Superb Women

February 2023

Our Superb Women!

The Oregonian, Nikole Hannah-Jones started her journalism career at The News & Observer in Raleigh, N.C. During her three years there, she wrote extensively on issues of race, class, school resegregation and equity. The creator of the 1619 Project, Nikole is a native Iowan, graduating from West High School. She received her BA Degree in History and African American Studies from the University of Notre Dame and her MA in journalism and Mass Communication from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. There is so much more about this dynamic sister!

2021 was the "Year of the Woman," especially the Black Woman! For 10 months we dedicated this space to uplifting Black women and spreading a message that we need to show love and empower people with love instead of destroying them with hate and disrespect. We celebrate Black Women and call them SUPERB! AND WE ARE KEEPING THE CELEBRATION GOING IN 2022!

A multiple award winning journalist who has worked for The New York Times, ProPublica and

A Diamond Life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, JoAnne Slaughter Brunson was initiated in the Spring of 1973 at Alpha Chapter, Howard University, where she received a BS in Microbiology. The Vice President of Brunson Construction Services, she is a member of Concord Church. JoAnne is involved in the Trinity (TX) Chapter, The Links, Incorporated; Dallas Chapter, Jack & Jill – Associate Member; and she is the Past Secretary of Frederica Chase Dodd Board of Directors. She and her husband, who she met her freshman year in college are proud parents and grandparents.

Dr. Kristen Guillory is an author, performance and speaker coach, business strategist and self care and mental health consultant. The president and chief consultant of KSGuillory Enterprises, Dr. Kristen is the founder and director of Cozy Convos, a faithbased initiative for women, providing a safe space for some necessary conversations. She received her BS in Psychology from Texas Christian University, a Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work from UTA. She has been an adjunct professor at UNT Dallas and Texas Christian University, a consultant for Healthways and evaluation specialist for Dallas ISD. Dr. Kristen has also enjoyed stints at Fortress Youth Development Center and Department of Justice. Her commitment to volunteering is extensive.

Cafea Harrell

A Golden Life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Cafea Harrell was initiated in the Fall of 1972 at the Beta Gamma Chapter at Dillard University where she served as chapter president and received a Bachelor of Arts in English Education. She later received a Master of Education in English Education from Mississippi State University. A Teacher/Central Administrator, she is a member of St. Luke “Community” United Methodist Church and a past president of Dillard University Alumni Association. Cafea is a Girl Scout Leader; Texas Democratic Party - Voter Registration Volunteer; and Children Ministry, Stewardship and Church Council Chair, St. Luke “Community” United Methodist Church.

Cat Satterwhite

interior design and decorating, and vlogging, she is a show host and was the co-host of Black Health Media, focusing on mental health in the Black Community and spirituality. SHe is also the creator of The Bubble Phase Fragrance.

Joyce Gibson

Jacqueline D. Hoyt Is a Golden Life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Jacqueline was initiated in 1972 at UT at El Paso, where she received a Bachelor of Science. She is a retired Vice President of Bank of America and a member of Antioch Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church. Jacqueline works with Citizens on Patrol (COP), Desoto, Texas; DeSoto Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association; Transforming Network Together (TNT); Lynwood Estate Neighborhood Association-Street Captain and Texas State Technical College, Women’s Resource Center, Waco, Texas- Financial Chair of Advisory Board. An outstanding Texas Delta 1999 she won the Volunteer of the Year Award-DeSoto Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association, 2011; Woman of the Year-American Businesswomen’s Association; and Sisterhood Black Heritage Image Award-UT at El Paso.

Cat Satterwhite is an arts and entertainment journalist who specializes in lifestyle and luxury copywriting and crafty content. She’s a multitalented writer, blogger and influencer. A part time writer for the Dallas Weekly, she has served as a project manager for Super Purposes in Seattle WA.. Cat received her Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Marketing from American InterContinental University. Cat is into fitness, reading and antiquing. In addition to writing,

Joyce Gibson is celebrating 50 years as a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. A devoted member of the Texas Southern University National Alumni Association (TSUNNA) - Dallas Chapter, Joyce is a former Friendship-West Baptist Church Usher Board Member, Lancaster Spring Creek Homeowner Association Board Treasurer; Dallas County Volunteer Deputy Registrar; and MLK Center Volunteer. She was TSUNNA, Dallas Chapter – 2013 Alumnus of the Year Honoree and TSUNNA, National Convention – 2022 Inaugural President’s Award Recipient.

