Dr. Nicole Thomas
Founder/Healthcare Leader
Nurse Power Network
After experiencing subpar healthcare outcomes as a child from encounters with the healthcare system, Dr. Nicole Thomas made it her life’s mission to utilize her clinical knowledge and expertise to positively impact the lives of all receipts of the healthcare system.
Dr. Thomas is the founder and principal consultant of Impact Nurse Consulting, a healthcare consulting firm, founded in 2015 that provides innovative and quality-based solutions that lead to high-quality patient health outcomes for healthcare organizations globally.
She has led in her roles as a nurse-leader, associate director, and educator for various fortune 500 companies in the area of medical & clinical operations. In addition, Dr. Thomas led a fortune 7 managed care organization in developing, implementing, and evaluating clinical programs during the transition of Louisiana Medicaid to a managed care system which resulted in a 87% increase in patient health outcomes & an annual $3.2 cost-savings. During her tenure as the associate director for medical & clinical operations, Dr. Thomas consistently maintained a 98% success rate on her ability to lead a successful team of healthcare professionals in the areas of productivity, education, motivation, and empowerment which has afforded her the opportunity to be the recipient of the Super Hero award, a prestigious award in which over 1,500 were nominated but only 125 were selected.
She is also the author of the best-selling book “In Health On Purpose: Awakening Your True Calling In The Healthcare Profession” which was #6 in the professional development category on Amazon. Dr. Thomas has been featured in national publications such as Black Enterprise, Rolling Out, & Scrubs Magazine. She is also the co-founder of the #1 nursing development platform, The Nurse Power Network, that helps nurses find, operate, & dominate in their nurse power which has helped over 20,000 nurses and counting. Learn more at NicoleThomasINC.com,Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
http://www.nicolethomasinc.com
About Dr. Nicole Thomas
Follow Dr. Nicole Thomas
Founder/Healthcare Leader
Nurse Power Network
Quiana Lynell
Recording Artist
Lynell Music
SHORT FORM
Singer and songwriter Quiana Lynell approaches music with a rare combination of grace and grit. The multi-faceted talent, who works in a variety of genres, is a limitless masterclass personified. Her love for music carries over into all interactions of her life – from singing in clubs or performing huge showcases – to teaching collegiate courses and having a little bit fun of fun on TikTok.
Quiana frequents the stage as a clinician, performer, arranger, bandleader, and songwriter. She has performed with Nicolas Payton, Tank and the Bangas, Patti Austin, Ledisi, Herbie Hancock, Jon Batiste, and countless other contemporary music luminaries. She’s graced stages such as Lincoln Center Dizzy’s, The Kennedy Center, Marian’s Jazz Room, Carnegie Hall, and Playboy Jazz Festival. Quaina is the 2017 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition Award recipient. Her first full-length album, A Little Love, produced by the renowned Brian Michel Bacchus, was released in 2019. Proving growth is evident when you are a rare talent, Quiana continues to add on accolades. She is a Recording Academy Governor for the Memphis Chapter. She’s received the keys to the city from three Louisiana cities – Donaldsonville, Gonzales, and Baton Rouge – and she was the 2022 recipient of the Baton Rouge Legacy Award. Excitedly Lynell is preparing the next full length album release Feels Like Home with the acclaimed track Baton Rouge fall 2023.
http://www.quianalynell.com
About Quiana Lynell
Follow Quiana Lynell
Recording Artist
Lynell Music
Kendra Novak
Real Estate Broker & Owner
Novak Realty, LLC
Kendra Novak is an experienced and Licensed Louisiana Real Estate Broker, a Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR), a Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB), and a Certified Pre-Licensing Real Estate Instructor. She is the founder of Novak Realty, LLC, a Real Estate Company responsible for hiring and training real estate professionals and overseeing real estate transactions. Kendra is a REALTOR, Broker, Entrepreneur, Real Estate Instructor, and was a Home Sales Counselor, Adjunct Faculty Instructor, and consultant for a Fortune 500 client where she was involved in customizing, coordinating, and delivering co-employment and risk mitigation presentations and training. She is the author and publisher of "Transform Your Life In One Short Year.” Kendra is the 2023 President of the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS. A holder of a bachelor’s degree in Management with a major in HR Management and a Minor in Entrepreneurship from Louisiana State University, (Cum Laude) and she has a Master's degree from Penn State University. She is also in the Top 100 People in Real Estate Magazine.
http://www.novakrealtyllc.com
About Kendra Novak
Follow Kendra Novak
Real Estate Broker & Owner
Novak Realty, LLC
Shemika Mayfield
Realtor | Investor
Your Dream Home Connect
Shemika Mayfield is a Baton Rouge native and successful business owner who is passionate about connecting people to their dreams while prioritizing a stress free experience.
