Winning Women 2023 Digital Directory

VOLUME II

How to Use the Directory

Authors

Cherese "Talena Skye" Bracey is an early childhood educator, parent consultant, author, event planner, songwriter, voice-over artist, and Christian music artist, to name a few of many hats she wears. Her degree, business credentials, and 25-plus years of experience in early childhood education gave her the foundation in her career to shape young minds in various learning settings She loves helping new parents grow as their child's first teachers and values her love of making a difference in their lives. A graduate of Rising Tide Capital Community Business Academy and licensed certified Early Childhood professional, Cherese is dedicated to helping our most vulnerable children as the founder and CEO of her grassroots program, Reading Reaps Rewards Early Childhood Enrichment Program.

Discovering a need to help children develop a "want" for reading and learning, Cherese has reached many children as well as those challenged in the learning process. The program was created to help children become happy and eager learners with the goal of helping them reach important developmental milestones. Her love of music and reading sparked an interest in becoming a licensed Kindermusik Instructor. Kindermusik is a method of early childhood education and the most widely recognized music and movement program in the country

Authors

KRC Bookstore stands for the black communities' inspiration, education, empowerment, and encouragement. We sell books by black authors that promote positive black images. Some of our fundraising efforts offer tax preparation for individuals and businesses Our CEO has over 22 yrs in this industry

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eauty Professionals & Services

Our hair is our style, our history (or herstory), our personality, and even our culture. I’ve found it to be a way of bonding and socializing with other women.

I’ve personally been wearing hair extensions for over 27 years, and whenever I have tried to find a hair extension company that would deliver both excellent customer service as well as quality products, I find the industry lacking. I have found the entire process exhausting and difficult, often making me frustrated and fearful of buying hair extensions from a new company because my poor experiences from the past were repeated In fact, I found that most companies were just after my money rather than actually providing the service they declared

This is why I decided to take it upon myself to take the negative experience and turn it into a positive one. This is when I created Herstory Hair, a hair company, as well as a platform that would become a supportive environment for women to aid each other with their growth by connecting and encouraging one another through sharing their personal stories In addition, I’ve eliminated the frustration and devastation of trying multiple hair companies only to be disappointed by the quality of the product and the customer service experience. I’ve already done that for you! As I’ve hand-picked the highest quality of raw Cambodian, raw Indian, and virgin hair extension manufacturers.

I am proud of the effort and commitment that went into making this dream a reality, but more than anything, I’m proud of the connections I’ve made along the way The women I’ve met have been outstanding individuals who have provided immeasurable support and inspiration. Now, returning the joy they gave to me is a gift that will never stop giving.

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eauty Professionals & Services

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Business Coaching

Business Coaching

Victoria Woods is an Apostolic Leader, Mentor, and Leadership Coach, who is passionate about helping struggling leaders improve their skills and find the confidence they need to cultivate the vision they have for their business and ministry Victoria created a program to help people realize their vision and dreams and to help establish and exceed their revenue goals and become Destiny-driven Leaders Destined To Lead Enterprises assists small businesses and ministry leaders in coaching, mentoring, and consulting.

Victoria has an extensive leadership background in the faith-based arena She is the Pastor of Kingdom Advancement Ministries Church, a non-profit organization that services our communities

Victoria carries an anointing to teach others to break cycles and old mindsets and to tear down barriers in their lives. God’s people are challenged through her teachings to come out of the box of old mindsets. She truly believes that “ we all have a destiny and purpose that is waiting on us to find it ”

Victoria is married to Mark Woods Sr., and they have three children. She currently resides in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. Victoria Woods is the author of several books, including “A Prophetic Instructional Manual: A Guide to Advance You in Ministry,” “Your Destiny Awaits You- Find Passion for Your Purpose,” and “Your Destiny Awaits” coaching workbook

Business Coaching

At TheGlamCEO.com, you can find visibility opportunities as a guest speaker, magazine cover feature, podcast guest, and more to grow your income and impact!

Created by award-winning PR Expert Lillie Mae, the Glambitious brand has helped entrepreneurs around the world grow their businesses through books, coaching, and special events for over ten years. One of her exciting accomplishments includes helping a beautypreneur client reach $500K in revenue within 6-months.

