MARY Rozier

The Driven Scholar-Athlete Making a Positive Impact on her Community

Written by Richard Stewart

Our common “wisdom” might suggest that teenagers today are only interested in posting dance videos on social media and staring at their phones all day. However, I'd like to introduce you to Mary Rozier - a brilliant, talented, humble, warm, and kind young lady who breaks the stereotype It's an understatement to say that she's busy - the word "driven" doesn't fully capture the faith, heart, and passion that drives her

Mary is a true inspiration, and we need a new word in all languages to define someone so young and committed to doing well for both herself and her community. She was the first young person to win the Unsung Heroine Award from the 100 Black Women of South Georgia "I love community service and making a positive impact on my community," she says "I like to consider 'service' as my superpower I've been doing community service since I was a young girl and was honored to receive the National Presidential Gold Award for serving over 100 hours of community service in a calendar year for five years in a row"

Mary is a scholar-athlete with a 4.5 GPA, participating in the swim, track, and golf teams as a junior at Eagles Landing High School She has completed all the high school requirements to graduate Her journey into different sports began with soccer, where she realized how fast she was Her curiosity led her to track and field, where she found her passion for long jump She is a member of the DC Express Track Club, and her coach Ron Williams has helped her become a better person and athlete. Mary is already a three-time All-American in Track and Field.

Despite her impressive success on the athletic field, Mary is just as focused, if not more, on her academics, where she excels equally "I have finished all my high school requirements, even though I'm a junior, and I'm currently taking dual enrollment classes," she says

Mary aspires to be a biomedical engineer, inspired by her mother, who has diabetes.

"I want to become a biomedical engineer because my mom has diabetes, and I remember tending to her when her sugar was low or high A biomedical engineer merges medicine and engineering to create durable medical products like robotic surgeons"

Mary is grateful for all the teachers who have impacted her life, but there is one who stands out the most - Ms. Willie, who set her on her math path. "She really opened my eyes to how awesome math is When I was younger, I struggled with math, and she really helped me with my skills"

Mary is a well-rounded teenager who enjoys spending time with her friends, playing golf, swimming, and having fun She even has a study page where she shares tips and tricks on how to study better. Her little puppy, Nico, also keeps her grounded during both good and bad days. When she has self-doubt or fear, she relies heavily on her faith "Through prayer and worship and believing in God, I can gain the confidence I need to be a better person"

Mary's future is bright, and she hopes to bring positive change to her community "Being a pioneer leads the path for other young, incredible people to be seen and heard and see the great things that they are also doing."

Lydia, a passionate Communitarian, believes that good deeds in the community are not only good for business but also help to create personal success Her deep commitment to the missions and purposes of the organizations she is involved with provides support in various capacities

Communitarianism is a philosophy that emphasizes the connection between the individual and the community Its overriding philosophy is based upon the belief that a person's social identity and personality are largely molded by community relationships, with a smaller degree of development being placed on individualism

Lydia's foundation in public relations, in addition to her marketing experience with small businesses and non-profits, contribute to her passion for helping organizations succeed She is a graduate of Leadership Henry’s 2018 class and sits on several boards including the Henry County Chamber of Commerce, Gordon State College Business Program Advisory Board, Georgia Women's Chamber of Commerce, Haitian Chamber of Commerce Advisory Board and Vice Chair at Family Support Circle, Inc

Through her agency Pierre Branding Grou as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative (CSR at PBG), PBG4GOOD, Lydia and her team help underserved entrepreneurs recognize and overcome barriers in their journey to succ PBG helps underserved entrepreneurs recognize and overcome barriers in their journey to success as part of their sense obligation towards social and physical environments in which it operates PBG embraces responsibility and encourages positive impact through the company’s activities related to the environment, consumers, employees, communities, and other stakeholders

