SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

From inspiring youth to empowering leaders, Dr. J’s mission is to help others find their place in STEM. After spending years at the bench, she decided to pivot her career to pursue her passion: Motivating and helping others to gain clarity and confidence as they navigate their STEM careers. Dr. J has an uncanny ability to connect with any audience through storytelling, compelling narratives. and practical guidance.

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.

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.

Heather 'Byrd' Roberts is an award-winning poet, creative catalyst, educator, and author of "Mahogany: A Love Letter To Black" with over 15 years of artistic bridge-building experience. Her business, Byrd's World, is dedicated to inspire and transform lives through creativity. Her work enriches experiences through storytelling and workshops. She helps aspiring writers get out of their heads, onto the page, so they can confidently reclaim their creative joy. Her favorite words are balloon and bubble.

Liletta Harlem is an accomplished speaker, author, and self-relationship advocate, With a strong foundation in nonprofit leadership, Liletta also leads My Natural Me, supporting women and families through targeted programs, and heads the Dementia Caregivers Support Program, advocating for caregivers across communities. Her mission is to build a resource-rich network that bridges professional aspirations with personal well-being.

Pamela Sharpe is a world-renowned Business & Life Coach, Educator, Transformational Speaker and Author. Prior to starting Pamela Sharpe Coaching & Consulting, LLC., she spent over 20 years in training development & facilitation. She has consulted at several non-profit organizations and has led an impressive career with the United States government as an Instructional Designer & Educator, designing and developing government mandated curriculum, online education and instructor-led courses, which are completed by over 65,000 people yearly.

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.

Few executives have walked a more improbable path to the boardrooms of some of America’s largest companies. Upon waking up in the backseat of a car some years ago to rise from homelessness and poverty, Clarence relied on the strength and faith instilled in him at an early age by his mother that all things are possible and that he could become whatever he chose. Clarence’s rocky path led him to be a courageous leader in life and within Fortune 500 companies.

As a corporate marketing manager, I confidently oversaw a $1B product portfolio and various project teams. Juggling life with my newborn twin boys proved MUCH harder.  Outmanned and overwhelmed, I carved a new path that included reimagining my life, tuning into my kids, and becoming a diligent student of child development.  Seventeen years later, I am a certified parenting strategist, guiding parents to rediscover the joy in their journey with my fresh approach to discipline, parent-child communication, and family connections.  As a speaker, podcaster, and 4x best-selling author, I’ve reached thousands teaching my strategies for building self-discipline, purpose, and resilience from the ground up.

Michael Wynn of Detroit is CEO of Coach "Win", LLC. As a Habit Success Strategist, International Speaker and Best-Selling Author, Michael uses his 30 plus years of experience in financial compliance, business management and personal training to support and give advice to individuals, entrepreneurs, organizations and corporations on how to optimize and become more effective by using a Habit Matrix.

Dr. Will is a Military Veteran turned entrepreneur. As the founder of several successful companies, he has traveled the world to impact, inspire and influence Leaders at all levels. As a Professional Speaker and Business Coach, Dr. Will has been named a Top 30 Speaker in the World and named Businessperson of the Year by community organizations five times. Most recently being named one of the Top 100 CEO’s in Arizona.

Katrice is a career coach and professional development expert with over 25 years of experience in corporate, government, and consulting settings. She specializes in empowering professionals to accelerate their career success, unlock their full potential, and increase their earning power. Katrice’s work focuses on leadership development, resilience, and career strategies. She has worked with major corporations like Amazon, Microsoft, and Starbucks, and she also supports clients through personalized career coaching.