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Hello there,

Welcome to our luminous Summer issue of Flourish Digital Magazine a riveting collection of stories, interviews, insights and fun under the theme "When People, Places and Things Heat Up "

We ignite this issue with our cover model, Dwayna Haley, a true powerhouse in the Public Relations industry She's leading a remarkable wave of empowerment for Black women, standing as a beacon for others to follow Sharing the spotlight is Ana Megrelishvili, who is a shining example of our power to transform trauma into purpose; and Taylor D. Brown, whose destiny transcends the boundaries of the basketball court, inspiring us all to aim higher.

The People's Principal, Dr Ashley B Hosey, Ed D , talks with Paula G Voice about the joy and challenges of working with educators and children Robin Allen courageously shares about her journey as a Black woman navigating corporate diversity. Frank Carlisi provides us with an insider's look at Atlanta's thriving unscripted television industry. Elena Taylor-Bagger's Hey, Mamas! offering for this issue includes her featured mom, Michele Turner-Young, once a teen mother of twins who survived a suicide attempt to start SoulFire Movement, her vision for a mobile dance truck company These stories serve as a testament to resilience and the spirit of innovation

To maximize your success, we offer key considerations to look at before investing in PR, from long-time expert Karen Gamba We also delve into my personal exploration of the Personal Excellence Profile (PEP) matrix, a novel approach to unlocking your energy, excellence and power

With Summer in full swing, we celebrate the vibrant new I AM Jazz Lounge opening at I AM Café, part of the Vanda House, located in Sandy Springs bringing live jazz back to the heart of Metro Atlanta

Gather practical wisdom from Donnella Cranford on how best to handle life’s heated situations; and get some good advice on how to forge your future from our resident Lady Wisdom, Paula G Voice Janis Hunt Johnson takes a spiritual approach to loving our neighbor, even when things heat up between us.

On each page, this issue offers enlightenment, inspiration and entertainment I hope it challenges you, motivates you, and most importantly, helps you to flourish in all aspects of your life

Enjoy this sun-kissed journey!

Dear Flourish Community,

With our theme this season, When People, Places and Things Heat Up, we look at exceptional individuals navigating a world in a constant state of change.

In Summer, we are given the opportunity to bloom much like the flora around us warmed not only by the sun but by our human connections Summer is a fun time for fostering meaningful bonds, connecting on a lighter, yet somehow deeper level and it makes for an informal space where we can collaborate on transformative ideas

As founder & CEO of STEM Atlanta Women, I'm proud to introduce our new Emerging Tech program, Flourishing Artificial Intelligence Women Shaping the Future of AI This initiative is our commitment to change our hope for a transformative force within the AI industry We will make waves!

We envision "Flourishing AI" as a guidepost, illuminating the path for a new generation of AI enthusiasts and professionals. By inspiring creativity and innovation, along with a passion for AI and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), we will shape the future of this dynamic industry. It's a milestone on our journey toward an inclusive and diverse tech environment. As we delve into the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence, we're accelerating gender equality in STEM and sparking tangible change in our society for women and girls to flourish We're also covering the latest trends and advancements that are shaping our world and setting the pace for the future

Let's embrace the replenishing warmth and radiance of Summer Let's flourish together

Editor-in-Chief

@flourishdigitalmagazine