SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

Chrissy Thornton is the President and CEO of Associated Black Charities and has a background in fundraising, donor & corporate relations, digital engagement, grant writing, and executing meetings, events, training seminars, team building sessions, education conferences, fundraisers, & peer-to-peer activities! She is a published author who believes in entrepreneurship and financial literacy and is a sought-after speaker on DEI, Health Equity & Access, Entrepreneurship, Energized Leadership, Wealth Building, Women's Empowerment, Stakeholder Engagement, and Motivation.

Rachael E. DuBose was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio by her paternal grandparents. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2006 from THE Ohio State University and a Master of Science in Education degree from the University of Dayton. Rachael’s passion for advocacy, education, healing from trauma, criminal justice, and fighting the stigma of mental illness, especially in historically excluded communities, shines through her community work as the owner of Be the Light.

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.

Tracy L. Tate, CEO of TLJ Professional Services, Inc, an Accountant since 1985, provides bookkeeping, accounting and tax preparation services since 2003. You may have seen Tracy on several platforms sharing her story of abuse, financial tips, creating a 6-figure business and many more topics. Some of the platforms include: OAACC Financial Series, Your Wings Matter, Girl on Fire, Success Leaves Clues, The Queen Experience, The Financial Educator, Black CEO Iconic and Black Woman Confidential.

Rob “YB” Youngblood is a 2x Author, Award Winning Speaker, Public Relations Consultant, Visionary Business Coach and Top Business Networking Voice. YB enhances the Clarity & Confidence of Young Professionals who struggle with networking and is known in many circles as "The LinkedIn Locksmith" because of his ability to help his clients to unlock the power of LinkedIn so they can increase their Visibility, Credibility, and Profitability.

For over 20 years, I've worked hard to become an expert in helping people learn to truly love themselves. With two master's degrees and my own successful counseling business, I know how to guide people on their journeys of self-acceptance and mental health.

Having been a Zumba Fitness instructor for over 7 years, Ms. Johnson knew her influence included more than fitness training. After a candid conversation with an exercise client, she realized that women in caretaker roles often forget about themselves. Genesys Fitness is a safe space where women can transform their mindset, body, and life in a caring and non-judgmental environment.

After 20 years in branding and marketing, Dr. Raechelle "Rae" Johnson knows what works. The CEO of Kreative Ink LLC, she [and her staff] work with small and global enterprises to solve branding issues, developing and implementing solid marketing strategies--while managing change. Dr. Johnson is a sought-after keynote speaker and Digital Marketing & Leadership Instructor. To create your organizations branding success contact Dr Johnson today.

Marklyn T. Johnson is a heavily sought-after DEI and self-empowerment keynote speaker and published author. From self-awareness to corporate cultural transformations, Marklyn specializes in creating opportunities for reflection and change throughout his engagements. He uses his upbringing in the white, middle-class ‘hood’ and pushes the envelope to bring the reality of racism into perspective. Having graduated Concordia University and attended the Connecticut School of Broadcasting, Marklyn has worked in the production industry and corporate world for over twenty years. Through his public speaking, comedic and podcast work, Marklyn believes DEI is a critical topic in this incredibly, relevant time. His current books include Facebook Conversations: The Good, The Funny, The Ugly and Lessons from a Shit Talker...with a third on racism coming soon…

I spent 27 years counseling incarcerated men and helping see them their potential. I began speaking in the Maryland public school system to help youth understand the connection between their current choices with their future life.

Robin R. Haynes, is a seasoned professional in the financial industry with more than 20 years of experiance. Robin has been and is committed & passionate about teaching both the fundamentals of personal finances and entrepreneurship, making sure there is a thorough understanding of the financial behaviors and habits necessary for success.

Danica The Diabetic shares her holistic approach to living life as a diabetic and as a Duke trained health and well being coach. Danica brings more than ten years of experience in the healthcare industry.. Her areas of expertise and professional skills include guiding organizations through strategic initiatives, best practice analysis, training, diabetes management, preventative care, multi-million cost savings initiatives, patient advocacy and improving patient behavior through health communications.