Streamin' With a Purpose: Recent Episodes
Sylvia Montgomery
Streamin' With a Purpose provides wisdom and tips to help everyday people begin earning income by living out their purpose. We understand we have to earn an income to sustain ourselves, but we shouldn't have to spend a majority of our day on a job we're not passionate about. It's time to spend your day doing what brings you passion. It's time to start streaming income from your purpose.
In this episode of House of Sharkes, you'll get an inside look about the series and what it takes to become a professional actor.
If you're a fan of House of Sharkes, you'll want to meet some of the actors portraying some of your favorite characters. Hear from cast of Season 1 and upcoming Season 2.
Wain Jenkins, Antwon Fuller, Leslie Barnett, and Loretta Burnette will share their thoughts about the series, and special memories from one of our favorite actors, Alicia White-Foxx.
They'll also provide professional insight into the acting business. From singing to stage plays, to the Wire on HBO and For My Man on TV1, these artists have more than 20 years of professionalism in this business.
If you're aspiring to be an actor, or a fan of House of Sharkes, this is an episode you don't want to miss.
Tiera Byrd is a money coach and founder of Forever Frugal 2. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a Minor in Psychology.
Tiera has always loved all things money and how it plays an important role in our mindset. In 2014, she created Forever Frugal 2 with the simple idea of sharing money tips and tricks with any and everyone. The goal of FF2 is to empower individuals to shift their mindset by saving more and spending less to take more control of their money.
Tiera has successfully planned and executed her dream wedding debt-free, saved $10,000 consecutively for three years, and created a sustainable 9-month emergency fund.
You can connect with Tiera on Facebook and Instagram using the ForeverFrugal2 handle, or email her at foreverfrugaltwo@gmail.com.
You can also learn more about her events and reach out to her through her website at foreverfrugal2.com.
Justin T Washington,originally from Washington, D.C., and shaped by the cultural tapestry of Mobile, AL, is a diverse individual whose life experiences fuel his artistic expression. A published author, unpublished spoken word poet, and disabled Army veteran, he skillfully weaves these experiences into a narrative that resonates with authenticity. Rooted in Washington, D.C., and nurtured in Mobile, AL, his unique perspective explores identity, spirituality, and the human experience. As a devoted servant of God, his spirituality guides his writings, delving into faith, morality, and honor. Inspired by his role as a spouse and father of five children, family is the wellspring of his commitment to conversations about morality and honor. This commitment stems from a profound responsibility to immediate and extended communities.
As a disabled Army veteran, Washington draws from the discipline, resilience, and experiences of military service. His voice articulates personal triumphs and tribulations and resonates with the struggles of those who have served.
Currently residing in Kansas with his family, Washington continues using his pen for introspection, advocacy, and storytelling. Through his writings, he invites readers on a journey through the landscapes of the human soul, exploring universal themes with a distinct and deeply personal perspective. His latest project is his Christian clothing brand, Garments of Salvation.
Dr. Tamara Bowles is a native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and grew up in Pensacola, Florida. She later moved to Louisville, Kentucky, where she completed high school and attended college. She moved to Charlotte, North Carolina, in September 2019 and has been there ever since.
Dr. Bowles enjoys being around people and working with scholars of all ages. Her experiences range from Nursing to Education.
Around 2005, she switched careers and became involved in education, and has been in the education field for over 17 years. As an educator, she understands and values the importance of education, and has had the opportunity to pour her expertise onto students all across the world. She not only taught abroad but supervised other teachers while she was there to help make them better.
Dr. Bowles has been blessed to start two businesses - one in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the other in Louisville, Kentucky. In addition, she manages trust funds for autistic scholars.
She's served as the President/CEO of Building Your Future Consulting LLC, and the President/Chair of Building Your Future Consulting#1. Both companies specialize in assisting students with standardized tests such as, ACT/SAT/PSAT/GED/GRE/GMAT prep.
Dr. Bowles has authored two books, “Cleaning Out My Garden” and “Under the Doctoral Hat." Her motto in life has always been, “Do What You Can, While You Can.”
You can find her books at https://www.byfconsulting1.com/.
Leroy Brown was born and raised in Natchez, Mississippi. After graduating high school and completing one semester of community college, he enlisted in the U. S. Marine Corps. Brown’s artistic birth began in elementary school, where he drewfaces on loose-leaf notebook paper.
Throughout his military career, he honed his artistic skills by independently putting himself in areas where there was art. His military service took him throughout the U.S. and different parts of the world. While in Quantico, Virginia he retired after honorably serving twenty years.
In 2008, Brown met Hank Herring, who was an influence, guide, and mentor who encouraged him to pursue his dream and never put down the brush. Working in mainly acrylics, Brown’s evolution into the fine arts allowed him to inspire others to pursue their passion as he was simultaneously pursuing while servinghis country.
His use of folk art through vivid colors and movement portrays real-life memories at an instant glance. Brown’s inspiration comes from just that . . . inspiring people. “I want the world to have that same feeling. I get my greatest fulfillment from when a person can express themselves and how they feel from the vibes of my artwork.”
Brown’s work has been exhibited in galleries in South Carolina and Virginia and has created a trail throughout the U.S.
Press and media coverage includes various podcasts, Real Talk TV, InsideNova newspaper, At Ease magazine, Channel 7 ABC WJLA, and DCW50 Living Local DMV.
Karena Calhoun is a wife, a mother, and a Life and Business Strategist. Her passion lies in working with and serving online service-based introverts, helping them to grow their businesses and achieve financial freedom in a manner that resonates with their unique personalities.
Her dedication stems from personal experience. Leaving her full-time corporate job in 2019, Karena initially faced challenges, earning nothing in the first six months. However, by 2021, she not only met but exceeded her financial goals for her family.
Throughout this journey, Karena collaborated with various coaches, which led to an important realization: something crucial was missing in the current coaching landscape. Simultaneously, she felt an undeniable pull towards shifting her focus from solely Life Coaching to offering business strategies tailored for introverts. Although this was not a path she had initially envisioned for herself, she recognized it as her true purpose.
Aware of the overwhelming noise in the online world, Karena is eager to share her simple yet potent strategy for consistently acquiring more clients online. This approach is designed to allow individuals to remain true to their authentic, introverted selves.
Karena offers straightforward, impactful training with no superfluous content, ensuring that participants can quickly see tangible results. She looks forward to welcoming you into this transformative experience.
You can connect with Karena at www.gobegreatcoaching.com.
Inyang Telfair was born and raised in Detroit, MI. She married her high school sweetheart, Marcus, in July of 2003, and from their union came three children, Olyvia, Leviticus, and Hope. Inyang and her family moved to Lexington, KY, in the winter of 2013, where she and her family currently reside. Inyang enjoys serving in ministry, reading, traveling, dancing, watching movies, and having game nights with loved ones.
Inyang obtained her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree and her Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Global Communications degree from Murray State University.
She is the co-owner and co-founder with her husband Marcus, of M.I.Sugar, an Airbnb property management, housekeeping service, and commercial cleaning company serving Lexington, KY, and surrounding areas.
Inyang wrote and published her first book, White Girl, Black Soul. She believes to write is to be free. Writing the novel gave biIrth to M.I.N.D Your Soul (M.Y.S), of which she is the founder and owner. M.Y.S.’s purpose is to encourage others to move, improve, nourish, and deny.
Inyang’s goal is to journey with as many people as possible growing in understanding what it means and what it takes to mind their soul. She believes being a seed planter is the epitome of the M.Y.S journey.
Please follow, like and subscribe to Inyang on TikTok @mind.your.soul and other social media platforms found on her website https://www.mindyoursoul.me/.
