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Event Program

Felicia and Yettaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s philosophy is:

Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness. Oprah

Welcome Elevated Sisters! It is our pleasure to welcome you to the beautiful Montelucia Resort & Spa for the 2014 Get Elevated Women’s Conference (GEWC)! We have spent the last eighteen months planning for this moment and we are thrilled to finally be here with you! Over the course of the next three days, you’re going to explore what it means to really live life on your own terms and with no excuses. You can expect to experience a range of emotions all working together to elevate you to the next best version of yourself. We’ve assembled an esteemed group of speakers who are going to help you evolve in every area of your life. Their topics are diverse and cover things like creating a soulful and profitable business, becoming a whole woman, self-publishing and becoming an author, what it really means to have life balance and so much more. Below are a few things that you can do to get the most out of your conference experience: ■ Make it your intention to experience this weekend with a beginner’s mind so that you’ll be fully open to receive what’s in store for you. ■ Remain in the spirit of leaning all the way in by connecting with someone new. You may have come with a sister-friend, but be sure to leave with a few new ones. ■ You can’t attend all of the workshops, but you can connect with all of the speakers. Maximize this time of being together live and be sure to connect with them. ■ Our Success Redefined Boutique is here for you! Be sure to visit with our vendors and see what they have available for you. We really appreciate their support and know that you will appreciate them being here too. We expect that you’ll return home re-energized with new knowledge, new friends and a new level of confidence to do anything you desire. We want to thank everyone who helped to make this weekend possible, but most of all we want to thank you. Thank you for trusting us and having the courage to open your hearts and minds to becoming all that you want to be. Again, welcome to the conference. We are glad that you are here, and we look forward to elevating with you! Sincerely,

Felicia & Yetta Conference Directors & Executive Producers SOCIAL MEDIA TAGS: The hashtags for the conference are:

#GetElevatedWomensConference

#2014GEWC

#GEWC 3

Felicia Davis’ Bio

Yetta Young’s Bio

Felicia recently celebrated 21 years of marriage to her husband Stacy and they are the proud parents to Syerra, Stacy & Sheylah.

She has a keen ability to help bring clarity to the ultimate vision a client has for their project and works with her clients on vision casting, the front and backend and all the logistics in between. She has been called a Visionary, a Connector, Mover of Light and a Behind-theScenes-Fixer. A highly sought after producer, Yetta’s soldout celebrity productions have traveled both nationally and internationally and appeared before millions on the Bravo Network’s Real Housewives of Atlanta, the Tom Joyner Cruise, the National Black Theatre Festival, the Beverly Hills NAACP Theatre Awards and in theatre’s across the country. She was commissioned and became the first Executive Director of the Lyric Theatre and Cultural Arts Center and has appeared on ABC WTVQ36 News, KET’s Connections with Renee Shaw, DC’s News Channel 8 “Let’s Talk Live” and the nationally syndicated radio shows – The Steve Harvey Morning Show, The Tom Joyner Morning Show and The Russ Parr Morning Show.

elicia is an award-winning, leadership & executive coach and the author of The Leadership Mastery Formula. She’s the CEO of Joyful Transformations, a 501(c) 3, leadership development organization for women and girls. In addition, she has successfully produced several sold-out women’s conferences, retreats and cause-related celebrity events. Felicia is a former HR Executive with more than 20 years of experience co-creating the success of leaders throughout many organizations. She’s known for her unique ability to discover the untapped potential in others, and she helps women become valuedriven, thought-leaders with impeccable communication and leadership skills. These skills translate into scalable brands that get them recognized, respected and rewarded for their results.

In her own words

A few fun facts about me are: ■ I have an insane addiction to gummy worms. LUV’EM! ■ I absolutely love stilettos. I have too many to count… #DontJudgeMe (-; ■ My all-time, favorite movie is Training Day. I can never get tired of Denzel being a bad boy! ■ I buy at least 2 new books a month – right now enjoying Do Less, Be More by John Busacker. ■ I am a two-time stroke survivor – not a fun fact but it’s a part of my story and it’s shaped me into who I am today. ■ I turned down an invitation to appear on Oprah. I know, I know... it’s a long story. ■ I love to sing and used to pretend I was Anita Baker when I was a kid. ■ I am intensely passionate about empowering women to become stronger, more confident leaders. ■ I love being a co-creator in the success of others, and I am abundantly grateful that my work is more like play every day!