Lydia is also the founder of the The Twelve @12 Mentorship for Leadership Program and The Men With Vision initiative, Benefiting Victims of Domestic Violence & Financial Abuse She encourages others to reach out and lend a helping hand to those in need and to always look for ways to give back to the community Lydia is a strong believer in the power of selflessness and the importance of working with others to make a difference Lydia is an inspirational role model for those looking to make a positive impact in the world She is a sought-after speaker and media commentator on business consulting, personal brands, marketing, and iconic businesses

As The Corporate Socialite®, Lydia works at the highest level with high profile professionals and extraordinary experts who are brilliant at what they do and destined for greatness She works privately with these elite and extraordinary professionals to build their confidence and influence and uses her ability to leverage her connections and associations to facilitate high level introductions that help to expand their circles of acquaintances often resulting in more job and business opportunities

Lydia serves as an example of how giving back can open up new opportunities She has used her community involvement to build relationships, develop new skills, and hone her leadership abilities Through her work, Lydia has demonstrated that when we all work together, we can make a positive impact on the world

When it comes to leveraging her personal brand, Lydia undoubtedly plans to keep the evolution of The Corporate Socialite® going Investing in entrepreneurs that deserve a chance and sharing her platform is on her list along with building PBG into a global integrated media company

LaTisha Flint has over 11 years of experience in law enforcement, starting her career with the Department of Corrections as a probation officer in 2012 She transitioned to a Probation Officer II in 2014, working in the courts In 2017, she joined the Henry County District Attorney’s Office as an investigator, and she is now the Pretrial Diversion Coordinator, helping offenders with first-time non-violent offenses get a second chance. Flint has a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and she is also a Georgia State Post Certified Peace Officer. She lives in Henry County with her husband and three children and is actively involved in her community, including serving as a member of the Henry-Clayton Section of the National Council of Negro Women and on the advisory board of the Shaquille O’Neal Boys and Girls Club in McDonough.

In an interview, Flint revealed that she started her c as a probation officer with the Department of Community Supervision in DeKalb County and the transferred to Henry County. In 2017, she became a investigator for the District Attorney's office, a posit she loves to this day. She is also involved in the Pow Moves program, an education and outreach program aimed at middle school students in Henry County, teaching them strategic decision-making skills to deter them from making choices that could lead to criminal activity Flint is in charge of ensuring that the program runs smoothly, attending all 12-week sessions in the 8 out of the 11 middle schools in Henry County, serving as a liaison for guest speakers, and being the point of contact for schools She and her team believe that by targeting students who have the potential to be leaders in their school and community and providing them with life lessons, they can help prevent them from becoming involved in criminal activities She believes that going in this direction, i e , reaching out to eighth-graders, is critical because they are yet to begin high school

As a mentor in the schools, Flint sees firsthand the passion and love that teachers and staff have for their students She also believes that parents play a crucial role in their children's lives and that they need to communicate effectively with their children to help them make better choices. Flint suggests that parents should learn the social media platforms that their children use and monitor their online activity to prevent them from sharing posts with nudity, sexual material, or violence.

Flint says, “Unfortunately, the dynamics that can turn a negative into a positive are not always present. There are so many factors that can contribute to a student's negative behavior, such as home life, peer pressure, mental health, and the list goes on. As a mentor, my goal is to provide these students with the tools and resources necessary to make better decisions. I encourage them to take responsibility for their actions and to understand that every decision has consequences, whether good or bad. In terms of parents, we try to provide them with resources as well. We have had speakers come in and speak about the importance of monitoring social media accounts and the dangers of certain apps. We also provide them with information about local resources such as counseling services, drug rehabilitation centers, and job training programs. Our hope is that by providing these resources, we can help turn a negative into a positive and make a difference in the lives of these students and their families ”

Kortni LaGrone is a hero for hurting hearts, a beacon of hope for those struggling with addiction, and an inspiration to all who aspire to make a difference in this world Her commitment to making a positive impact on people's lives is nothing short of admirable, and she deserves all the recognition she can get for the invaluable work she does every day.