Get ready to be inspired and empowered as the stage of the Los Angeles Black Expo becomes the vibrant platform for an extraordinary gathering of 12 exceptional panelists. These dynamic women, experts and entrepreneurs in both the realms of business and entertainment, are poised to set the stage ablaze with their wisdom, innovation, and sheer tenacity. Hosted by Courageous Woman Magazine, the prestigious panel discussions will take place on September 30th and October 1st, at 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., Live at the LA City College at 855 N. Vermont Ave. Guided by the indomitable spirit of Dr. Telishia Berry, Publisher and CEO of Courageous Woman Magazine and Editor-in-Chief, these black women luminaries are primed to light up the Expo with their unparalleled insights and experiences. Prepare to be inspired, educated, and motivated by the brilliance that is about to grace the stage.
Tisha Brenee’ is a Los Angeles based, conceptual fashion photographer. Tisha began her creative journey taking photos, shooting short films, and music videos at the age of 13. The passion for art drove her to attend The Los Angeles Film School, where she earned her degree in film directing.
To date, Tisha Brenee’ has worked with numerous celebrities like Neyo, Taraji P. Henson, Chris Brown, Wiz Khalifa, Sevyn Streeter, Sean Kingston & more. In 2022, Tisha became Ciara & Russell Wilson’s personal photographer. Traveling the world, capturing amazing moments for the Wilson family.
Tisha’s images have been published in worldwide publications such as Forbes, VIBE Magazine, Essence, People Magazine, Rollingout, The Hype Magazine, Who What Wear, Amazon billboards in Time Square NYC, and several others.
Trisha Mann-Grant is currently playing the role of “Dominique Le’Roe” on Carl Weber’s, BET TV series, THE FAMILY BUSINESS. Trisha started her own production company called TMGrant Enterprises which is an umbrella for business, tv, stage and film productions but also for TMGrant Publishing in which her book, AMAZING TESTIMONIES was published and is available on Amazon.
Trisha has not only starred in many theatrical and national touring plays, sitcoms, feature films, and tv series but she has also produced, written, and directed some, including her talk show which is designed mainly for men called MANN TALK. She co-executive produced her latest trending feature on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and other networks entitled, BECAUSE WE’RE DONE.
Look for Trisha in upcoming productions; A ROYAL CHRISTMAS SURPRISE on BET and the stage play, RAHAB, in Dallas Texas, November 18th. Please follow her on IG @TRISHAMANNGRANT621.
RENEE MCCLELLAN: Renee is a multiple award-winning writer, director and producer. A Chicago native, this EMMY winner began her career as a runway model then continued on to acting with elite theater groups in Chicago and Detroit. She eventually transitioned from stage to screen to act in such productions as Brewster’s Place, Seinfield, and Deep Impact. Renee began writing and producing various film and television projects. After relocating from Chicago to Los Angeles, she continued her education and graduated from Chapman University with a BFA in Film Production. She went on to receive an MFA in Screenwriting from The American Film Institute – (AFI). Her multiple award-winning film project, Pretty Boy, is currently enjoying a very successful festival run. With writing being her original passion, she is published in several anthologies and will soon publish her book of poetry, Lyrics of a Pandemic Soul. Under her company, Riteworks Productions, she has several scripts slated to produce, The Bracelet, Julian’s Journey, Dufflebag Baby, and Until Life Do Us Part.
Jeanette Abney is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She is also the owner of two outpatient counseling center The Center For The Treatment Of Addiction Inc and JA Precious Inc. She is the podcast host of Precious Predicaments Blog Talk Radio and a Motivational/Public Speaker. Jeanette Abney uses her experience and knowledge to encourage and provide resources to empower individuals with mental health concerns, drug and alcohol addictions, parenting and relational issues. She is knowledgeable in several subject matters. She also assist individuals from all walks of life. Her humor, patience, and ability to connect with others is priceless.
Gina Johnson Stelly is founder of SPMG Media, a global marketing and public relations firm. Gina oversees SPMG Media, serving as the Chief Operating Officer and senior editor of SPMG Media PEOPLE Magazine, Authors & Artists Magazine and Christian Community magazine, their online and print magazines. Additionally, Gina has authored several books – 100 Important Life Lessons for Everyone and Life Lessons for Youth..
SPMG Media is a boutique content marketing firm. With experience in a variety of industries, they utilize a unique blend of public relations and content marketing strategies to increase their clients brand and business awareness. SPMG Media has enjoyed a broad client base that spans across the board from entertainment, fashion, beauty, athletes, restaurants, corporations, health/fitness, medical professionals, music, modeling and more. International in scope, but personal in nature, SPMG Media is among the most innovative marketing companies operating in California today.
Dr. Diva Verdun, America’s #1 Fierce Factor Expert, is a licensed spiritual therapist and NLP-certified mindset coach with 35+ years of Conscious Awareness and Personal Development experience. As a Master Teacher, she empowers ambitious women to break free from fear and manifest purposeful, fulfilled lives. Featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, CNBC, and the NY Daily News, Dr. Diva is a captivating speaker and transformative mentor, sharing a holistic message of Oneness and Universal Law.
Her vlog, “Fierce Feminine Fridays,” inspires a global audience weekly. Dr. Diva is the Chief Evolutionary Officer of Fierce Impact Media | Feminine Intuitive Education & Transformation, and author of “The Code of F.I.R.E. – 7-Keys to Feminine Alchemical Power.” With a Ph.D. and dual Ministerial Ordinations in metaphysics, she leaves a fierce legacy of empowerment worldwide.
