SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

Reginald Gant is a man of many dreams being led by the Lord. By day, he is a human resources expert with nearly 20 years of federal government expertise. He is a bestselling author and Founder of SERVE, LLC, and the SERVE principles, which is a personal development vehicle used to develop men as leaders. His passion and purpose are to equip men, fathers, and husbands to step into their leadership roles as protectors and providers. To follow Reginald,visit linktr.ee/yourgreatness"

Through seminars, books, coaching, podcasts, videos, and social media posts, Oliver & Denise offer a candid look into their own lives, with the goal being to encourage and inspire people to build their dream relationships, both personally and professionally. They coach people to communicate on an extraordinary level, recognize, manage, and recover from conflict in record time, and increase intimacy holistically. Oliver also works with men, empowering them to win in every area of life.

Dashana Jefferies, an AI Consultant and Project Management expert with over 20 years of experience, specializes in integrating AI for business and educational efficiency. Completing her psychology degrees in record time using AI tools, she now helps businesses streamline workflows and promotes mental health through her app, available on Google Play and the Apple Store. Dashana's work empowers individuals and organizations to embrace AI for productivity and well-being.

Shawniel Chamanlal is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, author, and founder of Healing Springs Wellness Center, dedicated to creating safe, culturally affirming spaces for healing. A sought-after speaker and executive coach, she empowers women leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs to align with purpose, master their mindset, and lead with fulfillment. With over a decade of expertise in mental health, business leadership, and holistic wellness, Shawniel inspires audiences to embrace abundance in both life and leadership.

A proud graduate of Howard University and a member of Gen Z, Michael has established himself as a credible leader in executive communications and strategic engagement. Michael’s keen eye for developing strategies that wed traditional media approaches with innovative outreach and engagement strategies is especially prescient in a world where justice, equity, and democracy are under attack.

Dr. Caldwell is a speaker, author, and trainer to emerging leaders and corporations. Few have walked a more improbable path from the homelessness to the boardrooms of Fortune 500 companies. Companies hire Dr. Caldwell to assess the risks and build action plans for a lacking DEIB practice. Black leaders, hire Dr. Caldwell to help reach their professional aspirations. As an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University, Dr. Caldwell teaches doctoral classes on Leadership and Social Justice.

“The Mayor” is an Army & Navy veteran, International Speaker, and Author with an inspiring message that, “The Greatness You Seek Comes From Within.” Eric’s mantra “I Just Keep Pushing, because no one will do it for me,” helps maintain a positive and strong mind to overcome adversity. He believes mindset is the key to shifting momentum. He’s shared the bill with Les Brown, Top Life Coach Jon Talarico, and TedX Expert Corey Porier.

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.

Donna Scott is a wife, mom, speaker, author, professor, and Christian Marriage and Family Therapist. She offers the benefit of her professional experience and training combined with compassion and insight from God’s Word. With over 30 years of experience providing individual, couples, and family therapy in a variety of settings, she helps those with hurting hearts heal from relationship wounds.

Amber E. Davis is a certified education and business leader in Texas with decades of experience. She holds a B.A. in English, an MBA, and is completing a Ph.D. in Education Leadership and Organization. A Six Sigma Green Belt Level II and DEI-certified, Amber consults on leadership coaching, transformative student and adult learning, technology innovation, and equity in schools and in the workplace. She is a published author of both fiction and nonfiction.

James “JD” Davis, a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, concluded his military career as Professor of Military Science at Florida International University. He later served as a high school teacher and central office administrator, extending his commitment to education and leadership. A Board Certified Coach and John Maxwell Team Coach, Speaker, and Trainer, JD emphasizes emotional intelligence and equips leaders with strategies to clarify priorities, unlock potential, and achieve lasting impact.

Dr. Jovan Walker-Jackson, known as the Financial Coach of Hope, is a faith filled author, speaker, and licensed financial & Insurance advisor who serves as the president of Good News Financial & Investment Advisors LLC, a registered Investment Advisory Firm in the state of MD. Jovan develops financial programs and insurance strategies to assist clients in the areas of Debt Elimination, Tax reduction, retirement planning, asset preservation, and long-term care alternatives. Her drive and passion to teach financial literacy has led her to become a sought after wealth manager and advisor in the Baltimore DC metropolitan area for 15 years. Jovan has been featured on countless radio shows and taught many workshops for private and government corporations. In 2014, Jovan wrote You Be The Bank~ Finance Yourself to Wealth and the Workbook companion in 2016. A self help financial book that teaches a 100+ year “secret” strategy the wealthy have been using for years to build wealth. You can get your copy at www.youbethebankbooks.com or Amazon. She also just released a monthly financial planner I Am the Bank in Sept 2020! When not working in her purpose, she is spending time with her husband Lawrence and 2 daughters Jaidah & Loren.