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NaQuetta Mitchell of Hopewell, VA is truly a "Woman Of Endurance". She is the mother of two amazing young ladies who are the driving force behind her desire to accomplish each assignment God puts before her. She is also the face and founder of Higher Than This Transformational Coaching, and a nonprofit organization, Women of Endurance. Higher Than This is a coaching firm that specializes in transf...

A unicorn. That is how she describes herself. Her body is adorned with unique tattoos and eclectic piercings. And while she is used to being prejudged for her appearance, Germany Inke is beginning to write her own story; giving people a view of the woman behind the ink.   Originally from Ohio, Germany Inke grew up in a single mother household. With a background in psychology, she is also a masters...

Tyneka Howard started her military career at 19, and last fall, retired after 20 years of service in the U.S. Air Force. During her tenure, she spent most of her time guiding, mentoring, directing, and leading airmen, both men and women. In the last few years of her military career, she would meet young female soldiers who looked at her as a mentor and someone they aspired to be – confident, asser...

Gamal C. Williams Becoming an author can be a massive undertaking but it is certainly worth the effort if you want to achieve creative fulfillment while touching the emotions, hearts, and minds of others through writing. Some people feel the unction more readily than others to express their emotions and thoughts openly while others may be more introverted with their emotions and thoughts and could...

A lover of God, people, and history, Mary McLean Dowdell has dedicated her life to making sure that the untold stories of her family are now being made available for the world to read. Mary is a resident of Greensboro, NC.  She is also the author of Brick to Brick: Building a Black Family in America. The inspiration behind the book came from her own family history and experiences. Mary says she wr...

April Alford is a passionate and driven leader who teaches, informs and empowers others to build generational wealth through homeownership. Every day, her goal is to help people take control of their destiny by setting them on a path towards financial security.   April serves her community as a Mortgage Loan Officer with Movement Mortgage in Raleigh, NC. There her focus is to assist consumers with...

Rhonda Aaron of North Little Rock, AR has devoted her life to helping and serving others. She is the Founder of Sister Friends United Inc., a non-profit organization of minority women with a mission to support, uplift and empower its members to better serve the community. Sister Friends United Inc. was founded and incorporated in the State of Arkansas in October 2007. With well over a decade of se...

Simone Coleman of Nashville, TN is a pet sitter and a natural lover of animals. She is also someone who is best described as "the not so average girl next door". Her vivacious personality and appeal compliment her personality, skills that assist her with operating her business, Petrospect Pet Sitting Services.   After a career with the NBA and working for the Philadelphia 76ers and Miami Heat fran...

Reverend Odell Cleveland is an author that focuses his work both on the reader's head and the reader's heart. The three books he has authored or co-authored reflect chapters in his life that reveal lessons relevant both to individuals and to communities that are struggling with addressing social issues. Each book draws upon his journey from tragedy to triumph stemming from the power of faith and h...

Sunny Gravely Foushee is the co-founder and owner of The Artist Bloc, LLC was inspired by a visual artist who had an "artist block." An artist block is the time period in which an artist's creativity is stifled and it becomes difficult to create new ideas. The term "artist block" came from the concept "writer's block." The standard definition for "bloc" means "meeting of the minds," which is the b...

According to Cory Walker, who is also affectionately known as Cory The Coach, the definition of a fulfilled life must include humility and service to others. He is an innovator and prides himself on being a daring risk taker.   He shares, "I have been first in a lot of things in my life, now I am learning to finish strong "My life's works are about service and empowerment to many. There are a lot...

Soul food, entrepreneurship and community unity is a family endeavor for twin brothers, Anthony and Antwan Adams. Their desire to create something different and authentic was the catalyst that started 42 Fry. The restaurant boasts a robust soul food and seafood menu consisting of their signature fish, chicken and shrimp recipes, paired with southern favorites like baked beans, sweet potatoes, cole...

The 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is recognized as the nation's top African American led mentoring organization.   They share that not all youth are born with privilege, opportunities, or a positive network. Some are raised throughout their lives thinking they'll never be able to live the life they'll want. This is because of the environment and the people who they surround themselves every singl...

