EMPOWER

OUR EMPOWERMENT MOTTO WE ARE EMPOWERED BY WHAT WE LEARN AND WHAT WE ARE EXPOSED T0

At Jackson HR, we believe in building brighter futures through connections

Together, we're redefining the world of work, reshaping workplace development and diversity, equity, and inclusion outcomes, and unlocking the new workplace culture that places emphasis on people We do this by meeting today's and tomorrow's needs and understanding the fundamentals of people strategy leadership, culture, talent, re-skilling, and innovation in the workplace environment. Jackson HR is turning ideas into action to spark positive change.

For over 10 years, we've provided HR advisory services and solutions that help companies with expert and knowledgeable human resources support We reduce the burden on an internal HR department, fill in the gaps with larger companies when needed, or offer professional development, professional compliance, and regulatory guidance

Additionally, Jackson HR is in the people business and values the community's needs. As a certified women-owned business, we have committed to gender diversity programs and initiatives by creating a community for women's empowerment called "The National Women's Empowerment Ministry " Our organization thrives at fulfilling our social responsibility in providing tools and guidance on the personal and professional development of women in leadership

Place Your Order for The Little Red Networking Book

Second Edition which includes a short read on Eleshia's networking concepts for women and the strategy planner

The Little Red Networking Book and Strategy Planner provides "power tools" for deliberate and thoughtful planning for setting and achieving networking goals and facilitating business and career growth through collaborative relationship building

NETWORKING h IN RED

Our brunch is a space where women are able to network and celebrate each other Annually the National Women's Empowerment Ministry brunch with this empowered purpose We are excited about our 2023 Brunch and Retreat hosted at the Hotel At Avalon The Red Dress Brunch Experience, a weekend filled with empowered networking through the most popular networking circuits for women From Education, to Communications & Entertainment, to Women in Business through Careers or Entrepreneurship and lastly, Politics and Government, our faith based community is here to propel women to the next level

What sets us apart from other women organizations is that due to our collaborative leadership style and culture, the Womens’ Empowerment Ministry embraces true Christcentered relationships that are called to serve, build up other women, and strengthen the women community We can accomplish more through unity and collaborative relationships and thats’our empowerment motto!

The National Womens’ Empowerment Ministry is one of the national organizations building bridges across multiple platforms We are known for empowering other women through community events, programs, and workshops, as well as providing tools and resources for the growth and development for the women's community

F O U N D E R S N O T E

Growing up I always knew that I was a leader and that I would be influential one day in my community I just did not know how. As I began to serve in the church growing up, God gave me a heart for Women’s Ministry. And I understood that what a woman does comes from whom she believes she is. I believed that although I had struggles in my career, understanding how to be a wife, a mom, a daughter, a mentor, and a leader in the church, my destiny was tied to helping other women discover their God-given purpose and talents to impact the church and the world. My struggles led me on a journey to discover my own power through learning and exposure. And believe it or not, this is why I believe "we are empowered by what we learn and what we are exposed to I thank God daily for the journey he took me on for empowered discovery Currently, I serve serve as CO- Pastor alongside my husband, LEAD Pastor Tony Cash of The Leadership Church I am the CEO of Jackson HR & Administrative Services LLC, Ydennek Girls Who Lead Foundation and Founder Of The National Women’s Empowerment Ministry And through all of these organizations I am in the business of serving Women and Girls, which is my empowered pleasure

Eleshia V. Cash

Eleshia V. Cash Founder & CEO

COLLABORATION OVER COMPETITION

Collaboration is about WE, not about me!

Black women are the fastest-growing demographic of entrepreneurs in the U S , with nearly 2 7 million businesses nationwide Moreover, Black female founders earn an average revenue of just $24,000, compared to $142,900 among all women-owned businesses

Do Black Women Need to Pivot and Re-Consider Solo Entrepreneurship and Combine their business with another business to collaborate and bring in more $$$$?

Are Black Women Ready for this?

WATCH The Women In Blazers Show as we discuss the strategy of Collaborative Entrepreneurship with The Pivot Coach, Ms. Britney “Jeanine” Candidate, founder of Pivot to Launch, a disruptive business coaching firm based in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia (Show available on YouTube)

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LEADERSHIP

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MENTORSHIP & SPONSORSHIP EXPOSURE

COLLABORATIVE PERSPECTIVES

This year’s

theme is Conversations From The Heart

In honor of Heart Health Awareness Month, The Red Dress Experience has curated professional development workshops, and coaching sessions for empowering female leaders and having heart-toheart conversations addressing the unique challenges specific to black women in business, corporate, non-profit, education, government, and faith-based community entities These conversations with leaders will help them reduce stress, promote having a healthy heart, and prepare them for professional growth

Our Purpose:

According to the article Lean In On: Where companies should focus to improve diversity, "Gains since 2019 have been much greater in the C-suite than at lower levels, and they have benefited white women more than women of color To drive sustainable progress for all women, companies need to take action to address two systemic weak points in the corporate pipeline: the “broken rung” in promotions at the first step up to manager, which leaves women dramatically underrepresented in mid-level management, and the sharp drops in the representation of women of color at every level of advancement These gaps largely explain why we see so few women and almost no women of color in senior leadership "

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION LEARN

ABOUT OUR SPEAKERS

Poet Andrea Mills

Juliet hall Lunch&LearnSpeaker

"I had many wins and challenges during my 20-year stint in corporate America. Eventually, I discovered my thriving space and area of genius; it felt like a natural extension of me. As my self-confidence grew, the people around me noticed and began to promote me in my newly discovered authority. I was operating in my gift, and my gift was attracting opportunities. I believe leveraging our unique gifts in the right environment is how we thrive and offer tremendous value to those we serve."

