We are happy to have received such a wonderful and inspiring collection of articles from some amazing women in business. Our writers and contributors are from Canada, United States of America, Australia, England, Lebanon, Philippines, Barbados, and Trinidad and Tobago. This wonderful blend of culture and shared experiences has added depth and a multicultural perspective to this publication.
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Tai Aracen, is a bilingual Spanish/English speaker and coach in personal
development, entrepreneurship and marketing. Her company, Tai Aracen International, LLC focuses on creating entrepreneurship and personal development training
specifically for Latin and Black women.
Tai graduated from high school at
the age of 15 and entered college soon after. After graduating form college she embarked on achieving her childhood dream by becoming a lawyer. In 2007 Tai left her career in law and devoted her time to the community and started a
nonprofit organization that supported economic development in
disadvantaged communities. That same year, Tai begin working as a
business consultant providing support to minority women by providing entrepreneur training.
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Simmone L. Bowe Mullings: Keeping Your Dreams Alive
Simmone L. Bowe Mullings is a transformational business consultant, trainer, ministry leader, songwriter, recording artist, and an author. Simmone is the Founder of Horizons Academy, an alternative school for at-risk teens. She is also the host of a five minutes motivational radio and TV show called Ready4Change. Simmone uses her work experience in education, corporate training, human
resources, and management to manage her more than 20 years career.
Lissa Cowan: You Own Your Business, But Do You Own Your Story?
Lissa M. Cowan is
an author, storyteller strategist and coach. She is always looking for fresh
ways to generate buzz for a marketing campaign, brand, idea or product.
At Go Small or Go Home Communications, Lissa advises companies, NGOs and
small businesses on crafting authentic and persuasive narratives in a
hyper-connected world. She speaks and writes about storytelling,
creativity, work-life balance and creative spirituality. As a social
entrepreneur she is a member of the Centre for Social Innovation with
offices in New York and Toronto. She has received awards for her
writing, and her debut novel, Milk Fever, comes out this fall.
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Yvette-Michelle Cottle Darby: Turning Your Craft Into Business
Yvette-Michelle Cottle Darby has been a creative entrepreneur for over twenty years. She is a designer, maker, instructor, web designer and creative business consultant. Yvette-Michelle owns and manages two businesses. She established Verona Collections in 1994 and designs limited-edition fashion accessories. In 2011 she started Crafted Spaces which provides creative design classes, workshops and other services that helps others to explore their creativity.
Yvette-Michelle is also a member of Dr. Cheryl Cottle's team. She works extensively on the various projects, including the Women in Business Mentoring Programme and the development of this journal. Her expertise in web site design and development, graphic design and social media has been invaluable.
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Judy Hoberman: Do You Have A Plan?
Judy Hoberman is a Founder and President of Selling in a Skirt, a company
that addresses gender issues that affect corporate America. Her company presents a
method, a philosophy and a way of life for the next generation of sales women.
She is committed to helping women in sales use their own gender-based talents.
Judy has created workshops, seminars and coaching programs that compliment her book
– Selling in a Skirt.
Judy is also the host of a weekly Radio Show – Selling in a Skirt. She is also the author of many books including, Selling in a Skirt, The Secrets Women Don’t Know They Know About Sales....And What Men Should Know Too and Famous Isn’t Enough; Earning a Living as an Entrepreneur.
Shelley Jarrett: A Business That Builds From Head To Toe
Shelly Jarrett is a specialized employment image consultant. She conducts workshops, seminars and provide one-on-one support to women and women groups. She also as a passion to see women succeed, by giving a helping hand to bring about positive change in all facets of their lives. Shelley is a business strategist and an Internet TV Host. She is also a mother, actor, fashionista and blogger.
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Judy Joseph McSween: I Know About Transitioning To A New Career Later In Life
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Judy Joseph McSween is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of MMI. Judy holds a
Certificate in Organization Development from NTL USA, a Certificate in the Frameworks® Coaching process from InnerLinks Associates, an MBA from the City University Business
School - CASS, England specializing in Export Management and International Business and a BSc in Industrial Chemistry, specializing in Plant Economics and Process Design, attained at City University England.
Judy launched her independent consultancy practice, Judy Joseph & Associates Ltd. using her analytical skills, theoretical knowledge and practical experience in strategy and system development to facilitate organization success.
She also founded an import and distribution business - Hajude Ltd., negotiating with foreign suppliers and manufacturers to import products from Venezuela and Suriname to position them in major supermarkets, hardware and retail chain stores in the face of an aggressive marketplace.
