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:: Contents :: Volume 3 | Issue 2 | The WEC Edition
BEHIND THE LENS TEAM 7 FOR THE COVER: Get to know the team that made our cover photo shoot simply beautiful!
ON THE RADAR 9 EVENTS: In the Community Event Calendar
11 100 Women Winning Seminar– Business Professionals to Watch
25 Women Winning Award Recipients Business Professional Connie Gomez
THE WHOLE U! 32 SPIRITUAL: Growing Rain by Author Ashley Sauls
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Just when I am tired of hearing the saying “the struggle is real" I am reminded that it often is. However, one should never ever wear its validity. Confidence is one of the most beautiful accessories a woman can wear. When she does, she should wear it and wear it well. As we say, SLAY! Confidence in the truth that what makes you who you are will shine from the inside out, that the dreams will come to pass, and that you are good enough. I love this picture of me because it shows grace for the struggle and passion for my dreams. Each day I too choose to put on a garment of confidence because I know with each step I am becoming more of the woman I aspire to be. Yes, the struggle that life presents is real but it ain’t nothing to wear. Love, Shunte Gamble 6 BBUmagazine.com
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Shatara Davis Make-Up Artist Photography by Roderick Lightfoot Tell us about your company. RL Studio incorporates a passion for photography and an understanding of light and composition to create stunning images for every client. What inspires your photography? The beauty, creativity and uniqueness of the universe. In the world of photography, how do you define beauty? That which invokes pleasure as its defined by the absorption and deflection of light. How can our readers contact you? www.rlstud.com
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On the Radar
Seminar Leaders
100 Women Winning Networking Seminar
Meet the Leaders Erselette Baxter { 12 } Mimi Irvin { 13 }
Shunte Gamble { 14 }
Dr. Johna McClendon { 16 } LaShanda Gary { 17 } Shareefah Muhammad { 18 } Joy Ogrodowicz { 19 }
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Erselette Baxter :: The Leader in Me ::
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rselette Baxter has over twenty years experience as a Senior Accountant.
Ms. Baxter is heavily involved in empowering and giving back to the community. She is impassioned about helping people find solutions for their long-term financial goals. She can work with you to implement a fiscal and investment strategy that suits your needs. Ms. Baxter is a people-oriented local entrepreneur who loves helping the community through financial empowerment. She believes in leading by example and "lifting as she climbs".
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Mimi Irvin :: Personal Branding ::
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imi Irvin was born in Yokosuka, Japan and comes from a military background. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge, La. Currently an Innovation Technical Lead in her corporate job in Houston Texas, Mrs. Irvin’s career path is far from average. At the age of 38, Mrs. Irvin has over 12 years working in Corporate America. She has accomplished being the first Black Woman accepted to the Global Leadership Track within her company of only which there are 51 members in a population on 43,000. She has excelled between various roles such as Electrical and Design Engineer, Estimator, Product Director for Electrical Equipment, Project Engineer and International Sales Coordinator where she was assigned on 14 Month international assignment in the Netherlands in 2012. Mrs. Irvin went on a whim and started a fashion blog called Corporate Chic on Facebook to inspire women to think outside the box with their corporate fashion, while accomplishing it on budget. Only within a couple of months after her “whim blogging” one of her social media confirmations of being a fashionista was being voted by many she didn’t’ know as the Vizions IN Fashion Online Contest Winner in 2013. Now, her current following on Facebook, Instagram and other social networks stands over 30K followers and this number is continuously growing. Mrs. Irvin has created a well-renowned blog MeYe Label (pronounced MY Label) and opened Resale Vintage Shop that inspires women that they can "Dress the Part, Shop Smart". In various featured guest appearances, Mimi expresses her passion of being a huge fan of thrift, resale and consignment shops and communicates her inspiration to women to find their "treasure find" and honestly say it's “MeYe Label". Mrs. Irvin is a firm believer that DREAMS can be accomplished no matter the age, race or gender. Website: www.meyelabel.com
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Shunte Gamble :: Team Building ::
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hunte Gamble is a self-taught business guru, founder of Women Empowering Change (WEC), editor-in-chief of BBU! Magazine™, author, and certified Texas Educator.