Juliet Hall is the principal of Juliet Hall INC, a leadership consulting firm based in Atlanta, GA Dedicated to igniting a purpose-filled passion in others, Juliet helps leaders who are at a professional crossroads to pursue their own self-discovery, develop their natural talents, and maximize their leadership potential

A graduate of Spelman College and the Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia, Juliet is a national speaker and compelling voice on the topics of self-maximization, inclusive leadership and women ’ s empowerment

HONOREES Award Descriptions

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SEARCY

“Woman of Power Award "

The Woman of Power Award is the National Women's Empowerment Ministry highest women's empowerment award that recognizes the woman who has made the greatest stride in redefining influence and is changing the way our country thinks about women leading across multiple platforms

18 L. DENISE

WELLS

“ Woman of Influence Award”

Award recognizes high-achieving women who exemplify effective leadership and has served in an executive leadership role as a C- Suite Executive, Board of Directors, or Executive Leader of a large public, private, not-for-profit, or government organization These women are innovators and change-makers who are committed to developing and implementing new approaches to achieving gender parity within their organizations, and beyond They've blazed a trail either personally or professionally and continue to empower other women to follow

20 JAN JACKSON

"The Business Woman On The Move Award"

The Business Woman on The Move Award is presented to an individual that has recently been promoted, accomplished a big career goal, or even exceed margins in her own business Additionally, they exemplify a strong sense of self, a successdriven work ethic, and the extraordinary accomplishments to show for it

"The First Responder Leadership Award " recognizes a standout female in public safety who has demonstrated leadership in difficult situations with poise and professionalism They are advocates for females in leadership and have worked diligently to uphold the safety and security of the community (police officers, sheriff’s deputies, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), and firefighters )

16 3 FRIENDS TALK PODCASTLEAH J. MILLER, PHARMD, COURTNEY VILLERE JONES, PHARMD, SYLVIA PERRY, PHARMD

"Extraordinary

Women In Collaboration Award”

The Extraordinary Women In Collaboration Award recognizes women that are empowered by the importance of effective collaborative relationships within and across disciplines to tackle difficult issues These women exemplify what is working and what is possible when two parties come together to achieve a shared goal Additionally, This award honors individuals who have been inspirational to Black Women worldwide by shattering barriers and creating opportunities for a new generation of women

19 EMILY MASSEY

"The

Excellence In Education Award"

The Excellence in Education Award recognizes outstanding school leaders and school district leaders and the vital role they play in guiding students and schools to excellence

21 ROBIN LATIMORE

“The Outstanding Women In Business Award" presented to female entrepreneurs, executives, and employees, who exemplify several traits a strong sense of self, a success-driven work ethic, and extraordinary accomplishments to show for it

23 MARIAN MCDANIEL

"Behavioral Health Leadership Award"

recognizes a female leader in mental health or a substance use treatment counselor, provider, and/or an organization that is saving lives, and helping communities thrive by paving the way for progress through mental wellness and awareness

HONOREES

Award Descriptions

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JARNEEN BROWN

"The Woman of Entertainment Award "

is presented to a woman who works in the entertainment industry that has made a significant impact on amplifying the voices of women of color and has created, produced, and/or performed content and/or events that reflect the lives and experiences of women of color A nominee in this category is a creator, has a strong sense of self, and a success-driven work ethic in any aspect of entertainment, including (but not limited to) film, music, theatre, spoken word, media (i e television and radio), etc , as well as female entrepreneurs in any of these aspects, and have notable and extraordinary accomplishments to show in the field of entertainment

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BRENDAL DAVIS

"The Women In Ministry Award" is presented to an individual in ministry that puts the needs of others first by mentoring, developing, and helping others perform at an optimum level

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DEISHA BARNETT

“Inspirational Woman of The Year Award"

The inspirational Woman of The Year Award is presented to an individual that leads on purpose, lives on purpose, and inspires on purpose She is a modernday hero, who turned trials into triumph and whose courage, confidence, commitment, and service inspire and empower other women Additionally, they exemplify a strong sense of self, a success-driven work ethic, and extraordinary accomplishments to show for it

25 ADDISON ROBINSON

" She Got Next Award"

The She Got Next Award is presented to a Next Gen Female Leader who actively seeks ways to maximize her own potential and has a proven record of leadership on her college campus and/or professional setting

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KRISTINA NEWTON

"Raising The Profile Award"

Recognizes an individual for acts or contributions that raise public awareness for more female representation in the business, community, or faithbased sectors through media outlets, development programs, and professional platform

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SHAY'NA FIELDS

"The Black Girl Magic Award ' honors and celebrate women in business such as; senior-level executives, entrepreneurs, and CEOs below age 40 for their creativity and business development

These women have mastered their industries and are admired by the business community

WOMAN OF POWER AWARD

Alisha Thomas Searcy

Alisha T. Searcy is recognized as a renowned motivational sp thought leader in the areas of politics, nonprofits and educat featured as a subject-matter expert in major publications to New York Times, The Washington Post, CSPAN, Georgia Trend, Ebony and Essence magazines.

