In the spirit of Juneteenth, we celebrate the extraordinary achievements of Black women who have carved out their own paths in the business world.
Through their determination and vision, these women have built thriving enterprises and created spaces that empower and uplift others. Meet six inspirational business owners who epitomize resilience, creativity, and leadership in their respective industries.
Jacquelyn Hadnot – CEO, Mallie Boushaye Essentials
“My motivation came from a desire to create a space for myself and other women in the perfume and body care industry.”
Mallie Boushaye Essentials is a full-service perfume, bath, and body care retailer and manufacturer. Our products are organic and vegan. Our goal is to provide quality products to start-ups and existing individuals in the lucrative billion-dollar body care industry. We provide assistance from conception to launch.
Vanessa Tyus – Founder, NSpiteOf Apparel
“The motivation came during COVID-19. To inspire, give hope, encourage, live, and have faith NSpiteOf life situations/circumstances.”
NSpiteOf, tells the unique story of being a Diamond in the Rough, going from Ashes to Beauty, Becoming Bold, Beautiful, and Blessed, and Allowing ourselves to Unleash our Boldness’. Affirming Ourselves with I AM, I AM Fearfully and Wonderfully Made! While inspiring globally …. All NSpiteOf!
Alretha Thomas – Actress, Author, Playwright, Director, Producer
“I wrote my first story in the fifth grade. My teacher gave the class a short story assignment. I was hooked.”
Alretha Thomas, currently a series regular on Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living, is also a playwright and the author of fifteen novels, including the popular Cass & Nick series that was acquired by Soul Mate Publishing in 2014. Additionally, she is the author of Four Ladies Only, the recipient of the 2014 Jessie Redmon Fauset Book Award for Fiction.
Kearn Cherry – CEO, PRN Home Care, and KKonnections
“I love creating events. It’s just easy. My home care business stems from my healthcare experience of 35 years.”
Kearn Crockett Cherry has owned PRN Home Care for almost 30 years and KKonnections. She is the creator of Power Up and Level Up Summit and co-founder of Success Women’s Conference. Mrs Cherry’s team creates events, anthologies, magazines, and more while
helping clients build new brands and increase their visibility. She’s been creating events for over twenty years. www.kearncherry.com
Dr. Neema Moore – CEO, Wellness Within, LLC
“I wanted to help women feel confident, healthy, and beautiful. I believe that true wellness and beauty start from within.”
My business helps women 40 and beyond be healthy and confident from the inside out through chiropractic care, functional medicine testing, weight loss, and everyone’s favorite luxury wellness retreats and experiences. As a result of working with me, women are able to reconnect with themselves and other like-minded women to create the lifestyle of their dreams. www.doctorneema.com
Shannon Martin – Owner, The GuudSeed Company, LLC
“I was motivated to open the business because of the need for self-care education in the community. Knowing how to heal yourself is Knowledge.”
The GuudSeed Company, a holistic salon and wellness center in Riverside, CA, specializes in hair restoration and natural hair care. Owned by a Nurse and Certified Holistic Trichologist, it combines medical expertise with natural treatments to promote healthy hair. The center provides personalized, holistic solutions for optimal hair health and wellness. www.Tgscinguudhands.com
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