VANGUARD AWARD HONOREES

Companies and organizations that demonstrate exemplary support for Black professionals and entrepreneurs and the Black community in large.

Ally and Advocate of the Year 2022

Comcast has a legacy of investments in providing grants and financing for Black businesses, and resources to enhance ongoing business operations. Their Comcast Rise program awarded millions of dollars in grants nationwide to support Blackowned businesses.

Black Professional Organization of the Year

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY 2022

The Miami-Dade County Black Advisory Board’s Black World Guide is a unique and effective resource promoting programs, events and activities throughout Miami-Dade County.

Ally and Advocate of the Year 2022

The foundation funds and spearheads numerous initiatives such as their Black Health Summit to address disparities and improve the delivery of healthcare in the Black community. Additionally, their funding for the South Florida Anchor Alliance could be a game changer in wealth creation for the Black Community.

Black Professional Organization of the Year

PALM BEACH COUNTY 2022

The T. Leroy Jefferson Medical Society is an exemplary Black professional organization advancing the professional growth of Black healthcare professionals. Its advocacy to address Black healthcare disparates, advance awareness education opportunities and provide scholarships is outstanding.

Ally and Advocate of the Year 2022

The Knight Foundation provides million of dollars in grants annually that benefit Black communities that enhance business creation and growth as well as support for Blacks in the arts, education and journalism.

Accomplished Black professionals and entrepreneurs building relationships, sharing information and opportunities to succeed, lead and prosper.

Connections, collaborations, and community are the new Black currency. A community of committed, and accomplished Black professionals and entrepreneurs collaborating to succeed, lead and prosper is powerful!

Nikki Lanier Racial Equity Advisory Thought Leader & Consultant Louisville, KY

Stephanie Jones, a native of Miami and a graduate of Miami Jackson Senior High (Class of 1986), is a uniquely qualified, goal-oriented executive with over 30 years of healthcare experience. Following graduation from Nova Southeastern University in 1992, Stephanie immediately began her career in healthcare, working as an Account Manager and an Underwriter for Cigna.

Stephanie quickly progressed her career, moving up the ranks into leadership roles for major healthcare organizations, including Vista Health Plan, Coventry Healthcare, and UnitedHealth Group. Stephanie joined Convey Health Solutions as the head of its newly formed Managed Care business. She progressively assumed more responsibility over the years, now serving as President of the Advanced Plan Administration operating unit.

Denise Jordan is THE Business Bridge Builder. She is a Business Networking Consultant and Speaker who is transformative at “Hello.” Known as a convincing communicator and collaborator, her expertise thrives in Business 2 Business partnerships, Senior Business Strategy, Operations, Sales Team Strategy, and Executive Organizational Development.

Denise has established herself as a multi-faceted connector who builds bridges between business leaders to not only benefit the bottom line but impact the community they serve. She has done so in part by developing successful membership growth strategies for the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce by highlighting their success stories. Her “Show” me your work” spirit resonates with clients who are looking to reach new audiences but are unknown in the community.

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Ability to get it done, no matter what. Ability to solve some of the most complex challenges in my industry with a sense of clarity and vision.

I’m writing a book about fears I’ve faced over my lifetime. Michelle Obama

PERSON(S) YOU WOULD MOST LIKE TO MEET

As President, Stephanie has P&L accountability for approximately 20% of the Company’s $400 million in annual revenue, management of strategic client relationships, and operating responsibility for over 1,500 employees in the US and the Philippines. Stephanie has a proven know-how for gaining client trust through consistent execution, customer service, operational execution, and a solutions-based approach to program oversight. She can add impactful value to the organizations and clients she serves by building relationships and delivering results.

Stephanie is a strong leader and developer of global operating teams in the US and the Philippines. Stephanie is a dynamic and fast-paced leader, strong negotiator of complex technology and services contracts, change agent, and trusted advisor to internal partners and clients. One of Stephanie’s strongest attributes is her ability to make tough decisions without compromising relationships.

SOMETHING MOST

NOT KNOW ABOUT ME

Denise Jordan’s forward-thinking has allowed her to spearhead revenue growth for the March of Dimes, marketing, and community outreach for the American Parkinson’s Association, as well as implement innovative business development for Kaplan University, generating 1.1 million dollars in student enrollments.

A graduate of the State University of New York, Denise also has a proven ability to develop small business resiliency programs, offer policy advisory on emerging technology, help female business owners scale, and produce advocacy efforts for racial equity and workforce development.

PERSON(S) YOU WOULD MOST LIKE TO MEET

WORDS THAT INSPIRE ME:

“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the road less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.”

Stephanie has been married to her college sweetheart, Morshee, for 30 years, and they have two children, Mikel and Miles, who live in Los Angeles. Stephanie and Morshee are active philanthropists and give to several local charities. Stephanie is on the Board of Directors for Miami-based Girl Power Rocks and Chairperson of Fundraising and Sustainability.

-Robert Frost

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On multiple Boards, including the Florida Atlantic University and the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, Jordan was the recipient of the 2022 Prestigious Women Awards for the South Florida Business and Wealth Magazine.

These accolades and abilities merely scrape the surface of the in-depth possibilities entrenched in Denise Jordan.

Words

THAT INSPIRE ME:

“The ultimate measure of a person is not where they stand in moments of comfort and convenience, but where one stands at times of challenge and controversy.”