To connect, follow @iamLillieMae on Instagram, join the Glambitious Facebook Group and subscribe to the Glambitious Network on YouTube!

Lillie Mae has been a Keynote Speaker on numerous platforms; she has interviewed numerous icons, including Wendy Williams & Russell Simmons, and participated as a red carpet correspondent at the MTV VMA’s and BET Awards, in addition to being seen on Netflix, Black Enterprise, TMZ Live, Huffington Post, Cosmopolitan, Entertainment Weekly, Rolling Out, NBC 11Alive, BlackLove.com, HelloBeautiful.com, Refinery29, The Atlanta Voice among other esteemed media platforms.

Business Coaching

As a Psychotherapist and Business Coach, I help entrepreneurs create harmony in life and business through personal development, mental wealth, and sustainable business practices.

Services offered include 1:1 coaching, mental wellness checkups, collaborative book projects, speaking engagements, and an online academy.

Business Coaching

I am a Business Coach & Financial Educator. I help entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners start, grow, and scale their businesses through unorthodox marketing strategies

Editors

Kristina Eaton is an Author, Web3 Writing Specialist, Publisher, and Editor currently serving as CEO and Founder of Adamas Grace Writing Lab. Adamas Grace Writing Lab is a boutique writing studio that offers curated proofreading and editing solutions to small business creatives and non-fiction authors who are stuck when it comes to grammar and syntax and need help finding the perfect mix of words We are a small team who understands the difference between proofreading and editing, how to execute each skill, and deliver clear and concise results. We provide a personalized experience that eliminates trial and error for our clients, one project at a time. Adamas Grace Writing Lab is accepting new clients as of February 2023

Kristina is a 6x Best-Selling Author in the following book anthologies, Delayed But Not Denied: 20 Inspirational Stories About Life and Resiliency Vol. 1, 20 Beautiful Women, Vol 4 and Behind the Rank, Vol 1 and Coach Wisdom: The Secrets of 30 Successful Coaches and more. Kristina is a Combat Veteran with 20+ years of military service. Kristina Eaton’s mission is to impact, influence, and inspire women worldwide

Fashion & Accessories

Monique (Mo) Glover is an NYC-based fashion designer with two decades of experience designing for emerging womenswear and children’s retail brands. After giving birth to her son Zyem, she launched her own label bearing his name, ZYEM NYC The inter-generational apparel company's mission is to promote positivity, empowerment, and selfexpression through style Coming of age in New York, traveling across the globe, and experiencing childhood with her son, Zyem and his friends inspired her work's vintage and modern mix of style.

Most recently, along with ZYEM Kids receiving a trend mention in WGSN, her work was featured in an HBO documentary starring legendary photographer Jamel Shabazz about the life and work of Gordon Parks Her 2021 Roller-Skate-themed collection and content created more brand awareness for ZYEM NYC and earned an interview feature in Bella Magazine Style Report. Her brand was listed in Holiday Gift Guides in 2022, including Buy Black Brooklyn, and a special affordable children's collection was offered on Shein.com in Spring 2022. Glover began honing her creative skills as an art student at LaGuardia High School of Music & Performing Arts and earned a BFA in Fashion at Pratt Institute Young models and style influencers wearing ZYEM Kids apparel appear on RollingOut com, Fashion GXD Magazine, Kid's Fashion Magazine, and various publications that cover Essence Magazine’s Street Style Block Parties. She has co-produced the children's fashion segments for Fashion Week Brooklyn from 2020-2022, contributed costume design for the Photography brand, Toddlewood’s homages to the Met Gala, September 2018 diverse fashion magazine covers, and Black Panther movie poster covered by Inside Edition

Fashion & Accessories

Monique (Mo) Glover is an NYC-based fashion designer with two decades of experience designing for emerging womenswear and children’s retail brands. After giving birth to her son Zyem, she launched her own label bearing his name, ZYEM NYC The inter-generational apparel company's mission is to promote positivity, empowerment, and selfexpression through style Coming of age in New York, traveling across the globe, and experiencing childhood with her son, Zyem and his friends inspired her work's vintage and modern mix of style.

