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Letisha McFarlane Hadley: Creating Space for Empowered Birth Founder, Yes Doula 📍 United States | LinkedIn Letisha McFarlane Hadley is redefining the experience of birth—one empowered family at a time. A homeschooling mother of three, Letisha is an actress, model, and the founder of Yes Doula , a hybrid virtual and in-person practice that supports mothers-to-be and their partners through informed, connected, and joyful birthing experiences. Her mission was born from a pivota

Layla Anderson: Owning her mission and walking boldly in purpose. Founder, People Partner Solutions; GOLDN Link Inc. 📍 United States | LinkedIn Layla Anderson embodies what it means to own her mission and walk boldly in her purpose. As the visionary force behind People Partner Solutions and GOLDN Link Inc., she is deeply committed to empowering women of color and shaping future leaders who guide their teams with clarity, intention, and humanity. Her work is rooted in the bel

UNSTOPPABLE WOMEN 2025 The road to becoming a lawyer is as demanding as it is transformative. It begins with long nights of study that rely more on determination than rest. It moves through exams that stretch every part of you and it crescendos with the Bar, the gateway to the profession and the title of Esquire. From there, it extends into practice, long hours, client needs, and the responsibility of standing as an advocate for others. For Black women who are also mothers, t

Nailah Queen: Turning Pain into Purpose and Legacy Founder, Its Nailah_The Brand 📍 United States | LinkedIn Nailah Queen walks in her purpose with a clarity shaped by everything she has survived. As the co-founder of Melanin and Mentorship, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Black women entrepreneurs, she is creating pathways that did not exist for her. The mission is simple and bold: expand access, expand opportunity, and expand belief. Training, resources, and community a

Cassandra Hill: Defying the Odds and Elevating Every Voice 📍 United States | LinkedIn When Cassandra Hill was diagnosed with systemic lupus after years of misdiagnosis, her health had already begun to deteriorate. But instead of giving in to discouragement, she turned inward—fueled by a desire to heal and to help others do the same. Through deep study of alternative medicine, she developed a personal wellness regimen that sparked her remission. That journey became her missio

Allana Southerland: Beating the Odds, Building the Stage Founder, Party in a Box Band 📍 United States | LinkedIn In an industry often led by men, Allana Southerland has carved out her own space and filled it with purpose. As the founder of Party in a Box Band, she not only excels in music and performance, but channels that momentum into real impact for underserved youth. Her efforts have reached more than 500 children, proving that leadership rooted in service can create las

Kelsey Taylor: Rooted in Resilience, Growing in Faith Founder, Taylored Events Co.📍 United States | LinkedIn Kelsey Taylor knows the strength it takes to remain grounded when everything feels uncertain. Whether facing personal transitions or professional challenges, she credits her faith, confidence, and inner resolve as the forces that carry her forward. “There have been countless times in my career and life where things didn’t go as I planned,” she says. “But remaining ste

When Tianna Joseph entered the cannabis industry in 2014, most of the world hadn’t yet caught up to the cultural shift she already saw coming. What others dismissed or disapproved of, Tianna recognized as powerful. Cannabis wasn’t just a product—it was a point of connection, healing, and transformation. “I’ve connected with some of my closest friends and family through smoke sessions,” she reflects. “I’ve found solace in consuming throughout different moods and various points

Heleana Coleman: Rising with Purpose and Power Founder, Empowerment Edge Coaching and Consulting LLC 📍 United States | LinkedIN Heleana Coleman knows what it means to rise from rock bottom. After the devastating loss of her son and the unraveling of a relationship she had poured everything into, she found herself physically and emotionally depleted. “It wasn’t just emotional pain; it was physical,” she says. “My body shut down. My mind was foggy. I couldn’t figure out how to

Zainab Adewunmi Aderinwale: Rewriting the Narrative with Faith and Resolve Founder, Eartco Counseling and Consulting Limited 📍 Nigeria | LinkedIn Zainab Aderinwale is proof that a difficult beginning doesn't define your future. While living with her grandmother, she woke at 4 a.m. each day to clean her shop, collect bread and eko, and head to school. She often arrived late, tired, and hungry—and most nights, she didn’t sleep until after midnight. By Basic 6, she still could

Tosin Arowojolu: Building Boldly in Every Season Founder, Leadership Excel Consultancy 📍 Bahrain | LinkedIn Tosin Arowojolu is a builder—in every sense of the word. From managing multimillion-dollar construction projects in the U.S. as a Black woman in a male-dominated field, to uniting women across 40+ nationalities in the Middle East, she has consistently stepped into spaces where she didn’t “fit the mold” and transformed them through vision, courage, and clarity. As Presi

Inside Sacha Stewart’s Fashion Sanctuary for the Bold, the Rare, and the Ready Tucked away in a private Atlanta warehouse humming with color, creativity, and curated excellence, there’s a space unlike any other. Rich textiles cascade from sculptural forms like art in motion. The scent of suede, leather, and intention lingers in the air. And throughout the space, rare finds rest in quiet confidence—each one chosen not only for its beauty, but for the boldness it invites. ​ Thi

UNSTOPPABLE WOMEN 2025 In Harlem, where the streets hum with history and creativity, there is one night each year when the city’s pulse beats in sync with the power of words. On Saturday, October 4, 2025, the  African American Literary Awards Show  (AALAS) will once again transform this storied neighborhood into a sanctuary for storytellers—an evening of pride, legacy, and celebration. At its heart stands Yvette Hayward. Founder. Visionary. Cultural curator. An unstoppable wo

When we think of bold leadership in the Bible, names like Moses or David often come to mind. However, tucked quietly into the book of Judges is the remarkable story of a woman named Deborah—a prophet, judge, and leader appointed by God during a time of chaos. Deborah: A Leader in Dark Times Deborah led Israel during a dark and desperate season. The nation had turned away from God and, as a result, suffered under the oppression of a cruel Canaanite king named Jabin and his mil

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"I am purpose-driven. I want to live my mission. But sometimes I am stopped — by fear, by doubt, by distractions, by the swirl of life. I...