Barbara Morgan Punch is a Speech Pathologist/ Montessori Educator and a member of Singing Hills Baptist Church. She is a graduate of Texas Woman’s University where she received a Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology and a Master of Education in Early Childhood Education. She is involved with Dallas Retired Teachers Association, Texas Retired Teachers Association, Texas Woman’s University Black Alumni (TWUBA) Lifetime Member, as a Past Member- Scholarship Committee of TWUB, Women’s Missionary Union of Texas (Dallas Baptist Association), Couples Sunday School Class, Co-Teacher and World Vision Child Sponsor (since 2012). A wife of 48 years, and member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority for 50 years, the mother and grandmother loves to read, bake, listen to music and loves calligraphy.

Gail O’Bannon is the Dallas Mavericks’ Chief Diversity Officer. She is one of the longesttenured women of the Dallas Mavericks after starting her career in the ticket sales and service department more than 20 years ago. She has also enjoyed stints as the Founder of My Sisters & Me Women of Color Photographers, and Black Butterflies Photography She also worked at Wise DFW, Texas Women’s Foundation, Sabre Corporation, American Airlines and A-1 Sundown Travel. Gail attended Cameron University studying Business Administration and Management, Cornell University studying Diversity and Inclusion and Oklahoma State University studying Accounting and Business/Management.

Hailing from Sioux Falls, SD, Dee Dee James Kong is a 2022 graduate of the University of North Texas with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development and Family Studies. While in school she was involved in the Black Student Union, Sydney Gray Student Development Program, as Women of Gold Treasurer, Miss White 2019, Zeta Eta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Order of Omega: Beta Xi Chapter, and Kappa Delta Pi: Alpha Iota Chapter. She is the current Miss Carrollton of the Miss America Organization and former Miss Space City 2022 and former Miss Aubrey. A committed volunteer and born leader, she also serves as the National Second Vice President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Upon graduation she joined the U.S. House of Representatives as a Staff Assistant.

A Golden Life member initiated in the Fall of 1972 at the Zeta Eta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority at the University of North Texas (Denton), where she received a Bachelor of Political Science, Oretta Johnson is a retired, Information System Technology Manager. A member of Concord Church, she has served as President-Elderwoods Neighborhood Association; Board of Directors-Dodd Education & Support; Heads UP! Foundation Board; Group Leader - Bible Study Fellowship; Mayor’s Rebirth of Redbird Community- City of Dallas; General & Primary Election Clerk (Dallas County); Member, UNT Black Alumni Network; Concord Church Expository Preaching Conference Staff; and I.D.Ministry LifeMinistry Oretta has been the recipient of Concord Church - Deborah Award for Christian Sacrifice and Elderwoods Neighborhood Association - Presidential Award.

Daisha Board is the Owner and Curator of Daisha Board Gallery, a Contemporary Art Gallery representing BIPOC ARTISTS locally and abroad. She hails from Queens, NY and studied political science at Bethune Cookman University. Daisha is the founder of Black Sheep Art Culture and she also provides Public Relations, Marketing Consulting, Brand Consulting, Visual Design, Financial Advisory, Wealth Management, Career Development Coaching, Management Consulting, and Brand Design.

Mary Ann Wallace is a 50-year member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. She was initiated in Spring 1973 at Iota Psi Chapter at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. She received a BA in Education and became an educator. A member of Bibleway

Bible Church of Dallas, she is a community servant, working at Life 180 Prison Ministry and a Bible Teacher at the Youth Village. Mary organized the Personal Item Drive for the Genesis Women Shelter, Organized Clothes and Goods for Turn Around Store at Oak Cliff Bible Church. A tutor and past secretary of Skillful Living Center, she was the Pearl C. Anderson Career Academy PTA’s Teacher of the Year and Mother of the Year at Bibleway Bible Church.