With the release of her first book, “Therapy for Your Soul Book of Poetry”, she set out to share her personal testimony of finding her way as a young single mother back to God through writing. It was then she knew she wanted to do more. She wanted to host events that empowered those attending, spotlight others, and gave back. Through her passion of event planning and hosting, she has had remarkable experiences and connections that have allowed her to give back to various communities in need. Shunte has been awarded Houston’s 40 under 40 “Influential Award” and named as HEAVP’s 29 Women in Business Women that Rock. She has also been featured on the Live Well Network offering DIY design tips. Shunte is dedicated to providing community support through volunteering, fundraising for charities both local and statewide, professional development for small business owners and entrepreneurs, and social outings designed to empower and uplift. Website: www,WomenEmpoweringChange.org 14 BBUmagazine.com
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Dr. Johna McClendon :: Panelist ::
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r. Johna McClendon is the Leading Lady and Co-Founder of Manoah McClendon Ministries. She serves on the Board of Directors of the ministry’s non-profit 501c3, host of Johna’s Broadcasting Corner, Professor of Manoah McClendon Ministries Online Institute, Chair of the McClendon Global Foundation, and the administrator of the Food for Living Program. She is the proud wife of Pastor Manoah McClendon and mother of Zoe and Manoah McClendon II. Dr. McClendon completed a Doctorate in Educational Administration from Texas Southern University in Educational Administration with emphasis in Higher Education. She is also pursuing a Doctorate of Biblical Wisdom from the Wisdom University. She has earned her Master’s in Urban Education from Langston University and Bachelors of Science from the University of Central Oklahoma.
Dr. McClendon’s books “Triumphant: Opportunities in the Midst of Brokenness” launched Fall 2014. The motto that is the driving force of her life is Matthew 19:26; “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Website: www.manoahmcclendon.org 16 BBUmagazine.com
LaShanda Gary :: Panelist ::
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aShanda Gary is the CEO and Founder of DREAM.BUILD.SUCCESS. LaShanda has a passion for her purpose. She believes that everyone should activate their gift from God. She started developing products out of her need as her family, business, and faith expanded. As a true entrepreneur, she created many of her businesses out of her personal need. The idea of having a business and brand built around God is her VISION. With her contagious energy and an impressive roster of motivational and entrepreneurial successes, DREAM.BUILD.SUCCESS. Founder and CEO LaShanda Gary have taken empowerment to an entirely new level by helping others turn obstacles into opportunities. Gary has worked with everyone from the Political elite, to Medicaland National-winners, to, several successful business owners, lawyers, doctors and government officials throughout the United States. Her “Work the Vision” business philosophy encourages clients to take responsibility for every aspect of their lives and businesses. Gary has also developed her highly-acclaimed “Dream Builder Campaign”, a vast collection of success tools, seminars and conferences triggering exploration of self-creativity, while embracing the possibilities of a better, more fulfilling and healthier way of life. With books, newsletters, retail products, appearances and countless online outlets as part of her growing empire, Gary is able to inspire over 100,000 people yearly and shows no signs of slowing down. Website: https://ldgaryceo.com 17
Shareefah Muhammad :: Panelist ::
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hareefah Muhammad is a QRA (Quantum Reflex Analysis) Practictioner, Nutritional Lifestyle Consultant/Coach. She is also a community servant, educator, blogger, writer, presenter, and business owner of Nu Day Services and Powder Power products. As a health enthusiast with a background in biochemistry and biophysics and a Masters in Applied Clinical Nutrition, she focuses on healthy living from a holistic perspective. In truly believing that food indeed can be our medicine, she offers engaging, interactive and hands on workshops and presentations that educates her audience on varieties of health related topics. Sis. Shareefah enjoys empowering people through the life giving information provided from the Teachings of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad. She has spoken on college panels, radio shows, participated in conference workshops, and public and private school classrooms throughout the greater Houston area. In October of 2015, she helped to co-author a book (Justice Served) to help people discover better ways to make traditional meals during the holiday season to improve and maintain their physical health. She currently holds monthly health seminars at the Shrine's Event and Cultural Center where she educates the community on ways to live their lives more abundantly.
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Joy Ogrodowicz :: Panelist ::
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oy Ogrodowicz is a direct sells business owner, as a partner of Traci Lynn Fashion Jewelry. She has been in business, selling this fabulous jewelry since 2014. In doing so, she has developed lifelong relationships with phenomenal women in the Houston area by inspiring and encouraging women to think “outside the box” when it comes to their accessory fashion/style, as well, in their personal and professional lives to achieve their own personal/professional goals. Although she is serious about her business, she enjoys all things beauty and fashion where she adds her own “twist” to her personal style, and she encourages all women to do the same. She has a firm belief in the quote; “People often say that 'beauty is in the eye of the beholder”. She believes that the most liberating thing about beauty is realizing that you are the beholder.