Dr. Michelle R. Hannah is a Personal and Business Relationship Coach and the owner of Mikel Life Coaching LLC. She is also the originator of The Self Vows retreat, program and author of The Self Vows: “Seven Vows That Will Change Your Life” Book and Workbook.
She has 100,000 hours in her industry, has helped 1200 couples stay together and thousands of individuals emotionally heal, connect deeper to Intimacy and live authentically. With that said, she is considered an expert in her field.
Michelle has made several appearances on TV, Radio, and Podcasts, and has collaborated with and been featured in many blogs. She has recently been featured in articles for CBS, FOX & NBC. She has recently been awarded #1 Relationship Coach of the Year by Yahoo Financial, best-selling author and received The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.
Freetown, Sierra Leone claims the birth home of Elizabeth Sia-Sia Yaba but onscreen known as Sia-Sia. With the sponsorship of James Meredith, the first black man to attend a non-black school, the University of Mississippi, the young Kono native immigrated to the U.S. It’s in Cincinnati, Ohio where she discovered her desire to tell the truth about Africa thanks to Judy Meredith. Six months after her arrival, she was LA bound where she would later introduce herself for the first time as Sia-Sia on her new show, Chesima Series, now known as Yaba TV. That was Christmas Day 1992. Since then, she has interviewed African presidents, city officials, musicians, and black businessmen and women. Today you can catch her ‘bridging the cultural divide’ on 94.7 The Wave Radio on Sunday at 6:30 a.m. and on Channel 9 (KCAL Los Angeles) on Sunday at 4 p.m., as she presents Yaba TV & Radio Shows.
Dr. Cozette M. White® is an acclaimed 7x bestselling author, nationally recognized business strategist, speaker, real estate investor, and philanthropist. Serving clients for over 20 years, Dr. White has been coined “Your Financial Physician” as a result of her unparalleled ability to empower her clients to ditch debt and develop a plan to create the kind of wealth that leaves a secure financial legacy. Dr. White is the award-winning CEO of My Financial Home Enterprises®, a certified womanowned firm providing tax, accounting, and business management services. In 2019, Dr. White founded The Tax Curative Institute® to empower and support tax professionals. The institution is an IRS-approved continuing education (CE) provider for Enrolled Agents, Credentialed Tax Preparers, and Non-Credentialed Tax Preparers delivering high-quality educational courses coupled with a powerful easy-to-use learning platform. Dr. White is an advocate for Financial Literacy working closely with the superintendent, principals, and teachers. Her program, Infinity Wealth Circles, which was featured in Black Enterprise Magazine, impacts K-12th grade students in various school districts. Dr. White is a resident of Money Matter’s Expert for FOX Television
Shaneen Bonner is the owner and CEO of Decree Records, a Christian record label that enhances the career of gospel and Christian artists. She’s also the owner of Decree Radio, Decree Film Entertainment, and Decree Magazine. Shaneen Bonner authored two books called “ Bleeding Within” and “Expelled” that have expanded its reach to the continent of Africa. Decree Records was founded and established in 2021 Decree Records is designed to create an artist-friendly atmosphere as we push the creativity of each artist. Decree Records offers artist development, music consultation, and music distribution for our artists. Decree Records artists hit the Media Base ( Billboard) charting in the top ten on several Media Base ( billboard) radio stations. Decree Radio is a Christian /Gospel radio station that was birthed from Decree Records. Decree Radio’s motto is We’re the station that plays the jams. Shaneen Bonner is a screenwriter with her up-and-coming feature film “ Homeless to Hollywood. She also received her first Laurel Creator from FilmFreeway “ Hollywood Rising Star Film Festival.
Zhe Scott: MIT Alum, CEO of The SEO Queen, and the Queen Mother of the Quantum SEO Method is excited to empower business owners to get their share of the 2 Trillion searches Hawking on Google alone.
Zhe L. Scott, stands as a prominent entrepreneur. Her mastery of digital marketing has resulted in a remarkable $250 million in client revenue. Zhe’s outstanding accomplishments have positioned her as a scholar in the prestigious Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Initiative. Recognized as a recipient of the MIT Albert G Hill Prize, Zhe is devoted to enhancing the lives of minorities and promoting inclusivity. Her dedication to empowering others is evident in her upcoming role as the host of the 5th Annual Reach More Clients Power Conference on July 27, 2024, in San Diego, California. This event promises to equip attendees with the essential tools for business success. Zhe Scott’s unwavering drive, profound expertise, and commitment to excellence have solidified her as a true luminary in the realms of technology and business.
Terolyn Phinsee: CEO and Founder of Zip & Go Assist, a Microsoft Channel Partner. Zip & Go Assist provides affordable technical training to individuals that are seeking to enter the workforce, make a career change, start a new business, and/or want to boost their technical and business skills for career advancement. Her company provides fundamental computer training, project management training, software training, virtual assistant training, digital & social media marketing support/training, business fundamentals training, non-profit fiscal management support, LinkedIn training, and workplace readiness training.
As a Microsoft Channel partner, Terolyn works directly with other Microsoft partners to implement and onboard Microsoft software and cloud solutions for small to medium size businesses. Zip & Go Assist provides guidance on starting a business, including operations, annual federal/state filing requirements, business plans, mission statements, charter, bylaws, articles of incorporation, vision statements, market research, value proposition, and more. Terolyn’s passion is collaboration through cohorts with such organizations as WIT (Women in Technology), Microsoft, and Linc Housing to provide digital literacy to women and men of color in under-served communities. IG zipandgoassist1 www.zipandgoassist.com
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