Alice Riggins Stevenson

Alice Riggins Stevenson works at All in One Tour Services as a tour operator. She hails from Dallas, TX and studied mid-management at El Centro College where she graduated in1973 after graduating from Franklin D. Roosevelt High School. A lover of arts and culture, she is committed, conscientious and a joy to be around with her vibrant sense of humor. She is also praised for her wonderful tours because she is knowledgeable and provides a rewarding experience. A wife and mother, she loves to sing, dance and play the piano. Check her out at http:// www.allinonetourservices.com/.

A writer, editor and communications coordinator, Tina Pania is communicators coordinator at Dallas ISD and she has enjoyed stints as a communications consultant for Health Care Service Corp; assistant international editor at the Dallas Morning News; copy editor for the Los Angeles Times National/ Washington wire editor for the San Jose Mercury News. She graduated with highest honors in journalism from University California, Berkeley. A lover of art, books, music and travel, Tina is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists. https://www.facebook.com/tina.pania linkedin.com/in/tinapania

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Brianna Mathis is the Dallas Mavericks Sponsorships Activation Coordinator. Previously she worked as Executive Assistant Project Manager for Hall of Fame Village powered by Johnson Controls; Gameday ticketing customer service for Houston Texans Athletics Sales and Promotions Assistant for Texas A&M University-Commerce. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Sport and fitness administration/ management from Texas A&M University-Commerce. She later studied Health Kinesiology Sport Studies/ Sport and Fitness Administration and Management at Texas A&M -Commerce. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.

Linda Manuel-Fonteneaux is a Golden Life and 50-year member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, initiated in the Fall of 1972 at Delta Gamma Chapter, Texas Southern University where she was chapter president and received a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree. She is a member of The Village United Methodist Church and her community Involvement: includes being an active member of Women of Faith-North Texas Conference; Reading Partners of Texas - Student Tutor; Methodist Hospital of Dallas Auxiliary and Charlton Methodist Auxiliary.

Cheryle was initiated into Delta Sigma Theta Sorority in the Fall of 1972 at the Theta Nu Chapter at East Texas State University (now Texas A & M University-Commerce), where she received a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and a Master of Education in Elementary Education. Now a retired educator, she is a member of Saint John Baptist Church, Wichita Falls, TX. She was a charter member of the Southwest Dallas County Alumnae Chapter (SWDCA), where she also served in leadership positions.

Michelynn Woodard

Michelynn “Miki” Woodard is Texas Women’s Foundation’s President and CEO. Miki served as Head of Social Impact, Diversity and Inclusion for Bad Robot Productions, Inc., and Senior Advisor of the Katie McGrath and J.J. Abrams Family Foundation. Miki co-founded The Artemis Agency. She served as President, Philanthropy at JCPenney; Managing Director for Be the Change, Inc.; and at Creative Artists Agency (CAA). Miki is the immediate past board chair of Community Coalition, a board member for the Thomas Jefferson Foundation, a founding board member of The Papa John’s Foundation, and sits on the California Advisory Board for The Trust for Public Land. Miki is a fourthgeneration graduate of Hampton University, with a Bachelor of Arts degree. She recently joined the Challenger Center Board of Directors.

Betty Culbreath

Betty Culbreath was born and raised in Dallas, TX and attended Booker T. Washington High School. She graduated from Huston Tillotson University, where she studied sociology and education. Betty served as chairwoman of the Dallas City Plan Commission, Dallas County Health and Human Services director, and chairwoman for the D/FW International Airport Board. She is a recipient of South Dallas Business and Professional Women Trailblazer Award, the Linda Keithley Award for Women in Public Management, the FAA Minority Procurement Award, and the 2002 Texas Black Women in Health Matters Award. A member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Betty served as a member of Dallas County Hospital District Board and vice chair of the Duncanville Plan Commission. She has been named a Tri-chair of Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson’s HOPE Task Force on Homelessness Organizations, Policies, and Encampments.

