The Business Plug’s Mixer

Meet JOSEPH DURRAH, JR. He is affectionately known as Coach Joe, is a proud native of Chattanooga, Tennessee. A graduate of James Lick High School in San Jose, California, Joe has built a life devoted to family, business, and community service. He is the owner of Bro’s Tobacco & More and Bro’s Laundry Spot, LLC, and has been employed with Mars/Wrigley for fifteen years. Coach Joe has been happ...

Meet SIMONE DANIELSON. She is an experienced program manager at Our Village United , bringing over two decades of leadership experience in education, project management, and community development, with expertise in curriculum development, professional training, and strategic planning. Simone has supported schools, districts, and nonprofits in closing achievement gaps and enhancing program effectiv...

Meet NIKKI LAKE. Nikki is an outdoor enthusiast and conscious food advocate committed to expanding access to healthy, affordable options for all. Recognizing early the gaps in her community’s food system, she chose action over apathy. In 2014, she began organizing locally and building partnerships rooted in equity and sustainability. She co-founded the Chattanooga Community Co-op alongside like-mi...

Meet ERICA KESSE. She is the Sun of the ThriveVerse powered by love, wisdom, and celebration.. She is M-M-M good, Multipotentialite, Multifaceted Mommy. She listens, lifts, teaches and brings clarity for activation and execution. She is a Therapist and the CEO of Your Goal Concierge, Inc. Her Try On Philosophy of fearless execution of tasks utilizes her proprietary tool, the Thrive Plan, a self aw...

MEET PASTOR MARK BUTLER AND SOLOMON L. WILLIAMS. These two purpose-driven leaders transforming communities through faith, service, and action. Pastor Mark Butler, Founder of The Purpose Outreach Center, has spent over 20 years helping individuals and families walk into their God-given potential. Solomon Williams, Founder of Community of One, leads impactful initiatives serving hundreds of families...

MEET DEBBIE KELLY . She is an author, who also writes under the pen names Antoinette and Violet. Debbie is also a change agent, creative thinker, and eternal optimist. She serves as a facilitator for Lagniappe Sessions, a mindfulness and life-skills workshop designed to support emotional and spiritual growth. A lifelong learner with a servant’s heart, Debbie is passionate about encouraging others...

New Year. New Goals. New Strategy. 2026 is here—and we’re not doing vague goals anymore. This year is about clarity, alignment, and execution. Join me as we talk about: How to Set Goals That Actually Work in 2026 Moving beyond resolutions to strategic, fund-worthy goals Aligning your goals with your purpose, capacity, and resources Turning vision into measurable outcomes If you’ve ever said: “I kn...

Meet Karolyn Denson Landrieux. She is a retired flight attendant turned international entrepreneur, living between Paris and Chicago. She is CEO of Landrieux Holdings LLC and cofounder/CEO of both Goudelock and the 3 Bears Publishing and Landrieux Wineries. An award-winning author of the beloved children’s series "The Adventures of Maxine and Beanie."Karolyn is also a gifted designer, co...

Meet Kristie McKinley. She s a Reiki Master Teacher who facilitates conversations around victim consciousness. Through intuitive-led, energy-focused sessions, she supports your ability to break-free from beliefs that no longer support your work and life choices. With over 20 years of personal and professional experience in energy work and mental health, Kristie creates and implements custom medita...

Meet SHARON KAMAS. For more than 26 years, Sharon Kamas led teachers, teams, and programs in K–12 education, coaching people through challenges, sparking new ideas, and helping educators see that they were capable of great things. Along the way, she realized her greatest joy wasn’t just in building systems or improving results; it was in helping people find clarity and momentum in their own lives....

Meet COACH JEANINE . She is the dynamic Founder and CEO of With You Solutions and Umoja Mag, organizations dedicated to empowering individuals and teams through personal development, leadership, and team-building programs. Through the With You Solutions platform, she has helped over 100 entrepreneurs expand their businesses to global markets. With an extensive career spanning leadership management...

Meet LISA J "LJ" CRAWFORD. She is the CEO of LJC Motivations, a global platform inspiring hope, comfort, and transformation. With over 30 years as a dynamic speaker and three-time International Best-Selling Author, she empowers audiences worldwide. Drawing on 20 years in the hospitality industry, Lisa blends practical wisdom with deep emotional insight. A graduate of Bethel University with a Busin...