I look forward to our time together this weekend! 4

etta is an award-winning Producer and Director and is the author of the stage-play, Butterfly Confessions and co-author of the upcoming book, Mommy Diva’s on the Move. She is the CEO & Executive Producer of YYP & Associates, LLC, a production, management and consulting firm, celebrating 16 years, specializing in producing extraordinary events.

Yetta is passionate about helping other visionaries create extraordinary events so that they can remain in their creative brilliance while leaving the fine details of producing to Team YYP. Yetta and her beau Ro (He’s volunteering this weekend. Embarrass him by showing him some love – smile) are the proud parents of 2 year old toddler, Dasia Angelica and live in Los Angeles, CA.

“I love seeing people live their lives out loud and my wish is that GEWC helps us all get that much closer to living our lives out loud DAILY.”

AGENDA

1st Annual Get Elevated Women’s Conference FRIDAY, MAY 9, 2014

SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2014

12pm – 2pm Speaker/Sponsor Gathering This special off-site Speakers & Sponsors Gathering is a special treat exclusively for the Speakers & Sponsors. A special thanks from the Executive Producers to show their appreciation for partnering with the GEWC and helping to make it a success.

7am – 10am Registration Location: Cortijo Plaza

Attire: Comfortably Casual Location: We will meet between 11am – 11:15am in the main courtyard to drive off site. Sponsored by Pinot’s Palette and Dr. Laureen Wishom 3pm – 7pm Registration Location: Cortijo Plaza 6pm Little Red Dress & Red Carpet Networking Event Attire: All Red Location: Cortijo Plaza & Castillo Lucena Sponsor: Red Carpet Experience sponsored by Triumph Over Tragedy USA Pagent. 7pm Butterfly Confessions – Stage Play An inspirational night of entertainment. Location: Castillo Lucena 9pm (Immediately following play) VIP Signature Experience Your “VIP Name Badge” gains you access (must be a registered VIP attendee). Location: Andalusian Presidential Suite Sponsor: Mark Warlick

8am – 10am Breakfast Attire: Business Casual Location: Castillo Lucena Breakfast Prayer: Dr. Felicia Fisher Melissa Hibbert The Power of Makeup: Look Flawless Everyday Beauty Expert, Melissa Hibbert will be teaming up with Dress for Success Arizona to provide life changing makeovers and fashion transformation to three women. Inspired by Oprah’s profound question, “How are you going to use your life to make a difference in this world?” Melissa will inspire these women through was she calls “Glam For Success,” a transformative experience that will position these women to enhance their image in both business and life. Jamaican born Beauty Expert, Melissa Hibbért’s love affair with all things glam started at an early age. The face is her canvas and Melissa believes every woman deserves to look as fabulous and glamorous on the outside as she feels on the inside. That’s what originally inspired her to found PROliphic Beauty, a company that focuses on “total beauty” by incorporating Makeup, Hair and Styling in the business strategy. In addition, Melissa is the Founder of SHEEQ Cosmetics, a luxury Makeup and Skincare brand for Women of Color.

WORKSHOPS (Full details on page 10) Location: Valencia Salon 1, Valencia Salon 2 & Sevilla 10:30am – 12pm Session I: Jewel Diamond Taylor, Cheryl Pullins, Angella Johnson 12:00pm – 1:30pm Lunch on Your Own 1:30pm – 2:30pm Shopping in the “Success Redefined Boutique” 2:45pm – 4:15pm Session II: Adilah Barnes, Jewel Tankard, Norma T. Hollis 4:30pm – 6:00pm Session III: Loretta Love Huff, Olivia West, Vikki Kennedy Johnson 6:30pm – 9:00pm Dinner on Your Own Attire: Sport your Get Elevated Gear Location: Prado Restaurant “Join us by capping the evening off with like-minded and like-spirited women while experiencing our signature drink, “Butterfly Bubbly” and the sounds of live Jazz.” SUNDAY, MAY 11, 2014 “Happy Mother’s Day” 7am – 10am Registration Location: Valencia Foyer 8am – 12pm All-White Spiritual Sendoff Attire: All White Location: Valencia B & C Breakfast Prayer: Elder Vikki Kennedy Johnson Keynote Speaker: DeVon Franklin Vocalist: Kareemah El-Amin Poetess: Mary Queen Angel

