SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

Dr. Jonas Gadson, DTM known as "Mr. Enthusiastic!" is an Expert Coach in Public Speaking and Effective Communication and coaches Executives, Professionals and Business Owners. He is a Corporate Trainer and trained 8,000 employees from 69 countries, an International Motivational Speaker, Eight-Time Amazon Best Selling Author and Radio/TV Personality. He worked 30 years for Xerox Corporation and Eastman Kodak Company. His Motto Is: "Since Greatness Is Possible Excellence Is Not Enough! Go for Greatness!"

DeShonda Monique Jennings is an author and Family Child Care Business Coach. She has over 20 years’ experience in childcare and 16 plus in entrepreneurship. She currently serves as an advocate and mentor for children as well as a mentor to women who wish to start a Home-based Childcare Business. Team building plays a role in everything she does. DeShonda is the epitome of what a mother, daughter, grandmother and woman of faith is.

I’m Fred Foreman, a life Coach that renews undervalued self-driven men by restoring their lost confidence. I’m a Public Speaker specializing in confidence restoration and I’m the CEO/Founder of the non-profit organization, One Blood Movement of Unity INC.

Valerie Yvette Peterson has been writing for over 35 years. Work includes the G.A.R.E. Annual Conference, four Anthologies: (L.A. Poet Society Press and Moonstone Press), latest book; GOD’S SEASONS, experimental film: THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOOD AND EVIL. She has worked with the Poetry Society of New York and Fertile Ground Festival of New Works. Her MUSICAL POEMS can be found on all streaming platforms; and the Numberz Radio 96.7FM.

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…

Committed to maximizing results Mariama S. Boney, LMSW, CAE, CPEC celebrates over 25 years as an award winning educational administrator, executive, facilitator, coach, trainer, and consultant for DEI, Leadership, and Wellbeing. She also serves as a host/moderator. Mariama guides individuals and organizations to safely move through transition to find shared purpose and create frameworks. She is the author of articles, book chapters, and 3 books, the latest of which is VENT: Our Resilience Is Enough.

Dr. J. Michelle Vann is an author, speaker, and advocate dedicated to empowering women through personal development and resilience-building. With a focus on breaking limiting cycles, she mentors women to cultivate self-confidence and leadership skills. Dr. Vann's work inspires audiences to embrace their full potential, navigate challenges resiliently, and lead impactful lives.

Dr. Helen, your Strengths Accelerator Strategist works with you to optimize your greatest potential to achieve more success, less stress, and deeper life fulfillment. Using an innovative, heart-centered approach to leverage your Strengths, manage weaknesses, and build resilience works. A certified and credentialed Strengths, Resilience, and Leadership Coach, utilizes an innovative, heart-centered approach proven to deliver results. This coach, trainer, speaker, conference presenter, show host and author’s team is ready to serve your needs.

Marcia Blane, LPC, CHt, CCTS, is a licensed mental health therapist who assists clients with identifying the origin of trauma, creating new narratives, and empowering themselves to live an authentic life. Marcia Blane is a Licensed Professional Counselor, author, motivational speaker, clinical hypnotherapist, life coach, and podcast host. Marcia is the owner of Peculiar One Counseling and Consultant, which is located in the heart of Jonesboro, GA.

Dr. Terriyln Rivers-Cannon a Savannah, GA. native, is a distinguished author, speaker, consultant, and school social worker. With over two decades of experience, she focuses on human trafficking, mental health, teen pregnancy trauma, and DEIJB. Her impactful speeches and podcast host role have earned her prestigious awards and media features. She's also the Founder of "Soar with K.A.T.I.E." and hosts "Dare To Soar with Dr. RC," impacting lives globally.

L. Denise Wells is an award-winning author and John C. Maxwell certified speaker with a storied career spanning over 25 years. Her experience traverses government, corporate, and creative spheres as a communications strategist, certified Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) advisor, thought partner and transformational leadership coach. Her passion for driving change and fostering growth has been recognized across various industries, solidifying her as a thought leader in the realm of individual and organization enhancement.

Glenda Lezeau simultaneously went on a mental wellness and self-love journey after having a mental breakdown that led to hospitalization. She wrote a book, Letters to My Bipolar Self that consists of 50 loving letters that she wrote to herself. These letters document the self-love she incorporated despite mental health challenges. Through her signature letter-writing activity, she guides others into writing similar letters based on their own challenges.