LEADER

Alisha Thomas Searcy is a transformational education leader, champion for students, educators and parents, and is not afraid to defy the odds. In fact, exceeding expectations remains a constant that has etched her legacy and defined her career as a leader.

At the age of 23, Searcy made history as the first African American to serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing residents of Cobb County the third largest county in metro Atlanta years later, Searcy’s righteous leadership continues to have a longstanding footprint in the region and Georgia state history. Searcy, elected to six terms in the Georgia House of Representatives, served on the Education, Appropriations and Health & Human Services committees. She coauthored the state’s Teacher and Leader Evaluation System, and authored the state intra-district transfer law, allowing parents to choose the best public school within their district for their students, regardless of zip code. Additionally, she co-authored the state’s constitutional amendment that created the State Charter Schools Commission; and was appointed by former U S Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, to a bipartisan working group on K-12 education

Her prowess as an education leader drove the success of her and her team as Superintendent of Schools at Ivy Preparatory Academies – a network of all-girls public schools of excellence.

Steadfast in her commitment to students, parents and educators, Alisha is now the CEO of her own education leadership consulting firm, AT Morgan Enterprises. She uses her unique background as a policy maker, practitioner, and nonprofit leader to work with schools, school districts, local and national education non-profit organizations to improve educational outcomes for students; mentor and support leaders and help create systems that meet the needs of students and their families.

The Collaboration Award

Sitting down to listen to Dr Leah, Dr Courtney and Dr Sylvia of 3 friends TALK is like sitting down to have a conversation with your girlfriends It feels familiar, those precious moments we all treasure with our best friends whether over coffee or cocktails

Armed with their credentials and over 30 years of combined in-the-field experience, these three pharmacists, working in nontraditional roles, are your go-to for health, friends, and fun The show is centered around science-based truths presented in a relatable way No fancy medical jargon here, but plain and clear language making potentially life-saving information easily digestible for anyone and everyone

3 friends TALK is rooted in the culture The show was created by three southern women forever bonded through their HBCU education at Xavier University of Louisiana 3 friends TALK is grounded in sisterhood, a bond made stronger through each doctor’s individual commitment to her respective sorority; Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc , Delta Sigma Theta, Inc , and Zeta Phi Beta, Inc

The goal of 3 friends TALK, is to share the truth about health physical and mental health with communities of color in a fun and engaging way, ensuring that listeners learn, know, apply, and share

3 friends TALK is fun, authentic, and here to provide reliable information

While the white coats do come off for the show, the expertise and leadership are always present By choosing to spend time with 3 friends TALK, friends and listeners have the opportunity to gain practical tips, tools, and how-to’s they need to live their best lives

Connect with 3 friends TALK by joining their community at 3friendstalk com, subscribing to their podcast on your favorite podcast platform, and leaving a 5-star review!

DR. LEAH J. MILLER

Dr. Leah J. Miller is a clinical pharmacist with more than 15 years of experience in the field of specialty pharmacy services. Upon completion of her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Xavier University College of Pharmacy in New Orleans, LA, Dr. Leah returned to Memphis, TN to serve in her hometown community She has been an integral team member at one of the country’s first specialty pharmacies, serving in capacities such as staff fulfillment pharmacist, drug file pharmacist, and pharma purchasing and contracts pharmacist

DR. SYLVIA PERRY

Dr Sylvia Perry is a nationally recognized pharmacist, two-time best-selling author, speaker, and consultant specializing in pharmacy implementation and administration. Through her consulting programs, Dr. Sylvia builds profitable pharmacies by helping pharmacy owners enhance their offerings and expand their reach to serve more patients. She is the founder of PharmD Consultants of Texas, which provides consultant pharmacists throughout the state

DR. COURTNEY VILLERE JONES

As one of the nation’s leading Pharmacists in Managed Care, Dr. Courtney Villere Jones is a Clinical Pharmacist, who is the Director of all Clinical Pharmacy Operations for a major Pharmacy Benefit Manager corporation in Atlanta, GA With more than 15 years of experience, Courtney is passionate about improving her patients’ overall health and well-being. She is also a sought-after health consultant, mentor, motivational speaker, and podcaster.