Most recently, along with ZYEM Kids receiving a trend mention in WGSN, her work was featured in an HBO documentary starring legendary photographer Jamel Shabazz about the life and work of Gordon Parks Her 2021 Roller-Skate-themed collection and content created more brand awareness for ZYEM NYC and earned an interview feature in Bella Magazine Style Report. Her brand was listed in Holiday Gift Guides in 2022, including Buy Black Brooklyn, and a special affordable children's collection was offered on Shein.com in Spring 2022. Glover began honing her creative skills as an art student at LaGuardia High School of Music & Performing Arts and earned a BFA in Fashion at Pratt Institute Young models and style influencers wearing ZYEM Kids apparel appear on RollingOut com, Fashion GXD Magazine, Kid's Fashion Magazine, and various publications that covered Essence Magazine’s Street Style Block Parties. She has co-produced the children's fashion segments for Fashion Week Brooklyn from 2020-2022, contributed costume design for the Photography brand, Toddlewood’s homages to the Met Gala, September 2018 diverse fashion magazine covers, and Black Panther movie poster covered by Inside Edition

Financial Advisors & Coaches

Tax Professional

Registered tax professional for individuals and small businesses, serving clients for 24 years in taxes & finance.

Licensed Insurance Agent

Licensed Life, Health & Accident Insurance Agent by the States of LA, TX, MS & FL (other states coming soon)

Business Advisor

Advising business owners, from start-ups to those who are soaring

Educator

I have a Passion, Purpose & Plan to teach ENTREPRENEURSHIP & BUSINESS STRATEGIES effectively.

Public Speaker

Motivator & Educator- let's get it DONE!

Philanthropist

Advocating for financial literacy and business development to be accessible to EVERYONE

Ministry Servant

GOD has me here for a purpose, and it begins with servitude.

Health & Wellness

Beverly K. Johnson is a Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition and Transformation Coach, and Founder of The EPIC Academy and Genesys Fitness. After being a Zumba instructor for years, Beverly knew her influence included more than helping “forgotten women ” lose weight She has grown her coaching practice into serving men and women who need a makeover from the inside out

Beverly is a member of the International Sports Sciences Association. Having been featured in dozens of national and international magazines, Beverly has been recognized by SwagHer Magazine, and Meta (Facebook)

Previously, she was a military officer in the Army Beverly is a proud graduate of Alabama A&M University She is also a member of Huntsville, AL Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., and National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Black Speakers Network.

Beverly currently lives in Alabama with her dog diva, Zoe

Life Coaching

Kitty Arceneaux, an Ambassador for Christ, is a 2x International Award-Winning Author and has received two bronze medal awards for her book Ruth Ready. She is a certified Master Life Coach, a Mindfulness Coach, a Book Coach and Strategist, an ordained minister, and CEO of Elevate'HER UP LLC Kitty is also the Founder of Youths Experiencing Success (Y E S), a 501c3 nonprofit organization She has also written three children's books along with other published books.

Kitty is recognized by the National Poetry Association and featured in the book "Eternal Portrait Series" for three of her poems She is also a member of Who's Who with the International Library of Poetry Kitty is a New Orleans Native who loves writing, teaching, and sharing God's Word with others

Kitty offers Book Coaching, Book Strategy, Mindfulness Coaching, Clarity, and Accountability Calls.

Life Coaching

Dr. LaQuita Monley is a devoted wife(proud Army wife), mother of five, and grandmother of five. She also operates in purpose and expertise as a transformational coach, mentor, and international speaker. LaQuita’s mantle is to charge others with the task of progressing into the best version of themselves As a certified Speaker, Coach, Trainer, and Facilitator, LaQuita seamlessly shifts from ministry to the marketplace with transformative messages on mindset and leadership that produce real-life growth strategies.

Whether your focus is on personal development or scaling your latest entrepreneurial venture, every successful project requires the right tools LaQuita assists her clients with proven principles that empower them to take intentional action steps to become the best versions of themselves LaQuita presents implementable life “tools” that lead to lasting success in life and business.