utterfly Confessions is a love letter to women of color that reveals heartfelt emotions about intimacy, sexual responsibility and overcoming adversity. The play blends humor and heartbreak with education, empowerment and inspiration while raising awareness to domestic violence and HIV/AIDS. Butterfly Confessions was created and conceived by Yetta Young but was a collective effort with (10) contributors. Butterfly Confessions has spread her wings and found a home this year on Ohio Wesleyan University’s campus. Yetta’s mission is to have Butterfly Confessions licensed and performed in colleges and theaters across the country as collective voices join forces to raise awareness for ending violence against women & girls and HIV/AIDS. If you are interested in learning how to bring Butterfly Confessions to your college or theater, please email yettayoung@gmail.com. Butterfly Confessions is now on presale and can be purchased at www.ButterflyConfessions.com. PRODUCER/DIRECTOR YETTA YOUNG is the CEO and Executive Producer of YYP & Associates, LLC, a production, management and consulting firm specializing in producing extraordinary events and is proud to be celebrating 16 years. She has a keen ability to help bring clarity to the ultimate vision a client has for their project and works with clients on vision casting, the front and back end and all the logistics in between. She is a theatrical executive producer and director with an intense passion for ‘edu-tainment’ -educating through entertainment. Yetta’s been called a theatrical griot, for helping to grow a brand of Cast (In alphabetical order) ADILAH BARNES Adilah Barnes is one of few veteran actors in Hollywood who have not only mastered the art of successfully marketing herself, but also of utilizing all of her many creative skills. Her film credits include playing opposite Sandra Bullock in Murder By Numbers and the Universal blockbuster, Erin Brockovich with Julia Roberts. She has also appeared opposite Ving Rhames in the heartwarming CBS Hallmark movie, Little John. Barnes is best known to television audiences for her role as Anne Marie on ABC’s Roseanne for five seasons – and still running in syndication. Also an acting instructor and coach, Adilah’s many celebrity clients have included Freda Payne, Florence LaRue, Toni Braxton, Jada Pinkett Smith, Benjamin Bratt, Don “DC” Curry and Chris Brown. Barnes is the Co-Founder of the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival, an annual, multi-cultural solo festival. www.AdilahBarnes.com

‘social’ theatre’; where she’s been gathering and noting our stories giving a voice to a new movement. A movement of ending violence against women and girls and raising awareness about HIV/AIDS and through that movement, she is proud to have philanthropically raised money and awareness for several organizations both nationally and globally. Her premiere sold-out productions are known for their class and elegance and she’s had the pleasure to produce and/or direct such luminaries as Oscar winner, Mo’Nique; Oscar nominee Taraji P. Henson; Iyanla Vanzant (Iyanla Fix Your Life); Kendra C. Johnson (Tyler Perry’s Love Thy Neighbor); Wendy Raquel Robinson (The Game); Sherri Shepherd (The View); Star Jones (The View); Ella Joyce (Tyler Perry’s Temptations); and Anna Maria Horsford (Amen & Reed Between the Lines) to name a few. She was able to move the play “The Pocketbook Monologues” from obscurity to national exposure when she brokered a deal with Bravo TV and it premiered on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. She is currently working on a new documentary, Project Yetta: Black Women & Fibroids.

FATIMAH HALIM Fatimah Halim is an artist born into a family of writers, storytellers and musicians. She has garnered success as a Special Events Coordinator, professional performance artist, pop vocalist, ethnic dancer, and inspirational author and speaker. She is the designer, facilitator, and author of Rites of Passage Programs for Phoenix area youth. This commitment to youth has driven her passion for over 20 years. Her dedication to promoting the development of women and girls is also evident in her Journey Home Program: An Arts Experience for Incarcerated Women; in her latest book, “You Grow Girl: A Rites of Passage Handbook for Growing Girls. She is currently the co-producer and host of “Focus” a Cox Cable Television Talk Show and was co-host for KTAR radio’s teen talk show “At the Crossroads”; cable talk show “Think About It: Perspectives from Women of Color”; and “Real Life Focus” on local Phoenix radio.

