Meet Author Robin Who
Robin is a global speaker, author, and founder. Fluent in four languages and rooted in Psychology and Linguistics, she infuses life across continents, the disorientation and the beauty found in between, into everything she writes. When did you discover your passion for writing and sharing stories? Honestly, it was never a discovery… it was always just […]
Meet Author Reayne Beau
Behind the scenes, she worked on refining her voice before stepping into her own spotlight. She creates stories that unravel love, secrecy, and the deeper complexities of relationships. Through her work, Reayne’s desire is to connect with readers on a personal level, inspiring reflection, healing, and honest conversations about love and life. When did you […]
When Love Leads: Tera Carissa Hodges on Faith, Motherhood, and Raising Children Who Know Their Worth
Tera Carissa Hodges is a world-renowned entrepreneur, certified women’s life coach, faith-based empowerment speaker, and best-selling author known for equipping women and families to live boldly, authentically, and on purpose. With weekly teleconferences reaching more than 10,000 people across 30+ countries, her mission has become far more than a career; it’s a divine calling that […]
Feeding Change: Dr. Leeja Carter’s Growing Movement for Equity, Health, and Hope
Dr. Leeja Carter is the kind of leader who doesn’t just talk about health equity, she builds it step by step, system by system, community by community. As the CEO of the Coalition for Food and Health Equity, she is helping underserved families in New Jersey and Philadelphia’s food deserts access quality, healthy food through […]
The Most Beautiful Thing You Can Wear Is Resilience
Beauty has always been at the center of Chiquita Mason’s story, but for her, it has never been only about products or aesthetics. It has been about expression, confidence, healing, and purpose. As the founder of Redefined Beauty, she has created a brand that speaks to women who want quality, ease, and a touch of luxury […]
She’s Pretty and Black Owned: Meet DaJonese
Pretty and Black Owned is a celebration of brilliance, beauty, and bold business moves. This series spotlights Black women who are building powerful brands, creating impact, and owning their lane with confidence and purpose. From passion to profit, these women represent what it looks like to lead, thrive, and win. DaJonese is the founder and CEO […]
Confidence, Community, and Care: Inside Umber By J. Lenay
Some businesses are built from market trends. Others are built from lived experience, resilience, and the determination to create something better. For Jasmine Nelson, founder of Umber By J. Lenay, entrepreneurship began with a personal struggle that many women silently navigate. What started as frustration with unwanted hair growth evolved into a purpose-driven brand focused […]
Healing While Becoming: The Core Queen’s Journey to Wholeness
Wellness is no longer just about how you look, it’s about how you live, how you heal, and how you show up for yourself every single day. Few understand that more deeply than Dee Dee Legette, known to many as “The Core Queen.” What began as a personal commitment to discipline and transformation has evolved […]
The Power of Pause: How the Big Easy Retreat Is Changing the Conversation Around Healing
There are moments in life when pushing forward is no longer the answer, when what we truly need is to pause, breathe, and restore. That is the heartbeat behind the 3rd Annual Big Easy Retreat, a powerful gathering of women committed to healing, growth, and authentic connection. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Essence Festival […]
Lead Boldly, Lead Fully: Lynbea Toombs on Confidence, Clarity, and Authority
Leadership often comes with an unspoken expectation for women to shrink, soften, or second-guess themselves in order to fit the room. Lynbea Toombs has built her career challenging that narrative: proving that authority and authenticity are not opposing forces, but powerful partners in effective leadership. With more than a decade of experience spanning public relations, […]