Dr Michael Hubbard is a resident of the historic Bowling Green District of Caroline County and is a proven senior managerial and strategic leader in military, educational, and corporate settings. Michael has a deep appreciation for his community and Caroline County and is on a mission to ensure that every public school student in the county receives a quality education and has the opportunity to achieve their goals. His fresh perspectives will help strengthen the bond between the public school administration and the Bowling Green District.
Michael is a candidate for the Caroline County School Board representing the Bowling Green District. You can learn more about Dr. Hubbard's vision and campaign on his website and his Facebook page.
Lydell Fortune was born and raised in Caroline County and is a graduate of Caroline High School. He is a graduate of Virginia Tech with a degree in political science and he earned a JurisDoctorate from the College of William and Mary.
Lydell's professional career as a human resources professional included supporting educational opportunities for students at K-12 and post-secondary institutions. He previously served on theGermanna Community College Board.
Lydell is a board member of C.E.R.V.E. and is currently Worshipful Master of Welcome Lodge #125, Prince Hall Affiliated.
Lydell is the father of a 19-year-old daughter who attends Hampton University and a 12-year-old son. Lydell is a member of Oxford Mt. Zion Baptist Church.
Lydell is a candidate for the Caroline County School Board representing the Mattaponi District. You can learn more about his campaign on his Facebook page.
Dr. JoWanda Rollins-Fells began her public service work in k-12 public education as a highly credentialed teacher and leader teaching 3rd and 4th graders for 15 years. She also served as the Collaboration Instructional Specialist and was the first teacher in Caroline County to earn the honorable distinction of being a National Board Certified Teacher.
During JoWanda's tenure in Caroline County, she served on several district and statewide committees focused on standardized testing, performance evaluations, content review, policy advocacy, students with exceptionalities, and schools in rural environments.
JoWanda has served two terms as a Caroline County School Board representative for the Reedy Church District and has served in the capacity of Vice Chair and Chair. In 2020, JoWanda was also elected to serve as the Eastern Region Chair representing 15 school boards in Virginia in addition to Caroline County. In 2022, she was elected as a representative for the entire state with the Virginia School Board Association.
JoWanda's passion for public education, knowledge, and professionalism established a positive reputation that helped charter the uncertain times of COVID-19 under her leadership. Under her leadership, the Caroline County School Board has been recognized as a Master Board of Distinction and she has been recognized as the School Board Representative of the Year for the State of Virginia.
JoWanda is running for her third term as the Reedy Church School Board representative. To learn more about Dr. JoWanda Rollins-Fells visit her Facebook page.
Anthony Lippa, III, is a lifelong resident of Caroline County and a graduate of Caroline High School's class of 2010. Anthony began his public service career in 2011 as a dispatcher with the Sheriff’s Office. He graduated from RRCJA and became a patrol deputy in 2012. Since then he has been promoted to his current role as Sergeant. In his career, Anthony has dealt with each county's court and has years of experience with the Code of Virginia. Anthony is running for Clerk of Court for Caroline County. Lippa says that his organizational skills, proven leadership, and technological ability will advance the circuit court for our future.
You can learn more about Anthony by visiting his Facebook page.
Allison Sears is the mother of two children, she's a wife and an educational ASL interpreter. Allison graduated from George Mason University and attended Reynolds Community College for the interpreter training program, and has worked in the education field in some capacity since graduating from college. Allison began her career as a substitute teacher, then a paraeducator, a special education teacher, and for the last several years an ASL interpreter. As a mom and wife, she loves spending time with her family and watching her children's activities. Allison also loves to volunteer in her community helping with her children’s hobbies such as Caroline High School theater and Caroline Little League. Allison helped to sponsor the Sign Language Club at LCES for several years. She also enjoys traveling, cooking, and going to the theater.
Allison is running to represent the Western Caroline District as their School Board Member. You can learn more about Allison on her Facebook page.
Floyd Thomas was born in White Plains, NY, and educated in the public school system. Mr. Thomas has deep roots in Caroline County having spent every summer of his childhood there at the home of his grandmother. He attended Howard University on an academic scholarship and majored in Architecture. He worked for several computer-aided design firms as that industry developed. Later, as a software sales representative, Floyd was employed by industry leaders - PeopleSoft, Oracle, and Adobe.
Floyd is currently serving as Chairman of the Board of Supervisors representing the Mattaponi District. He is also a charter member of the Broadband committee, which received State grants for internet expansion in 2021 and 2023 eventually giving everyone high-speed internet access. Floyd worked to get the Carmel Church Fire Station located, approved, and built. His main area of focus has been to recruit new businesses to the area, which aligns with his theme, “Economic Development keeps our taxes low and creates job opportunities.”
Mr. Thomas is currently running for another term to represent the Mattaponi District as a member of the Board of Supervisors. You can learn more about Mr. Thomas on his Facebook page.
Cary Bowen has dedicated his entire career to the practice of criminal law, primarily defending individuals accused or convicted of crimes. With over 45 years of criminal defense work under his belt, he is passionate about the practice of law and the criminal justice system. He firmly believes in the judicial process and is committed to preserving justice and maintaining the integrity of our criminal justice system. As a prosecutor, Cary says he will strive to uphold the principles of fairness, impartiality, and justice.
Moreover, as a long-term resident of Caroline County, he cares deeply about the county and its citizens. Cary is running for Caroline County's Commonwealth Attorney.
Tonya Edwards is a full-time court professional, veteran's wife, and mother. Tonya is originally from Spotsylvania County, Virginia. She obtained her undergraduate degrees in psychology and political science from the University of Mary Washington. Upon graduating college, Tonya worked in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court for five years before going to law school. She then obtained a law degree from the University of the District of Columbia. After passing the bar, she spent a year as a law clerk in Hanover Circuit Court.
After completing her clerkship, Tonya started working in the Hanover Circuit Court Clerk's Office as a Deputy Clerk III and was subsequently promoted to Legal Affairs Manager. Between employment and time in law school, Tonya has over 15 years of court and legal experience.
In Tonya's spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, going to Kings Dominion, and riding with her husband on their motorcycle.
Tonya is currently a candidate for Caroline County's Clerk of Court. Learn more about Tonya on her Facebook page.
Kellé Thorpe is the founder and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Kommas with Kellé. As a fractional CFO, business advisor, and speaker, Kellé leads service-based business owners and senior-level corporate executives to elevate profitability without burnout. Her commitment to unlocking the story behind their numbers, optimizing productivity, and driving revenue growth through her proven 5-Step Profit Acceleration Methodology is relentless.
Kellé launched her firm in 2020. Leveraging 20+ years of corporate strategic expertise, her business rapidly grew into a profitable multi-six-figure firm in the pandemic's first year – all without burnout.
Kommas with Kellé does business bookkeeping and accounting and provides Chief Executive Officers with financial strategies to stay in their zone of genius, have the work-life balance envisioned when deciding to become an entrepreneur and make a sustainable profit for long-term wealth and legacy.
Their tailored flat-fee structure optimizes cost predictability allowing business owners to have their very own CFO in their back pocket without the six-figure cost of a C-Suite employee on payroll.
You can connect with Kellé on all social media platforms at @kommaswithkelle and her business website at www.kommaswithkelle.com.
Brian Cook is a serial entrepreneur with over 28 years of experience opening almost 200 locations across multiple boutique fitness brands. He has a B.S. degree in exercise physiology from Northeastern University and an M.B.A. from Babson College. His most recent company is StretchMed, a one-on-one stretching franchise model, which he founded in November 2019 and currently has over 20 locations in five states. It aims to eliminate chronic pain, increase mobility, rejuvenate, and help you move well.
In this episode, Brian uncovers some of the secrets to taking your business to the next level and introduces the principle of the 4C's that help you to be comfortable being uncomfortable.
Reach out to Brian through his website, https://stretchmedstudios.com/.