Are you sitting on a business idea that’s been tugging at your heart for months—or even years? 💭Join LINDA MURRAY BULLARD, The Business Plug™, for an inspiring and practical session designed to wake up the entrepreneur inside you. In this 20-minute live presentation, Linda will break down why right now is the perfect moment to start building the business you’ve been dreaming about. You’ll discove...

Meet Dr. SEVERINE BRYAN, She's my NASDAQ mentor and an Accredited Financial Counselor®, who is a financial educator and host of the Dr. Sev Talks Money podcast. She empowers women, especially those 40+, to rebuild after financial setbacks and create lasting security. Having rebuilt her own finances after divorce, she brings empathy and real-world strategies to help others shift their money min...

Join me, Linda Murray Bullard – The Business Plug , for an empowering session on the Capital Readiness Checklist. This presentation will walk you step-by-step through the essential documents, registrations, and compliance items you need in place to prepare your business for funding, contracts, and growth. 📋 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How to secure and verify your business name ✔️ Must-have legal and f...

Meet MICHELE RISA. Since the 1990s, Michele Risa, CEO, Collaborative Solutions, Inc. has led a visionary organization dedicated to the augmentation of internal living which results in the rediscovery of your unique purpose, commitment and contribution while propelling society’s evolution. She has conducted projects to create employment for 1 million low-income women in the MENA region, Middle East...

Meet MELISSA GUINN. She is the founder of Lookout Bookkeeping, based in Chattanooga, TN. She turned her passion for small business into a thriving bookkeeping practice after transitioning from a 20-year career as an athletic trainer. Melissa specializes in QuickBooks Online and partners with entrepreneurs to simplify their finances, streamline operations, and support confident decision-making—with...

Join Linda Murray Bullard, The Business Plug, for a powerful episode of The Business Plug’s Mixer as she unpacks the real conditions required to be successful in government contracting. In this episode, Linda will cover: What government contracting truly entails The top 9 conditions businesses must meet to win contracts Insider strategies to ensure your business is ready and fund-worthy The import...

Meet PAULA ANDERSON. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English in 1996. In 2020, she earned a second bachelor’s degree in Journalism with an emphasis in Public Relations. In 2021, Paula earned a master’s degree in Journalism and Strategic Media. Her master's research project was the creation of a digital magazine to help students learn about entrepreneurship. Paula received a graduate certificate...

Meet SARA TEAGUE. She is the founder of Purely You Restoration, a biblically grounded energy healing practice devoted to helping women find freedom from emotional burdens, trauma, and limiting beliefs. Drawing from techniques like the Emotion Code, Body Code, Belief Code, and Quantum Soul + Life, Sara works with the whole person—spirit, soul, and body. Her mission, rooted in Isaiah 61:1, is to bri...

Meet Ken Hall . Ken is a much sought after women’s entrepreneurial wellness expert with over a decade of licensed experience in wellness practice and education. Traveling globally to share her insight at entrepreneur and executive focused events. She guides entrepreneurs, executives, and experts into alignment with their most profound synergy for success through scientifically proven self-care and...

Meet ALEX HALL . He is a dynamic entrepreneur based in New York City, driven by purpose and resilience. He is the founder of JDI Barbell, a premier brand of strength-training gyms, and Hall-Purpose Performance, an impactful organization that delivers enrichment and workforce development programs to incarcerated adolescents. Alex’s journey is one of transformation. After serving 15 years in the New...

Meet JEN FIZER. She is a Fractional CFO, business owner, and self-proclaimed numbers nerd who helps entrepreneurs get a grip on their finances and scale with confidence. She runs MKB & Co., where she and her team offer CFO and bookkeeping services to businesses that are ready to grow — but need better systems to do it. Jen’s currently buying and building businesses of her own, chasing freedom,...

Meet Jenn Mason . She is the founder and CEO of Creative Devs, specializing in Graphic Design and Web & App Development with a focus on social equity. Leading a team dedicated to serving BIPOC-led organizations, Jenn combines her expertise in branding, web development, and business building to create impactful digital solutions primarily for nonprofits and community organizations. Her agency p...

Meet DE'NICEA HILTON HARPER. She is a Holistic Well-Being Consultant, Doctor of Oriental Medicine and Medical Intuitive - appreciates being able to witness the sighs of relief and transformations as women see the connection between the expression of core desires and holistic signals poppin’ up in the Whole Body…all while experiencing Rich Relationships with Self (and others) sustainably - with...