Media & Entertainment

Power Influence Radio is an internet radio station created to keep you encouraged with positive vibes 24/7. Each show is filled with powerful messages and content from some of the most influential world changers in the industry. We have a footprint in the major cities of Atlanta, Dallas, and Houston but have a global audience Tune in to hear from a variety of artists, such as Tamala Mann, India Arie, Ledisi, Kirk Franklin, LeCrae, John P Kee, Tasha Cobbs, and Jekelyn Carr.

Our mission is to use the power of radio to make a kingdom influence around the globe

Media & Entertainment

Award Winning Writer and Journalist Tammy Reese began her career as a theater actress performing in 60 live stage shows a year with The Media Unit TV and Stage Production Company. Eventually, she went to Empire State College to obtain her degree in Media Studies. After graduation, she did more theater work and wrote, produced, and directed her own videos to spread awareness of social issues through the arts

Tammy is a 2018 40 Under Forty Award Honoree and a 2019 WCNY/PBS Makers: Women Who Make America Award. In 2020 Sheen Magazine listed Tammy as a woman in multimedia on the rise.

The Owner of Visionary Minds Public Relations and Media is best known for landing major interviews with Sigourney Weaver, Meagan Good, Laurence Fishburne, Mona Scott-Young, Luke Evans, Courtney Kemp, Neyo, B Scott, Slim and Mike of 112, Omar Epps, Joseph Sikora, Carmen Electra, Giancarlo Esposito, Brely Evans, Danielle Moné Truitt, Leon, Patina Miller, Nelly, La La Anthony, Michael James Shaw, Matt Cedeño, Dedee Pfeiffer, Russell Hornsby, Amber Riley, Ginuwine, and many more.

In 2022 Tammy got to cover the AMC Networks Summit 2022, WeTV’S Hip Hop Homicides event with 50 Cent and Mona-Scott Young, and some of the biggest horror events of the year, including NJ Horror Con which she’s personally invited to cover every year, and Scarefest which headlined Freddy Krueger himself, Mr. Robert Englund. As well as cover talent, and content for Starz, BET, HBO Max, Lifetime, Prime Video, The Roku Channel, and Lionsgate, to name a few

One of the most memorable press accomplishments for Tammy this year was covering the 2022 Tribeca Festival, where she got to cover the red carpet and live panel events featuring Tyler Perry, Cynthia Erivo, Spike Lee, Gayle King, Pharrell Williams, Penélope Cruz, Lynn Whitfield, Jurnee Smollett, Pam Grier, Lil Baby, Antonio Banderas, and Robert De Niro.

If that isn’t enough, this year she’s covered concerts for Patti LaBelle and Boyz II Men and interviewed cast members from her favorite television series of all time, “The Walking Dead.”

Tammy is a podcast co-host for New York Women in Film and Television and a new member of For(bes) The Culture. 2023 looks so bright for Tammy as she is soon releasing her highly awaited interviews with the cast of Starz BMF, as well as preparing to cover the biggest film festival in The United States, The Sundance Film Festival 2023

Keep up to date with Tammy Reese @tammyreesemedia.

Media & Entertainment

Lady Tiffany Nicole is a media magnet called to help entrepreneurs cultivate their gifts and penetrate their market through the ministry of TV and radio. Through her gift of personality, she has become the premier kingdom personality to help promote entrepreneurs, small businesses, authors, etc , through her international media brand, The Virtuous Hour Media and Marketing LLC The multi-award-winning The Virtuous Hour Radio Show has grown a major marketing audience from major cities such as Dallas, Atlanta, New York, and Baltimore, as well as a large international following in Africa and Germany, to name a few. The radio program is now heard on Power Influence Radio every Saturday at 9 am EST and syndicated Sundays at 6 pm EST on Hustle Mama Radio, with more outlets to be added in 2023

Lady Tiffany Nicole is available for bookings to host Red Carpet interviews, shows, and various events.