L. DENISE WELLS Woman of Influence Award

L Denise Wells is an Executive Director of Public Relations and Communications, a results-driven thought leader with extensive experience delivering visionary leadership and designing high-impact instructional and professional development training She is passionate about helping others craft their messaging for easy translation, while strategically developing platforms for success This talented speaker, teacher and coach is a first generation graduate of the University of Georgia now serving as the first African-American female elected to UGA’s Board of Advisors for the Franklin College of Arts & Sciences She also serves on the institution’s Board of Visitors and is a member of the university’s esteemed Heritage Society Denise is an ISO certified Diversity, Equity & Inclusion advocate, award-winning author and benefactor of the Ruby Dee Legacy of Sisterhood Scholarship – a meritbased award provided annually to a female collegiate studying Humanities

DR. EMILY ABRAMS MASSEY Excellence In Education Award

Dr Emily Abrams Massey is a nationally recognized Turnaround Principal, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Associate Superintendent of Schools, Adjunct Professor, Principal Mentor and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with over 30 years of leadership experience with exceptional levels of achievement and impact

As a native of Thomasville, Georgia, she is the daughter of career educators who served Thomasville City and Thomas County students for a combined 62 years Dr Abrams Massey attended Fort Valley State University and received a B S and M S in Zoology and Middle Grades Education respectively She also attended Clark Atlanta University where she received her Educational Specialist (ED S) degree and Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership (ED D)

In 2015, Dr Abrams-Massey was named Associate Superintendent for Atlanta Public Schools where she supported the turnaround zone which encompassed 22 schools in the Douglass, Jackson, and Washington clusters Dr Abrams Massey successfully led the district’s day one process where she leads a division and departmental cross-functional team where she tracks over 7500 tasks required for a quality day one experience Her leadership has garnered the highest level of proficiency since inception with a 98% task completion rate by day one She was also the lead for the Harvard University Turnaround Initiative for principal development and developed the training course and aligned simulations for the managing operations component of the aspiring leader’s program She also led the TNTP school turnaround support initiative in her clusters and supported countless district initiatives Under her leadership schools thrived and student achievement increased exponentially

In 2017, Dr Massey founded the educational consulting company called The Principal Dynamic Her company ’ s comprehensive suite of services include national speaking engagements, principal and organizational leader coaching, and district office leadership consulting on instructional leadership and planning, strategic planning and strategy prioritization, managing operations, fiscal management, community relations, human resource management and talent, branding, and data usage and disaggregation

Dr Massey also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Clark Atlanta University in the Department of Educational Leadership, a Principal Mentor for the Georgia State University Principal’s Center, and Educational Consultant with the Georgia Department of Education The company services multiple school districts and provides consulting and professional development and consulting collaborations with national educational leads

Jan Jackson

BUSINESS WOMAN ON THE MOVE AWARD

Jan Jackson is the Owner and Creative Director of the Bella Grind Brand. Her mission is to provide a space for black women ’ s voices to be elevated and their stories celebrated via media platforms, inspirational apparel, and empowerment events. The Bella Grind Podcast and Magazine is a space for black women's stories to be celebrated while the SIMPLY JAN vlog captures her daily grind as an entrepreneur balancing family and friendships. Bella Grind Apparel is empowerment clothing with positive messages of self-love and POWER This clothing line is for the woman who lives out loud and stands boldly in her truth Lastly, the Bella Grind Alliance is an outreach initiative to give back to others via signature events, service projects, mentoring, and speaking engagements Jan Jackson prides herself on being a servant leader who is a bridge that connects people to people and people to opportunity She strives to transform communities into a place where black and brown women and families can thrive by designing equitable opportunities and building coalitions around inclusion and empowerment

Mrs Jackson is also an educational leader in the field of education where she serves educators by engaging and building purposeful professional development, policies, and practices to support all educators She has over twenty years of experience which includes mentoring, strategic planning, program development, and leading teams Mrs Jackson is a visionary who has used the skills she honed as an educator to become a successful businesswoman She is the founder and past Chief Executive Officer of the Books for Miles Foundation whose mission is to promote the joy of literacy among disadvantaged children and youth in underserved metro Atlanta locations by donating books, creating children's libraries, and participating in reading initiatives with community-based organizations Her foundation has donated over 10,000 children’s books to schools, shelters, and learning centers nationally

She is a member of the South Fulton Chamber’s Education Committee in Fulton County, Georgia where she leads efforts to promote resources that support economic development and opportunities to forge strategic business-school partnerships She is a founding member of the South Fulton Mental Health Collaborative, a partnership with Fulton County Schools, the South Fulton Parent Group, and Odyssey Family Counseling which seeks to connect parents and youth to resources that support education, health, and wellness Lastly, she expands her work with diversity, equity, and inclusion by serving on the Board of Directors for GendHer, an organization that seeks to increase women and girls’ ability to navigate the political system and advocate for laws that impact them and their families In her spare time, Jan Jackson enjoys traveling with her family, managing her personal brand, Bella Grind, LLC, and serving as a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, INC, and Junior League of Atlanta

WOMAN IN BUSINESS AWARD Robin Latimore

Robin started singing as a little girl for devotion at her mother’s revival services and in church “When your mom is the minister, you don’t have a choice ” It was her parents who sparked her musical interest Her dad had a passion for traditional and contemporary jazz as well as big band swing, and her mom pushed gospel and inspirational music Together, Robin acquired a love for these two genres more than any other

She is a graduate of The Fort Valley State University She joined her first band in 1988 She is no stranger to R & B, Rap, Country Western, and other alternative genres Robin is influenced by her idols Phyllis Hyman, Lalah Hathaway, Oleta Adams, The Clark Sisters, Maysa Leak, Karen Carpenter, Roberta Flack, Jennifer Holiday, and Stevie Wonder