JEWEL TANKARD A true renaissance woman, Jewel is the wife of Gospel Jazz artist Ben Tankard and making international strides as a businesswoman, author and evangelist. With her deeply embedded roots in entrepreneurship, Jewel is a fierce advocate for personal development and financial empowerment. To that end, she mentors others to invoke new ideas in order to inspire them to dream and create change in their lives. Jewel’s perspective is that prayer is paramount to success and she is deeply committed to giving people, especially women, a picture of what is possible. When she’s not involved in ministry, closing a business deal or tending to their blended family, Jewel loves boating, jet skiing, tubing, and dancing.

MARY QUEEN ANGEL On an average day, if not on stage or in front of a camera, you’ll find Mary at the boxing gym! A refreshing talent, Mary’s journey began early where her career was nurtured throughout the Chicago area. Mary’s creative abilities further developed during a year at Columbia College, which led her to Hollywood’s American Musical Dramatic Academy. Upon graduating, this vibrant star has worked on feature/short films, plays, reality TV, and more. As a writer/performer, Mary believes in the freedom to create without confinement of mainstream standards. Also an author and fitness role model, M.Q.Angel has become a voice for women battling weight struggles and food addiction through SOUL COMPETITOR, a series of inspirational books. A warrior at heart, Mary continues to uplift her sisters any way she can. “Only be strong and courageous” is a scriptural theme she is grateful to live by! RHONDA STUBBINS WHITE Rhonda Stubbins White is an award-winning actress having received a CableAce Award nomination for Best Actress for her critically acclaimed portrayal of “Rolanda Arnett” in the HBO mini-series “Laurel Avenue”. Her other credits include: TNT’s “Southland”, Oprah Winfreys’ Harpo Films production “Their Eyes Were Watching God” with Halle Berry; “Chicago Hope”, “ Touched by an Angel” and the ABC- TV movie “Out of Darkness” with Diana Ross. She performed to sold-out audiences in Yetta Young’s national tour of the Obie Award winning play, “The Vagina Monologues” where she performed along-side Star Jones, Sherri Shepherd, Terri J. Vaughn and Phyllis Yvonne Stickney, to name a few. In addition to film, television and stage credits she has appeared in numerous commercials and voice-overs coast to coast. Rhonda is a graduate of New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts and lives in Los Angeles.

TONYA ALLEN Tonya is the founder of the Tonya Allen Foundation, a non-profit organization based in Phoenix, Arizona that raises funds and bestows grants to community-based organizations that serve Sexual Abuse Survivors. She has a relentless passion for helping break the silence of those women and girls who have been traumatized through sexual abuse. She’s the Writer and Executive Producer of the Theatrical Production, Triumph Over Tragedy, which depicts her life story of life after Child Sexual Abuse, as well as director for the Triumph Over Tragedy USA Pageant System. She hosts the Tonya Talks Radio Show on the Doublewide Network Saturdays from 11-12pm. Tonya and her husband Pastor Troy Allen have three daughters, two sons and one grandchild and reside in Phoenix, AZ. VOCALIST

DR. BRENDA COMBS After being homeless for 10 years, Dr. Combs now shares her incredible story and transformation as a motivational speaker, singer, teacher, author and community activist. www. brendacombs.com

DRUMMER CELESTE BENTON

MONOLOGUE ORDER (Tonight’s performance is an abridged performance. The book boasts (6) additional monologues.)

True Work in Progress – Cast Book Chicka Boom – Cast Confessions – Jewel Tankard First Kiss – Jewel Tankard He Never Made Me Cry – Rhonda Stubbins White 6. The Hardest Part of AIDS – Tonya Allen & Mary Queen Angel 7. Honey ‘Chile: The Gossiping Butterfly – Cast 8. Allen – Fatimah Halim 9. Sisters Don’t Do Therapy – Adilah Barnes & Tonya Allen 10. The Blacker the Berry – Cast 11. Call Me Man – Tonya Allen & Mary Queen Angel 12. Shining the Light/Hush – Brenda Combs & Cast 13. I Need an Orgasm – Rhonda Stubbins White 14. No Glove, No Love – Adilah Barnes & Cast 15. Offer it Up – Adilah Barnes & Fatimah Halim 16. I Release – Brenda Combs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Drumming by Celeste Benton

SOCIAL MEDIA TAGS: The hashtags for the play are

#ButterflyConfessions #BoomChickaBoom #SistersDontDoTherapy #NoGloveNoLove

Signature V IP Experience Andalusian Presidential Suite 9:30 p.m. – Midnight (Immediately Following the Play)

VIP

has its privileges and at the Get Elevated Women’s Conference (GEWC), that is no exception. GEWC VIP’s receive exclusive VIP nametags, preferential seating in the main ball rooms and VIP swag.

