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Essence Banks is a heart disease survivor, supporter advocate of heart health since September 2004. At the age of 30, Essence experienced shortness of breath and heart palpitations during her workouts - she knew something was wrong and after several tests her cardiologist discovered over 90% blockage in 2 arteries. Essence founded Heart N Hands in 2014 to raise awareness and educate girls aged 10-...

Angela O’Byrne, FAIA, president and owner of Perez in New Orleans, is a licensed Architect, General Contractor, and has a master’s degree in Real Estate Development. Under Angela O'Byrne's visionary leadership since 2000, Perez APC has grown into an international firm, with projects across the country and around the globe. Contact Information: Website:   www.e-perez.com EMAIL:  aobyrne@e-perez.com

Iam Tucker joins the Company from Integrated Logistical Support Incorporated (ILSI Engineering), a 100% minority-female owned small business, where over the past 15 years she as President/CEO she has steadily grown her family business in employees & revenues. Iam graduated from University of New Orleans, Goldman Sachs 10k Small Business Initiative and Dartmouth’s Tuck School of Business Execut...

Lisa Wineburg is a licensed therapist with a specialty in trauma and PTSD.  She is the owner of New Beginnings Behavioral Health Service and is launching a nonprofit organization called The Butterfly Effect Trauma Response & Treatment Foundation this fall. Lisa is currently enrolled at Tulane University, pursuing her doctorate degree and researching the area of repeated trauma exposure and its...

Dr. Calvin Mackie, an award-winning mentor, inventor, and speaker, established STEM NOLA, a non-profit organization, to expose and inspire communities, especially minority and low-income students, to STEM opportunities. STEM NOLA has engaged over 125,000 students since 2013, providing hands-on project-based learning.  Website:  https://stemnola.com/ https://stemglobalaction.com/   Social Media han...

Chris N. Cheetham-West, is an MBA, an international speaker, author, Voted Top 50 Black Entrepreneurs in 2020 by D-Mars, and Founder of LR Training Solutions. Global brands, Fortune 500 companies, and government agencies seek out Chris and his company for their events and trainings. In his former position at Google, he managed marketing programs and strategies for key products. Experienced and dri...

Robert Kennedy III is a trainer, keynote speaker, workshop facilitator and coach in leadership communication and presentation confidence. Over the past 15+ years, he has executives and business leaders on bringing their communication to life. He specializes in Public Presentation Skills, Speech Preparation & Structure, Team-Building, and Presentation Planning, Development & Delivery. Notab...

LaTierra is a cultural organizer and grant writing consultant, and Lakiesha, a marketing and communications professional. They are the founding worker-owners of the Womxnist Liberation Collaborative, a multi-stakeholder cooperative that leverages their talents and skills towards Black Liberation.   Contact Information: Womxnist Liberation Collaborative LaTierra Piphus Worker-owner 4035 Washington...

Chakissia Sapp, Founder of The Rashad Bailey Foundation. I'm an aspiring mother who is passionate and dedicated to making a change for mothers and families who have lost a child to gun violence. I was a young mother raising Rashad in Richmond, CA. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at Colorado University.  Contact Information: Instagram: rab_foundation21 Website: therashadbailey.f...

Billy Arcement, The Candid Cajun, is an insightful leader, former state president of the Louisiana School Boards Association, 34-year senior corporate manager, professional speaker, syndicated columnist, and author of six books. His understanding of leadership principles and his Cajun wisdom translate into presentations that are not theory but truth. Contact Information 225-572-2804 (Personal Cell...

Dr. Kelli Joseph is currently the superintendent of St. Helena Parish School District where she has served for 12 years. She is also an adjunct professor at Southeastern University. She is an advocate for equity, access and opportunities for children in traditional public schools. Contact Information: T: (225) 222-4349 Website: Visit St. Helena Parish School District website to review the 2023-202...

Louis loves serving the Lord. He was raised in the lower ninth ward, and is one of nine children. He is a graduate of St. Augustine High School class of 1980. After graduating from St. Aug, he served six years in the Louisiana Air National Guard where he was promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant.  Louis has a bachelor degree in Criminal Justice from Loyola University, and a Master's in Public Adm...

