Women Awakening with Cynthia James

Cindy Dibete is a seasoned Corporate Governance Strategist and accomplishedNon-Executive Director, with a distinguished career trajectory forged over 22 yearsas a Professional Accountant. Specializing in architecting strategies that fortifyorganizational resilience, Cindy seamlessly blends her financial acumen withentrepreneurial fervour.As a dynamic entrepreneur, she has masterfully intertwined personal passion withprofessional prowess, founding a Foundation dedicated to facilitating DivineConversations—an avenue for exploring unconventional discourse. Underpinningthis endeavour is a steadfast commitment to kindling the essence of life itself.Cindy's global odyssey as a world traveller has afforded her profound crossculturalinsights, enhancing her ability to curate culturally attuned perspectives.Leveraging this diverse experience, she meticulously assembles bespoke AdvisoryBoards for her boutique consultancy, fostering synergy between internationalexpertise and local context.Currently, Cindy is spearheading Divine Conversations' forthcoming flagshipevent—a landmark conference themed "South Africa as a destination," slated forAugust 2025. Cantered around the theme "Who am I to build a 100+ yearsbusiness," the event promises a unique convergence of entrepreneurial aspirationand self-discovery. With networking and collaborative ideation at its core, theconference seeks to forge transformative alliances and chart new frontiers inbusiness sustainability.

Lydia Knight is an internationally recognized eating disorder expert whose unwavering dedication has liberated over 1,000 women from the shackles of disordered eating, drawing from her own personal experience and freedom from an eating disorder. With a passion for understanding women’s complex relationship with food and body, her team has conducted over 5,000 in-depth interviews, gaining invaluable insights into the challenges faced by women in crisis. Lydia’s remarkable journey led her to establish The She Center, a revolutionary platform focused on female empowerment.At The She Center, their mission is clear: to revolutionize the human experience through female empowerment. With a particular emphasis on women struggling with their relationship with food, a challenge affecting up to 75% of women, Lydia and her team work tirelessly to support individuals in crisis and help them re-channel their resources toward prosperity. Their transformative approach goes beyond crisis resolution; it extends to empowering women to cultivate healthy relationships with themselves and others, master emotional intelligence, and confidently reconnect with their bodies.The profound transformation nurtured at The She Center sets women on a path of authenticity and purpose, paving the way for a remarkable legacy. By empowering women to ascend to their highest selves, Lydia and her team firmly believe that their collective rise revolutionizes the human experience, contributing to a world where empowerment and fulfillment are the norm. Welcome to The She Center—a place, a path, and a power that fosters the incredible potential within every woman to shape a brighter future for themselves and the world.

Cheryl Esposito is on a mission: to elevate humanity through leadership. She is Founder & CEO of ALEXSA CONSULTING,  a CEO Executive Coaching & Advisory firm. Cheryl and the coaches of Alexsa Consulting offer global leaders a unique, world class experience,transforming their leadership into a way of being.  The results are extraordinary.“Honoring the person and their innate nature is key. My purpose is coaching leaders to build on their strengths and reach into their core of integrity. We work in a collaborative way to shape them and their work in the world.”Over the years Cheryl has experienced the power of a simple conversation. If you want transformation, you need to change the conversation – with yourself and with others. She has seen this completely change the direction of a person’s life, where none was thought possible,and influence organizational success.Cheryl is the author of "In the Spirit of Leadership: A Vision Into A Different Future" which takes readers on a leadership journey through poems, questions, & stories of insight & vulnerability. Her work as a coach, international speaker and facilitator, has taken her places throughout the U.S., Rome, Italy; Paris, France; Prague, Czechoslovakia; Barcelona, Spain; Ecuador and New Zealand. She has conducted workshops and gatherings focusing on “Cultivating ThoughtLeadership”; “Transformation: Changing TheConversation”: and “Becoming: What Am I Here to Be?”As host of "LEADING CONVERSATIONS" radio show, Cheryl engages leaders in conversations that create a newfound sense of possibility in the world. Elevating humanity through leadership.Cheryl holds a master’s degree in Industrial Social Work from the University of Southern California, which provides her with a strong foundation and expertise in human behavior, organizational systems, workplace dynamics, and team and individual development. Her experience of the world’s cultures and a love of working with those who want more in life have long contributed to her success. “I am doing what I love most: inspiring the true self to be realized. It is an honor and a privilege to work with others in this way. ”.