Mental Health

Sasha Johnson a Licensed Professional Counselor residing in the Atlanta area Her story includes many accomplishments; however, the beginning was very bleak. Upon high school graduation Sasha would marry her love, give birth to a son, and be pregnant with a second son by the tender age of 19. She would later learn that her husband had fallen victim to his environment, and he began abusing substances and her. Circumstances would force her to flee with nothing but a few days’ worths of baby supplies moving back to her hometown of Montgomery, AL Recreating a life from scratch was hard; she found herself utilizing domestic violence centers, clothing closets, and the system. This series of events would lead Sasha to continue to struggle. While trying to find her niche, she enrolled in programs such as cosmetology and nursing, only to fail! After taking a long hard look at herself, she realized that “I’m all these little faces have ” She goes on to pull herself up by her bootstraps and take control of her destiny by enrolling at Troy University with an unsure future in tow

As a Full-Time Student, it was not uncommon for Sasha to hold multiple titles such as waitress, bookkeeper, or network marketing manager just to make ends meet. The fact that she is still standing tall is remarkable! Sasha fought many battles, including depression, low self-esteem, self-sabotage, and the biggest battle of them all to JUST KEEP

SWIMMING Not taking no for an answer, she forged on to pursue her dream of helping others To date, she stands as a full-time mom, author, radio personality, therapist, producer, and the proud founder of Sister’s 2nd Chance Her nonprofit organization focuses on supporting the community through similar challenging situations while breaking the stigma that surrounds mental health. Inside and Out Consulting, her private practice, provides mental health counseling services to individuals and/or families suffering from trauma, relationship conflict, and overall challenges SHE WON and is looking to share her experiences with others I look to discussing future opportunities with you

Publicists

Francheska “Fancy” Felder is the lead publicist at SwagHer Magazine & Media. The brand doubles as an online and print publication for the Black woman that likes to keep it real and a public relations boutique. The boutique offers The Visibility Vault for Black businesswomen, which includes:

-Digital Marketing

Social Media Advertising

Content Marketing

Email Marketing

-Winning Women 2023 Digital Directory

-Public Relations Services

-Paid Feature Opportunities (Advertorials)

Online Print Podcast

-Vendor Opportunities

Schedule your free consultation today to learn more.

Publicists

Dawn Michelle Hardy is a creative strategist who understands that promoting authors and their books is rooted in discoverability, granting access, and taking an entrepreneurial approach Her body of work with fiction, nonfiction, children’s book authors, and poets earned Dawn the moniker The Literary Lobbyist from Ebony Magazine

Dawn is a frequent podcast guest and conference presenter who teaches platform building, proposal writing, and the best practices for securing a traditional book deal. 90% of her clients come through industry referrals or online searches

Dawn has served as a member of the NAACP Image Award Literary Committee, been interviewed by Forbes, Esquire, Poets & Writers, Black Enterprise, and Access and Opportunity with Carla Harris on various topics concerning the book industry. In 2023, she was the Women's History Month cover story for Resilient Magazine.

Some of her past clients include New York Times Bestselling authors Clint Smith, D Watkins, Sadeqa Johnson, and Tia Williams; award-winning poet Khalisa Rae; sports biographer Kent Babb; entertainment attorney Lisa Bonner, Esq.; Reverend Otis Moss III; and Mary-Frances Winters CEO of The Winters Group.

In 2018 Dawn launched Publishing in Your Pajamas, a virtual one-day conference for emerging authors, and serves as host and executive producer for Book Banter TV, a cool interactive streaming series about writers and their books She was instrumental in building and growing the Black Girls Must Die Exhausted novel series by bestselling author Jayne Allen.

Since she began her publishing career 20 years ago, Dawn has continued to passionately champion for BIPOC writers to help them lift their voices and promote their books

Publishers

Dr. Tamera Foley is a veteran educator, founder, and owner of Garwell Publishing. A passionate advocate for children in trauma and children experiencing mental health issues, she believes that everyone has a story to tell.

Her passion is to encourage young writers to explore a variety of genres to share their experiences with their peers worldwide.