With all this, Robin could not (and would not) escape her gospel heritage She started working as a choir director in Warner Robins, Georgia at the age of nineteen and has continued to share her views on gospel music as well as teaching it with different denominational churches “It gives me such a rush when gospel music is sung and ministered with passion ” She continues to do this same type of work, as she is the current choir director at St Mark AME church in Atlanta, Ga

Currently, Robin is the lead vocalist for her band "Robin Latimore and Friends " and performs regularly with Joe Gransden and his 16piece big band She has shared the stage with jazz greats Rachelle Ferrell, Phil Perry, Maysa, Johnathan Butler, Michael Franks, and Jeff Lorber Robin has been the featured vocalist for the Ritz Carlton Downtown Atlanta, where she performed for all signature ballroom brunches for 7 years You can also catch her around town on weekends at various clubs, restaurants, and lounges Robin is also a producer of shows, as she hosts and produces Gospel Jazz Brunch each Sunday at St James Live She periodically hosts various acts for the City Winery and Kat’s Café She is currently planning the opening of her lounge, The Robin’s Nest, coming soon

Robin is the CEO of The Robin Latimore Foundation, whose mission is to educate the community on prevention techniques and best practices regarding four types of cancer Those cancers include Breast, Colon, Prostate, and Cervical cancers “We satisfy this goal by conducting quarterly lunch and learn series throughout the metro Atlanta area or as often as they are requested, FOR FREE!” Robin also celebrates 10 years of accomplishing that as well as the 2nd part of her mission: helping cancer diagnosed college students and their families by awarding scholarships annually and those high school seniors diagnosed with cancer and have been accepted to college with dreams of their own We also assist those students whose parent or an immediate family member has cancer and need financial assistance Visit www.robinlatimorefoundation.org for more information

MONICA JOHNSON BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LEADERSHIP AWARD

Monica Johnson, MA, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) is the Director of 988 & Behavioral Health Crisis Coordinating Office at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)/U S Health & Human Services Department (HHS) In this role, she is responsible for overseeing SAMHSA’s primary aspirations regarding the launch of the threedigit number, 988, including strengthening the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and enhancing broader behavioral health crisis services

Ms Johnson has worked in the behavioral health field for 26 years Prior to the appointment at SAMHSA, she served as the Interim Commissioner for the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) Prior to this appointment by the Governor, she served in other key leadership roles as at DBHDD as the Division Director for Behavioral Health for 8 years, the Community Mental Health Director for 3 years, and the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Director for 1 year

Ms Johnson has worked in community behavioral health in a variety of clinical, management and leadership roles, including program development and implementation of federally funded initiatives Ms Johnson has overseen and successfully implemented several programs funded through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention & Department of Education

Ms Johnson earned an undergraduate degree in Psychology (minor in Communications) from Kennesaw State University and a graduate degree in Professional Counseling / Psychology at Argosy University Ms Johnson is a proud Alumnus of the Georgetown University Leadership Academy and a recipient of the Intensive Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Schizophrenia Certification at the Aaron T Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy in Philadelphia Ms Johnson is also a proud fellow in the Milbank Memorial Fund Leadership Fellows Program

Ms. Johnson is the author of the book, Fab 30: Critical Leadership Lessons for Women. She is most passionate about developing future female leaders and promoting mental health wellness in our communities Ms Johnson resides in the metropolitan Atlanta, GA area with her husband, Richard Johnson, and sons, Noah and Micah

Marian McDaniels

FIRST RESPONDER LEADER AWARD

On December 8, 2020, she was appointed Fire Chief, making her the 12th African American Female Fire Chief in the United States and not only the First African American but also the First Woman Fire Chief in the history of Rockdale County Fire Rescue

A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Marian McDaniel began her fire service career with the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department (1998) where during her tenure she held the following positions: Firefighter/Paramedic, Fire Lieutenant - Office of Professional Standards, Captain – Public Information Officer, Captain – Emergency Medical Service, Section Chief – Office of Professional Standards, and Assistant Chief - Emergency Medical Services

After her retirement from Atlanta Fire Rescue (September 2017), Marian joined Rockdale County Fire Rescue as the Deputy Fire Chief of Administration (October 2017) As Deputy Fire Chief, Marian was instrumental in the recruitment of more African American men and women into the Fire Service She accomplished this by hosting one of Rockdale County’s largest job fairs (2018). Rockdale County Fire Rescue have 142 personnel. Prior to the job fair, only five of Rockdale County Fire Rescue personnel were African American To date, there are 30 African American men and women serving the citizens and communities of Rockdale County Marian was also instrumental in the management of the department’s 11 million dollar budget in addition to the development and implementation of the department’s budget reduction strategies.

