SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

Dr. Rhonda M. Wood is an award-winning international keynote speaker, bestselling author, and mental health advocate. Once a corporate professional, she privately battled depression and anxiety before seeking therapy, inspiring her to share her journey with authenticity. Through her WBGR media platforms, Dr. Wood amplifies the voices, creating a space for healing and empowerment. Featured on ABC, NBC, and CBS, she is a leading voice in mental health dedicated to helping women "heal out loud."

Darius Fennell is an author, speaker, coach, and mental health & therapy advocate. He has published his book, Leaving Jupiter: Navigating Your Anxiety Recovery, and has been featured in Rally Up and Helpful Living mental health magazines. Darius strives to dismantle stigmas and encourages people who struggle with mental health to never lose hope, find courage to seek help, and advocate for their own mental health recovery.

Dr. Jessye Talley is a professor of Industrial and Systems Engineering in the School of Engineering at Morgan State University where she leads the Risk, Optimization, Management, Evaluation (R.O.M.E) Lab. Upon completion of her PhD she co-founded Sisters Scholars to promote health and wellness during the doctorate and in academia. Her experiences in academia prompted her to begin coaching new early career faculty during the first three years on tenure track.

Dr. Chapman holds a Psy.D. in Clinical psychology from Carlos Albizu University. Dr. Chapman is a seasoned educator that has been teaching at various colleges and universities throughout the United States since 2010. Dr. Chapman has broad experience coaching multiple populations, including couples, veterans, team leaders, adolescents, athletes. He is a relationship expert with specialized training in Gottman Method, SYMBIS. He is a True Colors Facilitator and Wiley Everything DISC partner.

Dr. Glacia Ethridge is the owner of Anew Comfort, a life coaching business that helps individuals find a new comfort in their current circumstances to carry with them throughout their lives. Specific areas of focus for Anew Comfort include grief and loss, life balance, stress management, and self-care. She is also the owner of a counseling practice, S.T. Phelps & Associates, LLC, which focus focuses on mental health issues, such as depression, grief, and anxiety.

J.Lawrence was in a near fatal car accident at 5 months old that left him with post traumatic epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, developmental delays, a collapsed lung, paralysis on his left side, multiple skull fractures, years of therapy, medications and surgeries. Through his journey of self discovery, Jordan has tapped into his calling, pushing pass labels and diagnoses that threatened to limit his quality of life. He inspires others to leap over life’s hurdles.

Nydria L. Williams, known as the ReHope Coach, is a Trauma Empowerment Coach, dynamic speaker, and founder of Revitalized Hope and Healing. With a passion for helping high-achieving women overcome trauma and rejection, she empowers audiences to demand what they deserve and align with their God-given purpose. Through captivating storytelling and actionable insights, Nydria inspires women to heal, thrive, and build legacy wealth. Her mission is to transform lives and create pathways for healing.

Dr. Josiah Jackson’s authenticity as an educator for 32 years, an ordained minister, motivational and caregiver speaker, she empowers and encourages adults and youth to overcome life’s stresses. Her sincere passion for creating cohesiveness of people and community are seen through the pursuit of servant leadership and educational reform. As an experience writer and author, she published God Called Her Josiah, An Autobiography by Dr. Josiah Jackson and Come Get These Kids.

Dupree Foster is a speaker, coach, and trainer who has devoted over 20 years to coaching others in their most significant time of need as a first responder. Using his lifelong dream of becoming a police officer, his challenges growing up, and his experiences in public safety, Dupree empowers youth and young adults to overcome negative self-talk and limitations that keep them from turning their dreams into reality. Dupree values Love, Acceptance, Service, & Kindness.

Dr. Felix is a keynote speaker, licensed professional counselor, counseling professor, and ordained minister who strategizes with individuals and organizations to prioritize wellness and foster growth. With over two decades of experience as a mental health clinician, educator, and minister, Dr. Felix uniquely addresses wellness from an integrative perspective, bridging the gap between spirituality and mental health while challenging the stigma of mental illness in diverse communities.

Tami is a motivational speaker and public infulencer. Tami's mission is to motivate, energize, uplift, encourage, and inspire others 24 by 7.

Kevin M. Coleman is the Founder and CEO of KMC Empowerment, LLC where he provides executive coaching, empowering speeches, and professional development training to make individuals and organizations successful. Kevin has been leading training for Executives, Division Chiefs, Branch Chiefs, Managers, Supervisors, Team Leads, and Journeymen for over 35 years.