Alicia Newton is the Founder and Chief Encourager at Learning Path, LLC, a learning and development company focused on Inclusive Leadership development. Coach, Facilitator, L&D Consultant, Instructional Designer and Recovery Advocate, Alicia holds a MA in Information and Learning Technologies with a Concentration in eLearning Design and Implementation, from the, University of Colorado, Denver. She is a sought after learning partner with a track record of developing new, experienced and executive inclusive leaders. Driven by a deep desire to help people grow and be their best selves Alicia engages with her community and with leaders across industry to help develop and support their most valuable resource, their people. Inclusive Leadership Development from the Inside Out is Learning Path’s tagline and central to Alicia’s strategic approach of values and strengths based leadership development. She helps leaders deepen their practice of values driven leadership that is fair and inclusive.

Patricia J. Rullo is the author of many books, including the recent Healthcare and Hospital Hazards, the patient safety/charity anthology titled Highway to Heart, Humor, and Honesty in Healthcare, and Speak Up and Stay Alive, a patient advocate hospital survival guide. She is a speaker and trainer on patient safety and host and producer of three nationally syndicated radio shows. (Speak Up and Stay Alive, Authors on Fire, and Eleven Cats Radio)Pat is a seasoned audiobook narrator and producer and offers her radio experience to help others host their own podcasts.   She founded the Firebird Book Awards and the Positive Change Podcast Awards. The submission fees are considered donations and are fully tax deductible, which supports Pat’s mission to help transform homeless shelters for women and children by making and sending fun and colorful handmade pillowcases and bedtime books for the children.  Pat has been rescued by 13 cats and not surprisingly, she is an accomplished litterbox scooper.   For more information visit http://www.speakuptalkradio.com

Suzanne Leydecker is a dynamic mother, philanthropist, speaker, and author with a passion for empowering women. Holding a master's degree in marriage and family counseling and a certificate in Spiritual Psychology, Suzanne blends her solid educational background with a holistic approach in her work.Residing between Aspen, Colorado, and Orlando, Florida, Suzanne is a guiding presence, dedicated to encouraging women to discover their purpose, prioritize self-care, and set meaningful boundaries in love and life. Her impactful vision is beautifully reflected in her memoir, "A Woman On Top: My Journey of Self-Discovery Through Love and Money." Suzanne's commitment extends beyond words, as she actively promotes self-care practices that nurture the mind, body, and spirit. Leveraging her expertise in counseling and spiritual psychology, she guides women in establishing boundaries aligned with their values. Encouraging women to view their unique gifts as assets, Suzanne instills confidence and resilience. Believing in the power of stepping beyond comfort zones, she motivates women to embrace new challenges. As a beacon of inspiration, Suzanne stands firm in her roles as a mother, philanthropist, speaker, and author, leaving a profound impact on the lives she touches.

Chantel Prat is a Professor at the University of Washington with appointments in the Departments of Psychology, Neuroscience, and Linguistics, and at the Institute for Learning and Brain Sciences, the Center for Neurotechnology, and the Institute for Neuroengineering. A cognitive neuroscientist by training, her interdisciplinary research investigates the biological basis of individual differences in cognition, with an emphasis on understanding the shared neural mechanisms underpinning language and higher-level executive functions. She is a recipient of the Tom Trabasso Young Investigator Award from the Society of Text and Discourse and a Pathway to Independence Award from the National Institute of Health. Her work has been supported by the National Institute of Health, the Office of Naval Research, and the Keck Foundation. Prat speaks internationally at events like The World Science Festival. She is featured in the documentary, I Am Human. Her studies have been profiled in media ranging from Scientific American, Psychology Today, and Science Daily to Rolling Stone, Popular Mechanics, Pacific Standard, Travel + Leisure, and National Public Radio.

Danijela is an esteemed Feng Shui & Space Healing Master renowned for her uniqueapproach that seamlessly merges the best practices of both modalities. With over20 years of experience, she has established herself as a transformative force in theindustry, dedicated to consulting businesses and homeowners, purifying energyfields, and creating harmonious spaces that thrive and evolve. As the founder of theprestigious School of Spiritual Design, Danijela extends her expertise by teaching FengShui and Space Healing, empowering aspiring practitioners to tap into their intuitiveabilities and make a meaningful impact in their clients’ lives.In addition to her mastery of Feng Shui and Space Healing, Danijela excels invarious other roles. As a CEO and investor, she demonstrates exceptional businessacumen, successfully navigating the complexities of the corporate world. Beyond herprofessional accomplishments, she expertly balances her personal and professionalresponsibilities as a devoted mother to four children, exemplifying resilience,dedication, and a deep understanding of nurturing spaces for growth and well-being.Danijela’s impact extends further as a mentor, where she leverages the principlesof Feng Shui to guide high-level business owners seeking to surpass conventionalstrategies. Her intuitive guidance and profound knowledge of energy flow enable herclients to unlock their full potential, creating thriving environments that align withtheir vision and goals. Through her transformative approach and unwavering passionfor helping others, Danijela continues to leave a lasting legacy of harmony, balance,and fulfillment in both individuals and spaces.

