From the Desk of the CEO

Welcome to our first issue of the year! How befitting that March is Women's History Month We celebrate all that we are because we are truly every woman We can do and accomplish anything including starting over

Doing A New Thing

This month, I decided to write most of the articles myself I did so because I have lots to say and I am passionate about the communities that we serve I do not take my God given gift to reimagine or create for myself numerous opportunities Sisters it is time to do NEW THINGS We cannot go back to how we were prior to the pandemic and we cannot move forward successfully without owning where we are as of today. That means lots of reflection and upskilling to improve and be our best selves

We Are Talking About Us

This issue will discuss the challenges of women of color and our success We have come so far and must understand that it is a continuous journey We must constant work to preserve our rights, our health, our education, our families and our money, to name a few The articles will highlight what we are doing well and what we need to do to create legacy and impact

I Am Sharing My Truth

Recently, I had someone tell me that I should announce that I am no longer behind the chair I cannot wait to share with you all in this issue how I came to that point and how it is the best decision that I have made for myself at this time Please enjoy reading the articles and THANK YOU for always supporting our mission of creating collaborative safe spaces for women of color ook to your left and to your right. Look in the front of you and behind you. Turn on the television or radio. Log onto social media. Everywhere you look, a woman is there.

Women's History Month allows us the opportunity to celebrate and reflect on all that we have accomplished. We have our first Black Supreme Court Judge, Kentanji. We have Black women who are now part owners of the Denver Broncos.

We are sitting on boards, building schools, creating businesses faster than anyone else and hold are the most educated by race and gender in the United States. That does not happen without the tenacity and grit that flows in our DNA.

What began as a week in 1981 quickly turned into a month in 1987. Women , especially women of color continue to make strides even as we fight for equal pay, body rights or positions that we have long earned.

Be not weary in well-doing. While not easy, women continue to take care of their families, upskill in education and diversify their portfolios. We are proud to be a part of the movement that is occurring in the sisterhood.

Patricia ww.thestilettotalks.com/magazine

The second photo shows attendees from the holiday soiree', hosted by The Stiletto Talks. The third picture is a recurring contributor, HR professional Charlsie Jackson.