Fire Chief at Rockdale County Fire Rescue

Examples of her most highly regarded responsibilities relatetoachievingsomeofRCFR’sprimaryAdministrative Initiatives These initiatives will be instrumental in the success of the department both internally and externally Positioned under three Organizational Priorities (Emergency Preparedness and Response, Customer Service, and PIER - Public Information, Education, and Relations) are the following internal measures: Insurance Service Office Class Rating, and Target Hazard Identification/Preplanning Likewise, external measures include the Implementation of the Rockdale County EmergencyPreparednessInstitute,CitizensFireAcademy, Youth Explorers Program Website Enhancements, and PublicServiceAnnouncements

Her educational experiences consist of a Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management from Grand Canyon University (2010) and a Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Industrial and Organizational Psychology also from Grand Canyon University (2012) She is also a graduate of the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute (2011) Marian is also a National andStatecertifiedParamedic

MarianisaproudmemberoftheStoneMountain-Lithonia Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc as well as a member of The National Coalition of 100 Black Women,INC-MECCAChapter

She has three beautiful children and three handsome grandsonswhoaffectionallycallherGigi

JARNEEN CHANEY BROWN WOMEN IN ENTERTAINMENT AWARD

Jarneen Chaney Brown is a prolific speaker with a special flare for offering practical and applicable solutions for the worries and issues that plague many of our lives She is an extraordinary orator that takes her audiences on a path of self-discovery as she shares her own relatable life’s journey

Actress, Model Singer, and Personal Trainer Jarneen Chaney Brown is a native of Atlanta, Georgia Not only is Jarneen talented, a go-getter with a dynamic personality, but she is also a woman of substance and intellect Brown holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a concentration in music from Talladega College, upon being a graduate from Avondale High School Center of the Performing Arts where she was a member of the show choir and the gospel choir As a teen she and her sister performed at the Apollo Theatre in New York City During this time, she also performed with a group called The Parents’ Resource Institute for Drug Education (PRIDE), traveling around the world, spreading the message to teens about living a drug-free lifestyle through song, skit and dance

After graduating from College, Chaney returned to Atlanta and began pursuing her career in acting and modeling. She has held roles and features in several movies: Through Talented Eyes, Three Can Play That Game, and Tyler Perry’s Daddy’s Little Girls, Atlanta Heat1&2, Changes Sitcom, All for Mylove Sitcom, The Chronicles of Passion and most recently Burning Bridges. She acted as a stand-in in Perry’s television series “Meet the Browns ” , ” Why Did I Get Married” as well as “A Family That Preys”. She has done commercials for the Jim Ellis Hyundai, Burger King with Rainforest, Cellular Phones for Eiden and JR Crickets. She was the featured cover model for Bronner Brothers Magazine, Celebrity Lace Wigs, as well as cover for Profitable Dentist Magazine She is certainly a rising star and has been careful and deliberate in shaping her experiences to offer talent versatility

#GETFITBYJ IS A PLACE WHERE WOMEN CAN COME TO TRANSFORM THEIR BODIES.

ADDISON ROBINSON SHE GOT NEXT AWARD

Addison has shown her determination to be a positive asset to her community through her educational endeavors at Mercer Addison graduated a year early with a bachelor's in Africana Studies and Journalism She always knew she wanted to attend law school, but she wanted to get some work experience first While working for Bank of America, and helping members of the Macon community meet their financialgoalsandbecomefinanciallyfree,sheobtainedherMBAfromMercer AfterleavingBankofAmerica,Addisonbegantopreparefor lawschool

Considered a high achiever, she studied for the LSAT while she went on to Progressive Insurance She was a claims adjuster and developed her interpersonal and problem-solving skills as she helped Macon community members get back on the road as quickly as possible after motor vehicle accidents Throughout all of this, Addison explored her creative outlet and got more immersed in the Macon community by starting her own photography business which helped her develop invaluable relationships with other Macon moguls She is truly a jack of all trades

Thoughherjourneytolawschoolwasn'tlinear,sheobtainedanacceptancewithascholarshiptotheprestigiousMercerUniversitySchoolof Law Addison is very passionate about leading her community to freedom through education and financial endeavors She hopes to be a corporate or in-house lawyer where she can diversify business dealings that affect her community and eventually get enough practice to open her own firm where she will use her education, passion, and experiences to help members of her community maintain sustainable businessesandpracticesthatwillleadtogenerationalwealth AddisonreflectstheMercercommunityinapositivewayandupongraduating fromlawschool,shewillbeatriplebear

At Mercer University School of Law, Addison has already emerged as a student leader She was elected by her peers to be a 1l RepresentativeontheexecutiveboardoftheMercerBlackLawStudentsAssociationchapter Inthisrole,shemakessurestheneedsofher peers are heard and met She is also responsible for leading the programming of events that will raise money for the chapter In addition to this, Addison was also selected to be a 1L Representative for a bar prep vendor, Barbri Based on her own experience, she understands the disparitythatblackstudentsfacewhenitcomestopassingstandardizedlegalexams(LSATandtheBar)duetolackofaccesstoresources and lack of knowledge of said resources In this role, she is responsible for educating students about the importance of Bar prep and specifically,whytheyshouldchooseBarbri,oneoftheleadingvendorsinthenation

BRENDAL DAVIS WOMEN IN MINISTRY AWARD

Brendal Bass Davis is a gifted, on-purpose woman of excellence She is a wife, mother, ordained minister, certified coach/facilitator, and author.