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Scroll down or click on the names below to learn more about our contributors:
Tai Aracen, is a bilingual Spanish/English speaker and coach in personal
development, entrepreneurship and marketing. Her company, Tai Aracen International, LLC focuses on creating entrepreneurship and personal development training
specifically for Latin and Black women.
Tai graduated from high school at
the age of 15 and entered college soon after. After graduating form college she embarked on achieving her childhood dream by becoming a lawyer. In 2007 Tai left her career in law and devoted her time to the community and started a
nonprofit organization that supported economic development in
disadvantaged communities. That same year, Tai begin working as a
business consultant providing support to minority women by providing entrepreneur training.READ ARTICLE >
Simmone L. Bowe Mullings: Keeping Your Dreams Alive
Born in Miami, Florida and raised in Nassau, Bahamas. Simmone provides training in leadership, customer service,
career development, personal growth, work readiness, and wholeness. Her
academic qualifications include a diploma in Hotel, Catering and Tourism Studies, a Bachelor
of Arts in English, a Master of Science in Career and Human Resource
Development. She is a Certified Hospitality Educator, Certified Hospitality
Department Trainer, and Certified Path Facilitator.
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Yvette-Michelle Cottle Darby: Turning Your Craft Into Business
Yvette-Michelle is also a member of Dr. Cheryl Cottle's team. She works extensively on the various projects, including the Women in Business Mentoring Programme and the development of this journal. Her expertise in web site design and development, graphic design and social media has been invaluable.
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Judy Hoberman: Do You Have A Plan?
Judy is also the host of a weekly Radio Show – Selling in a Skirt. She is also the author of many books including, Selling in a Skirt, The Secrets Women Don’t Know They Know About Sales....And What Men Should Know Too and Famous Isn’t Enough; Earning a Living as an Entrepreneur.
Shelley Jarrett: A Business That Builds From Head To Toe
Shelly Jarrett is a specialized employment image consultant. She conducts workshops, seminars and provide one-on-one support to women and women groups. She also as a passion to see women succeed, by giving a helping hand to bring about positive change in all facets of their lives. Shelley is a business strategist and an Internet TV Host. She is also a mother, actor, fashionista and blogger.READ ARTICLE >
Judy Joseph McSween: I Know About Transitioning To A New Career Later In Life
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Judy launched her independent consultancy practice, Judy Joseph & Associates Ltd. using her analytical skills, theoretical knowledge and practical experience in strategy and system development to facilitate organization success.
She also founded an import and distribution business - Hajude Ltd., negotiating with foreign suppliers and manufacturers to import products from Venezuela and Suriname to position them in major supermarkets, hardware and retail chain stores in the face of an aggressive marketplace.
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Charly Leetham: Overcoming Adversities
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Shayla Logan: Filling The Cracks In Your Business Foundation
Lyn Lucas: Creativity In Business: The Importance Of Passion And Challenges Faced By Women And How To Overcome Them
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Pat Matson: Is Being An Entrepreneur Easy Or Hard? | Generosity Generates
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Gillian Wilba: Creating An Effective Business Plan
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Dr. Cheryl Cottle
Dr. Cottle offers a range of educational, professional and business development services. She has developed Women in Business and has recently launched Women in Business Mentoring Programme.
OTHER CONTRIBUTORS
Yvette-Michelle Cottle Darby loves the art of photography and loves taking pictures of nature. Many of her images capture flowers at various stages of bloom. Yvette-Michelle's work has been primarily used in our section that refers to as "A Nook of Simple Quotes".
Laura Putman: Photography
Throughout the years, Laura continued with her hobby and in 1999 after moving to Florida that she was captivated by the abundance of wildlife and flora that were so different from the Southwest where she had moved from. Using her Polaroid camera she was able to capture nature and family events. With the dawning of digital cameras, she bought a small Nikon that easily fit in her purse. In early 2012 she was given a camera as a gift from her son. Laura says, it was a "beautiful camera with a zoom lens and a variety of settings". To hone her skills in photography Laura mimicked a friend who also love photography and today she has found her own niche and creative style. Laura, loves capturing that moment in time in nature and in her own words "my love for capturing nature fuels my imagination and the unique way I capture what I see"
Allison Valentine-Joseph: Poetry: Enthusiastic Is A Woman
Allison Valentine-Joseph was born and educated in Trinidad and Tobago, WI. She lives in Brooklyn, New York with her husband and two children. Allison is the author of: Jan’s Mysterious Adventure – Juvenile Fiction – published 12/2006. Sandy – Romance Fiction – published 8/2007. Leigh’s Story - Romance Fiction – published 4/2009 and Coming soon – A Near Fatal Twist Romance Fiction. The Forest Is Our Home - Juvenile Fiction |
| Photography by Laura Putman |