Robert E. Douglas, Ph. D. is a retired Engineering Manager with over 40 years of corporate experience. He has a BS, MBA, MPA and PhD degrees.  He has 28 years of military service (Retired LTC) after serving a tour of active duty in Iraqi Freedom.  He has been very active in Literacy, Dialogue on Race, Toastmasters, B R Rotary and 100 Black men.  Robert combines his military experience with his cor...

Jon L. Renthrope, 35, is a native New Orleanian and member of the United Nation of Houma Indians, an indigenous tribal community located in the bayou region of Southern Louisiana.  He is CEO of Cajun Fire Brewing Company, the first Black and Native American owned brewing company in the U.S. South, and an internationally recognized brewmaster by trade profession.   Contact Information: Twitter: @Dr...

Top Tutors For Us provides accessible, experienced test prep tutors resembling Black high-school students. Founded by Angelica Harris 10 months ago, it won the Skandalaris Venture Competition 2023, earning a $10K prize. Top Tutors assists predominantly Black organizations and school districts by offering resources for standardized testing. Angelica's own experience with the ACT inspired her to cre...

Steven Kennedy is the Chief Executive Officer of REO, LLC a real estate development, urban planning and policy consulting company in New Orleans, Louisiana. Steven is a graduate of the University of New Orleans with a Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning with a concentration in Housing and Economic Development and Post-graduate studies at Tulane University School of Architecture Mast...

As an award-winning TEDx speaker, trainer, and global thought leader, since 1987, Carole Copeland Thomas moderates the discussions of critical issues affecting the marketplace, including global diversity, equity, inclusion, and multiculturalism. Now speaking on the Zoom platform as a Virtual Presenter, Carole keeps her pulse on working professionals' issues and regularly consults with industry lea...

Angele VonDerPool is the owner of Exquisite Realty Group and Lead Consultant for her company Business Builders Management & Consulting which specializes in Small Business Trainings, Property and Construction Management. She is currently employed for the New Orleans Regional Black Chamber of Commerce as their COO. Angele is a mother of four daughters.

Kimberly Green is the Head of Strategy and Business Development at Delta Personnel a strong staple in the community focusing on economic development and socio-economic growth.

Dr. Jodi LaMothe is a management consultant, corporate training, and professor, with a Doctorate in Education and dual Master of Science degrees in psychology. Lead Consultant O: (504) 500-7682 E:  JodiLaMothe@gmail.com W: www. ILBSolutions.com

Virtuous Executive Services, LLC is a Minority-Woman Owned business founded in 2010 an Administrative Project Manager with 35-years of experience. Sheree holds a Graduate Project Management Certification and an MBA from the Univ. of Phoenix.  At VES, we are committed to a high standard of performance. Virtuous Excellent Service, LLC Founder/CEO Website:  virtuousexecsvcs.com/ Mobile: (504) 382-589...

Performance First Digital is a strategic programmatic digital marketing firm founded by Krista Dyson, a senior digital media executive with 24 years of experience.  2023 Addy – Advertising Executive of The Year   Krista Pouncy-Dyson Managing Principal Performance First Digital 401 St. Joseph St. #8 New Orleans, LA 70130  (C) 504.462.1002 (F) 504.617.6114 krista performancefirstdigital.com For cont...

The grandmother and granddaughter duo of Kristin and Donna have been a force within the insurance industry starting with Donna in 1985 and Kristin joining in 2016.    Swanson Insurance Agency Kristin Swanson Scott, CPIA, CIC VP of Operations 5301 Elysian Fields Avenue Website:  SwansonInsAgency.com Email:  kristin@theswansongroup.net Office: (504) 821-0303 ext. 108

Equity Partnership Series by Host Debra Gould is where Gould discusses how important it is to not to try to build a profitable company completely on your own.  Hosted By Debra Gould. https://www.persistencelane.com/podcast  Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/hustleskirtapple Amazon Music https://tinyurl.com/hustleskirtamazon  Google Podcast https://tinyurl.com/hustleskirtgooglepodcast  iHeartradio...

Dr. Ariel Mitchell is a licensed professional counselor supervisor, licensed marriage and family therapist, registered play therapist supervisor, and certified school counselor. Dr. Mitchell is the Program Director and Professor of Counseling at Xavier University of Louisiana and the Owner/Director of Cognitive Solutions LLC, a consulting, counseling, and mediation practice specializing in child a...