Shemika is a proud wife to Floyd Mayfield and mother of two (Kameron & Karsyn). She graduated from Southern University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and began her professional career as a customer-focused Sales and Marketing professional. Over the past 9 years, she has expanded her expertise exhibiting a level of professionalism that puts her among the top producers in real estate. Shemika takes pride in and is committed to effectively representing the best interest of her clients while educating them throughout their process. Reviews from her clients highlight honesty, integrity, and an unparalleled work ethic as values she displays in all areas of business and life. She has a heart of gold and never meets a stranger, making her a master at developing relationships with clients as well as members of the business community.
http://www.yourdreamhomeconnect.com
About Shemika Mayfield
Follow Shemika Mayfield
Realtor | Investor
Your Dream Home Connect
Brittany Nguyen
Certified Esthetician | Owner
Naked Wax Bar
Making beauty more than skin deep! I’m Brittany Nguyen, owner of NAKED Wax Bar | Spa | Bath House 6 years and counting! Fueling transformation through body care and spreading inspiration through self care is what I’m dedicated to doing. Helping our clients find serenity, balance and beauty in their lives is my driving force to running a spa. Come join us on a journey of self discovery!
http://www.nakedwaxbar.com
About Brittany Nguyen
Follow Brittany Nguyen
Certified Esthetician | Owner
Naked Wax Bar
Keronsia Harold
Pro Makeup Artist| Influencer
Amour Faces Studios
Keronsia Harold is a Professional Self-taught Makeup Artist, Entrepreneur & Beauty Influencer.
Keronsia is the owner of Amour Faces Studios based here in the Baton Rouge area. Her love for art begin very early on as well as Entrepreneurship which soon followed. She’s always loved all things beauty, business and simply the art of creating. She has been providing professional makeup services since 2015 and absolutely loves enhancing the beauty and spirit of so many different women.
She is a full time makeup artist that provides makeup services for any event or special occasion.
Keronsia is also a beauty influencer who’s passion for makeup runs deep. She loves suggesting and educating her audience on amazing beauty products and pushing the boundaries of inclusivity in her field.
About Keronsia Harold
Follow Keronsia Harold
Pro Makeup Artist| Influencer
Amour Faces Studios
Denage Piper
Commercial Relationship Manager III
Citizens Bank & Trust
Denage Piper is a Commercial Relationship Manager for Citizens bank and Trust with 17 years of business and consumer banking experience. She has dedicated herself to the vital role of informing and implementing financial literacy and progression. She is a graduate of Southern University A&M college. She is the 1st Vice President of Programs for the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc., Metropolitan Baton Rouge Chapter, serves on the Friends of LPB board as well as other board and advisory positions.
As a champion of integrity and hard work, she aspires to instill an authentic sense of pride and nobility within the culture. Her purpose encompasses the core values of community, humility and awareness in which will instill a lifelong legacy that will exceed expectations and significantly sustain. Fueled by a passion for excellence, she adamantly strives to curate the highest version of herself – which in return will empower generations to follow.
About Denage Piper
Follow Denage Piper
Commercial Relationship Manager III
Citizens Bank & Trust
Ebony McCallister
Owner | Momager
Posh Pop Gourmet Popcorn
With 15 years of Wedding Planning, Contracting, Marketing and Sales Experience this mother of 3 has traded her passion for events for her burning desire to provide generational wealth with her children in tow. In just 2 years she has built and branded one of the fastest growing Gourmet Popcorn Businesses in the Region, PoshPOP Gourmet Popcorn.
www.poshpop.shop
About Ebony McCallister
Follow Ebony McCallister
Owner | Momager
Posh Pop Gourmet Popcorn
Ada Michelle Bell
Director| Entrepreneur| Idea Innovator| Trainer
Louisiana Small Business Development Center at Southern University A&M
ADA WOMACK-BELL
Ada Womack-Bell, MBA, is a Louisiana native and the Director of the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at Southern University and A&M College. She is a business leader, with 17 years of experience in assisting small businesses and supplying thorough support to senior executives within the for-profit and nonprofit business arena; as well, as experience in leadership and strategic planning in building an entrepreneurial ecosystem for small businesses.
