SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

I am Dr. Apostle Rosalyn Denise Bagby an Apostle, Teacher, Preacher, Spiritual Advisor in the political realm, and book author. I have a doctorate in biblical letters with continual studies into Luther and Professor teaching through theology school. Numerous spiritual daughters and sons. Mandate recover, restore, revive, Mental wholeness. Platform speaker For Change.

I am a Thought Leader, Transformational Coach, and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor. I help people clear out the unhealthy messages of the unconscious so they can hear their powerful voice of themselves. As a clinician, I have served thousands of individuals and helped them transform their lives and understand the influence of social constructs, generational trauma, and systematic barriers. My training and speaking topics focus on conscious awareness in order to improve cultural responsiveness.

Karen Mckoy is an international speaker who shares her wisdom with listeners on being resilient in the face of adversity and finding joy. She shares her struggles after the death of two children and a granddaughter. As a Resilience Strategist, She assists women in discovering their God-given gifts through the tragedies suffered in life following the loss of a child and knowing there is still joy even after the inconsolable pain of death's heartbreak.

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.

Charles Jackson is a native of Baltimore, Maryland, and a graduate of Emmanuel College in Boston, Massachusetts. During those years at Emmanuel, he found he had an affinity for diversity and inclusion issues especially those dealing with race. After graduating from college, he went on to receive his certification as a Diversity Practitioner from NTL Institute. Charles Jackson teaches Introduction to Health Disparities to future medical practitioners and serves as Health Equity Director in Baltimore.

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.

Justin Cloud is a Chief Engineer with over 20 years of experience with L3Harris Technologies and Lockheed Martin. In prior roles he served as Engineering Project Manager, Deputy General Manager, and Director of Strategy and Technology. In 2019, Justin established The Cloud Family Foundation, and serves as the organization’s Executive Director. The Cloud Family Foundation is a STEM based Non-Profit supporting students in underrepresented communities providing grants and scholarships.

I help leaders integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into their personal and organizational initiatives to create a belonging culture.

The most sustainable solutions come from within. It’s time to raise the standard and take control of the future of our communities.Community Mastermind is a neighborhood critical resource platform where stakeholders: 1) identify circular problems within, and 2) discuss methodology for providing long-term solutions, particularly as it pertains to sustainable personal economic development initiatives. I’m Jeff the Closer, Planning Commissioner for the City of Flint, Michigan, and I believe in the ability to rise.

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.

Michael K. Jackson is a Caribbean American inspirational keynote speaker, author and Master Trainer specializing in the area of emotional resilience & well-being. As Founder and CEO of Michael K. Jackson International, Michael leverages over two decades of business, ministry, and government leadership experience to advance his mission to inspire, empower, and equip purpose-driven leaders around the world to “bounce back from setbacks and 'Build Back Stronger' from stress and adversity.”

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!