SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

Dr. Pilgrim has over 20 years of experience working in schools, community based agencies and private practice. She received her doctorate in psychology from Fordham University. Her specialties are Mood disorders, Trauma, ADHD and Learning Disabilities.

Nyemade is an award-winning speaker, writer and digital content strategist. As a plus-size, female, African immigrant who grew up in conservative upstate New York she’s passionate about using her voice help bridge the gap between various groups of people. She strives to use her talent for communication to raise awareness about various social issues and encourage individuals to see things from the perspective of others.

As a native of Terrell, Texas, I am a Baylor University Graduate of History and former 6 year NFL player (Carolina Panthers/Dallas Cowboys). I’ve always been passionate about biblical storytelling and impressed by the influence it has on people and the decisions they make in life.

Kenny Jones —THEE Comeback Kid, CEO and Founder of KJ Speaks Easy! expert at guiding people back to their resilient roots without shame so that they stand firm in their powerful harvest. Author of the Amazon international Best Selling book, “Comeback Season; the Untapped Art of Mastering Your Resilience”, Kenny empowers business owners and dreamers to embrace their personal stories as the core of their success.

Mel B. Cook has been dominating in life and business since she was 16 years old. At an early age, she understood the importance of self-discipline, hard work, and consistency. Mel has served in leadership, managerial, and other influential roles for several Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and health systems.

With over ten years of experience, Ayisha Thompson, founder of Envision Creative A.R.T (ECA), has helped businesses discover and develop innovative brand identities. Beginning her career in the Fashion Industry as a Marketing Associate for a luxury fashion designer on NY’s famous Fashion Ave, Ayisha, a quick learner who thrived for challenges, became the firm’s youngest executive at age 22, obtaining the title of Chief Marketing Executive officer.

Malaika Simmons, co-author of best selling The Success Blueprint with Brian Tracy, author of upcoming Momentology: Stop Waiting, and Start Winning, the companion eBook, Through the Looking Glass: See Yourself in the Moment, the children’s chapter series “Shiloh B!” (with her 8 year old daughter) and creator of The Momentology Method®, used to be very busy. Then she discovered that when you add a little brilliance to your busy, you get balance. Manage life in moments.

Dr. Tonia Renee Lee’s journey into public speaking started in her ninth grade speech class. Tonia entered the Lawton, Oklahoma Optimist International Zone Oratorical Contest and placed fifth (last). Undeterred, her next strategy was convincing her parents to hire a speech coach so she could improve. Tonia began taking private speech lessons with a coach, and the next year won 1st place.

Clients and audiences alike sing praises for Dr. Coleman’s skills and ability to insightfully empower high-achieving women who are stuck were life has somehow broken there hearts. To heal and possess their dreams goals purpose and aspirations. As an influencer Dr. Coleman shares practical action steps to balance faith, business and beauty in the marketplace.

Fabiola Paul is a therapist, speaker, and coach from New Jersey whose aim is to help people live emotionally healthy lives. Fabiola uses her faith, knowledge, and passion to educate people regarding the impact of mental health, stress, and self-care so they can make choices to live their best lives.

Garry O'Neal, Jr. is a Professional Life & Business Coach, Motivational Speaker, and entrepreneur. Garry highlights his expertise in the areas of: • Business development • Stress/Anger/Time management • Releasing fear • Being happy • Relationship Coaching • Leadership Coaching

Business and young adult speaker Kali Richardson has engaged audiences across the United States. He is able to customize engagements around the following topics: Leadership in the Workplace, Manhood, Modern Day Issues for Young Men and Women, and Fraternity and Sorority Greek Life.