Sugarplum RenaissanceŠ: The 2014 Transcendent Resurgence
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Welcome Sisters! It is with a joyous heart that I welcome you to the first session of the Sugarplum Renaissance©: The 2014 Transcendent Resurgence! The idea for this project was birthed during lunch with my agent and friend Cynthia Walton. It began as a workshop, but quickly grew into a series of powerful sessions with one goal: to assist women to determine the direction for their lives and create intentional goals reflective of that vision. The word “sugarplum” dates back to the 1600’s denoting a process of candy-making called panning that was so labor intensive and time consuming that only the wealthy could afford the treats or “sugarplums”. The word “renaissance” means rebirth or renewal. So the Sugarplum Renaissance is quite literally the Rebirth of You – deliberately, delicately, deliciously, extravagantly - over a period of time. We will begin this process today with the Transcendent Resurgence – embracing the Inspiring Revival of your hopes, dreams, aspirations, and goals. Everything that you put aside due to circumstance – be it lack of motivation, support, finances, time, courage or plain audacity- you will now PLAN to make provisions to remove the circumstances that hindered your progress; BUILD relationships with other women who are on the same mission; and WORK toward making 2014 the best year you have ever seen. Just as the process of creating sugarplums used to take days just to make a few treats, so too will the process of creating your new circumstances take months to make new strides. But sisters, I tell you that you are worth it – and it is now YOUR time to get everything you ever wanted in and out of life. And the wonderful women who are joining me here today – Rev. Dr. Chestina M. Archibald, LaTay Mays, Mona Shah-Joshi, Tonica “Nikki” Stephenson, and Cynthia Walton – are here to help you do so. Let us begin the Sugarplum Renaissance©! www.LynitaMitchellBlackwell.com
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The 2014 Transcendent Resurgence Sunday, December 8, 2013 3:30 to 6:00pm Maggiano’s Little Italy Restaurant Cumberland Mall Atlanta, Georgia Networking/Shopping with Vendors Welcome Let’s Turn Distressed into De-Stressed! Mona Shah-Joshi Art of Living Foundation, Director – Georgia Wellness & Stress Management Expert Dinner Transforming & Empowering Your Life Through Spiritual Enlightenment Rev. Dr. Chestina M. Archibald Life Coach, Speaker, Author Spiritual Renewal I dress celebrities, yes I do! But the celebrity I'd like to dress is YOU! Tonica “Nikki” Stephenson Nikki Styled Me Celebrity Wardrobe Stylist I’ll give you Celebrity Hair with a Professional Flair! LaTay Mays Global Glam Ambassadors Celebrity Hair Stylist Love & Romance: Let me tell you how to get the ring and KEEP it! Cynthia Walton BURST Agency Branding, Image Management & Relationship Expert Transcendent Resurgence - Launching the 2014 Leading Woman Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell Leading Through Living Community Attorney, CPA, Author, Speaker, Facilitator www.LynitaMitchellBlackwell.com
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About Our Speakers Mona Shah-Joshi Wellness & Stress Management Expert Mona Shah-Joshi is an international expert in stress management and personal development, helping people to achieve greater success and fulfillment in their lives. Since 1994, she has facilitated more than 20,000 hours of programs for the Art of Living Foundation (AOLF) and the International Association for Human Values (IAHV). Operating in over 150 countries, Art of Living is a non-profit, educational and humanitarian organization founded in 1981 by worldrenown spiritual leader and humanitarian Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Art of Living offers highly effective programs that foster inner peace, happiness and well-being. Using a unique, synergistic blend of breathing techniques, meditation, yoga and wisdom, Art of Living programs have helped millions around the world transform their lives. Universities, corporations, government institutions and spiritual organizations have sought Mona’s expertise on wellness, work-life management, women’s empowerment and interpersonal relationships. She has been a featured guest on television and radio shows. Her work with children has led her to conduct IAHV’s Youth Empowerment workshops for underprivileged and violent sectors in Jamaica. Mona is actively involved in developing social service projects with the AOLF and IAHV. Mona enjoys traveling, reading and vegan baking.
Rev. Dr. Chestina M. Archibald Life Coach, Author, Speaker Rev. Dr. Chestina M. Archibald, former chaplain at Fisk University, is editor of Say Amen, (the African American Family’s Book of Prayers), co-editor of Divine Inspiration, author of Secret of the Psalms, and Lessons for Living From A Dying Man. She is also a Staley Foundation Christian scholar lecturer, has been continually listed in Marquis Who’s Who Among American Women, and is a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 Certified Mediator. Rev. Archibald received her Bachelors of Arts from the University of www.LynitaMitchellBlackwell.com
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Sugarplum Renaissance©: The 2014 Transcendent Resurgence Dubuque; Master of Divinity from the Interdenominational Theological Center; and her Doctor of Jurisprudence from Howard University School of Law. She has received numerous honors and awards and has spoken in the most humble rural settings as well as pinnacles of academe including Howard University, Harvard University, and Duke University. Her depth of spirituality has allowed her to be called upon to speak and participate in the “Consultation for Global Survival,” (Nairobi, Kenya), the World Student Christian Federation (Harare, Zimbabwe), and serve as Friendship Ambassador to Venezuela. Her passion is helping others acquire a spiritual consciousness that translates into outstanding leadership, scholarship and character so as to yield peace, love and prosperity.
