Shift The Plan | Where It Is Never Too Late To Change The Game

EP 40 Travis P. Jackson is a 2011 graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, where he obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with a concentration in Public Relations. Travis is the CEO and Founder of HBCU Pride Nation (HPN), an engaging online platform with over 250,000 followers that promotes the connectivity, significance and pride of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in an effort to increase their positive awareness and enrollment. HBCU Pride Nation has provided social media marketing services for Cracker Barrel, OneUnited Bank, The Celebration Bowl (National HBCU Football Championship), Toyota Go Green, Honda Battle of the Bands, Ford HBCU Challenge, Regions Bank, the CIAA, the National Black MBA Association and others. On a regular HBCU Pride Nation reaches between 150k-300k people a week and receives 850k-1.5M impressions a week. As a motivational speaker he teaches leadership through the game of Jenga. He has done his workshop at the National Black College Hall of Fame, CIAA, The Kings and Queens Connection Konference in New Orleans, the NASAP conference and many other college events across the country. Travis was honored as one of the “Top 30 Under 30” African-American entrepreneurs in Charlotte by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Black Chamber of Commerce and has received numerous honors such as the “Emerging Leader of the Year” by the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame and "HBCU Top 30 Under 30" by HBCUBuzz. He was recently honored as a graduate of the inaugural class of Next Level Leadership Inc., a nonprofit that empowers African-Americans to lead in Charlotte. Over the past two years, Travis has developed and executed an amazing event called the Hillman Experience where over $1.5M in scholarships were given out to students, nearly 3000 students have attended, over 50 HBCU's have come to admit students on the spot. The event includes a pep rally, alumni panel discussion, college fair and more. He serves as the social media manager for James “Smuggie” Mitchell, City Councilman At-Large and the Chair of Economic Development for the City of Charlotte. Travis recently had his biggest speaking engagements yet as a speaker for the US Black Chamber of Commerce Conference in Washington, DC. He was honored as an “US Emerging Leader in Business” and spoke on “How to Build Big Brands on Social Media”. Also in October Travis was a featured speaker on “Sister Circle”, a popular media outlet in Atlanta, GA, to talk about the significance of HBCUs. Lastly, Travis serves as a board member on the Board of Directors for iSpeakNow, A nonprofit that instills passion, pride, and confidence in children and young adults so that they recognize their future is limitless by providing mutually positive and interactive learning environments for children and young adults. Shiftmakers to look out for:  Butterfly Anderson @butterfly.betterfly ______ Connect: IG:  Instagram: @travispjackson | @hbcupridenation Website: https://hbcuprideshop.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58rhkf_5C0o&feature=youtu.be ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplan Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt  ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

EP 39 Melissa Chanel is the Founder and voice of MelissaChanel.com, a one-stop-shop for all things beauty, travel, and fashion for her fellow girls next door. With creative content and eye-catching visuals, Melissa has dedicated her website to providing daily inspiration, sparking thought-provoking discussions, and empowering women and girls to live their best lives while loving the skin they're in. Her readers enjoy an exclusive peek into her world of fashion, where she takes them everywhere from Fashion Week to beauty expos, and her travel diaries put you in the front seat of every road trip and international tour. Melissa Chanel is your ultimate girly girl and is your go-to gal for the inside scoop on beauty, fashion, and virtual "girl talk" worldwide! Shiftmakers to look out for: Janna Hall @leapinnovativegroup ______ Connect:  Facebook: Melissa Chanel Instagram: @melissachanel Twitter: @melissachanel2 Melissachanel.com ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplan Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