Ada’s innovative leadership has led top-tier teams with awards for service excellence and innovation for small business development. She is esteemed as a proficient business consultant and training developer, and for her acumen in executing training programs geared to stimulate regional economic growth and small business development. She has received many awards and recognition for her work. She has aided many small businesses with consulting, developing startups, and generating and capturing millions in capital infusion for their businesses.
Ada serves her community as a member of the Louisiana Workforce Investment Council and founder of IMPOWER SMART and is active in ministry. She and her husband, Gerard Bell are also successful entrepreneurs. She is an Edward Lowe Foundation and Kauffman Fastrac Facilitator, and a Christian Counselor. Her well-honed specializations are Strategic Partnerships & Planning Facilitation, Program Development and Team Building to name a few. She believes in being a resource, connecter and giving back to her community as a business builder!
https://www.louisianasbdc.org
About Ada Michelle Bell
Follow Ada Michelle Bell
Director| Entrepreneur| Idea Innovator| Trainer
Louisiana Small Business Development Center at Southern University A&M
Sasha Matthews
Professional Photographer | Owner
Green Tangerine Photography
California born, southeast Louisiana newborn and Family portrait photographer.
https://www.greentangerinephotography.com
About Sasha Matthews
Follow Sasha Matthews
Professional Photographer | Owner
Green Tangerine Photography
Sherin Dawud & Raina Vallot
Founders
Power Pump Girls, Inc.
Power Pump girls, Inc.(PPG) is a social impact club whose mission is to empower women to connect and serve. PPG was founded in 2017 with the belief that women are better together, placing focus on creating intentional gatherings for women to build relationships based on community, advocacy, and service. PPG founders, Sherin Dawud and Raina Vallot, sought to address a need in their community. The need was to provide a safe space for women to come together and create something bigger than themselves.
In 2019, PPG launched “secured.”, a period equity program, aimed at eradicating the stigma of menstruation and improving quality of life during menstruation. As part of the secured. program, PPG hosts fundraisers and product drives to collect menstrual products and partners with local schools, nonprofits, and grassroots organizations to distribute the products and identify other needs of the community. The program has been hosted over 150 educational hours, and processed more than 50,000 product donations benefiting hundreds of women across the state of Louisiana. In 2020, PPG was able to participate in advocacy efforts to eliminate the Louisiana "Pink Tax" and designating the state's "Period Poverty Awareness Week" in 2022.
http://www.powerpumpgirls.org
About Sherin Dawud & Raina Vallot
Follow Sherin Dawud & Raina Vallot
Founders
Power Pump Girls, Inc.
LaTangela Fay Sherman
CEO 430Status/Entertainer/Writer/ Production Director/On-Air Talent Cumulus Media
430 Status
LaTangela Fay is a vessel of entertainment. She began singing publicly at the age of three and has shared her love of music through the gift of song ever since. She has worked on her craft as a singer/songwriter and has competed nationally on shows such as Apollo Kids, Showtime At The Apollo, Chevy/Essence “Voice of Tomorrow”, and has released several independent projects.
LaTangela also began her career as an On-Air Personality for WEMX-fm, the #1 Hip-Hop and R&B station in her hometown of Baton Rouge, La. where she is still dominating the airwaves in the mid-days and serves as the Production Director for the cluster for the past 25 years. She has also been #1 in converted leads to sales within the companies 90 markets within the second largest broadcast company in the U.S. assisting new clients to enter the world of marketing by consulting and customizing packages to help them meet their marketing goals.
LaTangela’s love for the stage has stemmed to theatre, film, hosting The Louisiana Film Channel and The LaTangela Show featured throughout the state.
She has self-published six books and hosts a weekly podcast highlighting culture, business and community empowerment.
She was awarded La. Broadcaster Association’s Podcast of the Year for The LaTangela Show Podcast.
LaTangela is a believer of using her platforms to make a difference for the better.
LaTangela has been recognized as:
Women In Media’s Personality of the Year
Ambassador of the Year by the American Heart/Stroke Association
City Year’s Top Recruiter
Founder of P.O.O.F. Power Over Obstacles Forever
www.LaTangela.com
About LaTangela Fay Sherman
Follow LaTangela Fay Sherman
CEO 430Status/Entertainer/Writer/ Production Director/On-Air Talent Cumulus Media
430 Status