Karen Simon is a Maryland Native who grew up with a passion for acting. As a little girl, she would watch all genres of TV shows; old-school comedy was one of her favorites. As Karen got older she began taking her love of acting more seriously and took acting classes in Atlanta where she lived for over 10 years. She returned to her home state of Maryland but continued acting, and became a member of The Acting Center in Washington DC. It was here her acting flourished. Karen also had the opportunity to experience what it was like to work behind the camera. She later worked as a Backstage Manager at her local church, and before long she started her own production company, Lady K Productions. With upcoming productions like The Family Business, War of Minds, NYCstyle, The Love I Lost, I AM King, and The Temptations of Joshua already in the works, Karen is moving full speed ahead.
But that's not all. Karen is also about to start a clothing line for women. This powerful African American woman is well on her way. With a great team on her side, there’s nothing she can’t do in her lifetime!
Listen in as Karen shares how God has moved in her life to guide her to be able to fund her film projects and how leaning on her purpose has impacted her life.
You can connect with Karen on IG @Ladyk4sure; Twitter (Ladykpro); LinkedIn (Karen Simon); and Facebook @ Lady K Productions.
Tara McGee is on a journey of purpose and ensuring her family and team feel valued. Born and raised in a small town in Mississippi, Tara McGee, who is a 3rd generation entrepreneur is passionate about helping business owners and individuals realize their organizational and employment potential. As President and Owner of Staff4U, Inc, established in 2013, she partners with organizations to create a holistic workplace culture that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. This is achieved through their three pillars which are staffing, training, and consulting. Tara holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Jackson State University and a Master of Business Administration from Virginia Wesleyan University.
Additionally, Tara has added the title of co-author to her talents. She is co-author of She’s Got The Power, an anthology where twenty-five women share their journey and feelings about money and wealth. Another co-author anthology is We Won’t Quit in which couples share life-changing experiences, along with practical advice, strategies, and prayers.
With all that, most importantly, Tara considers herself an overcomer that is family oriented and truly humbled by her God-given talents.
Connect with Tara and the Staff4U, Inc. team at 757-745-7900 or contact us@staff4uinc.com and let them assist with your organizational or employment
needs. For Speaking opportunities connect with Tara at inquire@iamtaramcgee.com.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Jordan Ellis. Jordan has a background in banking, business development, and entrepreneurship and has been in business for over five years. Jordan spends his day helping people learn how to build successful streams of income from their businesses. If you're feeling "stuck" in your business, Jordan has the expertise to show you how to build a system that will not only help you to generate income but keep your business growing. Jordan is truly called to impact people and change generations. Listen to this episode to learn how Jordan can help you.
If you're interested in connecting with Jordan, you can find him on Linkedin.
On this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to JuJuan Buford. JuJuan is a Managing Partner, Co-Founder, serial entrepreneur, writer, and public speaker. JuJuan started his career in the banking and investment advisory industry, transitioned into business ownership, and is enjoying entrepreneurial success in the sales and business development, technical assistance, and real estate investment industries.
As an ardent advocate for entrepreneurship, JuJuan believes entrepreneurship is empowerment, and the surest means to help people live their best lives, and take control of what happens at their kitchen tables, and in their communities.
If you're ready to take your business to the next level, you can connect with JuJuan at catchjsbuford.com.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Kylene Redmond, also known as Black Diabetic Girl. in 2010, Kylene was misdiagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Then in 2011, she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. This brought awareness to the seriousness of the chronic disease and how people who looked liked her could easily be misdiagnosed based on stereotypes. Kylene soon became an advocate in the diabetes community, focusing on the diversity and inclusion of people with diabetes in the Black, Hispanic, Asian, and Indigenous communities. Kylene also created an environment that allowed her to market items that would allow women to express themselves.
She represents her community by speaking at various conferences and participating on panels that discuss diversity and inclusion, adulting with diabetes, self-care, and other topics important to people living with diabetes, their caregivers, and the healthcare industry.
Kylene is the founder of Blackdiabetic Girl and co-founder of Dope Diabetic Girls, both of which give women safe spaces to discuss all things diabetes and find like-minded women to connect with and learn from. Her newest project is Girl Chat - a platform where she hosts conferences and retreats for women discussing all things diabetes and focus on the importance of self-care.
You can connect with Kylene on social media, Instagram @blackdiabeticgirl, Twitter @blkdiabeticgirl or visit the website www.Blackdiabeticgirl.com.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking with Angela Mosley, the Owner and Operator of Ms. TJ's Sauce. Inspired by her children, Angela's business journey started in 2015. Her sauce "gives a bang to everything". Her mission is to change lives one taste bud at a time and to leave a legacy for her two sons. Ms. TJ's sauce has been featured at Half Note Lounge in Lanham, MD, Jiffy's Shoppes in Camp Springs MD, Millers Farm in Clinton, MD, the Marriott Hotel in North Carolina, and she was recently featured on Fox News. Her goal is to be seen on the shelves of wholesale stores (BJ's, Costco, Sam's, Walmart, etc.) everywhere and to be a staple in every single household.
You can connect with Angela and order her sauce online on Facebook, Instagram @mstjssauce, and her website, or just google #whatsthesauce.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Adrienne Peters Henley. Adrienne is a dedicated wife and mother and is a native of Richmond, Virginia. She is a retired cosmetologist and CMA, the founder of You Are Not Alone Mom's Ministry (Y.A.N.A.), and the current CEO of Transform Financial Partners, which is dedicated to financial literacy in urban communities. Providing resources and services to her community is Adrienne's passion. She loves to teach and is purposed to be an example of hope to all that made mistakes and learned from the but surrendered and allowed God to turn it around.
Connect with Adrienne on IG @ blessedone32 or on her website.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Coach E. Coach E has over 20 years of experience in the business and finance industry. Her mission is to educate, empower, and inspire people to take control of their finances, businesses, and lives. She started her journey as a mortgage loan officer and soon became a licensed financial services professional. From there, she founded two companies, You are an Asset Financial Group, a premier provider of financial services, and Everything New, a coaching company that helps entrepreneurs build their businesses and attain financial literacy. In addition to those companies, she is also the founder of ELITE Youth Worldwide, a non-profit organization that provides business and finance education to youth around the region of Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. With her wealth of experience and knowledge, Coach E is perfectly positioned to help you improve your business and finances.
You can connect with Coach E at www.everythingnew.info.
In this Streamin' With a Purpose episode, we're talking to Jovita N. Miller. Jovita is a mother, author, consultant, coach, and motivating force for women. Despite having encountered many challenges in her own life, Jovita persevered while refusing to accept failure. Her tests became her testimony, which in turn, fueled other women to gain triumphant victory in their own lives. Jovita empowers women to live confident, authentic lives unapologetically. She helps them reach their full potential by showing them how to tap into their inner greatness. It is Jovita’s passion to see women inspired, empowered, and restored to wholeness. As a single mother, Jovita also has a heart for promoting family togetherness and having a positive network of role models for not only her son but also for today’s youth.
You can learn more about Jovita's 6 steps for living a purposeful life on her website.
You can also connect with her on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook by searching JovitaNMiller.
In today's episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Elizabeth Montgomery. Elizabeth is a child of God who took a leap of faith in 2018 because she was tired of what she was doing; she wanted something different. At that point, she started her business, Liz Kitchen, and then followed it up with Healthy Hair, Healthy Life. Elizabeth believes that one of the most valuable life lessons she's learned about her purpose is that it's not about her, and she uses that mantra in everything she does in her businesses.
In today's episode, Elizabeth shares some life lessons as an entrepreneur - advice that is extremely beneficial for anyone considering entrepreneurship or anyone who's sick and tired of being where they are and ready for something different. When God is telling you there's more, but you don't know where to turn, listen to Elizabeth's story. It will motivate you to listen harder to what God is trying to tell you.