Tiffany Egan

Texas Perfect Pageant at World’s Perfect Pageant.

Aundria Cyrs

Tiffany Egan is a leader in the Xi Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and the Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education. Tiffany received her Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington. She is a licensed clinical social worker at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School in Fort Worth ISD and she owns Paramount Affairs Event Planning Company, specializing in party planning and wedding coordination. Tiffany is former Texas Director - Little Miss Perfect at Citrus Pageant and Model Search and

A U.S. Navy Veteran and experienced and resultproducing supply chain manager, AunDria received her Bachelor’s Degree in Health Care Administration and Management from Southern Illinois University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. She has enjoyed stints at Career real, Medline Industries, Inc., Dallas VA Medical Center, The Henry Dean Group, Parkland Hospital and U.S. Navy.

Lenora Lindsey

Hailing from Dallas, Lenora Lindsey attended Skyline High School and Lincoln Humanities and Communications Magnet. She works at the U.S. Department of Justice and she is also in real estate. Lindsey has worked as business specialist at Business Specialist at ARMY & AIR FORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES, also worked as a payroll supervisor at Citigroup and Call Center Administrator at AT&T She attended Dallas Baptist University, studying business administration and management. The founder and CEO of Sisterhood, Inc., she focuses on children, education and health.

Lorri Dotson

A resident care associate at Bochy’s Place and public speaker at Mosaic Mission Network; she has also worked as an administrative assistant at Texas District of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod; local missionary at Peace Lutheran Church; PR coordinator at ISO Sports International; and receptionist/accounting clerk at The Dallas Weekly. Her book, One Thousand Elsewhere: A True Survivor Story is available for purchase on Amazon. Keeya is a survivor and she shares her story to help others. Beautiful, talented and smart, Keeya works to strengthen fundraising efforts for organizations in the human trafficking space, bringing awareness to the horrors of human trafficking globally by sharing survivor stories.

Lincolnette Lockridge

Lorri Dotson is a consummate profession-al!

She received her Associate of Arts Degree from Tarrant County College, a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration at Northwood University and Masters in Public Administration, Economics and Nonprofit Management from the University of Texas at Arlington College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs. She is the investor, founder and CEO of VIGCE LLC (VISION Group Cleaning) and Fleetwood Cleaning Services of GA. She operates the 7-day a week service cleaning office buildings, schools, university, medical center, apartments and more. Lorri is also a member of Top Ladies of Distinction and Who’s Who of Business Executive Professionals.

Lincolnette Lockridge received a Bachelor of Arts in Education at Southeastern Oklahoma State University where she was initiated into Delta Sigma Theta Sorority the Spring of 1973 at Iota Psi Chapter. Upon graduation she became a teacher and school counselor. A member of St. John Unleashed Church (Grand Prairie) she has assisted in organizing health and job fairs. She loves reading, traveling, walking, baking, and watching crime shows.

REV. FELECIA ANDERSON BREWSTER

Rev. Felecia Anderson Brewster received her Bachelor’s degree education from Texas A&M University - Commerce, a Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Doctor of Education - EdD in Educational leadership and Administration from Dallas Baptist University. She has worked as a site coordinator in DeSoto ISD and a program coordinator for Dallas College.

Rev. Felecia is a mentee of Dr. Sheron Patterson and a member of the #PulpitTeam, serving as part of Hamilton Park UMC’s Pastoral Team. She has been in leadership for more than 20 years and has provided a 10-week journey of coaching, mentoring and leadership for women who’ve said, Unapologetically, ‘Yes!’

Evangelist and Minister Schneil Dunn Clark is an author, speaker, prayer warrior, podcaster and teacher. Beautiful, smart and inspiring, she received a BS Degree in Sociology from Jarvis Christian College and a Masters degree from Amberton University. Hailing from East Saint Louis, IL, where she graduated from East Side High School, she is a wife and family person who loves uplifting people and especially WOMEN! She’s a member of Squad Check and Women of Esteem Ministry and you can check them out on Facebook Live.