In June 2019, Brendal was among the first inductees in the Thomasville – Thomas County GA Native Trailblazer Hall of Fame She acknowledged her calling to Ministry in January 2000; on August 7, 2005, Brendal received her ordination On April 5, 2017, she received a Professional Life Coaching Certification from the American Association of Christian Counselors.

Brendal is the founder and C E O of Spirit of Excellence Ministry (S.O.E.M.) Inc. (www luv2inspire net) in Stonecrest, GA Brendal is often called an "Inspiralist." She passionately inspires individuals to move from where they are to where God wants them to be by teaching the practical application of the Word of God and by example. Brendal published her first book, I Will Not Be Quiet About It, in June 2021

She gets joy from coaching young women in ministry to be who they are and do what God created them to do. God has opened doors for her to minister and train in various venues – church services, church staff retreats, women's retreats and conferences, women and children shelters, transition facilities, and State and Federal agencies

Brendal enjoyed a 40-year career in Human Resources Management/Administration in th public sector She knows that her career – from entry-level to management ranks - was a part o her ministry She served in many leadership role during her career, and on every level, Brenda intentionally demonstrated God's love for Hi people

As a training consultant, Brendal has als designed, developed, and facilitated trainin focusing on change, success, and persona development

Shebringstoeveryengagementpreaching,speaking, teaching, facilitating, and coaching lessons from a lifetime of ministry to people with diverse backgrounds; her journey as a Federally Employed Woman,awealthofleadership,humanresources,and ministry training; coaching and facilitator certifications;andvaluablelifeexperiences

Her core message is "success with excellence," biblically known as abundant life She currently holds a trademark with the United States Patent and TrademarkOffice: [Sept2015]

Spirit of Excellenc Ministry, Inc. is carrying out its mission to" inspire the spirit of excellence and encouragelifeonpurpose"through:

The Willie E (Dave) (WEDD)Scholarship Program; TeachersAppreciationevents; TheMotivatorsPrayerGroup; The Building United Strong Relations (B.U.S.R) Program;and TheOn-purposeWomanofExcellenceretreat. Blessandencouragewithasmile Beacreatorofsuccess;and BeademonstrationofGod'slove"

Brendal Bass Davis says, "I desire to finish strong by fulfillingmydivinepurposeto:

KRISTINA NEWTON RAISING THE PROFILE AWARD

Passionate about STEM education, equity, and representation of historically under-represented girls in leadership and technology.

Kristina Newton has worked for over 15 years in the technology and social impact sectors Born and raised in Lake Charles, LA, Kristina received her Computer Engineering degree from Prairie View A&M University, which explains her true love for southern culture and HBCU pride

Kristina moved to Atlanta, GA in 2006 and started her career as a technology consultant for Accenture where she would go on to develop business intelligence & analytical software solutions for several companies and industries worldwide After 7 years in the traditional technology development space, Kristina’s passions led her to explore the intersection skill, technology, purpose, and social good Leading the development of new programs for organizations such as Adventures In Missions, Girls Who Code, Technology Association of Georgia - Education Collaborative, and Wright Now Solutions, she developed a unique niche for developing people, creating innovative programs, and connecting underserved populations to opportunities and resources that help create sustained economic freedom and socioeconomic mobility

It’s this developed skillset, partnered with passion and personal experience, that has led to her successful entry into the roles of Nonprofit Organization Founder and Executive Director of Hope for Youth, Inc - more fondly referred to as HYPE HYPE is a nonprofit organization that empowers historically underrepresented girls with technology skills and prepares them to become future leaders in tech careers, cultivating a pipeline of diverse talent for the tech industry With a signature International Experience program and train-the-train model, HYPE Scholars grow in confidence, civic mindedness & global awareness while preparing to make a difference in their communities and the world through STEAM.

Kristina is a highly respected and regarded leader in the non-profit and social impact ecosystems, garnering rewards and recognition from organizations nationwide such as: Georgia Department of Education Building Opportunities in Out-of-School Time (BOOST) Grant Recipient and Advisory Council Member; 2022 Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women Impact Grant Recipient, 2022 Black Girl Freedom Fund Grantee;

2022 TEDx Emory Speaker; 2021 Women in Tech Woman of the Year in STEAM Education Finalist , One In a Millennial Award Finalist in the STEM Education Leader Category; Winner of The Balancing Act Atlanta Pitch Competition and television feature; Selection into the 2020 cohort of the Women’s Entrepreneurship Initiative powered by Invest Atlanta; 2020 TEDx Pace Academy Speaker; Recognition as a GoodieNation Intentionally Good Founder of Tech Training Programs; 2019 Victory World Church True Woman of Courage Recipient; 2019 Spanx by Sara Blakely Foundation CCI Fellow; and 2018 Center for Civic Innovation Fellow

Kristina is passionate about empowering girls and young women to live lives full of hope, driven by love, and void of fear Over the past 5 years, under Kristina’s leadership, HYPE has experienced exponential growth yearover-year in revenue, student recruitment & retention, corporate partnership, and impact in the lives of over 800 girls internationally.