GEWC VIPs will be whisked away to the PRESIDENTIAL SUITE for an additional workshop featuring Felicia Davis, Leadership & Executive Coach, IN ADDITION to the incredible speakers already on tap for this transformational weekend! We are excited to host the VIP attendees for this exclusive gathering where you will enjoy connection and fellowship with your sisters as well as libations to keep your thirst quenched. Become a Branded Leader! Felicia will be delivering her signature workshop, Brand Mastery: How to Communicate with Impact, Influence & Intimacy, where she’ll share exactly what it takes to ascend and be the chosen leader in your field. She’ll also be signing copies of her brand new book: The Leadership Mastery Formula: Create an Authentic Brand that Gets You Noticed, Known & Called Upon. But the elevation doesn’t end there! Be sure to bring your swimsuit and hang out with us in the private pool and hot-tub!

SOCIAL MEDIA TAGS:

The hashtags for this event are: #GEWCVIP #GetElevatedWomensConference #BrandedLeader

Dress for Success – Phoenix Handbags of Hope Drive

e are proud to be partnering with Dress for Success Phoenix. The mission of Dress for Success is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Dress for Success is known for outfitting women from head to toe and a nice purse helps to give a woman a professionally, polished look. In the spirit of always lifting as we rise, thank you so much for supporting our “Handbags of Hope” Drive with your gently-worn and/or new handbag and $20 Payless Shoe Source donations. We know the recipients will be grateful as well. To find out more about Dress for Success Phoenix and how you can get involved, please contact them via the information below: Lisa Dormal – Executive Director 1024 East Buckeye Road, Suite 165 Phoenix, AZ 85034 | 602-489-7397

We want to give a BIG THANKS to our volunteers. You commitment, support and hard work are invaluable to this experience. GEWC would not be possible without you! Ashley Magitt Andrea Watson David Wendell Boykins Delores Appleton Desniege ‘Dee’ Joseph Ingrid Bohannon Karla Pope Mechelle Tucker Myia Appleton Racquel Blanks Ro Gendrett Relda Quinn Rhonda Alexander Ronette Peterson Ruth M. Stewart Shannon Hayes Stacey Bales Syerra Davis Tanya Gailey Tasha Jones Trineka Greer Valerye Griffin

WORKSHOPS Saturday, May 10, 2014

SESSION 1: 10:30am – 12pm

DR. JEWEL DIAMOND TAYLOR Do Not Give Up Foundation, Inc. 501(c)3

ANGELLA JOHNSON Soul Vision Strategies

Sevilla

Valencia Salon I “Put the SOUL back in your Business to Grow Your Profits & Serve the World” The longest journey women take every day, especially in their businesses, is the distance to get from their head to their heart. This journey shows up in their physical world when they battle their soul’s natural expression of abundance, intuition and spirituality against the illusion that they have to work really hard to earn the right to make money. Instead of playing that game, which results in inconsistent income, burnout and saying yes to everything but themselves, women can have a soulinspired profitable business. During this workshop, Angella shows you how to Put the Soul back in your Business to Grow Your Profits so you make more money, work with ideal clients and love their fulfilling business.

“Whole Woman: 7 Dimensions of Living, Loving & Leading” Elevation requires preparation. Learn how to guard your heart, talent, purpose, passion and time from procrastination, depression, toxic relationships and low self-esteem. Learn how to get your BUT (excuses, fear) out of the way. This high energy, impactful, musical and empowering presentation is just what the doctor ordered to take your life to the next level. Get your booster shot to protect your emotional and spiritual health. You will receive prescriptions from the Self-esteem Dr. Jewel Diamond Taylor, which promises to accelerate your success and happiness rate of growth.

LUNCH ON YOUR OWN 12pm – 2:00pm SESSION 2: 2:45pm – 4:15pm

CHERYL PULLINS Awesome Lifestyle, Inc.