Wendy Wright is a Financial Therapist known for her expertise in merging psychology and finance. With credentials as a licensed therapist, money coach, author, and business owner, Wendy is a trailblazer in her field. Leveraging her diverse background as a former mortgage loan officer, business proprietor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she pioneers transformative financial therapy and money consulting. Wendy’s approach helps clients overcome psychological barriers impeding financial growth.As CEO of Financial Therapy Solutions, LLC, based in Denver, CO, Wendy offers virtual services in the US and internationally. Her impactful teachings shed light on the fusion of psychology and finance, guiding individuals toward financial clarity and empowerment. She is the author and creator behind the transformative Money Mindset Shift©, a program designed to foster healthier relationships with money. Wendy’s contributions mark her as a visionary bridging the gap between emotional well-being and fiscal success.

A born go-getter from early on, Samantha always knew shewas destined to do big things. Armed with her brokeragelicense and natural gift for being a connector, Samanthabegan her entrepreneurial journey co-founding Commercial Coverage Insurance Agency (CCIA) alongside her husband. From humble beginnings the pair quickly turned CCIA into awildly successful business, valued at an impressive eightfigures. Following her success with CCIA, Samantha knew it was time to lean into a passion that had inspired her from a very young age. Having never stopped thinking about the storiesher grandmother and hero, GG, would tell her about raising three children as a single mom in the 1950s.Samantha always noticed that in all her stories, her grandmother nevermentioned anyone helping her…or asking for help. She knew that her grandmother had done everything she could to rub her nickels together to make everything possible for herchildren.Inspired by this story, Samantha wanted to utilize her skillsas a self-starter and born networker to create a non-profitthat provided the much-valued support that many singlemothers need. Not one to waste any time, Samantha gotstraight to establishing The Sparkle Foundation, a non-profitdedicated to helping single women throughout the BayArea, the Inland Empire, and the Cities of Los Angeles andSacramento.In just a few short years, The Sparkle Foundation has seen anunprecedented amount of success, thanks to Samantha’ssheer determination and passion for giving back to her localcommunity. The Sparkle Foundations supports singlemothers and children with an array of initiatives includingenrichment scholarships for children, a Christmas holidaygift drive and back to school backpack drive.In addition to The Sparkle Foundation, Samanthaestablished SparkleBiz, which provides micro-loans forfemale-owned small businesses, and access to a large,connected network. Since its founding in 2016, The SparkleFoundation has raised more than $1 million—with everydollar reinvested in the community.Not one to stop there, Samantha wrote and self-published abook, Impact: Stories of Change Makers, Creators, andEveryday Women Doing Extraordinary Work and is also thehost of growing weekly podcast; InspiHER’d.Samantha’s mission to support and uplift women shinesthrough every project she takes on.

Alison Jacobson, renowned as the Midlife Maverick, embodies unwaveringresilience, having triumphed over profound grief and obstacles. Her journeyincludes navigating the heart-wrenching loss of her baby to Sudden Infant DeathSyndrome (SIDS), weathering the financial upheaval of divorce, and shoulderingthe role of caregiver for both her son, who has Intellectual Disabilities and herhusband, who battles Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis. At the remarkableage of 57, having never run more than a mile until the year prior, she conqueredthe iconic NYC Marathon, serving as a living testament that it is never too late forpersonal transformation.Alison is a dedicated advocate for women in midlife, helping them overcome selfdoubtand fear to achieve their goals and live joyful, successful, kick-ass lives intheir second chapter. Through her own tragedies and adversities, she empowerswomen to find life after loss, regain self-confidence to bravely move forwardpersonally and professionally, and take decisive action to make themselves thecenter of their own lives.As a highly accomplished coach, speaker, and author, Alisonempowers women in midlife to reignite their aspirations,reconstruct self-assurance, magnify happiness, and unlockthe abundance they genuinely deserve. Alison’s bookDaily Inspirations for Midlife Women: A Guide to Peace, Joy,Confidence, and Abundance was published last year.