Garwell Publishing is an agency specializing in children's books, from beautifully illustrated children's books to entertaining coloring and activity books We also support adults' publishing journeys with novels, journals, memoirs, and self-help books We are happy to work with you to meet your needs with a customized package

We understand all of the minute details involved in publishing a book and getting it into the hands of eager readers. That's why we decided to take our publishing knowledge to help others publish their book

Publishers

Tanisha Mackin is an Award-Winning Author, Ghostwriter, Publisher, Travel Writer, and TV Host who believes in the power of travel and adventure as stress relievers. After losing her husband in 2010, she found purpose in her pain by writing books about her experience and helping others heal their pain through storytelling She was inspired to not focus on the negative but on the positive of her heartaches When asked what inspired this colon cancer survivor to work hard, Tanisha has to look no further than her two beautiful children.

Tanisha started her publishing company in 2010 when she wrote her first book, “Still Standing ” Tanisha Mackin Publishing, LLC assists others by helping them share their stories through writing Her company provides ghostwriting and publishing services to those looking to become bestselling authors Tanisha has led several clients to become award-winning and bestselling authors.

R eal Estate

Tasha Lyons is a DMV-based realtor and Team Lead of The Lyons Den Group of Exit Community Realty Her team of agents consists of her daughter, JaNeil Lyons, and husband, Neil Lyons.

Although she is readily available to assist clients in all areas of real estate, her specialty is first-time home buyers. She has a special love for clients who are choosing to stop paying rent and choose home ownership Tasha loves to educate her clients during the process so that they fully understand what they're doing and why they're doing it Tasha's goal is to put 50 or more families in homes this year.

R eal Estate

Iyana Tennon is a licensed South Florida realtor. She was born in Duquesne, PA, and graduated from Clarion University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Education With a degree in education, she served 20 years teaching in private and public institutions She relocated to South Florida in 2017 and got licensed to work for individuals and families looking to relocate and/or buy their first real estate property

In 2008, she founded a private school for students in grades K-8 located in the community she grew up. In the position of Executive Director, she gained skills that have successfully transferred to real estate Skills such as: overseeing day-to-day operations, managing a staff of educators and independent contractors while recruiting families, and soliciting funding from community members, local businesses, and philanthropic organizations. She is proficient in communication, customer service, and time management to minimize stress during real estate transactions. Punctuality, organization, and meeting deadlines in a timely manner are a priority in assuring quality service.

As a licensed South Florida realtor, Iyana is educated, motivated, and committed to guiding individuals and families on the pathway to home ownership. With her expertise in time management, research, and attention to detail, she creates a memorable experience with little to no stress. As a realtor, she aims to negotiate and advocate for a client's best interests and provide constant communication and education throughout the process.

Iyana specializes in the buying, selling, and leasing of residential real estate She has made the transition to work full-time in real estate, dedicating her time and energy to helping individuals and families with the purchase of their first home and/or relocating to South Florida.

Iyana's goal is to use her knowledge and expertise as a Realtor, guided by her professionalism, integrity, and her negotiating skills, to serve her clients Her mission is to work diligently and steadfastly throughout the process and to pilot individuals and families on a path to homeownership

Social Media Management

Erin Alexander aims to reach 100,000 black women and take their business to new heights with a 1-of-1 Brand Strategy that will set their industry on fire. After traveling the world and being featured on Brown University’s Student Radio Station with her podcast, The Business Of Soul Searching, she took her media efforts to the next level She has broken down attracting new clients and social media marketing to a science

Melanin Erin Marketing infuses Human Design, a combination of astrology/chakras, and more into your Brand Strategy to get to the root of why people buy from you. For the women that have paid thousands of dollars to coaching programs and feel like they’ve tried everything on social media to no avail, the bus stops here! No more copying what your competition is doing You are the obvious choice, and it’s time for you to start acting like it! Human Design focused marketing unlocks your raw and potent energy, making your marketing jaw-dropping.

Human Design will enhance every aspect of your life You can use these lifelong strategies in relationships with your partners, children, and career Remember creating a successful lifestyle starts and ends with you

Are you ready to attract your dream clients with your natural aura while you spend time in your joy space? Click this link and book a call with me to discuss how to attract clients to you.