To learn more about Elizabeth's catering business, you can find her on Instagram at #lizzkitchen_804.
To learn more about her loc, hair braiding, and all-natural hair products, you can find her on Instagram at #healthyyhairhappylifee.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Lyneshia C. Johnson-Woodland. Lyneshia is a mother of two and was born and raised in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. She completed courses with Columbia School of Broadcasting in Virginia, as well as with IM4radio Broadcasting Network in Largo, Maryland. She's a former internet radio personality and producer of her own show, "The Boogie Spot with L Boogie" also known as Ms. L Boogie. Her exceptional talents with anything involving a mic keeps her popular for local events, such as serving as an emcee, being a comedian, and acting.
As a survivor of Stage 4 Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Cancer, Lyneshia is retired after 31 years with Prince George's County Public School System, and she fulfills her civic duties in many roles in the community such as Vice-President of her neighborhood Citizens Association, member of Greater Saint John Cathedral, Marketing ministry, LEJ Mime, and dance ministry. Lyneshia also served as a mentor and volunteered with the G.E.M.S. (Girls Empowered to Meet Success) mentoring group, and Girls Scouts of America.
Lyneshia will be launching her new podcast "Conversations with Chante'" which will give support to others struggling with cancer and their caregivers.
She is currently a host of a movement, Black Women Connexting Communities, which can be found on www.wowuradio.net or www.blkwomencc.com. You can connect with Lyneshia on either of these platforms.
In today's episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Minister Antonio Clinkscales. Minister Clinkscales is a pastor, educator, business owner, author, speaker, conference host, and community advocate who is passionate about healing the mind, body, and spirit. As Founder/CEO of LifeWay Services, a mental health counseling company, he uses his training in trauma and spiritual calling to fuse both the science and spirituality of healing into a transformative message of hope for the hurting and lost. His national conference of “Tackling Trauma Together: The Way To Wholeness” is changing lives by placing people on a mental trajectory toward one's divine purpose. Professionals in the medical and mental health industries recognize his strategies as revolutionary and partner to assist in helping people overcome their past pain in order to live in their present prosperity.
You can connect with Minister Clinkscales on his website at https://www.lifewayservices.org/.
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In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we talk with Quniana Futrell. While Quniana Futrell holds several titles — award-winning storyteller, speaker, transformational coach, philanthropist, and leader of champions — when you meet her, you meet a woman whose purpose cannot be contained. Whether you are experiencing her from behind the camera, front and center on a stage with a microphone, or in intimate conversation, what you see is what you get.
Living her life by the motto, "Change the Family, Change the World® Quniana Futrell is the epitome of resilience. Quniana's life is a testimony of how as a young woman, her mother was often incarcerated, leaving her lost in more ways than she could imagine. It would take years of misplaced anger, shattered self-esteem, and grief for her to forgive her mom. Yet, she learned the power of doing her healing work before it was too late. She is fueled by a mission to help others heal in individual and group coaching from their momma trauma as a Certified Trauma Professional through her proven Trauma Ain't Normal® program. An award-winning director and executive producer, her docu-series, Why My Mom, grapples with the deep-seated issues few can tackle and tell with such compassion and humanity. Quniana is also a member of the illustrious Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated and is committed to making a change in her community.
You can connect with Quniana on IG, Twitter, and Facebook at authorqfutrell or her website www.quiniana.com.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking with Tremaine Wills, MBA. Tremaine is an Investment Advisor, Tax Strategist and Accountant. She is the owner of Mind Over Money, LLC, a Register Investment Advisor firm that focuses on helping ambitious black women entrepreneurs manage their personal and business finances. Tremaine is a Certified Financial Education Instructor and is passionate about building wealth in our community. This passion led her to create and develop Greater Academy and Greater Elite, programs that help clients get comfortable with investing and taxes, investing over $1.2 Million, and saving clients thousands of dollars in their tax liability.
Tremaine was recently named Top 50 under 50 by the Association of African American Financial Advisors, Top 100 Financial Advisors by Investopedia, and nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year by Black Brand, the Hampton Roads Regional Chamber of Commerce.
You can connect with Tremaine on IG at @tremainewills and @incomeassetsandimpact or through her business website at https://mindovermoney.net/.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we talk to Minister Regina Price, M.Ed. Minister Price is a caregiver, speaker, author, certified Prepare and Enrich coach, marriage commissioner, and a notary public. She is recognized as a woman of “Great Faith” and was licensed to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ in May 2000.
Minister Price has authored four books, F.A.I.T.H. Forsaking All I Trust Him, F.A.I.T.H. Confessions, Faith Hope and Light – A Journal through Life’s Journey, Put Some Faith In That Funk, and she is co-author of the best-selling anthology, Flawed and Still Favored - The Beauty and The Boss. She is the founder and CEO of A Lite 4 Life LLC, dedicated to sharing an inspiring message of faith, hope and light to those in darkness and despair, and experiencing past and present trauma. She has a passion for the incarcerated; over 100 copies of her “Faith” books have been placed in jails and prisons.
She has been featured in local papers and magazines and received the IShine Magazine Outreach Influencer Award. As a certified Prepare and Enrich Coach, Minister Price provides pre-marital counseling, marriage counseling and enrichment, giving couples the knowledge and skills to confidently foster and feed resilient relationships and marriages. She is an advocate for citizens transitioning back into society from incarceration, children in need of mentors and those dealing with the trauma incurred by domestic violence. Ten percent of her book proceeds support these services.
Minister Price facilitates Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) awareness workshops in jails, prisons, schools, churches, conferences, retreats, and non-profit organizations. These workshops help the hurting recognize, confront, and conquer the traumatic experiences that have a negative, lasting effect on their health and well-being. She then teaches them how to overcome, find freedom, forgive themselves and others, get to know God, discover purpose, make a difference, and live a victorious life by faith and trusting God.
Minister Price is a bright light shining within our communities and has a lot of wisdom to share about purpose. Take a listen to her story here.
For more information on A Lite 4 Life LLC products and services visit www.alite4life.com or email regina.price@alite4life.com.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we talk to Entrepreneur and Non-profit founder Crystal Vessels. Crystal Vessels, a native of Virginia, has always believed in bringing out the beauty in others. This passion led her to a career in cosmetology, for which she has been successful for more than 25 years. She perfected her trade and became a licensed cosmetologist and in 2006 opened her own hair salon, X-Clusive Reflections. In 2007 she became a certified makeup artist and as a result of her work was featured in several magazines and nominated for the Golden Scissors Award.
In 2010, Crystal expanded her horizons by becoming a licensed cosmetology instructor. She also became manager of Main Event Models and her own group, XCR-Models. But Crystal knew she was destined for something even greater. In 2013, she founded UnMasked as a way to give back after years of donating her time and talent to families in need. She recognized a need within the community to serve individuals and their children who were victims of domestic violence and children of life's extenuating circumstances due to no fault of their own. With a lot of hard work and dedication, Crystal was able to make UnMasked a 501(3)c non-profit organization. It has since received several awards for all of its work in the community.
Every year UnMasked, X-Clusive Reflections, the XCR Team, and volunteers along with the help and support of other area stylists and barbers, provide a "FREE" back-to-school FunDay event. School-age children are provided backpacks filled with school supplies as well as free services including hair care, food, clothing and entertainment. Attendance at these events has grown to over 400, with over 100 children receiving free hair care services. UnMasked has launched several other community functions, which include an annual purse drive, distribution of hygienic, toiletries, hair care products, collection of paper products and supplies, holiday giving/dinners, toys, food, coat drives, and financial support.
UnMasked has also started other outreach programs to support different needs in the community such as UnMasked youth group F.I.R.E., Inspiring Women, and Positive Men of Influence.
