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The Art of Being Seen by Dr. Pam Perry

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Dr. Pam Perry is an award-winning communications and PR professional. She helps established experts and experienced entrepreneurs stand out from the crowd, enabling them to attract clients by promoting their buzz-worthy brand story. She is the publisher of SPEAKERS MAGAZINE and podcast host of Get Out There and Get Known. Known as the master of connecting the right people, for the right project, at the right time, Dr. Pam Perry PR works hard to help her clients brand (and get paid) like a superstar. For more information, visit www.pamperrypr.com . Get Out There. Get Known. Speak. Sell. Shine. For too long, brilliant voices have been hidden in plain sight. Authors with powerful books. Speakers with transformative messages. Experts with game-changing ideas. Yet the world cannot celebrate what it cannot see. Visibility is not vanity. Visibility is vital. In a world where people Google you before they book you, credibility is currency. If your name isn’t showing up, you are not getting ...
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Wealth Building Through Purpose By Dr. Yvette Gavin

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Dr. Yvette Gavin , CEO of Yvette Gavin Consulting, is a seasoned leadership strategist, executive coach, and trainer. Through her SBA 8(a) and WOSB-certified firm, she partners with federal agencies, corporations, and nonprofits to deliver innovative workforce solutions that drive leadership excellence, organizational growth, and lasting impact. Purpose has the power to create prosperity. When women show up boldly in their calling, we don’t just do meaningful work — we build lasting wealth. There’s something powerful about walking fully in your purpose — that moment when your gifts, preparation, and confidence finally meet opportunity. For women, those moments often come when we dare to step into spaces that weren’t originally designed with us in mind — and make them our own. That’s exactly what happened during my recent work in Seattle, where the Yvette Gavin Consulting team facilitated a partnering session for a federal project. Standing in that room, I was reminded of how much possi...
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Effective Social Media Strategies for Chicago Nonprofits by Lenora Blackamore

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At MECCA, we Make Engaging Creative Content Always. 
 We equip entrepreneurs with smart tools, digital systems, and standout content to help them thrive online. Whether it’s building your brand, automating your customer journey, or managing your digital assets— we’re your trusted design partner, every step of the way. We help black women entrepreneurs like you build their businesses online, create amazing content, and post consistently to various platforms, which gives you time and energy to focus on your business. My brand is the only one that builds high-quality, customized websites, while also delivering comprehensive tech and digital solutions to help your business grow, streamline operations, and stay ahead in the digital landscape. Planning Fundraising Campaigns   Successful fundraising campaigns require strategic planning. Tips include aligning campaigns with relevant events, holidays, or donor milestones, using multiple platforms to maximize reach and engagement, and tailor...
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Living Your Dream: How to Follow Your Passion Without Waiting for Permission by Suzanne Peters

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Suzanne Peters  is a full-time day trader, award-winning speaker, author, and founder of the Woman To Woman Network. She creates time, financial, and location freedom while inspiring women to step into their power, embrace bold reinvention, and live life unapologetically on their own terms. Let’s get real for a second: you can be “successful” on paper—titles, accolades, even influence—but still feel like something’s missing. That was me. I was a speaker, a business owner, running the Woman To Woman Network , and empowering women every single day. And yet… I felt stuck. Like I was living someone else’s idea of success instead of my own. I wanted more. I wanted freedom. I wanted to wake up every morning excited, not exhausted. I wanted to live a life that felt like me —not what anyone else said I should do. Here’s the truth: no one is going to hand you your dream. No one is going to say, “Go ahead, you can live your passion now.” You have to give yourself permission. And yes, it’s sc...
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Finish Strong: 4th Quarter Strategies Every Entrepreneur Should Implement by Dr. Trina Pullum

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R enowned for her dynamic leadership,  Dr. Catrina  has curated a distinguished career, navigating the intricacies of the entertainment realm and corporate landscape. As a sought-after consultant, she's known for orchestrating success stories and infusing projects with a unique blend of vision and business acumen. The 4th quarter isn’t just the end of the year—it’s your final lap, your opportunity to turn momentum into measurable success. For entrepreneurs, this is the season to refocus, reenergize, and refine. Whether you’re closing deals, reassessing goals, or setting the tone for the new year, how you finish the 4th quarter often determines how you begin the next. Here are key strategies every entrepreneur should implement to finish strong. 1. Reflect, Review, and Realign Before charging forward, take a moment to look back. The final quarter is the perfect time to review your performance from the first three quarters. Ask yourself: What worked well? What didn’t go as planne...
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From Hustle to Freedom: How To Build A Life You Don’t Need a Vacation From by Suzanne Peters

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Suzanne Peters is a full-time day trader, award-winning speaker, author, and founder of the Woman To Woman Network. She creates time, financial, and location freedom while inspiring women to step into their power, embrace bold reinvention, and live life unapologetically on their own terms.   There was a time when my days were full — and my heart was empty. On the outside, I had everything: I was an award-winning speaker, author, and business owner. But behind the scenes, I was tired. I was doing all the right things, working hard, showing up, checking every box — yet I still felt like something was missing. No one ever tells you that success can become another form of survival. You can be winning in business, inspiring others, and still feel trapped in a cycle that leaves no space for you. I was constantly pouring out and rarely pouring back in. I wanted more than success — I wanted freedom. Real freedom. Not the kind that comes from a paycheck or a plane ticket. The kind that com...
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Building Trust: Branding Tips for Chicago Small Businesses by Lenora Blackamore

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At MECCA, we Make Engaging Creative Content Always. 
 We equip entrepreneurs with smart tools, digital systems, and standout content to help them thrive online. Whether it’s building your brand, automating your customer journey, or managing your digital assets— we’re your trusted design partner, every step of the way. We help black women entrepreneurs like you build their businesses online, create amazing content, and post consistently to various platforms, which gives you time and energy to focus on your business. My brand is the only one that builds high-quality, customized websites, while also delivering comprehensive tech and digital solutions to help your business grow, streamline operations, and stay ahead in the digital landscape. For Chicago entrepreneurs, building a strong brand is about more than just colors, logos, or catchy taglines; it’s about creating a sense of trust and connection within the local community. In today’s competitive market, where small businesses face cha...
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