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On the Radar â–‘ FEATURE
Teriya M Richmond MD MPH PLLC
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Occupation: Family Medicine Physician Well I am originally from the Chicagos-Austin community. My brothers and I were raised by my awesome mom. She was determined to get us through and see us become successful even when she fell ill. She encouraged us to pursue our passion and mine was medicine. Many of my friends had become pregnant before we graduated from high school. When my pediatrician, who happened to be a black female, talked to me alone about my own history I knew medicine would be the career I would pursue. I attended the illustrious Whitney Young Magnet School then headed to a small liberal arts college in Iowa on full scholarship. After graduating Sum Cum Laude, I headed to medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. When my husband Jack and I got married, I took a break from medicine and earned a Masters in Public Health. Then we headed to Houston to start my residency in Family and Community Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine. Today we have two children, Jaxon and Jazz. I also birthed another baby in my purpose called Teriya M Richmond MD MPH and Associates PLLC. My business allows me to contract with clinics or medical groups. I currently have a contract with Trumen Physicians and I am confirming two more contracts with Serenity Women's Health and Doc on Demand! I am very passionate about women's outreach and empowerment through fashion, fitness, fun, and philanthropy by creating my brand Mocha Millennium Woman!
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What services do you provide for your clients? I provide routine physicals, urgent care, Well Women exams, STD screening and treatment, healthy lifestyle motivation and advice, prenatal care, and contraception Management. What’s been the most challenging part of your career? The most challenging part of my career have been being respected as a young black female physician. What’s been the most rewarding part of your career? The most rewarding has been walking in God’s purpose for my life and taking care of his people on a day to day basis. What advice would you give an aspiring medical student? I would advise an aspiring medical student not to give up. Medical school is tough but doable.
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Tell us your Favorites! [ Fashion Trends ] I love all things leather, sequin, silk, and fur. [ Make-Up Product ] Eyebrow liner [ On a Saturday Night ] Hang with my kiddos or go dancing with my girls. [ Restaurants ] Saltgrass Red Lobster Rattan Bistro [ Movie ] Love Jones [ Book ] All books by Eliza David [ Quote ] “To Whom Much is given Much is required.� -The Bible 24 BBUmagazine.com
On the Radar
Award Recipients 2016 Women Winning Awards
Meet the Winners Tonya Burling { 26 } Kimesha Coleman { 27 } Melody Gilmore { 28 } Kristal Johnson { 29 }
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Tonya Burling
Company Name: Realm Real Estate Professionals Business/Profession: Professional Real Estate Consultant Years in business: 10 What is your personal motto? Always look back and remember those who helped you become who you are.
Who inspires you? God, my husband, and family.
How do you use your talents/skills to give back to the community? Always offer free real estate advice, counseling, and my time.
What was your biggest challenge or obstacle? How did you overcome? Self-doubt. I overcome, by just doing it.
What are your professional goals for 2016? Continuing to educate myself with the current markets and technology to become the best at what I do. 26 BBUmagazine.com
Kimesha Coleman
Company Name: Kimesha Coleman Coaching Business/Profession: Life Coaching for Domestic Violence and Abuse victims Years in business: 2 What is your personal motto? Educate, Empower, and Celebrate
What inspires you? Knowing that change happens when you change.
How do you use your talents/skills to give back to the community? Sharing my story of pain and healing with others online, in correctional facilities, youth groups, women events, churches, schools, and universities absolutely free of charge.
What was your biggest challenge or obstacle? How did you overcome? Learning to love myself. Gaining a relationship with God and learning his love for me. He gave simple strategies of practicing self love by being me. Giving love, showing gratitude, and being grateful.
What are your professional goals for 2016? Tour 10 cities reaching as many teens and women as possible sharing my story, strategies, and celebrating victory over the pain of domestic violence, teen dating violence, child molestation, depression, anxiety, worthlessness, and self-hatred. To educate, empower, and celebrate life because each day you wake up is another chance to get it right.
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Melody Gilmore
Company Name: MWG Tax & Financial Service LLC Business/Profession: Tax Company Years in business: 6 What is your personal motto? Everything will happen in God's timing not my timing.
Who inspires you? My children.
How do you use your talents/skills to give back to the community? Hosting education events, giving back to organizations, and volunteering.
What was your biggest challenge or obstacle? How did you overcome? My biggest challenge for 2016 was letting go of things that hindered my growth mentally, emotional and spiritually. Really being able to forgive people.