After growing up in the 1950’s and 60’s outside of Boston and studying media at Northwestern University and Emerson College, Joanne Greene spent decades on San Francisco radio as a news anchor and talk show host. Currently, her memoir style micro-essays, set to music, can be heard on the podcast, “In This Story…with Joanne Greene”.Her sometimes provocative and always informative conversations with Gabi Moskowitz, a fellow writer thirty years her junior, grace the podcast, “All the F Words.” By Accident: A Memoir of Letting Go, is Joanne’s debut book, published in June 2023 by She Writes Press. She lives in Marin County, California with her husband and creative partner since 1980, and their nearly perfect Goldendoodle. Both sons, their wives, and two grandchildren, with another on the way, are thriving in Los Angeles.

Shirley Jones helps individuals write the story of their life along with their lessons learned so that they can leave a legacy. She is a spiritual channel and helps her clients access their memories in a healing process. She believes that telling our story helps transform our life from one of conflict to a heavenly delight, to love and to experience joy. Shirley selects her clientele very carefully and only works with those who have a great calling on their life.She helps them develop their vision, purpose and get clear on their why. By telling their story the client experiences an expansion of their consciousness and access to increased abundance. The client results are that they will have their book ready for publication and can choose how they wish to move forward.

Donna Orender learned early on that the games played on the courts and in the fields were a vital learning and proving ground for life’s opportunities. Recognized as a leader of growth and innovation in several high-profile companies, her ability to pivot as a former professional basketball athlete has served her well. Her passionate pursuit of working on behalf of women and girls is a result of her journey as a professional athlete, a corporate executive, a leader of an iconic women’s business, the WNBA, a board member and founder of Generation W. She has been recognized as one of the top 10 Most Powerful Women in sports and one of Newsweek`s100 most Influential people in the business of sports and is a best-selling author with her 2018 release of Wowsdom! the girl’s guide to the Positive and the Possible. In 2011 Donna launched Generation W, www.genwnow.com, a dynamic platform of education, inspiration and connection for women and girls, in the service of building community. It has changed the trajectory of thousands of lives who have become part of this inclusive and energetic community. Leveraging intergenerational connectivity and mentorship, Generation W and Generation WOW have positively impacted skills and opportunities while broadening perspectives on women’s equality and equity. Donna served 6 years as the President of the WNBA, during which time she solidified its base and led double digit growth in all key business metrics. Prior to the WNBA, Donna spent 17 years at the PGA TOUR serving in the Office of the Commissioner. She developed a global and domestic media business leading global production, programming, distribution and digital businesses for the TOUR.As the CEO of Orender Unlimited she works with companies on strategic and growth initiatives. She currently serves on the board of the SPAC Goal Acquisition Corporation as well as on the privately held World Surf League Board and Cre8tor, an Israeli based health and wellness manufacturing company. Her community board work includes the V Foundation for Cancer Research, Co-Chair of the UJA Sports for Youth Initiative, the Jacksonville Public Education Fund, the executive committee of the Jacksonville Chamber, Maccabi USA and a founding member of the board of Women in America. She has also been a Global Ambassador for Vital Voices, a Hall of Fame collegiate and professional athlete and a recipient of the March of Dimes Sports Leadership Award. She enjoys speaking on leadership, change and gender equity. She is a mom of twin sons and two step children.

Kathleen Lynch Bolduc, Born in Hartford, CT, 1962 to Irish Immigrants Dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, daughter Former Fortune 100 C-Suite executive: 25 years in Corporate Financial Services and Insurance; “Servant Leader” Wannabe piano bar singer: Road not taken…although I did volunteer as musicalprofit champion: “Transformational Leader” director for a children’s theater and sang the National Anthem at the Georgia Dome J Non-Survivor: Breast Cancer 2007 Mentor, Coach, Life Changer: I meet people where they are and support them with every aspect of their journey – primarily in economically underserved communities. Advocate: Brought closure to a family whose ancestors’ land was stolen from them over 100 years ago (2012) Rescuer: Living Kidney Donor 2017 Troubleshooter: Facilitating solutions for situational homelessness Lover of peace: Problem solver and mediator at ANY level. Competitive, compassionate, empathetic Boundaryless (sometimes this is draining) Complicated. I believe we are joined in an ancient and eternal union with humanity that cuts across barriers of time, convention, philosophy and definition. I believe that we have “soul friends”, or “Anam Cara” in Gaelic: when you find one, you have arrived at that most sacred place: Home. Favorite Quotes Ram Dass: “We’re all just walking each other home.” Jewel Kilcher: “…If praying were enough, it would have come to be” (from “A Life Uncommon”)

