Her Momentum Podcast

In this episode Donielle interviews Climb author Michelle Gadsden-Williams. Michelle is an award-winning global diversity expert, activist, philanthropist, and the Managing Director and North American inclusion and diversity lead at Accenture. In Climb, Michelle shares details of her personal “climb” to the c-suite as a woman of color providing a professional playbook for contemporary women in the workplace. In her interview, Michelle discusses her book, health, and the advice she has for women of color climbing the corporate ladder. For more information on Her Momentum check out https://www.hermomentum.com.

In this episode Donielle interviews Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Rianka Dorsainvil, Founder and President of Your Greatest Contribution (YGC) comprehensive financial planning firm, and host of the 2050 Trailblazers podcast. With her passion for diversity and inclusion, Rianka continues to challenge the status quo of the financial industry serving as an advocate for women, young professionals, people of color, and other underrepresented communities. In her interview, Rianka shares her financial advice for women of color and insights about the financial industry.    For more information on Her Momentum check out www.hermomentum.com, and for more information on Rianka Dorsainvil check out http://www.yourgreatestcontribution.com.  

What’s the most drastic career move you ever made? In this episode user experience designer, educator, and international public speaker Regine Gilbert shares her insights about reinventions, revelations, and rejections after her transition from the fashion industry to information technology.   For more information on Her Momentum check out www.hermomentum.com, and for more information on Regine Gilbert check out www.gilbertconsultinggroup.co and www.reginegilbert.com.

In this episode Donielle interviews Dr. John Tyus, founder of non-profit organization The I.D. Movement, and author of the The I.D. Movement Presents, Voices of the Fathers; Letters to the Millennial Leader; Columbus Edition. As an author, preacher, teacher, and motivational speaker Dr. Tyus serves as a change agent and visionary in his community, and avid mentor for countless young men. In his interview, Dr. Tyus shares his 7 tips for raising fatherless young men, and even shares some honest dating advice!     For more information on Her Momentum check out www.hermomentum.com, and for more information on Dr. Tyus check out www.theidmovement.org and www.drjohntyus.com.      

In this episode Encourage Millions Founder, Tiffani Crenshaw shares her top tips on building generational wealth through real estate investing. In 2013, Tiffani purchased her first property, and eventually gained local and national notoriety for fixing up abandoned homes to revitalize her Birmingham community. Today, she uses her knowledge to help others build wealth through her real estate education firm Encourage Millions and Makin Lemonade podcast.   Tiffani's straight talk and informative interview style will simplify the investing process, and motivate you to buy! For more information on Her Momentum check out www.hermomentum.com, and for more information on Tiffani check out www.encouragemillions.com.    

In this episode Donielle interviews Lifestyle Reporter and Communications Strategist Dontaira Terrell. As a seven year editorial vet Dontaira has built an impressive resume that's taken her to the White House under the Obama Administration, and to South Africa for once in a lifetime writing opportunities. In her interview Dontaira shares how her tenacious will to succeed landed her a coveted internship with Good Morning America, and enviable interviews with the hottest celebs in the industry.  To learn more about Dontaira visit dontairaterrell.com, and for more information on Her Momentum check out www.hermomentum.com.  

In this episode Crystal Bailey, Director of The Etiquette Institute of Washington discusses how she built her successful etiquette business from the ground up, and how women of color can convey a strong executive presence in the workplace. With Crystal's insight you'll learn how to respond to nosey co-workers, and avoid the common career mistakes we often make. Crystal is one of twelve members of the Cercle International des Experts en Etiquette et Protocole (International Circle of Experts of Etiquette and Protocol) and is a 2018 recipient of the Excellence in Service Award from AD Excellence. For more information on The Etiquette Institute of Washington check out http://www.washingtonetiquette.com, and for more information on Her Momentum check out www.hermomentum.com.

In this episode New York on Tech (NYOT) Co-Founder Jessica Santana shares how she gained momentum in her career by creating pathways for students of color to obtain degrees and careers in tech. As a Latina woman in corporate America Jessica struggled to find her way, but eventually she found her true calling in her desire to serve. In 2013, Jessica and co-founder Evin Robinson launched the pilot for NYOT with just 20 students in Brooklyn, and since then NYOT has grown to over 500 students across New York City. NYOT’s work has been featured in multiple major media outlets such as Forbes, CNN, BET, and the Huffington Post, and in 2017, Jessica and Evin were selected for the prestigious Forbes 30 under 30 list. Jessica’s inspiring career journey reminds us to lift as we climb because we all have a responsibility to push the culture forward. For more information on Her Momentum check out www.hermomentum.com, and for more information on New York on Tech check out www.newyorkontech.org.