EP. 38 Michelle Gomez, The Latina Career Coach, is an accomplished corporate sales professional with over two decades of riding the waves of the corporate structure as a first-generation Latina-American. The first in her family to graduate from college, she has earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, and a certification in Broadcast Journalism. Throughout her career, Michelle has been an advocate for women in the workforce; leading the charge in speaking forums, business articles and networking events. Michelle has personally mentored and coached dozens of men and women toward achieving their academic and career goals. She’s inspired others to reach for their goals with a sense of confidence and trust in their own value. Through resume reviews, mock interviews, and focus on presentation, she has helped dozens of men and women prepare and position themselves as strong candidates for the career or role they desire. Michelle has also advocated for a healthy work/life balance through her blog posts at www.michellemgomez.com; providing insight on practical methods for creating balance and wellness in daily pursuits. ______ Shiftmakers to look out for: Eneida @anxietyfor1 ______ Connect: IG: Instagram: @mgsuccesscoach Website: https://www.michellemgomez.com ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplan Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

Ep. 37 Lisa Brown is a Divorced Mother Of Two Children ages 23 and 21. She currently owns She Got Style Boutique and Sitting Pretty Glam Bar. She was shot 3 times back in October 2017 and is telling her story through her first novel “He Almost Had Me!”  Her goal is to show women how to transform their pain into their purpose. ______ Shiftmakers to look out for: Karen Lewis https://theangelhouse.org/ ______ Connect: IG: Instagram: @author_ms_lb ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplan Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

Ep. 36 Shawnte Mckinnon is an unconventionalist. Her path has been marked and shaped by the conundrums of life, which has placed her on a journey of non-traditional choices. Shawnte clearly believes there is definitely “more than one way to skin a cat.” “I believe that there are walls designed to block ‘you’ in particular. Whether it’s physical, mental, or spiritual, there are walls that present themselves from the moment you are formed in your mother’s womb. The key is not to be consumed by those walls, but to work around them by any means necessary. The method is your choice. You can climb over it, pick the wall apart brick by brick, go under it, or walk around it; however, get past those walls. The walls were never designed to move for you—their job is to block you, but you were designed to move beyond it.” It was Shawnte’s walls that led her to enlist in the United States Air Force and subsequently earn her business degree where she then forged a successful career all while working her way up the corporate ladder. Shawnte has now added entrepreneurship to her growing list of accomplishments. Shawnte’s own tumultuous journey of life fueled her passion to help others heal, release and be restored. This passion became the catalyst that led Shawnte to birth her own platform, where she serves as host, creative director and executive producer of The Shawnte Mckinnon Show. Shawnte is also a self-published author of the book “I’ve Got to Comb my Hair,” a riveting story of how God uses pain to direct the paths of our lives and how that pain can be reflective in something as simple as how a woman wears her hair. In addition, Shawnte has worked as a financial professional for more than a decade and even founded her own tax firm in 2014. Shawnte is always striving to help people pursue their best selves—as an author, a business executive or a media personality. ______ Shiftmakers to look out for: Alaina Newbold  https://anchor.fm/shifttheplan/episodes/Your-Past-Does-Not-Define-Your-Future-with-Alaina-Newbold-e468s8 ______ Connect: IG: Instagram: @shawntemckinnon Website: www.shawntemckinnon.com ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

Ep. 35 Leveraging entrepreneurial vision and drive, I thrive in startup and early stage environments, working to drive profitable growth by partnering companies with industry-leading clients, partners, and sponsors. My experience encompasses diverse industries, with a special talent for marketing, branding, event planning, and relationship building. I pride myself on developing and implementing engaging and impactful experiential marketing activations, influencer programs, workshops, business strategies and campaigns. I have a keen eye for recognizing potential and pinpointing good investments. I honed that skill with Funding Post, an organization that connects rising entrepreneurs with angel investors and venture capitalists worldwide. The group represents a portfolio valued in excess of $100B. In previous roles, I have provided creativity, innovation, and leadership to marketing and branding activities, including experiential, digital, and social media campaigns. Furthermore, I have cultivated sponsorships and partnerships with industry leaders such as Target, Wal-Mart, Candies, JCPenney’s, Top Shop, Airbnb, City of Charlotte, Tito’s, Jack Daniels, Ofo Bikes, and Evo Snacks. I am an effective team leader who astutely manages budgets and all project/campaign resources. I have planned, coordinated, and directed more than 100 large-scale events throughout my career with thousands of attendees. I collaborate well with all levels of professionals, from vendors to street teams to CEOs and marketing/sales executives. I am both creative and strategic, providing vision and direction needed to define company goals, promote a brand to consumers, drive growth, and optimize revenue generation.   ______   Shiftmakers to look out for: Freda Hendley @freetyme80  ______   Connect: IG: Instagram: @novey.b  Website: https://vettdeck.com/  https://blktechinteractive.com/  ______   Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review     ______   Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast   Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans     ______   Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt   ______   Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