In today's episode Crystal shares that when we're following our purpose everything aligns as it should. Unknowingly, her salon opened up the door to her nonprofit. She originally thought her purpose was to travel and beautify others with her hairstyling technique, but little did she know that it would be the non-profit that God would have her commit most of her time to and the hair salon that would pave the way for it to even happen. Hear more of Crystal's story in today's episode.
Crystal is always looking for volunteers or other businesses to partner with for her community efforts. If you're near or in the Fredericksburg, Virginia area and looking for a collaborative effort that fits your mission, contact Crystal through her website or Facebook.
On this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Larry Lewis. Larry Lewis is from Virginia; he grew up in the Richmond City area and attended public school there. Larry took several courses after high school at Richmond Business College ( Small Business Management ). He spent nearly 40 years of his life working for A. H. Robins Pharmaceutical Company. In 2013, in his mid-fifties, Larry's life was forever changed when he joined Primerica Financial Services. Larry retired from A.H. Robins and since 2016, he has been a Regional Vice President in the financial services industry helping families build their financial houses. In 2019, he and his wife Yolanda opened the doors of their own Primerica office and have not looked back. Larry has 31 active licensed representatives in his Agency. He and Yolanda Lewis have three lovely children.
If you're interested in the financial services, would like to learn more for yourself, or are interested in building a business for yourself, reach out to Larry at 804-852-8434 or you can email him at larrydlewis59@gmail.com. On Tuesdays, Larry hosts a webinar for people just like you. Reach out to learn how you can join in.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Sabrina Williams. Sabrina is a Career Reinvention Specialist, Life Coach, Transition Coach, & International Speaker. She is cultivating leaders, careers and communities with her unequivocal coaching and empowerment programming.
As an inspirational coach and advocate for individuals and organizations across the globe, Sabrina is one of the nation’s top professional speakers. Known for her profound insight and transformative style, Sabrina is impacting generations and lives with her distinct brand of coaching, training and consulting.
For over 20 years, she’s dedicated her career to educating and equipping others to realize and reach their full potential; especially serving the economically and socially disadvantaged populations.
Sabrina is also a distinguished workforce development and economic empowerment specialist, owner and CEO of Strategically Inspired Solutions (also known as SIS Motivation) and Co-Owner of N&S Travel Partners with her husband Namon Williams.
Her in-depth knowledge and expertise have enabled her to work with local, state, federal and international agencies and organizations.
Sabrina plans to leave a legacy and create generational wealth for her five children and four grandchildren – while making a big, bold and sustainable impact on the world.
Sabrina shares so much of her wisdom in this episode. She encourages everyone to become the CEO of their life. Don't ever give up on your dream; always pursue your purpose. Stop the excuses and do it afraid because it's only then that you become the master of your craft. Fear will only keep you from living your purpose and sharing your brilliance with the world.
You can connect with Sabrina on Facebook at SisMotivation and N&S Travel Partners; IG @sis_motivation; and on LinkedIn at Sabrina Williams.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Sonya Lewis. Sonya is the daughter of the Most-High! She is the mother of three wonderful children (one of which is her daughter-in-love). She is the proud and blessed grandmother of three beautiful grandbabies. She is The “BIGHUG Lady” Founder and CEO of BIGHUG Lady LLC, cultivating positive change in the earth, through you. She is the host of the weekly show, BIGHUG Conversations, where she inspires others to EMBRACE purpose by spotlighting individuals who have already taken a journey to self-discovery and are LIGHTING UP their corner of the world. She is a Certified Life Coach, taught under the direction of Doreen Rainey, CEO & Founder of The Society of Life Coaches, and she is your guide to the place where passion and purpose collide, revealing your true and authentic self, feeling like you just received the BIGGEST HUG EVER from the Most-High Himself!
Sonya helps us to see that our purpose is already within us. We have to embrace who we are in God, trust Him at His word for who he says we are, and trust the process. When we can trust God for what He says, it doesn't matter how uncomfortable it makes us or the sacrifices we make. We continually search outside of Him for answers, but He is the one with the answers. And the answers are already there.
Sonya helps us to see there is power in saying "Yes."
Allow Sonya to help YOU EMBRACE Purpose. This is what she was created for!
Connect with Sonya through her website at biggesthugever.com and click on "Work with Me", or go straight to it here: https://thebighuglady.vipmembervault.com/
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, Sylvia shouts out to all women as we continue to lift up women everywhere in honor of Women's History Month. She leaves us with inspiring words - to find your voice and have compassion for one another.
If you didn't hear the episodes in honor of Women's History Month, find them here:
Mary Rollins - Pillar of Strength
Amy McCune - Pillar of Courage
Shellia Smith and Delores Tyler - Pillars of Obedience, Sacrifice and Humility
Beverly Samuel and Alyssa Samuel - Pillars of Resiliency and Passion
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we talk to Beverly and Alyssa Samuel.
Beverly Samuel is co-author of the children’s book, Make New Friends, with her daughter, Alyssa. She retired from the United States Department of Agriculture as a National Program Leader. She developed an interest in Diversity & Inclusion on a task force at the federal level. She worked for more than 25 years as an Extension Agent. Alyssa is a Management Consultant on federal government contracts. Their story of Make New Friends was inspired by their family’s life experiences in school, work, and the community.
Make New Friends is a children's book that focuses on diversity, inclusion, and equity targeted to first and second graders. Together Beverly and Alyssa share a story that was inspired by their family’s experiences in school, work, and the community. Their purpose is to promote children's acceptance of diversity and inclusion. The story also has lessons that adults can glean to learn about diversity and inclusion.
You don't want to miss the opportunity to inspire and educate those around you. You can find Make New Friends on iUniverse, Amazon, and Barnes and Noble:
https://www.iuniverse.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/836399-make-new-friends
https://www.amazon.com/Make-New-Friends-Beverly-Samuel/dp/1663232857/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28I6YNHNUYUUV&keywords=978-1663232748&qid=1640529056&sprefix=978-1663232748%2Caps%2C74&sr=8-1
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/make-new-friends-beverly-samuel/1140814009?ean=9781663232748
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to sisters Sheila Smith and Delores Tyler who have taken great pride and care to ensure they are being obedient to their call. How would you respond to the call to take in four small kids (two of which are toddlers) that you barely know and at a point when you are free to live your best life?
That was the call for Shellia and Delores, and they not only answered it, but they committed their lives to it and continue to be there today as often as needed to ensure that others have what they need.
Without obedience and humility, it's hard to sacrifice completely, and so we're focusing on all of these traits in this episode as we continue to lift up women who are impacting their community in awesome ways.
In Shellia's words, "there are takers and givers. Only go into a [full sacrificial commitment as this] if you have a giver's heart. If you are expecting anything in return, then don't do it."
Take a listen to these ladies as they give all of us some great advice for sacrificial commitment.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we talk with Amy McCune. Amy is an organizational development coach with a focus on leadership development and personal development. Her certifications in Lean Six Sigma and Facilitation and her work as a National Trainer have given her insight into how to connect the business process to the people who implement those processes. She teaches leaders how to create genuine, meaningful relationships for a strong and collaborative working environment.
Amy’s meanderings have taken her through all fifty states in the U.S. and over 50 countries worldwide. It’s her goal to visit more countries and experience all that life has to offer.
Amy shares with us her fearless journey as she courageously travels the world one country at a time, embracing the different cultures and customs for no other reason than she just wants to. Amy's dream has not only been to travel the world, but she believes that is what she has been purposed to do, lifting the lives of people all around the world, one country at a time.
Amy's purpose journey will fill your heart with a longing to do more or to at least do what you've always dreamed of. Hear her inspiring story of courage, love, and hope for a better world.
If you'd like to check out Amy's leadership development and personal development courses, visit https://amysuemccune.com/.