MILLEN LIVIS is a self-made millionaire who was able to beat the odds after she got divorced, depressed and financially broke, yet was able to transform her life… from the inside out. She is International Holistic Financial Independence Mentor, sought-after International Speaker on Personal Finance, Bestselling Author, Investor, and Entrepreneur. Former Wall Street Executive, M.B.A. graduate of the acclaimed Wharton Business School, and a holder of a Master’s Degree in Physics, Millen is also a certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) & Time Line Therapy® practitioner, certified Instant Miracle energy healer, and certified ThetaHealing practitioner. In her work, Millen combines her traditional and holistic education to help clients become financially savvy, so that they have more money with less stress and less risk and become Financially Independent (or retire) faster, and enjoy more freedom in their lives without having to worry about money. She does that by mentoring people in 4 areas of life that influence financial success the most – money mindset, money management, money investing, and spirituality – using the MILLENaire Method (her time-tested holistic system for creating Financial Independence). Millen is truly living her message – she is financially independent for over 13 years, owns beautiful homes in resort-like locations in the South of France and South Florida, and guides and supports her clients from all over the world.DareToChangeLife.com

Treva Graves, M.A. CCC-SLP is the founder & CEO of Bloom Personal Branding and author of Self-Doubt Detox –5 Steps to Beat Your Bully and Bloom Confidence which will be published in early 2023. A recognized expert in personal branding & executive impressions, Treva is best known as a confidence creator. Her insights have been featured on CBS, FOX, dr.laura.com, thriveglobal.com, Women's Inc., Biz Now and other local news affiliates and publications over the last 20 years. As a global personal brand strategist, she has worked with hundreds of clients ranging from 7 figure and startup entrepreneurs, New York Times bestselling authors, speakers, coaches, politicians, leaders, and business and sales professionals across a range of sectors to build influence, impact, credibility and income. Treva works with you to provide a focused portrait of your professional reputation –one that will be invaluable for your success. She has a passion for speaking, personal branding and working with clients to leverage quick wins with the long game in mind.

Jean Hendry is a Brilliance and Presence Expert, whose work is focused on supporting you in confidently living the fullest version of yourself by recognizing and owning your unique brilliance. Jean's transformation evolved out of many years of self-doubt, low self-esteem and “not good enough-itis” to recognizing and loving her gifts and beauty and confidently sharing them with the world. Her passion is helping women escape those traps and see the beauty in themselves, bringing their brilliant best to the world and having the confidence and the self-esteem to live the full life they deserve.

Akuyoe Graham is a performing artist and an Agape licensed Practitioner and Spiritual Counselor, born in Ghana, West Africa. She is the founder of the arts organization Spirit Awakening Foundation, named after her critically acclaimed one-woman play Spirit Awakening. As the foundation’s CEO Akuyoe oversees the implementation of her innovative arts programs in over 12 schools and also juvenile facilities for incarcerated children.Named one of the best nonprofits, the foundation has been recognized as a leader in transformational studies for systems involved youth and is currently scaling its programs for national implementation. Her play, essays and books are part of social and theater studies at USC, Berkeley and Stanford universities. The Foundation collaborates with LA County’s Department of Arts and Culture, LA County’s Probation Department, LA County Office of Education and numerous other organizations and institutions.She is also an award-winning actor. Recent films include Amazon’s Interference, Ben and Ara, The Woman in the Photo, Faith and Dreams and the online series Growing up immigrant. Alongside television shows and commercials.Akuyoe is a frequent TEDx speaker both locally and internationally. A Recipient of many awards including: LA Women’s Theatre’s Integrity Award; Black Women Lawyer’s Association Inspiration Spirit Award; A season for nonviolence Local Hero Award, The Children’s Life Saving Angel of the year Award, Artshare LA’s Artist of the Year Award, The Miriam Makeba Award, The Four Dames Freedom Award, The ARWEY Award amongst many others, culminating in being one of 2018’s Walden Award Honorees alongside her teacher and mentor Rev. Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith and Oprah Winfrey. Akuyoe gives All praises and glory to God

Unchained Empath is a podcast birthed from Shame. It’s safe to say that we all struggle at somepoint with feeling “less than”. What I didn’t know at the time was that all I needed was to see mylife from a different perspective and give myself some empathy. When I did this, the mask I hadworn of an angry person was suddenly tossed to the side and I was able to then choose who Iwanted to be. I lived for so long with my perspective being, I HAD to be angry to protect myself.That perspective shift, showing myself empathy as well as finding my faith in God, changed mylife.