SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

Alberta Thomas, a dynamic 32-year-old from South Carolina, wears many hats: CEO of Corporate Classy Podcast, Co-Owner of Mo Movements, Regional Director at TCC, Corporate Trainer, and Mentor. Passionate about empowering women, she leverages her own life experiences to offer guidance and support. Alberta believes in the power of mindset and determination to overcome challenges and achieve success. Through her platforms, she inspires women to embrace self-discovery, growth, and empowerment, fostering a community of greatness.

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.

“The Passionpreneur” Ryan C. Greene. #1 Impact Leadership Trainer & Visual Media Creator. I teach leaders how to master, magnify & monetize your unique dopeness by being unapologetically great at being YOU! Speaking topics: Impact Leadership, Personal/Professional Development, Content Creation.

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.

Dashana Jefferies, an AI Consultant and Project Management expert with over 20 years of experience, specializes in integrating AI for business and educational efficiency. Completing her psychology degrees in record time using AI tools, she now helps businesses streamline workflows and promotes mental health through her app, available on Google Play and the Apple Store. Dashana's work empowers individuals and organizations to embrace AI for productivity and well-being.

Shawniel Chamanlal is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, author, and founder of Healing Springs Wellness Center, dedicated to creating safe, culturally affirming spaces for healing. A sought-after speaker and executive coach, she empowers women leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs to align with purpose, master their mindset, and lead with fulfillment. With over a decade of expertise in mental health, business leadership, and holistic wellness, Shawniel inspires audiences to embrace abundance in both life and leadership.

I specialize in coaching black military veterans on concrete steps to alleviate stress and anxiety around their transition from military life to civilian life. I created a framework called Strategic Energetic TransitionTM to help veterans identify their biggest pain points, analyze their energetic self-perception, and make a command decision. My coaching practice involves training, workshops, and online courses on how to analyze complex, stressful situations, and develop innovative solutions for the veterans’ personal and professional lives.

Janine “JJ” Conway was the first African American physicist in the Air Force, where she served for over 23 years. After returning from a 6-month military trip to discover her house sold, divorce papers, and over $845,000 debt to her name, JJ hustled hard to increase cashflow and build a life for her and her son. JJ now teaches others the same personal growth and financial management skills that allowed her to dump that debt and begin building wealth.

Dr. Carolyn Brooks-Collins is an international speaker and author, business consultant and coach. She is the CEO of M. Carolyn-Brooks Collins, LLC, a multi-dimensional coaching, and consulting firm. She is passionate about helping women discover and walk in their purpose. She brings over 45 years of management experience in accounting, leadership, and risk management, and holds a B.A. in Accounting, an MBA in Project Management, and is a CPA and CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner).

Shae takes pride in the evolution of what it means to be a Black Woman. Represented by a multitude of female archetypes, there is no one size fits all and it brings me joy to create a platform that showcases the spectrum of Black Girl Magic and Black Female Sexuality.

Omari’s speaking style is conversational and inspiring, imparting knowledge and perspective from working with Fortune 500 companies. Omari has led culture change and leadership development for new managers and senior executives. From panels to keynotes to workshop, Omari is who you need

Calvin Gibbs Jr. is a sought-after Consultant, Motivational Speaker, and Certified Virtual Presenter known for dynamic keynote speeches and transformative workshops. With expertise in leadership training, personal growth, and creative storytelling, Calvin captivates audiences both in-person and online. As a seasoned Toastmasters trainer and award-winning speaker, he has inspired at conferences, leadership events, and corporate seminars. His theater background ensures every presentation is engaging, energetic, and memorable for diverse audiences.