If Lorri had to describe herself in one word it would be blessed. This Alabama native has been in Charlotte for 6 years and made her way here by way of her management position in Wells Fargo. While networking and connecting with other millennials, she realized that there was something missing on the Charlotte scene and put her plan into action.   Lorri is the former Creator and Co-Founder of Prosocialites, an events, media, and company. She has led or facilitated over 50 events. She recently launched Gracefully 54:17 that will focus on helping those execute their ideas successfully while she continues to bring innovative events for all to  enjoy. In March 2017, Lorri was chosen to speak at Shaw University during their Slay Week on building your network. In March 2018, Lorri was chosen by Charlotte Five as one of the Most Influential Women of Charlotte on Instagram. In the same month, she was chosen as one of Radio One’s Top Women of Excellence.  In April 2018, she orchestrated the first ever Charlotte Brunch Festival that took place at The Fillmore which had over 800 in attendance. In October 2018, she was recognized and honored amongst her peers by Brahmin for her entrepreneurship and influence in the city.  She has recently added Morning News Contributor to her resume as she is a frequent guest on WCCB News Rising. She is a proud of graduate of The University of Alabama where she majored in Business Marketing and will serve on the board as their Social Media Chair on the Charlotte Alabama Alumni Chapter.  In her downtime, she enjoys time with her family, college football and networking as she quickly learned it’s all about who you know and most importantly who knows you.  ______  Shiftmakers to look out for: @Pnutbuttagellz | @beautytalkwithtam | @hannahshalom ______  Connect: IG: Instagram: @lorriashly | @gracefully5417  Website: linktr.ee/lorriashly  ______  Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review    ______  Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans    ______  Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt  ______  Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

EP 33 Born in Winston Salem, NC but raised in Charlotte, NC,  Jania was taught to give back at a very young age. She loves helping people to the best of her ability because she knows the value of opportunity. Being raised in a single parent home and having a supportive family to motivate, support and encourage her has been very instrumental in her willingness to help others. She earned her bachelor's in Biology with a Minor in Chemistry and Psychology from Winston Salem State University in 2004 and continued her education by obtaining her Master's in Healthcare Administration from the University of Phoenix in 2007. She has over 11+ years of experience in healthcare industry with knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance. She is a member of Junior League Charlotte and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, INC as well as former board member for several local non profit organizations. She was one of the 2015 40 under 40 honorees at Winston Salem State University. In May 2016, Jania was selected as the 1st US advocate for Mama Hope, a non profit organization who trains impact entrepreneurs from around the world. By December 2016, she was recognized in the Charlotte Observer as one of the, Seven to Watch in 2017, for her work in the Grier Heights community teaching youth ladies in the Stiletto Boss University youth entrepreneurship program. Currently, Jania is running Stiletto Boss University in addition to coaching and consulting for her clients under the JSM Consulting brand. She is also the Co-Founder of Women Entrepreneur 2.0 which empowers women to start their own business within the community. She is an avid volunteer in the community and maintains balance in her life through her relationship with God. For leisure, Jania loves to travel, eat great food and spend time with her family and friends. Her goal is simple, living out loud through implementing her dreams in giving back, making a difference and being the difference in the community. ______ Connect: IG:  Instagram: @dearjania | @jsmconsultingnow Website: https://www.jsmconsultingnow.com/ ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

Today I am bringing you a bonus episode of Breakout Shift Maker Coach Erica Michelle. She has been in the hair industry for many, many years. She began to see her story in her clients story which led her to go beyond the chair.  Sit back and tune in to her episode as she talks about her transition as a coach.  Connect: IG:  Instagram: @ coachericamichelle ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

