SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

As one of the top experts in image development, Stacey is a dedicated advocate to helping youth expand their view of themselves, others and the world. Through her coaching and training brand, Urbanity à la Mode, her acute insights and dynamic presentations have inspired numerous students and organizations on how to successfully navigate the crossroads that they will inevitably face and approach their academic & personal development with a sense of purpose, passion, and fulfillment.

Shae takes pride in the evolution of what it means to be a Black Woman. Represented by a multitude of female archetypes, there is no one size fits all and it brings me joy to create a platform that showcases the spectrum of Black Girl Magic and Black Female Sexuality.

Dr. Lia Abney is a leadership expert, international speaker, and bestselling author. She has worked with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations to develop leaders and create positive change. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Abney's expertise in leadership development and organizational behavior has been sought after by audiences worldwide. Her high-energy presentations are known for their practicality and engaging delivery, making her a sought-after keynote speaker at conferences and events.

Meet LaTonia Monroe Naylor, aka The Chief Business Educator, a dynamic leader with an inspiring journey from adversity to empowerment. Leveraging her expertise in business administration and funding strategies, she transforms passion into funded businesses. LaTonia, certified in DEIB, cultural humility, and trauma-informed care, co-founded and advises nonprofits and LLCs, ensuring success as she has in securing and overseeing multi-million-dollar grants. Her unique leadership approach blends business acumen with empathetic insights, fostering mission-rich enterprises.

As a 20 years plus veteran in psychotherapy, I've shown individuals and couples how to solve complex and common problems to save their relationships. I teach company employees how to manage conflict and understand gender identity, pronouns, and LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, asexual, and more). By providing CEOs with dynamic interactive trainings, I have closed gaps between men's and women's communication and increased company sales by 50%.

Regina Bartlett is an author, speaker, women’s ministry leader, and wellness advocate. After 30 years of obesity, she lost over 200 pounds and completed the NYC Marathon. She shares God-honoring talks and workshops to help people harness their story and step into authenticity and grace.

Dr. Ashley Dash is a Career Branding Expert™ known for her ability to help people identify the patterns that keep them stuck and move them into action so they can take their careers to the next level. Drawing on 10+ years of Corporate HR experience, she has the unique gift of connecting with her audiences and ensuring they walk away with actionable strategies for professional transformation -- strengthening leadership skills, improving business relationships, and enhancing performance.

Meet Dupé Aleru, the mastermind behind Davi Creative LLC, a company focused on personal and professional development for Christian content creators. Her expertise in crafting custom content strategies has empowered numerous individuals to build their online presence and grow their brands. With her leadership in content creation and personal branding, Dupé has earned a well-deserved reputation as a top content coach in the industry, transforming the digital landscape for Christian content creators.

the Geek Speaker Preacher. Kirk Nugent is an Innovator, Leader, Speaker and YouTuber who teaches Small Businesses, Entrepreneurs, and Faith-Based Entities how to simplify live stream mechanics to shine a floodlight on their brand. With over 15 years experience in Media/Technology Management he provides Leadership training assisting organizations to leverage innovation. While his topics are technology focused he delivers the content with the flair of a Pastor and the energy of a Life Coach.

Rumbidzai Mufuka, PhD is a writer, speaker, and coach working to empower 1 million Black families to start their legacy plan. It's not just about writing a will - it's about starting a conversation that shares your wishes and passes on your wealth to the next generation. Since losing two family members without wills, she's been on a mission to share her three step journey to starting the journey to legacy plan.

Mrs. Jackson is a seasoned local government executive, podcaster, and management consultant. A trailblazer in her academic and professional careers, she shares wisdom and expertise to build civic engagement, assist new (and particularly women) leaders navigate turbulent waters, and to encourage people to un-learn what they think they know about local government in general and public safety specifically. She enjoys unlocking the mysteries associated with how government works and helping people become more confident voters.

From inspiring youth to empowering leaders, Dr. J’s mission is to help others find their place in STEM. After spending years at the bench, she decided to pivot her career to pursue her passion: Motivating and helping others to gain clarity and confidence as they navigate their STEM careers. Dr. J has an uncanny ability to connect with any audience through storytelling, compelling narratives. and practical guidance.