Tonica “Nikki” Stephenson Celebrity Wardrobe Stylist A creative fashion innovator, Tonica Stephenson (aka Nikki) encompasses the art of Fashion and Style. Nikki, has a passion for fashion which led her to pursue a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Style and Marketing from American Intercontinental University of Los Angeles. Before she even received her degree, Nikki had been hired as Wardrobe Stylist Assistant for Entertainment Tonight! While there, Nikki styled Jennifer Hudson, Fantasia Barrino, Paula Abdul, Bob Goens, Mark Steines and Mary Hart. Nikki has done various style and design work, and fashion shows for Cosmopolitan Magazine, Roberto Cavalli, Valentino, and Versace. Nikki has also done set design and wardrobe styling for Nickelodeon and served as wardrobe stylist “One on One”. Her most recent position held was as Manager of Costuming for Walt Disney Entertainment where she ran the daily costuming operations of Disney's Magic Kingdom Parades. While there, Nikki worked with the likes of Miley Cyrus, The Jonas Brothers, Regis Philpin and Kelly Ripa. Nikki proudly offers her styling and personal shopping services for the everyday individual. She prides herself on providing the "Celebrity Experience" for the everyday individual.
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LaTay Mays Celebrity Hair Stylist LaTay Mays is a Master Cosmetologist who does “Celebrity Hair with a Professional Flair!” Her clientele ranges from the professional woman to celebrities. She has had the honor to work with Chilli (Rozonda Thomas) of TLC, Vivica Fox, Lisa Raye, Regina Belle, Kandi Burguss, and Mary Mary, just to name a few. And before she relocated to Atlanta, she was the stylist for the majority of the wives and children of the Denver Broncos and Nuggets. Additionally, LaTay has served as master stylist on television shows and magazines. LaTay is also the founder and lead trainer of Global Glam Ambassadors, an intense professional stylist training program that prepares stylists to work on movie, magazine, and other professional sets in the entertainment and beauty industries. LaTay says that, “I know God created me to bless women to feel beautiful and look beautiful, that’s where my love of Hairstyling comes from. To have a woman sit in my chair and cry tears of joy because she feels the best she has felt in her life. They say your energy comes from your head and that’s why I continue my journey in the hair industry.”
Cynthia Walton Branding, Image Management & Relationship Expert CEO of BURST Agency Cynthia Walton brings an energy to promoting and branding like no other. Her excellent leadership and ability to strategically build character representation for a person or product is second to none, and has earned her the nickname “The Renaissance Woman,” As CEO of BURST Agency, Cynthia provides special events production, media relations and affluent lifestyle management to clients in the fashion, entertainment, sports and corporate sectors. Cynthia takes a unique approach to each of her clients and becomes their brand ambassador. “I make the people who make the money,” she says. She brands each client appropriately to enhance their already present skills and personality. “The Renaissance Woman” also utilizes her character representation and branding skills in to assist single women and couples on relationship savvy, specifically how to “get the ring and keep it”. Married for the past 10 years, Cynthia is very candid when she shares her relationship journey: having received 8 marriage proposals, 5 from good men, how she finally found “the one”. www.LynitaMitchellBlackwell.com
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Host Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell Attorney & CPA, Author, Speaker, Facilitator Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell is the author of Leading Through Living: A Guide for Women Seeking Growth Through Leadership. She is an Attorney, CPA, and committed servant leader who utilizes her education, expertise, and network to encourage, equip, and champion women to be successful leaders professionally, in the community, and personally. A facilitator and trainer, Lynita has developed and executed workshops on career transitions, effective communication, team building and coaching, conflict management, generational diversity, brand and image management, budget and finance, and professional development for adults and teens for several organizations. Lynita’s diverse and unique background in Corporate America and community organizations laid the foundation for her dedication to guiding up and coming professionals. Upon earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Florida A&M University as a magna cum laude graduate, Lynita began her career with PricewaterhouseCoopers and later Deloitte. While she enjoyed assisting clients in process improvement, she followed her childhood dream to become an attorney, returning to academia to earn her Juris Doctor degree from Georgia State University College of Law. While earning her degree, Lynita completed the requirements to obtain her CPA license, earned the International Comparative Law/Commercial Arbitration Certificate from Johannes Kepler Universitat Linz, Austria, and had the honor of working on a nationally watched Congressional campaign, rising to Volunteer Coordinator. She trained, managed, and deployed over 600 volunteers that led to victory in unseating a 10 year incumbent. Upon passing the Georgia Bar, Lynita desired to utilize her experience gained during the campaign as a Client Partner with a boutique recruiting firm, developing relationships with start-up, private, and publicly traded companies and firms; and assisting law and finance mid level to C-suite professionals obtain opportunities with those organizations. Although Lynita found the role energizing, she yearned to once again practice law and was recruited to work with a real estate firm, and soon started her own firm. While she continues to practice law, Lynita has focused her attention on training a new generation of leaders, mostly women, through the Leading Through Living Community. Even with all this, Lynita remains a committed professional and community leader. She serves as the Georgia Chapter President of the American Association of Attorney-Certified Public Accountants, Atlanta Chapter Advisory Board Chair of the New Leaders Council, Post-seat Holder of the Douglas County Democratic Party, and is a past President of the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys Foundation. Lynita has been recognized for her commitment to service by the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation with the President's Call to Service Award, a lifetime achievement award for service; and by Black Enterprise Magazine as one of its "BE NEXT 35" Young and Bold Business Leaders due to her work with the non-profit women’s leadership development and training organization she co-founded in 2008: the Jewell Jackson McCabe Emerging Leaders Institute, Inc. (ELI). Lynita is also an honorary member of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Birmingham Chapter. Lynita loves to run, write, and paint, and is an avid reader. She is married to Rev. Brian Blackwell and they have one daughter.
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Incredible Appreciation to Our Platinum Sponsor
Premier Transitional Services, Inc. Mrs. Sonji Willingham, CEO Special Appreciation to Our Gold Sponsors
Auntie’s Baked Goodies BURST Agency J. McGowan Photography
Happy Holidays! See you in January for the Vision Board Party! www.LynitaMitchellBlackwell.com
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