SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

Dr. Jovonni Spinner, CEO and Founder of Beacon Public Health, is an award-winning health equity strategist and TEDx speaker dedicated to advancing health equity across all stages of life through research, education, and partnership building. She champions inclusive public health initiatives viewing health as an inherent human right. Driven to dismantle systemic barriers, she empowers organizations and professionals to create dynamic, culturally tailored programs, fostering equitable health solutions for all communities of color.

CEO & Executive Director of Kairos-B-Enterprises, LLC, ~ founder of Heart Expressions Ministries International. An International Published Award-Winning Author for her first book “Every Beat of My Heart” ~ Certified International Life Coach, Certified Biblical Counselor ~ BS in Human Services from the University of Detroit ~ Master of Arts in Christian Education, Michigan Theological Seminary (now Moody Theological Seminary-Michigan) ~ traveled to Senegal, West Africa as a missionary.

Dr. Walker is a retired NYC school administrator, former pastor, and former NCAA Division 1 college basketball referee. His life experiences have set him on a journey to work with individuals who want to live a champion’s life. He inspires his audiences to overcome an underdog mindset to see that your entire life experience is your advantage in life. He speaks locally and nationally at schools, churches, community events, and conferences. Dr. Walker earned his doctorate from Northeastern University and a Master of Divinity from New York Theological Seminary.

Whitney Danielle is a Cybersecurity Consultant turned Success Coach and Podcaster. She is a creative and a teacher and her extensive experience working with and connecting with people started with her early beginnings as a military child to becoming a traveling consultant for one of the top 5 consulting firms in the country and now running her own business. Whitney is a thought leader, world traveler, and a force to be reckoned with.

I am the America’s N0 1 Perspective Engineer. I arrived in the USA as a refugee in 2009 fleeing persecution. I served as a member of Parliament and Government in Rwanda as well as Executive Director for an agency that resettled me in Knoxville- Tennessee. With my vast working experience, my first job was for $6,55 an hour. Because of my God’s given INTUMBERO, I kept being aligned with my vision, mindset, beliefs, and actions. I started to invest in myself and building relationships. I received the Champion for Change award from Church World Service and Community Shares. I was a Keynote speaker at the 4 th Annual Refugee Mental Health and Wellness conference, Success Fest 2021, and a panelist in different forums on diversity, women, empowerment… I help young and middle-aged women to overcome poverty, trauma, align with their perspective and thrive. “If you don’t invest you don’t harvest”- Drocella Mugorewera.

Rev,.Sheila P. Spencer is passionate about empowering and inspiring others. She is a published author, spoken word poet, esteemed educator, ordained minister, life coach, spiritual director and traveler. Sheila has dedicated her life to sharing her message of hope and love with people all over the world. Through her writing, speaking, and coaching, she encourages others to take the leap.. Leap into your power today with Sheila P. Spencer!

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.

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.

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.

Dr. Epps is a leadership expert who is self-motivated and pragmatic, with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for crafting great solutions. He understands the best approach to transformational and organizational changes is made due to the company's progress and level of trust. Dr. Epps recently published his new book, New Principal, No Problem: Leading a Winning Culture Without Losing Your Mind. The focus of the book is to provide research-based best practices.

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.

Fabiola Paul is a therapist, speaker, and coach from New Jersey whose aim is to help people live emotionally healthy lives. Fabiola uses her faith, knowledge, and passion to educate people regarding the impact of mental health, stress, and self-care so they can make choices to live their best lives.