The National Council of Negro Women (NCMW) selected Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole as its chair and seventh president during the closing session of their 58th Biennial National Convention in Washington, D.C. Ms. Ingrid Saunders Jones, who served as NCNW's chair for more than six years, will continue to serve...
Who hasn’t had a setback at some point in their life? It may be a business that you started, a career path that you strayed away from, or just life-goals that didn’t go as planned. Perhaps you’ve experienced a financial struggle that left you at a standstill.
So how do...
By Denise Turney
Speaking in public is an effective way to grow your career or your business. For entrepreneurs, the right presentation can create enthusiasm in listeners that generates word-of-mouth buzz about you, your products and/or services. You will build trust in listeners if you deliver your message with confidence....
When we think of the word, "Retirement" we usually equate it with the departure of a long-time career.
Well, there may be other things that you may need to retire from. You may need to retire from procrastination. You may need to leave your role as being the "go-to" girl....
How many years have you been in your industry?
I volunteered in community development for over a decade before assuming a position in 2011.
What has been your greatest inspiration?
My greatest inspiration in my work is the comprehensive vision that the Hill District community created for itself. The sheer will and...
How many years have you been in your industry?
I’ve been in the property management sector of real estate for 14 years. I’ve been a real estate investor for 12 years now.
What has been your greatest inspiration?
My greatest inspiration has been my knowledge of self. Since the age of 19...
How many years have you been in your industry?
I have been teaching at Duquesne University School of Law for 10 years.
What has been your greatest inspiration?
The opportunity to provide legal services to change the lives of clients through a new or renewed ability to work after having their...
Charlise L. Smith, Founder/ Executive Director
Willissae’s Agency for Vision and Empowerment (WAVE)
Cwisdom Management LLC
How many years have you been in your industry?
16 years.
What has been your greatest inspiration?
My deceased mother I have known, without a shadow of a doubt, that she died for me to live a victorious life.
Who...
LaKeisha Wolf, Artist & Entrepreneur
How many years have you been in your industry?
16 years as a natural care product “mixologist” and healing arts practitioner.
10 years in non-profit management.
What has been your greatest inspiration? Mother Earth. My connection to nature and all that is; and the knowledge that all...
Tamiah Bridgett, President of Diversame Inc.
And Founder of "It's a Natural Thang."
Name one person you consider a great role model and tell us why.
My mother has always been my greatest role model. She is the epitome of grace and dignity.
What advice would you give to anyone about following their...
Donna Baxter Porcher
Founder & CEO
Soul Pitt Media
What has been your greatest inspiration?
I often think, what if our ancestors had access to what we have now? My motto has been "get online or get left behind", but additionally, it’s also about the quality of your engagement when you're on there. Who knew...
Muffy Mendoza
Founder & Mama Motivator
Brown Mamas
How many years have you been in your industry?
I’ve been running PBM for 7 years.
What has been your greatest inspiration?
My parents.
Name one person you consider a great role model and tell us why.
John Henrik Clarke because he stayed true to his purpose until the...
How many years have you been in your industry?
I have been working with women and families in poverty in some capacity for over 15 years.
What has been your greatest inspiration?
My greatest inspiration has actually been the women that I've worked with over the years who are fighting the grasp...