What are your professional goals for 2016? My Goals for 2016 expanding my company. Helping/educating thousands on how to leave legacies for their families. 28 BBUmagazine.com
Kristal Johnson
Company Name: FundJoy LLC Business/Profession: Speaker and Trainer Years in business: 3 What is your personal motto? I am a woman of undeniable faith, and I won't be deny myself of every dream God has for me. Jeremiah 29:11
What inspires you? God's anointed me, and that drives me to fulfill my purpose.
How do you use your talents/skills to give back to the community? I help nonprofit organizations find funding to support their programs. I volunteer to manage fundraisers and events for nonprofit organization. I give back by holding workshops at United Way of Greater Houston at a discounted price. This allows newly formed nonprofit organizations to attend at a discounted rate.
What was your biggest challenge or obstacle? How did you overcome? My belief used to include doubt and fear. It also included thoughts of can I move an audience or why would they listen to me? Now I speak life, by telling myself "I am enough" "I am anointed and equipped by God"
What are your professional goals for 2016? My professional goals for 2016 is to speak at a national level.
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Growing Rain By Ashley Sauls “If it never rained, nothing would grow.” Oprah Winfrey
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ave you heard the following saying, “April showers bring May flowers?” If you have, you probably were not aware of a gentleman who first inspired this phrase. Thomas Tusser wrote a collection entitled A Hundred Good Points of Husbandry. Utilizing his finesse for words and passion for farming, he captured the optimum time for a flower’s growth. He said, “Sweet April showers do spring May flowers.” This added attention to the sweetness of the rain producing new life is key. Have you embraced this same, refreshing perspective of rainy seasons? April is known for consistent rain and increased temperatures. The rain is needed to provide refreshing water to blooming flowers, which thrive in rain. The increasing heat of April is a welcome change from the frigidity of the winter months. Yet, we usually look in disdain at both conditions. We usually despise the rain, because it interrupts our plans. Unbearable heat causes us to be more aware of our environment, causing things to stick to us in discomfort. Yet, what we despise is meant for our good. Pause. Take a moment to reflect. How have you seen the rainy, sizzling seasons in your journey? Did you know these wearisome seasons would prepare you for growth, for learning, and for the correct conditions to thrive? You may have experienced a challenging April. It might have felt as if conditions in your life would never improve. You might have felt like you would succumb to the rain. You might even have felt like the heat would never cease. In spite of it all, despite of what your senses said, you have grown stronger and more resilient. Just like the beautiful flowers we love to admire. As you embrace the newness, take a few moments to reflect on your journey: 1. How have you grown in this new season? 2. How have you been nourished by the rain and heat of life? 3. How have you grown heartier and more resilient?
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Remember, the rain and the heat pruned you for greater character and greater humility. As you witness others blooming, be open to share lessons that will cause them to blossom alongside you. May you blossom as you have never blossomed before and enjoy a prosperous and amazing new season.
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Reader’s Book: Governing in Excellence Author: Gwendolyn Young Website: AMAZON Have you ever questioned how to build momentum in your business? Ever wondered what is the real purpose of your governing board or if you should even have one? Governing in Excellence provides a practical and tactical approach to outlining the differences between governance and management, why governance is so important, and what the key twelve steps of good governance are. This book contains action steps you can implement quickly to make sure your organization is governing in excellence.
Book: Fearless Woman Born to Give Thanks Author: J'Anmetra Waddell Website: AMAZON J'Anmetra is a strong advocate for victims and survivors of domestic violence. As a former Preacher's Wife, she speaks candidly about the issues of domestic violence and abuse with emphasis on empowering individuals who are victims and survivors of abuse. By educating and bringing awareness to the community, she believes survivors are the teachers who can carry the message of education, awareness, and empowerment to their families and communities.
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Lounge Book: Love Lost, My Story A Message of Hope Author: Christina Lockett Website: www.ChristinaLockett.com If you are facing challenges in your life and you are grasping for hope, this book will help you envision and build a path to healing and recovery. Minister and educator Christina Lockett bravely and transparently shares her personal story of heart break, health issues and unexpected life challenges. She openly and honestly delivers a poignant message of faith, forgiveness, and healing. Christina shows you by example how to emerge from the dust of your despair to renew your faith and hope.
Book: Notes from a Bronx Son Author: Bill Gaskin Website: www.BillGaskin.com "Notes from a Bronx Son" takes you right to the streets and heart of the people of The Hunts Point section during the 1960s and 70s. It is a time when neighborhoods were as diverse as the general assembly of the United Nations with flavors and colors from every spectrum possible. It is a story about one son in particular, but spreads its nets under many sons and daughters. Relive, revisit, or experience for the first time the music, people, and events, that contributed to change the course of our nation's history with the help of the invisible Hand of God.
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