Henry L. Caldwell III, of Dallas Texas is a businessman's businessman. He and his team knows what it takes to grow your business. He knows that first impressions make lasting impressions. With his dream team, CTO-Charles Gill and CMO-Michael Bailey, their combined knowledge of web design, telecommunication, marketing and customer service, they've created ProBizCa, an all-in-one Professional Busine...

Promises Huff of Memphis,, TN is a wife, mother, pet owner, and a whole lot more. She has positioned herself as a force to be reckoned within her community. She is also the owner of Speak Life Mentorship & Life Coaching.   The author and certified Life and Re-Entry Coach is originally from Raeford, N.C.  She is a proud HBCU Alumni of Fayetteville State University and has held many licenses and cer...

There is no doubt the cosmetic and skincare industries are both booming. With brands like Rodan Fields, Proactive, and others targeting those with skin ailments, there are many options to choose from.   For years, Kim Cross of Charlotte, NC searched for mild products to help with her dry, itchy skin but consistently came up short when reading the list of ingredients. She realized how many irritati...

Kevin Thornton of Atlanta, GA is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University. There he obtained a BS in Health Administration. He also has a Master's in Organizational Psychology from Argosy University. Additionally he is a life coach, holistic health coach, author, indoor cycling instructor and internet radio personality, and someone who understands his life purpose; To inspire, educate and empower...

Brian Blackmore of Dallas, TX is a serial entrepreneur who is on a mission to bridge the financial gap in today's society. Furthermore, he is looking to educate others on the importance of having good credit and leveraging it to generate generational wealth.   The tool that Brian uses to make this possible is BK Credit Consultants LLC, a national credit restoration company that works with clients...

Toccara Lachell Samuel of Greenville, SC is a daughter, sister, aunt, and great friend to many people. She is also a licensed esthetician and founder of Exceptional Creations with Toccara LLC. Her company specializes in products for all natural hair growth and care, beard growth and care, skincare, and wellness.   Toccara says her love for entrepreneurship began in 2003 as she began working in the...

Tiffany Draper of Huntsville, AL is not allowing any grass to grow under her feet. This young and beautiful lady embodies the absolute meaning of what ambitious means. In business, and especially for those who are self-employed, it can be hard to get people to support you. Not having money or supporters can be tough for a business owner, however it's during those tough moments, character is develo...

In 2018, Danny Rogers was elected as the first African American Sheriff for the Guilford County Sheriff's Department that serves Greensboro and High Point, North Carolina. Danny Rogers understands what it means to desire to live in a safe and healthy environment. Raised by a single mother he values the mentors who stepped up to the plate from his community to give him a better perspective of the A...

Andrea Pitts of Nashville, TN is a burn survivor, community advocate, and very kind hearted person. She believes in the power of a simple smile and laughter from the heart, and thrives off making others smile with positivity and helping those who are less fortunate. These are all qualities that assist her with managing Scars Uncovered, a nonprofit organization she has been cultivating since 2014....

Marquita Brown is a native of Petersburg, VA.  She holds a bachelor's degree in African American Studies and is a Licensed Practical Nurse. She is also an entrepreneur, mentor, philanthropist, and community advocate who believes in social justice.   She also believes in equality in healthcare and educating African Americans about their health and informing them about the importance of making healt...

Jasmine Lowery of Chesterfield, Virginia is the owner of Agape Love Events, LLC. Agape Love Events, LLC is a premier and award winning event planning business that specializes in Month-of/Day-of Coordination Services. They also offer Full Planning Services. Jasmine coordinated her first wedding, just three months after she married her best friend and the love of her life. She agreed to barter "wed...

Some may wonder how one man finds time to run an outpatient counseling clinic five days a week and still manage to write, direct, and produce his own series of films and books, but Dr. Terrence Graham does it. As the co-founder and owner of Graham, Moore & Clark LLC, Addiction, Behavioral and Biblical Counseling, Dr. Graham provides individual and group therapy for adolescents and adults from 12 y...