GreatHER Purpose Podcast

Check out my interview with Lt. Pastor Sabrina Smith.  She  discussed the importance of walking in your purpose and why true forgiveness is imperative to living a healthy and happy life.

Sabrina Smith is a Master Shifter and a Restoration and Breakthrough Ambassador.  God has chosen her to serve others, helping to restore those who have been broken, hurt, and wounded.  Her career has been full of accomplishments and accolades despite the many things that she has withstood in her personal life.  An overcomer of childhood sexual assault, betrayal, and other painful experiences, she has chosen to break the silence on the how to endure the process so that others can find the will to be free. Her transparency and willingness to share these experiences and the journey to wholeness has allowed her to help others from every walk of life be healed, restored, and empowered in astonishing ways.  It is the foundation of her successful and flourishing ministry, business, and career as she hosts and speaks at events for churches, agencies, and organizations.

Sabrina Smith is a singer/songwriter, recording artist, musician, and author.  She is also the Founder and President of *It’s All About H.E.R., Inc. (Healing, Empowerment, Restoration), a non-profit organization focusing on advocacy for victims of child sexual/physical abuse and domestic violence, youth mentoring, and the prevention of juvenile delinquency and community deterioration. Her podcast, #TheMorningShift: Where Shift Happens, is a popular morning shift (show) that is sure to shift your perspective on various topics and motivate you to get your day started in the right frame of mind.

*Visit It’s All About H.E.R., Inc. at www.immadwithher.com.

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The GreatHER Purpose Podcast had the honor of interviewing Life Coach, Educator and Radio Personality, Dr. See Love of the Conversations With Friends Podcast.  Today we discussed how to cope with loss and the importance of mental health during this time of COVID.  Check out her website to learn more about her platform and purpose at www.cwftalk.com.

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Black Men Talk Tech Co-Founder, Boris Moyston speaks about the 3rd Annual Unicorn Ambition Conference, the importance of mental health and wellness and what others can do to become apart of the tech world.  For founders by founders. This conference started as a conversation about nuanced issues facing men who are Black tech founders. It has evolved into a hub that brings together Black tech founders with investors, major corporations, other entrepreneurs, and relevant market practitioners. We are all about forming connections to build on resources and to push the culture forward.  BMTT UAC is the only national conference which focuses on providing support for the Black tech founder. The content and ecosystem is so hot that every investor and entrepreneur should attend.  Unicorn Ambition Conference is a national tech conference providing exposure and resources to Black tech founders who are building innovative companies and focused on massive growth, or becoming the next "unicorn." Since inception, the conference has highlighted Miami and South Florida as an emerging tech hub. Our third annual conference will take place on October 21st, over the Hopin virtual platform with supporting in-person events in Miami. https://www.blackmentalktech.com/ #GreatHERPurpose#MentalHealth#TechTalk

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From working as a cosmetologist for over 15 years to now being the founder of her tech app SWME, she is educating individuals on how she built an empire from transitioning from behind the salon chair to creating an app that helps salon owners streamline face to face communication.

Totteanna is living a purpose filled life and will speak about her GreatHER Purpose in helping others!

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Audrey DuBois Harris, AKA “Aretha  Franklins Favorite Soprano”, has returned with her soaring new album "LIFT EVERY VOICE." Comprising nine tracks, the gorgeous compilation was created with encouragement from legendary icon Aretha Franklin, who mentored and continues to inspire Audrey in her career. The album honors the beloved traditional classics that have helped shape America's incredible history, capturing the bold beating heart of a resilient nation and instilling a new sense of hope for the future. Known as "Aretha Franklin's Favorite Soprano," Audrey DuBois Harris is renowned for her remarkable and profoundly inspired vocal delivery, and her breathtaking talent has led her to some of the greatest stages in the world. She has performed on several occasions as "The President's Soloist" and consistently participates with a number of foundations such as Wyclef Jean's Yele Haiti, PepsiCo Foundation, and The American Red Cross. Audrey also hosts "Vital Voices: Conversations with Audrey DuBois Harris," a Facebook show dedicated to highlighting creative voices while allowing viewers a safe space where they can discover faith, inspiration, and encouragement. #GreatHERPurpose

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 Ayana Bean whose life is chronicled on the American Gangster: Trap Queens series on BET. Ayana Bean travels the world telling her story in hopes of making a difference and helping young women and girls with similar backgrounds not go down the path she did.

Boston, MA native Ayana Bean has lead a life worthy of a movie, with a preview of her story being shared through her episode of Black Entertainment Television’s reboot of the highly acclaimed American Gangster series. Her hustle spanned from the streets of Boston to the entire country as she became a vital music presence in Boston and worked as the regional liaison for several major record labels including Def Jam, Sony, Eone formerly Koch Records, Interscope to name a few. However, the battles in her personal life--which consisted of raising 2 young sons, and the disease of drug addiction in the home led her down a path of fiscal ruin. After serving time on state & Federal convictions for fraud, Ayana chose to become an advocate of at-risk women and gives talks to those in or transitioning from prison. Ayana's life is chronicled on the American Gangster: Trap Queens series on BET. Her career in music, crimes against the government, and ultimate redemption will be told to the world in the series and in her new book A Year And A Day. What makes Ayana unique is her magnetically charming personality & impeccable style that makes her not only a champion for women but a tastemaker whose personal style influences trends, making her the ultimate ambassador for any brands that complement her style.

