her, making her a valued and influential figure in her community.

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