While these recognitions are a testament to the Kristina’s impact in the entrepreneurship and STEM education ecosystems, she is most proud of her identity as a Child of God and her relationship with Jesus Christ In her spare time, Kristina enjoys live music, adventure & travel, and exploring new foods to eat alongside her best friend and life partner, Brandon; and her favorite Labradoodle, Duchess

DEISHA BARNETT

INSPIRATIONAL WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD

Deishaisanaccomplishedleaderandcorporateboard directorwhocounselsCEOs,shapesstrategies, advocatesforinclusionandbuildshigh-performing teamsSheisapassionatedriveroftransformationand results–whetherengagingmedia,investors,analysts, consumers,employeesorcommunitystakeholders

DeishaisontheboardofdirectorsforUrbanSkinRx,a skincarebrandfordiverseskintonesSheisthe executivesponsorofthecompany’sdiversity,equity andinclusion(DEI)committee

Deishaisalsopresidentofglobalcommunicationsand contentatUPSwheresheleadsstorytellingtargeting UPS’sworkforceandexternalstakeholdersHerteam guideseditorialplanning,socialmedia,creativeservices, executivecommunicationsandenvironmental,socialand governancecommunicationsstrategy

Previously,DeishaledtheMetroAtlantaChamber’s brandcommunicationsteamandwastheorganization’s firstheadofDEIHerworkspannedcommunications, socialmedia,traditionalmarketingandtheregion’s millennialandgenZ-targetedmovement,ChooseATL ShewasalsothearchitectbehindATLActionforRacial Equitywhichaimstoaddresstheeffectsofsystemic racisminthecommunityandworkplace

Fornearlyadecade,Deishawasaseniorleaderin Walmart'scommunicationsteamCrisisandfinancial communications, consumer public relations, philanthropycommunications,DEIcommunicationsand CEO-positioningareamongtheareasthatfellunderher leadership Deisha’s fingerprints helped position Walmartasaninnovativebusiness,trustedbrandand responsiblecorporatecitizen

DeishastartedhercareerinKetchum’sconsumer brandsandmulticulturalmarketingpracticesSheis knownforherauthenticleadership,highenergyand impactfulapproachtostorytellingPRWeekdescribed herasa“prowhorepresentsthefutureofPR”

Deisha was named the 2022 Woman of Excellence by the United Way of Greater Atlanta Her nonprofit board service includes: the Atlanta Conventions and Visitors Bureau, the University of Georgia Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communications, the Atlanta Press Club, the Grady Health Foundation, and communications committees for Super Bowl LIII and the 2020 NCAA Men’s Final Four

Deisha is a proud wife, mom and alumna of Clark Atlanta University (CAU) She has a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications with a concentration in public relations Her alma mater honored her with its 2022 Pathways to Excellence Award, one of the highest honors given to CAU alumni

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BLACK GIRL MAGIC AWARD Shay'na Fields

Born in Miami, Florida, native of Atlanta, Georgia & graduate of Georgia State University, Shay’na is known for using creative innovation to engage the culture and the community. During her collegiate years, Shay’na began working at the grassroots, local, state, and federal level. Her leadership experience includes serving as state Political Action Chair for the Georgia NAACP Youth & College Division, legislative aide for GA State Representative Roger Bruce, intern for U.S. Congressman Hank Johnson under the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, & Civic Engagement Chair for the Greater Washington Urban League’s Thursday Network in DC.

Today, Shay’na works with the #1 Fortune 500 retailer in the world, as Manager of Walmart’s Racial Equity Public Policy Portfolio In her role, Shay’na is responsible for advising leadership on the best equitable policies for systemic & historic change

She works in partnership with state, federal, and Internal stakeholders to provide policy recommendations on issues in health, education, criminal justice, and finance.

As Shay’na continues her leadership endeavors from Washington D C, she aspires to develop the next generation of leaders into fearless & Authentic world changers.

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TonyCash

AUTHOR | FINANCIAL EXPERT | COACH

About Me

TonyCashisatwotimebestsellingauthor,personalfinanceexpertandhostoftheweeklydigital show,"TheCashOut"seenonYouTubeandFacebook.,Tonyhashelpedpeopletakecontrolof theirmoney,buildwealthandenhancetheirlivesHealsoservesasLeadPastorofTheLeadership ChurchlocatedinmetroAtlanta

Tonyhas20plusyearsofprovenexpertiseinleadingcustomer-facingorganizationsinthefinancial servicesandnon-profitindustriesinAssociateVicePresidentrolesorabove.Highlyanalytical decisionmakerwithquantifiablesuccessinsurpassingstart-up,turnaroundandgrowthobjectives andrevenuetargetsAnativeofAtlanta,Georgia,TonygraduatedfromBakerCollege(Flint,MI) withaBachelorofBusinessAdministration,andgrowntobeasoughtaftermotivationaland keynotespeakeronavarietyofsubjectareassuchasleadershipdevelopmentstrategies, organizationalhange,financialworkshops,andchurchstewardship

About Financial Freedom

Financial Freedom is a five-lesson course that teaches you the step-by-step plan to live more with less and break the generational cycle of "paycheck-to-paycheck." This workshop can be provided either in person or virtually and includes all five lessons of the course, a copy of Tony's Financial Freedom Book, and the New Beginning Digital Workbook.

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