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Carolyn Wilson is The Fearless Magnified Educator. A Wellness Expert featured on many local, national and global media outlets. She has graced both physical and virtual stages with powerhouses such as Les Brown, Lisa Nichols, Dr. Cheryl Wood, Forbes Riley & Brooke Burke. Carolyn is a survivor of Sexual Child Abuse and Domestic Violence turned advocate who intentionally created a transformative healing journey to create her new life’s narrative. Her soul mission is to educate, empower & inspire women globally on how to tell her story, overcome fear, become resilient, break barriers and heal to live life fearlessly (especially after past trauma & abuse). She helps them to own their power by aligning total mind, body & soul for their divine life's purpose. Carolyn is the CEO of MYE Institute, Magnify Your Essence, Celebrating YOU Women’s Conference & Expo, Beacon’s Light Retreat, Author of Magnified Thoughts, Visionary of H.E.R.Story, Writer, Director & Producer of The Good Life Documentary.

Bio – Pearlette Cassells Pearlette Cassells is an Author, Speaker, Productivity and Empowerment Coach. She is also a dedicated Volunteer in her Community. She has self-published 2 books and the latest Book Compilation, “Ignite the Hunger in You” with legendary Motivational Speaker, Les Brown and Publisher JB Owen launches on Monday, Dec. 6, 2021. Authors, Coaches, Consultants and Entrepreneurs hire her to help them improve their Time Management so they get things done to have what they want and live the life they desire and deserve. To achieve your Goals - Plan…Schedule…Do and Get It Done.

Dr. Sonia Noel is a John Maxwell Trained Coach, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Mentor, Designer, Speaker and Best Selling Author. She is a passionate and industrious creative artist, with a fresh New World perspective on style and life. Dr. Noel is celebrating just over two decades in the fashion industry. She was formerly a high school teacher in her hometown, in Bartica. Back then she was regarded as a small-town girl, but one with a big dream who believed anything is possible. She is very proud of her Amerindian roots, and parlayed this indigenous South American creativity mixed with a cosmopolitan Caribbean flair, to craft a unique fashion aesthetic that became identifiaby trademarked as the Sonia Noel brand. Her determined spirit pushes her to drive creative industry enterprise forward and she has come an exemplar and mentor to young creatives, not only in Guyana but throughout the region. She has been presented with many awards locally, regionally and even internationally, for her dedication to entrepreneurship, her commitment to philanthropy and her engagement as a cultural ambassador.

Andrea is a mom of four who loves reading, dancing, picture taking and roller coasters. She finds complete tranquility in savory foods and beautiful sceneries whether from the big city lights or nature views. She is the co-founder of the KEG (Knowledge, Empowerment, Growth) Book Club and enjoys sipping wine and chatting with her favorite guys and gals about an enjoyable book. She is an entrepreneur by heart and is the founder of “adornami” a line of beauty products. The concept was formed when she asked God to lay a name on her heart that reflects selflove and adornment. She is an International Coaching Federation (ICF) coach in wellness and empowerment coach and will also specialize in Emotional Intelligence and Master Spirit Life coaching. She has recognized that people sometimes struggle with unspeakable doubt, lack of self-confidence and sometimes low self-esteem. Her intention is to help persons access their physical state and their inner power to transform their own lives. Andrea is a certified Les Brown Motivational speaker who has reclaimed her "Power Voice." She co-authored "Women Across Borders - Soaring to greater heights" with other women who shared how they were able to show resilience in adverse circumstances. She has an innate love for people and takes part in the A21 walk for freedom. A21 is abolishing modern day slavery everywhere, forever. An average day with Andrea will include bookkeeping, coaching, cooking, exercising, and taking care of her children. Her favorite quote is: “Work smart, play hard”