Mary Rollins is the owner and operator of Elegant Weddings by Mona Me. Since 2009, Mary has been living her purpose. Her goal is to make the clients' dream a reality, whether they are planning the wedding of a lifetime or a simple gathering. With over 12 years of experience, creativity, and knowledge, Mary strives to make each event a breathtaking experience.
Mary not only caters to the needs of her clients, but she also caters to the needs of her community. For over 10 years, she has been humbly blessing countless (over a hundred) women in her community in a special way. She always wonders how she will do it, but her strength and tenacity just take over.
If you want to connect with Mary for your next event, visit her website at www.elegantweddingsbymm.com and on Instagram #elegantweddingsbymoname
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Kearn Crockett Cherry. Speaker, best-selling author, and award-winning businesswoman, Kearn Cherry, is a female tycoon with a "leg-up" in successful entrepreneurship. Laying to rest any stigma surrounding the stagnancy of female leadership in the Deep South, Kearn has enjoyed more than two decades of excellence, as the CEO of a thriving health care business on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. Kearn hosts a portfolio holding countless awards, acknowledging her abilities; locally, nationally, and internationally. She is a recognized figure in both business and communal leadership, holding membership and chair positions on diverse councils and local organizations.
While cherishing a well-earned reputation in business, it has been her ability to gather the masses that classifies Kearn Cherry, as a household name. The Success Women’s Conference is an award-winning- business leadership conference attracting an annual audience of over 1100 attendees worldwide. Iyanla Vanzant, Lisa Nichols, and Robin Roberts are some of the few “powerhouses” to take center stage; leaving Kearn Cherry and her contributing partners with a reputation for revolutionizing the way women interpret both public speaking and business, on a global scale.
In 2001, Kearn Cherry effortlessly graced the pages of one of the most popular publications in the world, Essence Magazine. Featured in both their local and international publications; Kearn was recognized as the “Comeback Queen”, confirming her commitment to exemplify dynamic business agility. Today, Kearn is a familiar face on several Magazine covers, all testifying to the entrepreneurial giant, she truly is. Out of many publications highlighting her expertise; Speakers Magazine, Sheen Magazine, and her very own, Power-Up Speakers Edition Magazine; are amongst her favorites.
Proving to be an unshakable force for over 25 years, Kearn Cherry has been blessed with the ability to integrate the outstanding professional ethics she acquired throughout her generation, and seamlessly translate its importance, to rising millennial audiences. In 2020, Kearn facilitated her very own business networking platform.
Giving birth to Amazon’s best-selling book, Trailblazers Who Lead: Unsung Heroes, a manuscript comprised of 29 stories featuring several well-respected female entrepreneurs, moguls, and business professionals. In the midst of its release, Kearn also facilitated two innovative web conferences: the “Level-Up Your Visibility Virtual Summit” and the “Power up Summit”. Both by which, featured the best of multi-generational entrepreneurs, influencers, authors, and business professionals, all offering top-tier advice, recommendations, and business exhortation to professionals, entrepreneurial hopefuls, and those facing the unforeseen challenge in maintaining a successful business during a global crisis.
Enthusiastic about the future, Kearn remains diligent in helping entrepreneurs reach their destined potential. She is currently creating a book anthology titled; “Make It Happen”, a manuscript dedicated to those with an unyielding resilience to succeed, a quality Kearn Cherry embodies all too well.
If you're interested in planning your own events, but need some coaching along the way, connect with Kearn at kearncherry.com for her upcoming group coaching.
If you're interested in being an upcoming speaker for some of her events, go to time2levelup.com or powerupsummit.com.
On this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we revisit with Bianca Guzman. Bianca is the CEO & Founder of Divine Talent Connection with more than a decade of Human Resource Management and Small Business experience. Bianca attended Clark Atlanta University in Atlanta, Georgia and has studied in the fields of Computer Science/Desktop Publishing, Criminal Justice, Business Management, & Human Resources Management. She has worked in the Education, Non-Profit, Real Estate, & Retail Industries. Bianca takes pride in being a woman of faith & a Momma. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, cooking, spending quality time with family, & listening to music.
Bianca says that our purpose is to serve others. Her mindset shift and intentionality landed her in a place where her life is more purpose-driven. Bianca now has multiple programs geared toward helping others pursue their goals and purpose in life. Bianca continues to shift her business in positive ways, getting her closer to being able to provide the very best for her clients.
In this episode, Bianca shares her latest resources that you can download for free: Meditation & Affirmation Bundle, Purpose to Profit Course, 5-Day Heart, Mind & Money Workshop resources. Bianca has a lot of programs and workshops on the horizon and will be starting a Facebook group that will benefit so many. So, follow her on IG @divinetalentconnection or her website to join. You can also visit her at linktr.ee/biancamonique.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we meet Mariana Mbemba. Mariana is a full-time college student and business owner. Mariana witnessed and experienced the overwhelming micromanagement that online business owners and life coaches go through. She saw a need and filled it. She was inspired to harness a skill in funnel-building to set up customized automated systems, thereby crafting funnels and chatbots for entrepreneurs that allowed them to reclaim their time with family and self-care regiments. The results were boosts in social media engagement and conversions leading to more customers gained from different sources through one multipurpose funnel system.
Mariana credits her skillset to two years spent under the wing of a millionaire mentor learning to understand the psychology and strategies involved in building and growing an online business or life-changing movement. She has committed to serving purpose-driven entrepreneurs and digital servant leaders to replace the micromanagement with custom-designed funnels that do the marketing, story-telling and membership training for them.
During our talk, Mariana shares a lot of tips, including financial tips and how to earn passive income.
If you’re a business owner in need of an automated system to better serve your customers, you can reach out to Mariana by email at mrmrulz858@gmail.com.
In today's episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Krystal Vernee'. Krystal is a serial womenpreneur, author, speaker and business coach. She owns Divas & Dolls Fitness, a pole and sensual dance studio; Cirque Sensual, a sensual aerial dance brand; Simply SHE, a coaching business and podcast and Krystal Vernee’ is her personal brand. An engineer by trade, Krystal knew that entrepreneurship was the ultimate goal early in her professional career. She has always been passionate about creating a safe space for women to unapologetically be themselves and provides the support they need to make the transformation into the woman they have longed to be their whole life.
Krystal encourages others to tap into their zone of genius through the Simply SHE Podcast and her coaching program: Passion to Profits. It is her mission to empower women to eliminate self-limiting beliefs and gain clarity in their personal life and business so that they can manifest the life that they desire.
Krystal encourages all women to find their magic. Know what makes you uniquely you and bring that to the forefront. Krystal says to be who you are.
You can connect with Krystal on Facebook at Isimplyshe; Instagram @i_simply_she; and through her website.
Did you miss an episode of Streamin' With a Purpose in January? Don't worry. In this episode, Sylvia breaks down the month by providing some key points/lessons learned during the month.
To connect with our guests, go to their podcast episode to learn more.
In this episode of Streaming' With a Purpose, we talk with Vanessa Sawyer. Vanessa Sawyer hails from Virginia with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Finance. She has worked at Travelers Insurance Company in the Private and Non-Profit Department for over 20 years as a Management Liability Underwriter. The total duration with the Company is 34 years.
Vanessa has served as a Christian Education Servant Leader at Mount Oni Baptist Church for nearly ten years, teaching the word of God and leading the efforts of the teaching ministry during most of that time. Vanessa believes that the purpose of Christian education is to tell God’s story about living in His Kingdom and preparing hearts, hands and minds for service. God reveals to us that He is our Lord, the creator of all things.
Vanessa uses the opportunity to teach God's word wherever she goes and takes time out today to talk with us about the difference between gifts and talents as they relate to us finding our purpose.