EP 32: Simone Agoussoye, AKA the Aaliyah Artist,  is a DC Born contemporary Artist, and has been painting since she was a child. She loves doing portrait paintings and exploring new ways of painting with unique and different techniques and materials. Simone additionally does public and private paint and sip throughout the DMV area and overall loves inspiring others.  ______ Shiftmakers to look out for:  Daya  @justyurfriend ______ Connect: IG:  Instagram:  @simone_agoussoye  Website:  https://linktr.ee/simone_agoussoye  ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify ______ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

Ep 30   Addicted to achievement…You’re in great company, with nationally board certified Family Nurse Practitioner, innovator, and serial entrepreneur Veronica Southerland. Vee has made Charlotte her home for the past 13 years. Veronica affectionately known as Vee the NP brings 20 amazing years of experience in healthcare to the table. As currently the owner of her own private medical practice, Advanced Practice Care in Charlotte, she also created FLO HYDRATION & WELLNESS a concierge solution to IV vitamin hydration therapy in a relaxed atmosphere, the comfort of your home/office, or special event. Self care is intentional, and the first step to achieving this balance is from the inside out with good FLO & HYDRATION. ______ ______ Connect: IG:  IG: VeetheNP FB: VeetheNP ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

EP 31  From Features to Collaboration, Cory K Bennett or known as @CBbusyGrizzly is a male plus sizemodel, brand ambassador and social media influencer who is catching eyes and feels from styling men’s big and tall fashions to his philanthropic work with nonprofits, youth organizations, and community leadership. The North Carolina-based body-positive influencer regularly posts relative content on his social media channels to spread acceptance. ‘CB’ is anxious to work with new brands that are size inclusive to the plus community, while always keeping positive on stages, runways, and print campaigns. ______ Shiftmakers to look out for:  Gavin Boulware @iam_gavinb ______ Connect: IG:  Instagram: @cbbusygrizzly Website: https://www.cbbusygrizzly.com ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

  A'Laina is a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern in the state of Florida and is currently fulfilling the requirements to become a licensed clinician. She dreamt years ago of creating a safe space for women to gather and encourage one another. As a survivor of child abuse, homelessness, and depression, she has sought to bring awareness to this often-misunderstood topic.  She received a Bachelor of Social Work from Florida A&M University and a Master of Social Work with a Clinical Concentration from Florida State University. She’s  held positions within dependency case management as well as adult services. A’laina has also worked with individuals that present with mental health, developmental delays, and substance misuse related issues.  She has created The Therapeutic Couch which is dedicated to breaking the stigma associated with mental health within the African American community, with a focus on African American women young and old. This forum was created to explore healthy ways to address mental health concerns, provide self -care tips, and to discuss positive life styles.  ______ Connect: IG: @grungchic ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spot --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

  Taylore is founder of TayloreMade, LLC In 3.5 years, she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and Mass Communications graduating at the age of 20. She purchased her first home by 21 and second home by 25. Taylore has spent the last five years growing Ashtae Products while teaching seminars to both young and middle-age adults about small business growth hacking and social media marketing strategies. In her spare time, she manages 7 residential properties through her property management business. Michael and Ramona Woods have been married for over 22 years and are the parents of two daughters Taylore and Ashley. In 1994, the couple co-founded Ashtae Products, Inc, a multicultural hair care distribution company that sells products to beauty salon across the US, Canada, and Caribbean Islands.  In 1994, Michael and Ramona Woods, President/CEO and Vice President/CFO respectively, decided to take their experience and passion for the beauty industry to a new level. They recognized the need for a multi-cultural hair care company that served professional salons with high quality products and education. Most of all, the couple sought to help future clients grow their own businesses and prosper. So the couple began their quest by mortgaging their home and sacrificing personal items to raise the necessary cash to start their multicultural hair care brand ASHTAE. The company, Ashtae, is named after their two daughters, Ashley and Taylore. As difficult as it was in the early years of the company, Michael and Ramona never lost sight of their vision. They began by distributing their high quality hair care products from a barn behind their home. Mistakes made during the youth of the company taught them lessons that they now share with other new businesses. Their passion lies in helping people to balance family, faith and finances in order to reach their full potential. ______ Shiftmakers to look out for:  Andrew Nguyen @Brandwithdrew ______ Connect: IG:  Instagram: @ohemgeetaylore / @theramonawoods Facebook: @ohemgeetaylore Website: www.taylorewoods.com Website: https://www.michaelandramonawoods.com ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

