Dr. Reneé Starlynn Allen

HEART-TO-HEART

with Dr. Reneé Starlynn Allen

Meet Dr. Reneé Starlynn Allen, a black celebrity emcee and host of the Reneé’ Allen & Friends Show. She is also known as The People’s Emcee, Radio & TV Host, Advocate for Women, Families &Human Decency. Dr. Allen is the Founder & C.E.O. of Global Conscious Initiative and launched the DMV 48 Men of Power during the pandemic to highlight men of color who have accomplished phenomenal deeds in this earth and communtiy. Reneé has been a symbol of inspiration for so many in the entertainment industry. Growing up in Fairfield, Connecticut, with two younger sisters, Reneé had to take on a great deal of responsibility at a young age. She was always a force to be reckoned with throughout her academic life; whether it was becoming the first black female all-school Congress President of her High School or winning at volleyball, Reneé has worked her way towards the top of the success ladder.

Transparency. It’s the real deal.

When asked about the women who inspired her, this is what Reneé had to say.

“I start with my family because my Grandma Connie [late], my mother’s mother, she’s just the epitome of what a grandma should be. I mean, she was there for everything! She Inspired my two sisters Lisa, Sonya and I. My Aunt Pookie [late] was another one who always there for us, too. She didn’t skip a beat and I remember that she gave me my deposit on my first home in 1984. She was extraordinarily supportive, and I miss them both dearly. I owe everything that I am to Charlotte Fraser, my mother. She gave just enough rope to let you have some fun while keeping you protected and safe. And I just can’t repay her enough, and I try to do everything I can for her daily.” My Mom is one in a zillion and was responsible for assisting many people in our family as well as several of her friends.

With the opportunity to meet the great Oprah just at the start of her career, Reneé already knew she was born to serve a bigger purpose.

“It was a fundraiser for $1 million to pay off a building downtown, for I believe the National Council for Negro Women, and I met Oprah at that time. She has just completed an interview with Forbes Magazine. She has always been someone that I respected and was proud of; I only wish that I would have given her my card at the time.” She is a living testimony of

After successfully running the Reneé Allen & Friends Show for years, Reneé is proud to launch her first solo book by October 2022. This is what you should expect from it.

“Transparency. It is the real deal. Testimonies from like-minded women and men will be included in my book. Over the past decade and a half I’ve completed eight anthologies. I’m working on my first solo book, Star Power, and I’m also working on a book with Janice Stevens Cook which focuses on the emotional setbacks and how you can overcome them. We met, and we had an experience that we share in this book to help women celebrate each other and stop being jealous of one another. It’s a powerful book, and we have other like-minded women and celebrities involved in it, as well. Everyone is always talking about this word jealousy because it’s not going anywhere. Racism, jealousy and cancer seem to be the poison in the universe, and I want to do something about it and I wish to find a cure for it all. GOD Willing!

Dr. Reneé has had various mentors throughout her life who helped her excel and grow in her career and pushed her to never give up on her dreams.

“I’ve been extremely blessed with many extraordinary experiences where I have received priceless advice from amazing human-beings throughout my life!” Of course, my Mother, Charlotte Fraser, has been the ultimate mentor and role model to me. My father, Leith Fraser, who was my first male mentor and the first man I ever fell in love with; spoiled me and molded me. Charles Overton, Scott, C.S.O. insurance became a mentor of mine, taught me so much, not just about insurance, but just life skills and how to be the greatest salesman in the world. I really learned a lot from him. Darnell Self and his wife, Traci, have been excellent friends to me since 2000. When I met Marcia Dyson; we became very close almost instantly. She and I met through a mutual acquaintance, and I fell in agape love with her and shortly thereafter, brought her to my first women’s event in D.C. where many of the women in my front & second rows had the opportunity to meet her and eventually develop friendships. I love to connect people. I am not selfish and believe that its our duty on earth to connect people and support their dreams so that they will experience trajectory in their passion & purpose. I cannot forget about Dr. Lance London. I have known him for thirty-seven plus years and he has been a safe

Celebrating our Mother, Charlotte Fraser’s, 80th Birthday! or Thank you Mom, Charlotte Fraser for 80+ years of love. or My Siblings and Mom l to r: Lisa, Mother Charlotte, Sonya and Dr. Reneé

haven for me during some of the most difficult years of my life and taught me so much as an entrepreneur. Roger Gore and Dr. George C. Fraser have been inspiration to my soul. FraserNet and the Power Networking Conference changed my way of thinking as a black consumer in America. Each of us bares a responsibility to engage, educate, empower, inspire and motivate our next generation. There are too many to mention, and I am grateful for all who pours positivity and wisdom into my life

If you are a young woman who wants to break into the entertainment industry as a commentator or interviewer, Reneé shares some valuable advice for you.

“You know, women are beautiful people, super emotional and competitive. Keep an open mind! Let things slide off of you that you’re not connecting with. Don’t hold on to things or someone who’s not helping you. Just focus on a great attitude as attitude determines altitude. You are extremely vulnerable and fragile when you’re a young woman or man coming into this world. And it can be frightening, especially for black men who we know how they’re being treated out in the world. So, I would just say, keep your attitude, right? Write your thoughts and goals down on a piece of paper. Always think about your growth and concentrate on becoming a better version of yourself. Figure out what you could have done better in your rework relationships. Write your goals for the next day. What do you want to accomplish? Write your top three things to focus on the next day, and if you fall short, don’t beat yourself up because you have time to make mistakes if you learn from those mistakes and keep going! The one thing you should do your best to avoid is giving up on your dreams because its never too late and you are never too old.

Leaving us with some words of wisdom, this is what the amazing Dr. Reneé Starlynn Allen had to say.

“What I’d like to leave you with are these words of wisdom. We are all growing. It doesn’t matter how old you are; we all learn something new every day. Become someone who loves to learn and serve! What I want people to realize is no matter what income bracket you’re in, or no matter what educational level you have accomplished; Know that we are all human beings and each of us deserves grace, mercy and favor. My prayer is for everyone to walk in kindness because you never know what people are going through. Someone could have received a diagnosis of cancer, or have had one of their parents or loved ones pass away, etc. There’s no reason to be mean at all in this world. And if you’re being mean; shame on you. Being a decent and kind person is a decision! Each of us has one life and it’s your gift to GOD [or your higher power] to be the best! #BamBoomPowdow