Vanessa is always willing to share God's word. If you're interested in discussing this topic or other biblical principles, she is available by email at bbellas40@gmail.com.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we talk to Keisha Smith. For many years hurt, shame, and embarrassment hindered Keisha from sharing her story. Now, she humbly shares her breathtaking personal experiences with childhood molestation/rape, the loss of her mother and daughter, low self-esteem and bullying.
Keisha speaks life that drives you to walk in faith into purpose. She is the voice of the voiceless for sexual assault and is known as The Silence Breaker. A story that is familiar to so many others, Keisha shares her powerful life-changing messages of faith and survival in truth and transparency to ignite, inspire, and transform her audience to become fearless, confident, and empowered.
Keisha is the Founder and CEO of Keisha Smith Enterprises. Over the past 12 years, Keisha has helped aspiring entrepreneurs take the leap of faith to pursue their dreams of entrepreneurship. She published her first book Where Silent Secrets Lie, in 2018, where she shares some of her personal experiences of sexual abuse. In 2019 The Purposeful Experience Mentor/Coaching program was launched and has helped hundreds of women across the U.S. find their voice and walk in their purpose. Keisha is also the Founder and Executive Director of Crowned for Purpose Non-Profit Organization, Flawed & BeYOUtiful Corp, A-List Tax Solutions, Host of Konversations with Keisha, and Founder of the Emerging Authors Club.
She’s a native of Hattiesburg, MS, but currently resides in the Metro Atlanta area. Keisha is a true example of “You can’t judge a book by its cover”. In her darkest hours, God revealed to Keisha her true identity and she is passionate about serving others. Keisha has one goal in mind — to help ignite, inspire, and transform women around the world to find their voice and stand in their truths. Grounded in her faith, she understands that her purpose is far greater and there’s no turning back.
You can connect with Keisha on IG @iamkeishhsmith or from her website. You can find her book, Where Silent Secrets Lie at Barnes & Nobles and on Amazon.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we talk to Andrea Butler, a descendant of the Fulani tribe, Gettysburg-obsessed Marine Corps brat, and lover of all things magazine-related. Andréa Butler is an entrepreneur - Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of Sesi, the only international teen magazine for Black girls. She's a writer and public speaker who reps hard for the culture, especially when it comes to Black teen girls. Prior to launching Sesi, Andréa worked as a high school English teacher, and after that, became a senior editor at LivingSocial.
Her friends call her “Ms. Correcto,” because she is all about that editing life. Ms. Correcto is now in charge of what issues are published as she saw a need for Black teen girls to be better represented and sought out to do just that.
If you want to connect with Andrea, email her at editor@sesimag.com. You can also find copies of her magazine at Barnes & Nobles and Books a Million.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, Sylvia reflects on what we learned in December and introduces what's coming up in January. If you missed an episode in December, get a streamlined version right here. Hear lessons from guests, Karena Calhoun, Chrystal Robinson, and Bianca Guzman.
If you would like to share your story in an episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, schedule your interview here.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we talked to Bianca Guzman. Bianca is the CEO & Founder of Divine Talent Connection with more than a decade of Human Resource Management and Small Business experience. Bianca attended Clark Atlanta University in Atlanta, Georgia and has studied in the fields of Computer Science/Desktop Publishing, Criminal Justice, Business Management, & Human Resources Management. She has worked in the Education, Non-Profit, Real Estate, & Retail Industries. Bianca takes pride in being a woman of faith & a Momma. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, cooking, spending quality time with family, & listening to music.
Bianca says that our purpose is to serve others. Her mindset shift and intentionality landed her in a place where her life is more purpose-driven. Bianca now has multiple programs geared toward helping others pursue their goals and purpose in life.
You can connect with Bianca on her website or on IG @divinetalentconnection.
On this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we talk to Chrystal “Chryssy” Robinson. Chryssy is a Brand Strategist with over eight years of experience in helping small business owners strategize their business operations and grow their online presence. She is recognized and known for her expertise in building and executing strategic content and marketing plans that get RESULTS!
Chrystal is a proud alumni of Eastern Michigan University, where she received a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems. Following graduation, Chrystal began her career at Quicken Loans as a Business Analyst in Technology where she learned insider secrets on product development and project management.
Today, Chryssy partners with entrepreneurs to reach their ideal target market through designing an online experience that increases their bottom line."
In my interview with Chryssy, she talks about the importance of living in the moment. Her clients are important to her, and to ensure they get what they actually need, Chryssy admits she has actually turned down work, because she understood her clients' needs better than they did. She is a self-taught designer who now teaches others what she now knows.
You can connect with Chryssy on Instagram @koloraddict or on her website.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we're talking to Karena Calhoun. Karena is a North Carolina native currently doing life with her best friend and husband in Virginia. She’s a Certified Mindset and Life Coach guiding women through unveiling their authentic selves, discovering their purpose, and crushing their goals! Karena offers a range of programs and services - from individual and group coaching to webinars and summits. Karena is also an international podcast host. Karena tells us that we all have a purpose and have the capacity to live up to it. She says your purpose is why you are here, so can you really pour out your purpose on a part-time basis?
Connect with Karena at linktree/coachkarina.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, Sylvia reflects on lessons learned from the month of November. If you missed an episode in November, get a streamlined version right here. Hear lessons from guests, Tracee Fisher, Beth Griffith, Eleanor Ward, and Damon Cunningham.
If you would like to share your story in an episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, schedule your interview here.
In this episode of 'Streamin With a Purpose,' we're talking with Damon Cunningham. Damon aka damednydc was born and raised in New York and is now a proud resident and host of the Two Mics Up podcast coming to you live and direct from the DMV area (DC/Maryland/Virginia).
Damon believes in working hard daily to help educate, empower and positively impact people within our community. These beliefs and values are the core and foundation of the Two Mics Up platform, where he and his co-host, Lisa, work to incorporate one of these values in each episode. They look to highlight small businesses, organizations, or individuals working hard to leave a positive lasting impact on our communities through their services or products.
Connect with Damon on his website at https://www.twomicsup.com/; email at vptwomicsup@gmail.com; and Instagram at @damednydc.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we talk to Eleanor Ward. Eleanor Ward is an international inspirational speaker, author, and fresh start coach for women to start their lives anew. She is committed to empowering and equipping women with the tools to start over after trauma or devastating loss to take their lives back. Eleanor specializes in grief management training and teaching women how to take their lives back after great trauma. She believes that mindset shift, self-talk, coupled with guidance, training and personal coaching sessions will put you on a fresh start for your life. Eleanor owns Bigger Fish To Fry Coaching, a life coaching boutique that offers classes, webinars, monthly fresh start tribe memberships and of course, traditional life coaching.
Eleanor tells us the importance of understanding the difference between knowing our worth and knowing our purpose. She also tells us it's important for us to know our limitations, and she shares that the greatest part of our purpose is taking action.
You can connect with Eleanor on her website or @biggerfishtofrycoaching on Instagram.
On this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we meet Beth Griffith. Beth Griffith, GIP™ is a servant leader with a demonstrated history of working in the renewable energy industry, nonprofit organizations, training, project management, team building, and public speaking. She is an internationally certified Green Infrastructure Practitioner and one of the few Afro-Latina women with this designation. Her passion is teaching, community organizing, and giving back. Beth has seven years of experience in the energy sector. She has taught workshops at Suffolk University about entrepreneurship for women of color, co-hosted webinars showcasing the benefits of owning a business, and makes appearances on the Black Community Information Center’s Drumbeat Radio show.
Beth is successful in all of this as she openly struggles through depression. Hear Beth's story as she deals with the challenges in her life, but still strongly advocates on behalf of people of color who can be gravely impacted by the neglect of renewable energy sources that affect our daily lives. Hear more about how this industry deeply impacts people of color.