Tracey Chizoba Fletcher, is a British-Nigerian, based in Lagos. A  believer in the right representation of Nigeria's rich culture and values, Tracey's writings are a testimony to promoting this in the right light.   She is the Author of: Feminine Shades - a collection of short stories, throwing a beacon on the sensitivities of the female gender, published by Phoenix Award Books Publication. The Chase - a crime thriller, which was shortlisted for the Phoenix Quill Writing Contest in 2020. Published by Phoenix Award Books Publication. The Wrong Turn - african fantasy published by Pen It! Publications. Love and Money - romantic suspense published by Fictum. Jade - historical fiction published by Ukiyoto Publishing. Tracey is a monthly Columnist for Rainbow Magazine, where she writes articles geared towards motivation. She is equally a contributor for Pen and Pulpit Magazine, in the US. Tracey provides voice-over and editing services. Her short stories have appeared in online publications such as Afritondo, Stripes Magazine, Sapphire Blog, Kalahari Review, Salt Youth Digital Magazine, with others forthcoming in various anthologies. She is an Ambassador for Tolerantia Reach, a non-profit organization, with goals aimed towards meeting youths at the grass root and creating an enabling environment for them. She serves as National Vice Chairman for Mother Teresa International Foundation, in Nigeria.   2 / 2 She has just been appointed International Education Ambassador for the projects of K.I.T.E.S Education, in Nigeria. Her awards and accomplishments include: Afritondo Alternative Ending Prize Winner, September 2019. Influential Writers and Authors Community BestSelling Author, December 2020. Rainbowlights Production's Creative Motivational Writer, March 2021. International Member of World Women Organization, May 2021. Honorary Certificate of Distinction, by League of Poets, May 2021. ICD Network International Declarator of World Civilization Day, July 2021. Global Environmental Award, by International Human Rights Ambassadors Organization, July 2021. Mother Teresa Global Peace Award, August 2021. Women Equality Day Award, by Igniting Dreams of Young Minds Foundation, August 2021.

    Oein naturally picked up the Josiah's family sport of long distance running during his secondary school days at St John’s College, however, it was discontinued after a short two (2) year season due to injury and other personal interests. Nevertheless, as of 2014 he took the family’s athletic fame to another level by finishing in the top three (3) at the Barbados National Triathlon / 25th Anniversary [swim / bike / run race]. Adjudged as a fast-rising star, Oein has seen a podium finish for all his local and regional races [running, duathlon and triathlon].   Besides his athletics success, Oein is known for his cheerfulness, optimism, and self-motivation to learn new things. His Athletic Disciplines: includes:                 Running- (5km, 10km, 1/2 marathon)                            Triathlon (Swim / Bike / Run)                            Aquathlon (Run / Swim / Run)                             Duathlon (Run / Bike / Run) His Athletics Achievements includes:                            4x Triathlon National Champion for Barbados                           Duathlon National Champion (Barbados)                           Aquathlon National Champion (Barbados)   Oein also holds Coaching Certifications:in First Aid IN CPR AED                          CAMTRI L1                          3Dimensional                          IRONMAN                          Physiology of Triathlon Youths & Juniors He was the National Head Coach for (Barbados Triathlon & Aquathlon ​CARIFTA Team) from 2017- 2019 and is founder and Head Coach for True Endurance Multisport​. Oein’s many achievements during his studies at Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology in Barbados started some years before graduation. In 2012 whilst in St Lucia, Oein became the first student of Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology, and Barbados by extension, to gain three (3) individual gold medals at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College annual – OECS Track & Field championship. The medal count for that year’s championship did not stop there, as his team won gold for the open men 4 x 100m mixed relay. He began working as a technical support engineer at a privately owned Information Technology (IT) Network Security Consulting firm “CariNetworks Ltd” in 2013, the same year he graduated with a distinction in Microcomputer Technology – City and Guilds from the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology in Barbados. He was also prized as the Outstanding Graduate of 2013 from the Electrical and Engineering division, along with the Sportsman of the Year award. His achievements continue…. and he goes by this motto… Hardwork + Determination - Human error = Success.    

Toshanna is the Co-founder and Managing Director of Waterman Consultancy Inc. – a business development company that supports the advancement of start-ups, development projects and organisations in Barbados and the Caribbean region. She is a Resource Mobilisation Business Consultant, Facilitator and Business Mentor, and has vast experience in the development of project proposals, strategic business plans and operational policy documents. Toshanna’s career path began in the Accounting arena, where she worked with a diverse portfolio of companies in the consulting, healthcare, tourism, real estate and retail industries. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and a Master’s degree in Business Administration. She received her designation as a Certified Management Accountant with the Society of Management Accountants of Nova Scotia, Canada in 2015. This chapter of her life has helped to cultivate her passion, not just for finance, but for the holistic devleopment of organisations. She enjoys working with entrepreneurs, and spends much of her time collaborating with key stakeholders to implement functional requirements. She has sat as Committee member of the Financial Literacy Programme for the Chartered Professional Accountant, Barbados Chapter – which was an initiative focused on the delivery of educational workshops for primary, secondary and tertiary levels, as well as community groups and associations. This exposure has afforded her the opportunity to deliver workshops to more than 100 students across the island of Barbados. She welcomes the opportunity to use her knowledge and skills to bring awareness to her audience about the importance of financial literacy and management in everyday life. Her hope is that by empowering and propelling entrepreneurs to adopt effective strategies, it will ultimately foster sustainable results.