 EP. 27: Jennifer Michelle is a model and talent coach based in Charlotte, North Carolina.  She has walked runways from Miami to New York and across the country in Los Angeles.  Jennifer has been published on Essence.com, The New York Times and internationally with the Guyana Times Newspaper. Her modeling career landed Jennifer the opportunity to host Everyday Runway, serve as fashion correspondent for The CW -WCCB Rising Runway and be featured globally with the hit television show Outcast on HBO and FOX. Transitioning from modeling into television and entertainment, Jennifer now makes her way up the ranks filming some of todays top shows and movies.  She has appeared on three shows with the BET Network, two movies and a number of other television shows.  Jennifer has worked with celebrities Marlon Wayans (Naked, In Living Color, White Chicks, The Wayans Bros), Loretta Devine (Dream Girls, Jumping The Broom, For Colored Girls), Charmin Lee (Girlfriends, The Inspectors) Scott Foley (Scandal), Thomas Davis (Carolina Panthers), Brandy (The Game), Claire Danes (Homeland), Mario Lopez (E News) and Gabrielle Union, Mario Van Peebles and Richard Roundtree (Being Mary Jane).   The list of celebrities, accomplishments and projects continues to grow as Jennifer shows the world why she is "More Than A Mannequin". ______ Shiftmakers to look out for:  Kiesha Cousar  https://www.instagram.com/kieshalcousar/ ______ Connect: IG: @its.jennifermichelle ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

Ashley Hunt is an East Charlotte native and a WSSU alumni. She is Creative Communications/PR Specialist for Bella Boca as well as HUNT PR. She is also the Creator of WomanityNOW along with Co-founder of QUEENS in the City. She is a Lover of arts, food, music & great vibes only.  One this episode we did a deep dive into her journey from college, to getting in the workforce, to finding her purpose in Public Relations.  _______ Shiftmakers to look out for:  * BeCulturED www.beculturedclt.com / @beculturedclt * Darren ‘Big Baby’ Brand www.darrenbrand.com / @darrenbrand_ * Freeman Capital www.freemancapital.co / @freemancapital + @invest.black * Inspire High Performance www.inspirehighperformance.com * Me3 Project www.me3project.com / @me3project * NEXXA www.nexxatransport.com / @nexxatransport * No Limit Larry @noleezy * Thomas Davis Defending Dreams Foundation www.defendingdreams.org / @defendingdreams58 * Zoe Nails at Ayrsley www.zoenailsatayrsley.com / @zoenailsatayrsley Chef Jeff Hunt, 920 Services www.920services.com / @920chef ______ Connect: IG:  Ashley ️ Hunt, Creative Communications Manager Bella Boca PR  www.bellaboca.com/owner-1 Freelance Public Relations Specialist, HUNT PR  http://bit.ly/ashleyrhunt / @arenee418 Creator of WomanityNOW, a movement empowering womanhood and humanity www.womanitynow.com / @womanitynow Co-Founder of QUEENS in the City (@_queensinthecity) ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify ______ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