ADILAH BARNES Adilah Barnes Production

Valencia Salon II

Valencia Salon I

“Life Balance Redefined” There is no doubt that women today are living at a much quicker and hurried pace. You have more responsibilities and distractions than ever before. Right? Work. Business. Children. School. And the list goes on. So how can you thrive professionally and personally while still making it all happen? The truth is, you can’t, and there is freedom in embracing that simple truth. Life Balance Redefined explores practical information, inspirational insights and simple solutions rarely shared when discussing the idea of balance. You will learn key strategies to move your life from being frazzled and unfulfilled to a life of healthy boundaries, personal fulfillment and freedom.

“Self Publishing: Writing on Your own Terms” Adilah Barnes, a bestselling Essence Magazine author, was named #3 behind President Obama’s two books in June 2009. She will take a step by step look at self-publishing a book that will begin by exploring voice, theme, arc, identifying one’s market, book packaging elements, post-publishing marketing that include utilizing the internet, social media, book signings and readings. This workshop will take a close look at participants’ visions and what they must say that is at once unique and universal, thus having readership appeal.

NORMA T. HOLLIS Norma Thompson Hollis, Inc.

SESSION 3: 4:30pm – 6:00pm

Valencia II

LORETTA LOVE HUFF Emerald Harvest Consulting LLC

“Cash in on Your Authentic Voice” Transformational artist Norma T. Hollis helps people see themselves. She spent 30 years studying human energy systems from personal, professional and spiritual perspectives. The result is the Authentic Voice System, a transformational process that provides a reference point for growth in vital dimensions of life. Her products and services are designed to help clients achieve the clarity and confidence to find, live and share their authentic power with vibrant and authentic joy. DR. JEWEL TANKARD Full Tank Life for Women: Maximizing Your Finances Sevilla “The Real Secret to Wealth” Multi-Millionairess and Network Marketing Extraordinaire, Jewel Tankard is the wife of Gospel Jazz Musician Ben Tankard. Together, they pastor The Destiny Center, located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The duo, also with their family, star in “Thicker Than Water”, a positive family reality show on the Bravo network, which was picked up for a second season. Jewel is equipped with a unique message that uses a Biblical foundation to help ordinary women lead extraordinary lives both in business and personal endeavors. Because of her passion to reach women, Jewel has also launched Millionairess Lifestyle Book Club, where women are able to obtain detailed action steps that will move them into greatness. Her teachings and workshops encourage personal development, provide mentorship, invoke new ideas and inspire listeners to dream and change their lives. Jewel candidly shares the principles she used to make the transition from working for others to owning her own successful business.

Valencia Salon I When “Off with their Heads” Won’t Work When ‘Off with their Heads!’ Won’t Work presents practical conflict resolution strategies including 6 simple tactics for getting past upsets and conflicts in life and at work. Through sometimes hilarious and touching stories, participants are inspired to reflect on, and devise strategies to deal with, their own disputes by utilizing a collaborative, problem-solving approach. OLIVIA WEST West Advisory Group Valencia Salon II “Going from Worry to Wealth” The state of our global economy is of great concern to all of us. There has never been a time in which having the proper knowledge and making the right financial choices has been so essential to our well being and quality of life. This workshop encourages singles to take control of their personal finances so she is not broke, busted or disgusted by all of the money that she wasted on a bunch shoes! This workshop also helps the married woman understand the long, devastating effects that a lack of money management can have on her marriage and how to prevent that from happening. We will cover several key financial topics, including saving, investing, maintaining good credit, wise consumer spending and what to do if the economy is not working for you. We provide a fun and highly interactive environment conducive to learning and retaining the presented concepts. VIKKI KENNEDY JOHNSON Girl Talk Unplugged Sevilla “The Power of Authentic Sisterhood” Vikki Kennedy Johnson’s passion for the past 20 years has been empowering women. In addition to being the Associate Pastor of Women at her church for the last 15 years, HER TESTIMONY is her message. She says, “If God could take my losing everything, including almost my mind” & restore that plus more, He can & wants to do the same for you.

All-White

Spiritual Send-off

Sunday, May 10th 8am – Noon Attire: All White

appy Mother’s Day to our elevated mothers and to those elevated sisters who may not have bore children but have unconditionally loved, nurtured and ‘mothered’ others.

Our ‘Spiritual Send-off’ was born out of a desire to not just produce a conference that was ‘awesome,’ but a conference designed to equip, encourage, and empower you for transformational living. A send-off that touched your heart and celebrated the spirit. Get ready for an unforgettable Mother’s Day experience featuring... Keynote Speaker DeVon Franklin “A bonafide dynamo and different kind of spiritual teacher of our times.” Oprah DeVon will be signing copies of his book Produced by Faith at the conclusion of the conference.

