SPEAKERS DIRECTORY

I am April P. Bond, and I dabbled in the fast life and was labeled a felon. While wearing the label of “EX CON” I created a multi figure real estate company, A New Way Home, LLC! I am speaking out on embracing labels and using them as an opportunity, and an advantage to propel you to success!

Karwanna D. is a Government Contracts Strategist, based in San Francisco, CA. This 20+ year business vet has successfully built 2 lucrative small businesses and now teaches women and minority small business owners how to grow their business with massive government contracts just like the movie War Dogs. Over the past few years Karwanna has helped thousands of small business owners generate millions of dollars in combined revenues with a simple 3 Step System.

Angela Hooper-Menifield, MPA, SPHR, SHRM - SCP is an Executive Director with the John Maxwell Team; Certified Teacher, Keynote/Motivational Speaker, Success Coach; Certified Level II DISC Behavioral Consultant; Founder of the B.E.S.T Supervisor Academy & Symposium Membership Program; & Owner of Menifield & Associates, LLC where the premise of Leadership at Every Level for Every Sector.

Dr. Hendrix is a native of Greensboro, NC. Dr. Hendrix earned her B.S. from NC A&T State University in 1995; she earned her M. Div. from Hood Theological Seminary in 2003; and earned D. Min from Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC) in Atlanta, GA 2011. Dr. Hendrix is a well-sought preacher. Dr. Hendrix released her first book in 2019 entitled, Open Letter to the Black Church, "Reclaiming Our Time."

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.

Coach L.C. Smith is broadly known for the lives he has impacted in his community. His commitment to submitting to his purpose has earned recognition in many ways for the work he has accomplished through the undeniable passion he displays. He has made it his life's mission to address personal, business, and community challenges. He approaches this work in many ways with intentions to encourage others to achieve their goals and live full lives.

Anita Russell is a change cutivator dedicated to inspiring women to be seen and heard. She is a certified life coach, speaker and 3x bestselling author. She works with business professionals, solopreneurs, and authors so they move forward in nurturing, growing and empowering their lives. Her core business, The Place to SOAR, is a social enterprise dedicated to cultivating change through daily growth and personal development for the purpose of unleashing human potential.

Inspirational speaker, minister, visioneer, and administrative professional for over two decades Garry Ratliff Jr has been at the helm of encouraging people through tough moments in their life, career or spiritual journey.

LaTwanya Tabron is a dynamic motivational speaker, visionary, and thought leader, who is passionate about lifting others up and motivating them to live their best lives. She is dedicated to promoting individual wellness and empowerment through facilitating vision and empowerment sessions for groups, couples, individuals, and businesses.

Nedra Martin is a speaker, author, mindset mentor and vision board strategist who teaches midlife women how to manifest their best life and the love they deserve.

Yolanda M. Smith is an inspirational speaker, author, and coach with expertise in personal branding and career development. With 15+ years of public speaking and a passion for empowering others, she founded Branding 4 Success, LLC. She is a certified brand analyst, helping corporate professionals and entrepreneurs achieve visibility, financial freedom and success through career advancement and business growth. Yolanda delivers personal branding keynote speeches and master class workshops to corporate, academic, and professional organizations.

Media Tech Entrepreneur, Crystal I. Berger created an on-demand platform to discover, vet, and book subject matter experts for local, national, online and even podcast platforms. She's also tackling DEI challenges that conferences, corporate events, and communities face when seeking diverse talent for content offerings.