SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

Deb is a visionary senior executive & one of the country’s foremost experts in Diversity & Inclusion. She is an inspiring speaker, presenting on diversity to such esteemed audiences as The United Nations in New York and The House of Commons in London. She is President & CEO of Corporate Playbook™, a company that provides leaders with strategic direction to elevate diversity, inclusion, philanthropy, and culture in the workplace.

Dr. J. Michelle Vann is an author, speaker, and advocate dedicated to empowering women through personal development and resilience-building. With a focus on breaking limiting cycles, she mentors women to cultivate self-confidence and leadership skills. Dr. Vann's work inspires audiences to embrace their full potential, navigate challenges resiliently, and lead impactful lives.

10 years of professional public speaking on empowerment, encouragement, and healing from past hurts. I am a 6x published author, trauma coach, and motivator. I look for ways to connect and engage with the people I come in contact with.

Dr. Krystal L. Clemons, Founder and CEO of Our Village Consulting, is an award-winning educator with 15+ years in school counseling. Recognized by the American School Counselor Association for her contributions to the field, she developed The BRC Framework for Effective Engagement© and The Village Model of Community Engagement©. Her work focuses on Black student achievement, authenticity in education, and strengthening school-family-community partnerships.

Nicole D. Vick is an author, public health advocate, educator, community connector, and fashion and beauty maven. She’s leveraged her lived experience, academic training, and professional expertise to engage and inspire future leaders of public health in a variety of settings. She is the author of two books. Her latest, “Push Through: 52 Week of Light in Tough Times” is a guided journal for women who want better for themselves and their communities.

Dr. Katashia Partee Kendrick, Clinical Pharmacist and Integrative Health Practitioner, her journey reflects determination and resilience. With solid educational credentials from Xavier University of Louisiana and the University of Tennessee, she pursued Integrative Health certification, ignited by her struggles with fibroids, endometriosis, infertility, and more. Founding Celebrate Health & Wellness Consulting LLC in 2021, she focuses on preconception health, guiding women towards parenthood through holistic approaches.

Owner of Every.Black. The mission of Every.Black is to assist entrepreneurs to create wealth through entrepreneurship by leveraging technology and a strategy of global networking. Founder of MacMasters Computer Services, a computer training and database development company. Conducted computer training workshops in more than 30 cities throughout eight southeastern states. Trained over 5,000 individuals on a wide variety of Macintosh software. Presenter and panelist about technology for numerous conferences around the country including two occasions at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc., in Washington DC, Apple’s Boston MacWorld and the Sickle Cell Anemia conference in Miami, Fl.

Walter, a University of Baltimore alumnus with Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Business Management, has spent over a decade transforming challenges into triumphs. Born and raised in Baltimore and now residing in Bel Air, he inspires others to reach their personal and professional aspirations. Beyond his career, Walter treasures family time and enjoys watching football, playing basketball, and bowling. His journey embodies resilience, proving that adversity can ignite growth and success.

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.

Karwanna D. is a Government Contracts Strategist, based in San Francisco, CA. This 20+ year business vet has successfully built 2 lucrative small businesses and now teaches women and minority small business owners how to grow their business with massive government contracts just like the movie War Dogs. Over the past few years Karwanna has helped thousands of small business owners generate millions of dollars in combined revenues with a simple 3 Step System.

When you speak be profound,when you listen perfect transparency. The Word to be spoken to one day change the world. And to leave wisdom surrounding generations of this time and the time after.

Janise is a business professional, speaker and author of the soon to be released “Leaving In Style: From Success to Succession”. She is Founder of and Chief Insurance Strategist at Entrepreneur’s Insurance Services, Janise is driven to help business owners and entrepreneurs plan for and protect the future of their families, businesses and employees.