it's a reality I live and breathe. I've carved a path leading to measurable leadership and career development opportunities for over 9,000 women in 23 countries, earning me recognition as a sought-after expert in women's leadership and international education.
My roles have spanned from educator and superintendent to collective impact executive director and leader on the Oklahoma State Board of Education, impacting over 700,000 students across my state. I've been recognized and awarded for my unwavering commitment to social justice, equity, and ensuring access for all children to thrive.
People rave about the way I capture a crowd – how I make them feel and, more importantly, move them into action. I'm not just a speaker; I'm a transformational speaker. My secret sauce? Vulnerability, authenticity, practical application, and a knack for showing people what is possible.
I specialize in building the confidence, clarity, and power of social impact leaders, entrepreneurs, women, and executive leaders to fast-track their influence and professional growth.
I earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship and Venture Management and a Bachelor of Arts in African and African American Studies from the University of Oklahoma; and received a Master's degree in Public Administration from the Maxwell School at Syracuse University. With this unique academic background combination, I leverage elements from each area in my teaching and leadership.
As an international speaker, I have addressed corporations, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, churches, accelerators, conferences, and more.
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Entrepreneurship
Personal Branding
Social Impact Leadership
Women's Leadership
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