Difernt was born on December 15, 1990, in Houston, Texas, Fifth Ward. Overcoming homelessness and foster care, Difernt had a normal childhood until she was eleven when her family became homeless. For the next three years, Difernt and her family lived in various places including strangers' houses, cars, parks, bus stops, shelters, and even a crack house. At fourteen, she was secretly placed in foster care. After six months of being in the system and trying to get out, she discovered that in the State of Texas, "foster kids" who aged out of care could qualify to have college tuition fees waived. A light bulb went off in Difernt's head. She then used her street smarts to elevate her book smarts which led her to beat the odds. Difernt is now an alumnus of Sam Houston State University and a member of the Beta Theta Chapter of Phi Chi Theta. She graduated receiving her Bachelor's in International Business, with two minors in Economics & Business Communication, and her Master's in Entrepreneurship. Difernt is also a Texas Real Estate Agent and now the owner and CEO of TH3RD EYE Entertainment, LLC. She has a love for traveling and has visited close to fifty countries and participated in amateur kickboxing. Her hobbies include reading, watching "Shark Tank," journaling, meditating, biking, ATV riding, ziplining, and hanging out with her best friend—her nephew.    Difernt always knew she was meant for greatness. However, she understood to become the person she was meant to be would take fixing her inner issues that plagued her past. It was not until she found the courage to do something about her depression and dismiss the notion that "black people don't do therapy." While in therapy, Difernt was encouraged to channel her negative experiences into a positive outcome. She quickly learned that she could manifest the life she was meant to have with strategic planning, proper preparation, and constant prayer—and wants others to do the same with their lives. Now at the age of thirty, realizing she is not the person she once was, and by God's grace, Difernt is ready for the next adventure in her life—publishing her first book. With "WHAT IF? A Controversial Paradigm Shift,” Difernt hopes to inspire individuals to have healthy conversations with others about systemic racism. She hypothesizes that when we have these conversations about systemic racism and other taboo subjects, that over time, this brings social awareness, and society can start to change for the better because when you know better, you do better. 

Precious Carson is a 27 year old writer, and upcoming motivational speaker who wrote her first collection of poems titled, Drapetomania: The Pain in Knowledge. Her work focuses on trauma, mental health awareness, abuse, femininity, loss, and awareness of self. Poems are her way to express herself in the most intimate way possible, and describes it as “being able to bring all of her internal baggage to a bond fire and burn it with every poem written”. She uses her trauma as a tool of inspiration for her readers and hopes to inspire healing from their own personal struggles.

Telford Layne is the Vice President of Programming and Planning for the Guyana Faith Leaders Network. 2019- present Member of PANCAP/CARICOM Regional Committee from 2018 to present. CEO of Connection International Company from 2001 to present. Mr. Layne is also the Consultant/Volunteer at Child Care and Protection -Agency Guyana Director of Mission to the City -Georgetown. Telford Layne holds Diplomas in Addiction Therapy from the Centre of Excellence, Childhood Trauma Therapy, Psychoanalysis, Relationship Psychology, Couple and Family Therapy, Child Psychology, Early Child Care and Learning, Criminal, Psychology, Children and Young People Mental Health and Wellbeing Counselling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Diploma, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. In addition, he holds a BS. In Psychology and Family Studies from the University of the Southern Caribbean, MSc. in International Marketing from the University of Chichester and Masters in Developmental Psychology from Atlantic International University. He has been providing Psychological Seminars to military personnel of the Guyana Defense Force- from 2019-2020. Also, providing Counselling and Psychotherapy to children in crisis. Providing psychotherapy to teenagers through the Ministry of Education from 2018 to present and private counseling for adults and families in crisis from 2017 to present. He is presently working with 200 teenagers in state care and group homes that were sexually, mentally, emotionally abused, and neglected, including those children in these care that were born with HIV/AIDS or have acquired it due to challenging adolescent lifestyle. Telford Layne has been involved in community and church leadership from the age of 15 and turned down a scholarship to study Theology but choose to engage in the needs-based Ministry. During his time in church and community, he served as Men’s Ministry Director, Communication Director, and Community Service Director. His philosophy is healthy children become healthy adults. Helping others is helping yourself. Mr. Layne feels the commitment and obligation to help our young people and children.