SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

Oumar Dieng is a resilience subject matter expert who helps clients build “everlasting resilience" and spark a chain reaction of motivation, productivity and high performance in teams and individuals so that they can overcome any challenge life throws at them and reach their goals.

As a Presidential Lifetime Service Award recipient, an acclaimed trainer of 100,000 individuals, founder of an organization that’s reached over 2 million women globally, and with 40,000 hours clocked on stage, Mothyna James- Brightful brings her best to every stage. As CEO of MeRISE, a consulting, coaching, and development company, Mothyna has taught countless speakers, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders how to go from mediocre to mesmerizing, magnetic storytellers.

Alberta Thomas, a dynamic 32-year-old from South Carolina, wears many hats: CEO of Corporate Classy Podcast, Co-Owner of Mo Movements, Regional Director at TCC, Corporate Trainer, and Mentor. Passionate about empowering women, she leverages her own life experiences to offer guidance and support. Alberta believes in the power of mindset and determination to overcome challenges and achieve success. Through her platforms, she inspires women to embrace self-discovery, growth, and empowerment, fostering a community of greatness.

Raechelle “Rae” Johnson is an International Speaker, Coach, Media Personality and Author who specializes in Innovation Strategy. Navigating the complexity of challenges with opportunities while managing change. When she is not speaking or coaching she is prepping for Kreative Insights, currently streaming on 7 platforms, or engaging with her platforms on social media, as a leading speech and branding coaching for the Fair Leadership Experience Tour.

Dr. Carolyn Brooks-Collins is an international speaker and author, business consultant and coach. She is the CEO of M. Carolyn-Brooks Collins, LLC, a multi-dimensional coaching, and consulting firm. She is passionate about helping women discover and walk in their purpose. She brings over 45 years of management experience in accounting, leadership, and risk management, and holds a B.A. in Accounting, an MBA in Project Management, and is a CPA and CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner).

L. Denise Wells is an award-winning author and John C. Maxwell certified speaker with a storied career spanning over 25 years. Her experience traverses government, corporate, and creative spheres as a communications strategist, certified Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) advisor, thought partner and transformational leadership coach. Her passion for driving change and fostering growth has been recognized across various industries, solidifying her as a thought leader in the realm of individual and organization enhancement.

Dr. Shamarah Hutchins has the gift of helping women, entrepreneurs and athletes become the best version of themselves in life and learning. She was once a woman who suffered from understanding where she belonged, she suffered from self-esteem and self-confidence problems. Now, Dr. Shamarah Hutchins works hard to help others cultivate their mind in life and sports, TheMindologist Way.

Freddy's LoveNoEgo philosophy serves as the foundation for pushing the human spirit into greatness. He delivers powerful and relevant presentations, mentors, consults, and conducts workshops for individuals, teams, and organizations around the world. Freddy enables participants to grow and perform better than their everyday pressures, and gain optimal performance!

Tyneka Pack, Founder & CEO of IMPACKT Fitness, is a dynamic leader and certified fitness expert with over a decade of experience. As a pro bodybuilder turned motivational speaker, she excels in transformative fitness, wellness education, and leadership development. Tyneka empowers her audiences with practical strategies for personal and professional growth, highlighting the importance of wellness as a foundation for effective leadership.

Dr. Tyreese R. McAllister is a Therapist, Best-Selling Author, and an Anti-Gun Violence Advocate. She has over 25 years of experience in emergency mental health and crisis intervention. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and is heavily credentialed in her field. Dr. McAllister was voted 2021 Mental Health Advocate of the Year. She is a recipient of an Honorary Doctorate in Leadership and a Humanitarian Award for her work in the gun violence arena.

Dr. Janice Fortman, Ed.D believes that communication is the foundation for personal and professional relationships, therefore, people's opinions of you or your organization are formed by the way you communicate verbally and non-verbally. She is an author, award winning international motivational speaker, corporate trainer, and effective communication coach. As a Distinguished Toastmaster, Dr. Jan provides memorable and engaging, presentations focusing on giving people peace and power through the use of effective communication skills.

V. Jesse Smith, a professional and motivational leadership speaker, strategist and coach, who specializes in helping individuals, entrepreneurs and employees, become influential leaders and dynamic public speakers.