Beth also shares a boatload of helpful resources for entrepreneurs.
You can connect with Beth by email and on LinkedIn.
On this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we meet Tracee Fisher. Tracee is an educator, entrepreneur, veteran, wife and mother. Originally from Tennessee, Tracee served in the USArmy and has been married for 25 years. She is now a co-owner of Chalk N' More with her husband as well as completing a Doctoral Degree in Education. Owning an educational store has become part of her journey as an educator. Tracee says that teaching is her passion and what she knows God designed her to do.
Listen to Tracee's story to learn how she went from teaching with no desire to be a business owner, to a full-blown business owner with her husband.
Feel free to reach out to Tracee at chalknmore@yahoo.com. You can find the store on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ChalkNMore/
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, Sylvia reflects on lessons learned from the month, highlights The Purpose to Prosperity Virtual Summit with visionary Pamela Lockley, and gives us reflections for the month of October and who's to come in November.
Note: the Purpose to Prosperity Virtual Summit is November 11 - 13, 2021. More information can be found at www.ptpsummit.com.
Pamela Lockley is the Founder and CEO of Passion+Purpose=Prosperity, a Change Agent fulfilling her purpose to help others discover and refine their unlimited God-given potential. Faith in God and his word is her driving force and foundation upon which she lives. Pamela believes that God has created us with unique gifts designed to equip us to reach our intended purpose and assignments in life. As a coach and facilitator, Pamela is passionate about assisting powerful women to turn their core skills and unique gifts into profitable online businesses.
Pamela leverages her business acumen and entrepreneurial success to empower and inspire women to own their power and leverage their core skills as a springboard to building a life without limits all while achieving financial and time freedom. With the time freedom that Pamela has created for herself, she travels, spends time with family, and enjoys living the life of her dreams...." without limits."
Pamela accredits her newfound success to the day she got laid off from the corporate world.
Pamela believes that Dreaming Big is the start of every big accomplishment. "Your life won't go where your mind will not take it."
In this interview, Pamela shares how the layoff from her corporate job took her to where she was meant to be.
You can reach out to Pamela by email at pamela@passionpurposeprosperity.com.
On this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we meet Samantha Minor. Samantha is a mom of seven, a Florida realtor, she owns an online boutique that caters to women and promotes self-care, and she has a podcast, A Minor Mom Makeover. On her podcast, Samantha shares insight on what it's like to be a mom, still pursue your dreams, take time for yourself, and not feel guilty or worry about being judged. It's taken many years for her to feel comfortable in her own skin and discover her purpose, but she now knows that her purpose is to help women all over the world feel good about themselves. In today's podcast episode, Samantha reminds us that when it comes to our purpose, we have to do it afraid. Take a listen.
You can find Samantha at her podcast, A Minor Mom Makeover, and on Instagram at #samanthajademinor.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we meet Andrea Rose Butler who says her pain is her gift to the world. Whatever you go through, just keep moving. Find your purpose in whatever you go through.
Andrea is a native of Jamaica, West Indies and Army veteran who served her adopted country both on foreign and domestic soil. She is a survivor of child abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence, and breast cancer. Andrea has taken the things that have happened to her in life and turned them into building blocks for the meaning and message that she brings to the women she encounters, providing hope and healing through a relationship with Christ Jesus. She is a Licensed Minister of the Gospel, and author of the following books: “Single Parents in Pursuit of God: Thriving in a Barren Place,” "Becoming a Woman God Can Use: Lessons from God’s Female Board of Directors," "Reflections from a Thirsting Soul," "The Writer’s Toolkit for Beginners," "The Incredible Journey: Shattered but I’m Not Broken," "Renewing Your Dreams: Living Purposefully at Any Age," and "Just for Me: The Power of God's Promises." Andrea is also a conference speaker and lyricist. She is the founder and president of The Becoming Woman’s Network, LLC, which reaches out to women around the world via the Internet to inspire them to reach their God-given destiny and purpose, as well as The Becoming Woman’s conference and Life on Purpose workshops. She is the co-founder of The Becoming Woman’s Foundation, a 501c3 organization whose vision is to provide the much-needed care and resources primarily to young ladies, aged 16-25, who are transitioning out of the foster care system and/or living in underserved communities.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Her goal is to create a bridge between the women they serve and the resources & services they need and to empower them to become independent and self-sufficient adults who will have a positive impact on their communities.⠀
To learn more about The Becoming Woman Foundation, please visit our website at www.bwnfoundation.org. You can email her at becomingnetwork@gmail.com.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
If you're an extreme introvert or have experienced extreme pain in your life, you will be inspired by Andrea's story. Take a listen to how she blesses others through her pain.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, Sylvia reflects on lessons learned from the month, highlights The Purpose to Prosperity Virtual Summit with visionary Pamela Lockley, and gives us the rundown on how the special guests for the month of October.
Note: the Purpose to Prosperity Virtual Summit is November 11 - 13, 2021. More information can be found at www.ptpsummit.com.
In this episode of Streamin' with a Purpose, we hear from Charliese Lewis. Charliese has discovered a way to walk into all of her multiple passions fully and is living a life of purpose.
Charliese is an educator, author, editor, publicist, podcaster, and instructor who provides platforms for others to use their voices to be genuine, empowered, and courageous. She holds degrees in English/Education, Journalism, and Higher Education. She works as a College and Career Coach at Fayette County Public Schools and is the Executive Director of the Louisville Literary Arts. Lewis is president of Robert and Charliese Lewis Ministries Inc., which she co-founded with her husband. In 2018, the company published From the Test to the Testimony: An Anthology of Women’s Faith Stories and now assists clients in self-publishing their written works. She is co-producer of The ‘After Church’ Experience Radio Show and It’s About Time: Conversations with Charliese and Youlonda podcast and YouTube channel. Lewis is listed in the Notable Kentucky African Americans Database for her contributions to education and for being crowned the 1996 Kentucky Derby Festival Queen.
You can connect with Charliese at https://www.facebook.com/theafterchurchexperience/; and Twitter at @charlieseblewis.
This episode of Streamin' With a Purpose features Jade Weatherington, teacher, educator and CEO.
Jade Weatherington, M.Ed, CEO and Founder of Teacher Jade's Writing Academy started her career wanting to become an educator. During her student teaching, she realized that working as a traditional educator was not her calling. However, she continued to pursue education as a career pathway working in varying positions within the traditional school setting while exploring non-traditional settings such as teaching online and teaching at international schools. Finally, she made the decision to leave public schools altogether and create her own online academy which proved to be successful. She is now training teachers to offer her courses and providing coaching and consulting to those that want to leave the traditional school setting.
Listen to how Jade broke from the norm and built her own teaching academy.
You can connect with Jade at www.teacherjade.com.
In this episode of Streamin' With a Purpose, we step into the mindset of multi-dimensional and success strategist, Dyan Edwards.
Dyan Edwards is a multi-industry entrepreneur and educator, with 10 plus years of experience in business strategy and synergy coaching. As a former business marketing strategist with a work background spanning from music to real estate, she continues to leverage her expertise in ways that help bring her clients’ visions to life.
Dyan shares so much of what she believes in how our purpose paves the way to our success in life. Dyan was instrumental during the pandemic to help many pave the way toward their success beyond their day jobs that were no longer applicable to them, during that tumultuous time in history. Through her program called, Saturday School, she taught them how to use their gifts and passions to stream income during the pandemic when they would have otherwise been without work. Hear more of Dyan's story right here.
If you want to connect with her, you can reach her through these avenues: Website: www.dyanedwards.com; Email: hello@dyanedwards.com; Twitter: @_dyanedwards; Instagram: @_dyanedwards.
Welcome host Sylvia Montgomery as she introduces her new podcast, Streamin' With a Purpose.