 Ashley Hunt is an East Charlotte native and a WSSU alumni. She is Creative Communications/PR Specialist for Bella Boca as well as HUNT PR. She is also the Creator of WomanityNOW along with Co-founder of QUEENS in the City. She is a Lover of arts, food, music & great vibes only.  One this episode we did a deep dive into her journey from college, to getting in the workforce, to finding her purpose in Public Relations.  _______ Shiftmakers to look out for:  * BeCulturED www.beculturedclt.com / @beculturedclt * Darren ‘Big Baby’ Brand www.darrenbrand.com / @darrenbrand_ * Freeman Capital www.freemancapital.co / @freemancapital + @invest.black * Inspire High Performance www.inspirehighperformance.com * Me3 Project www.me3project.com / @me3project * NEXXA www.nexxatransport.com / @nexxatransport * No Limit Larry @noleezy * Thomas Davis Defending Dreams Foundation www.defendingdreams.org / @defendingdreams58 * Zoe Nails at Ayrsley www.zoenailsatayrsley.com / @zoenailsatayrsley Chef Jeff Hunt, 920 Services www.920services.com / @920chef ______ Connect: IG:  Ashley ️ Hunt, Creative Communications Manager Bella Boca PR  www.bellaboca.com/owner-1 Freelance Public Relations Specialist, HUNT PR  http://bit.ly/ashleyrhunt / @arenee418 Creator of WomanityNOW, a movement empowering womanhood and humanity www.womanitynow.com / @womanitynow Co-Founder of QUEENS in the City (@_queensinthecity) ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify ______ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

EP. 25  Alicia's purpose in life is to decrease the stigma around mental health. Throughout various outlets in her life she is able to fulfill that purpose In a variety of ways. As a change agent, she provides therapy from individuals to couples who may be dealing with life stressors. In that same capacity she provides clinical supervision and consultation to other clinicians practicing in the field.  As a creative, she is the  co-host of a podcast called 2 Elephants in the Room — with a purpose of educating the community about mental health and talking about uncomfortable conversations. She is also a lover of words, and created a poetry book about five years ago which is away for her to tap into her creative side and do some storytelling. In the role of Educator, she often provides training in the community, speaks on panels and events, teaches at Winthrop University and UNC Charlotte in the School of Social Work. More recently she is the creator of the Get Attune app where those seeking mental health treatment can connect with someone immediately through this app. _______ Shiftmakers to look out for:  Fab_roc_ ______ Connect: IG:  Building Endurance PLLC Get Attune ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplan Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify ______ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

LaKeshia Orr grew up in Cali, (aka Keshia from Cali) but grew a love for moving from city to city to experience life to the fullest. She moved to DC to attend Howard University, then to New York, Chicago, San Jose and San Diego all within a short time period. She had such a nomadic spirit, always on the move (literally lol).  The major shift she experienced came with my diagnosis of Pulmonary Hypertension in 2017. Her Pulmonologist took her off of work; told her she could no longer live alone; and put her on the NO FLY LIST. Talk about a major shift in my lifestyle!!  Imagine her sitting home, without a job, and unable to go anywhere. Smh! If you know Keshia you know she is waaaay too ambitious to sit at home and do nothing every single day. So she had to shift the plan.  Links mentioned in this episode: Project Management: https://monday.com/product/ Shiftmakers to look out for: Daymia Orr: https://www.instagram.com/memoriesmadebymya/ Connect: IG: @Keshiafromcali Website: https://www.lova.business/ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplan Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Share, Subscribe, and leave a Review --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support

Ep 23 - Kia Maz shifted from law enforcement into Holistic organizing. She does  estate Estate Management as well as holistic life and home organization. Most of her clients have anxiety and depression because of this she utilizes essential oils, aromatherapy, guided meditation and calm coaching to help them confront the disorganization in their lives.  Listen as she guides us through how her first client, who was a hoarder went from not having anyone in her home for 20 years to having a party and inviting guests after working with Kia. _______ Shiftmakers to look out for:   Camari Ellis Andrea Morgan Mprint Creations ______ Connect: IG: @zenhomeconcierge ______ Share, Subscribe, and Leave a Review   ______ Shift The Plan - @shifttheplanpodcast  Rhonda D. Evans - @therhondaevans   ______ Join The Tribe - @shift.makers.clt ______ Listen on Anchor.fm, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify ______ Sponsors: Flipboard: https://flipboard.com/ Brandless: brandless.com/listen   Get free shipping on orders of $48 or more Squarespace: squarespace.com/listen  Free Trial Use offer code LISTEN for 10% off your first purchase of your website or domain --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shifttheplan/support