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BOSS Member Spotlight: Parthenia Warford Richardson

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BACKGROUND Parthenia Warford Richardson, CEO/Founder of The Warford Foundation, a non-profit registered in the State of Maryland (501(3)c applied for) formed to assist military widows and single mothers financially in successfully completing nursing programs that will help them to contribute to society in an area of need while also increasing their sense of purpose and ability to become more self-sufficient. Helping others that are less fortunate is something that she loves to do, so this foundation will assist military widows and single mothers have the opportunity to get a degree to become a registered nurse. Her heart is with single mothers because she was one raising her two daughters while in the US Army. It is important for single mothers to understand mistakes happen but it is what you do to recover from that mistake can affect the rest of your life.  That's why she believes The Warford Foundation is a step in the right direction when unfortunate mistakes ar

Member Spotlight: All About Me by Antonina D. Geer

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Antonina D. Geer, MBA – C.E.O and Founder of Simplistic Financials, LLC I initially joined the BOSS Network upon the recommendation of my life coach, Lisa Nicole Bell.  However, I had no idea that I would encounter so many amazing women, who are just like me, in pursuit of living their purposed life and committed to making a positive impact in the world and in the lives of others.     The first day I joined, I was met with warm welcomes! I love that with the Boss Network, women are able to connect in an environment that is encouraging, supportive, and conducive to helping each other grow and succeed.  I am honored to be a part of such a diverse group of women with various talents and skills.  I believe that being a BLACKCARD member will aid in cultivating my continued growth as an entrepreneur and as an individual. As the C.E.O. of Simplistic Financials, I am passionate about helping entrepreneurs improve their bottom lines and experience continued success. I do this by teaching

BOSS Member Spotlight: Why I Joined BOSS by Dawn Danielle

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Hi! I initially joined the BOSS network as another avenue to promote my services  as a manicurist. I am one of the few manicurists in the city of Chicago who specialize in the new nail trends for professional women. Once I started reading the profiles I became excited to connect with wonderful women who are absolute jewels. I have met personal stylists, PR strategists, magazine owners and a host of other talented women. I know the power of networking. It is beyond collecting a bunch of business cards or trying to get people interested in your goods and services. Networking is about building relationships, adding value to someone else. If I need a graphic designer, I'm logging on to the BOSS network first. If I need a marketing czar, I'm skimming through my friends list before I ask someone outside the network for help. I became a Black card member because I provide premium services. I am a luxury brand, providing luxury services and I cater to the manicuring needs