Musical Artist Kareemah El Amin will be performing a few songs from her debut album I Have No More Tears for Me.

SOCIAL MEDIA TAGS:

Poet, Actress, Warrior Mary Queen Angel “A Poetess Warrior whose tongue has been touched by God.”

The hashtags for this event are:

#GetElevatedWomensConference | #GEWCDevonFranklin #GetElevatedLoveNotes | #SpiritualSendoff

eVon Franklin is a rarity: an AfricanAmerican studio executive at the forefront of Hollywood’s hit machine. He currently serves as Senior Vice President of Production for Columbia Tristar Pictures, a division of Sony Pictures Entertainment, making him one of the youngest individuals in that position in the industry. He recently oversaw the remakes Sparkle, starring the late Whitney Houston in her last on screen role, and The Karate Kid, starring Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith, which grossed over $350 million worldwide. He also worked on The Pursuit of Happyness and Hancock both starring Will Smith, as well as the faith-based hit Not Easily Broken, and the family comedy, Jumping the Broom starring Angela Bassett and Paula Patton, both produced by Bishop T. D. Jakes. He was formerly a studio executive at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) where he worked on John Travolta’s Be Cool and Queen Latifah’s Beautyshop, and got his start as an intern for Will Smith and James Lassiter. In addition to his entertainment industry pursuits, DeVon is also a preacher, a motivational speaker, and the author of Produced By Faith, a howto-guide about pursuing your career without compromising your faith. He’s appeared on CNN, Fox News, NBC and was a featured guest on Oprah’s Super Soul Sunday on the Oprah Winfrey Network. He has also been featured in Essence, Ebony, Jet, and Black Enterprise magazines, among many others. A graduate of the University of Southern California, DeVon was recently named by The Hollywood Reporter as one of the top 35 executives under 35 and one of the top 10 industry impact players by the NAACP. He sits on the boards of Film Independent and American Black Film Festival. He is from the San Francisco Bay Area and lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Meagan. KAREEMAH EL-AMIN rtistic maverick, Renaissance woman, gifted writer, brilliant orator, and anointed psalmist are just a few names that come to mind

when you think of highly acclaimed filmmaker, playwright, director, producer, poet, songwriter and singer Kareemah El-Amin. Kareemah has an artistic bio that details a long list of accomplishments. She has written and produced music for emerging artist’s around the country; penned the book, “The Seven By Four Breakthrough Anointing: Mountain Moving Faith,” produced the award-winning play, “Lockdown Legacy,” as well maintained a successful women’s empowerment blog, Woman Who Serves Ministries, since 2012. Christ transformed, living life out-loud with a laser focus on helping build dreams, her most treasured effort is her conversion to Christianity which launch the completion of her first solo EP, “I Have No Tears For Me” a spiritual espy beckoning those who don’t know Him to learn about Jesus Christ. Kareemah has worked in the artistic industry her entire life creating music, film and theatrical works, acting as a catalyst for change using the arts as her manifesto. Mary Queen Angel Poet, Actress, Warrior n an average day, if not on stage or in front of a camera, you’ll find Mary at the boxing gym! A refreshing talent, Mary’s journey began early where her career was nurtured throughout the Chicago area. Mary’s creative abilities further developed during a year at Columbia College, which led her to Hollywood’s American Musical Dramatic Academy. Upon graduating, this vibrant star has worked on feature/short films, plays, reality TV, and more. As a writer/performer, Mary believes in the freedom to create without confinement of mainstream standards. Also an author and fitness role model, M.Q.Angel has become a voice for women battling weight struggles and food addiction through SOUL COMPETITOR, a series of inspirational books. A warrior at heart, Mary continues to uplift her sisters any way she can. “Only be strong and courageous” is a scriptural theme she is grateful to live by!

Success Redefined Boutique We appreciate the support of our vendors. Please visit with them throughout your conference experience! Charmaine Mills Charm Travels Fashion Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Apparel

Pamela McDonald Sashi Hair

Kareemah El Amin Artist . Writer . Speaker Cdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Books

Vikki Johnson Girl Talk Unplugged Books, T-Shirts & Candles

Melissa Hibbert

Satya Khalsa Silver Dream

Get Elevated Enterprises T-shirts & Books