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The season three premiere of the GreatHER Purpose Podcast had the honor of interviewing, Rev. Dr. Kimberly Davis!  Dr. Davis is a Chicago native and a Chicago Police Officer since 2003. She is an experienced pastoral counselor, chaplain and law enforcement professional with a passion for providing expert counseling service to law enforcement agencies. Kimberly earned her Doctor of Ministry degree from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio, in Pastoral Care and Counseling. She also has a Masters in Divinity degree from Chicago Theological Seminary and her undergraduate degree from Howard University in Washington, D.C. Kimberly is the Chapter Chaplain of NOBLE Chicago Metropolitan Chapter and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.  At United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio, Kimberly is leading a cohort called “Pastoral Care and Ethics in the Age of Black Lives Matter.” The class is a 3 year hybrid program and is geared towards people who would like to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community. This excellent Doctorate of Ministry program begins in August 2021. After completion of the program, the students would have a usable model of ministry within their respective ministerial context.  They will also be able to strengthen community relationships. The areas addressed include, but are not limited to, pastoral care in police/law enforcement marriages, pastoral care when officers are seriously injured or killed in the line of duty, pastoral care when civilians die in the control of officers.  During this day and age, these types of conversations need to be had by a professional police officer, Chaplain, Doctor and professor who works in the city of Chicago on a daily basis. Her areas of expertise include individual and marriage counseling, crisis ministry, workshop facilitation as well as department requests for on-the-scene crisis intervention. She advocates and addresses psychological, spiritual, and developmental needs of law enforcement personnel and to related parties. Kimberly has been a natural fit in the Chaplains' Police Unit since 2011. She is a deacon in full connection to the United Methodist Church, Northern Illinois Conference and she is active in ministry in her local church. Kimberly’s husband and life partner, Mark, is also a Chicago Police Officer.  For more information check out: https://united.edu/mentor_directory/kimberly-davis/

The season three premiere of the GreatHER Purpose Podcast had the honor of interviewing, Rev. Dr. Kimberly Davis!  Dr. Davis is a Chicago native and a Chicago Police Officer since 2003. She is an experienced pastoral counselor, chaplain and law enforcement professional with a passion for providing expert counseling service to law enforcement agencies. Kimberly earned her Doctor of Ministry degree from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio, in Pastoral Care and Counseling. She also has a Masters in Divinity degree from Chicago Theological Seminary and her undergraduate degree from Howard University in Washington, D.C. Kimberly is the Chapter Chaplain of NOBLE Chicago Metropolitan Chapter and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.  At United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio, Kimberly is leading a cohort called “Pastoral Care and Ethics in the Age of Black Lives Matter.” The class is a 3 year hybrid program and is geared towards people who would like to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community. This excellent Doctorate of Ministry program begins in August 2021. After completion of the program, the students would have a usable model of ministry within their respective ministerial context.  They will also be able to strengthen community relationships. The areas addressed include, but are not limited to, pastoral care in police/law enforcement marriages, pastoral care when officers are seriously injured or killed in the line of duty, pastoral care when civilians die in the control of officers.  During this day and age, these types of conversations need to be had by a professional police officer, Chaplain, Doctor and professor who works in the city of Chicago on a daily basis. Her areas of expertise include individual and marriage counseling, crisis ministry, workshop facilitation as well as department requests for on-the-scene crisis intervention. She advocates and addresses psychological, spiritual, and developmental needs of law enforcement personnel and to related parties. Kimberly has been a natural fit in the Chaplains' Police Unit since 2011. She is a deacon in full connection to the United Methodist Church, Northern Illinois Conference and she is active in ministry in her local church. Kimberly’s husband and life partner, Mark, is also a Chicago Police Officer.  For more information check out: https://united.edu/mentor_directory/kimberly-davis/

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Latoya Cooper is making headlines as an authentic and passionate A-List artist, career strategiest, singer and author.  She has been featured on platforms such as Essence, Dallas Observer, Rolling Out and Shoutout DFW.  In response to the lack of hands-on career and business strategy training for indie artist like herself, Latoya decided to put her extensisve business and project management experience to good use by founding, Music Meets the Bedroom.

Latoya is currently in the process of publishing her book Simple Methods, Smarter Decisions, designed to help fellow female recording artists manuever through the music industry with confidence.  Her growing podcast features key business and music industry experts such as, CeCe Peniston, providing indie artist entreprenuers with vital strategic business insight, advice and support.

Latoya speaks to the GreatHER Purpose podcast about purpose, music, writing and the importance of alignment.

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Alex, Boianghu, trained and licensed psychotherapist visits the GreatHER Purpose Podcast. Alex discusses the importance of facing self and the journey of true, wholistic healing. Alex breaks down the necessary steps to overcome past challenges and how facing ourselves and doing the work brings us to true healing and living holistically.

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