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Pernessa C. Seele

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#277 Cherishing Golden Memories with Dr. Sherri Garrett

Dr. Sherri Garrett, a native of Cedartown, GA, grew up as an Army brat. She is the daughter of the late Sgt. Lloyd Garrett and the late Clara Garrett. After graduation from Clark College in 1976, Sherri began her career as a teacher at Cedartown High School, Polk County, Georgia. During that time, she earned a Masters of Education degree in Curriculum /Supervision from the University of West Georgia. Following her stint at Cedartown High she moved to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and taught English for 7 years at Boyd Anderson High School. In 1986, she was called back to Polk County, GA to serve as the school district’s elementary curriculum director and, simultaneously, serve as an interim elementary principal. In 1988, a new journey led her to various administrative positions with McGraw-Hill Publishing and McDougal-Littell Publishing Companies. Her 20 year affiliation with these textbook publishing companies bolstered her love of books and reading. After her retirement from textbook publishing Sherri decided to go back to school to pursue a doctorate at the University of Georgia. While pursuing her degree, she continued to teach as an assistant professor at Brenau University in Gainesville, Ga., and as a literacy coach for the two middle schools in Polk County. In 2015 she was awarded a PhD in Language and Literacy. Also in 2015 Sherri embarked on her final leg of employment as a certified English teacher taking a position at Lithia Springs High School in Douglas County. In 2018, Dr. Sherri Garrett retired officially. But it did not stop there… Dr. Garrett keeps busy with the following organizations: · Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. for 50+ years; · Board Member of Polk County Historical Society · Book Reviewer for Ferst Readers, Inc. · Administrator of the Elm Street High School and the Cedar Hill High School historical Facebook Groups · Works with the Summerhill Legacy Group (Cartersville, GA) and the Black High School Reunion. · Member of the Georgia Black History Trail Initiative. Dr. Garrett is a member of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Powder Springs, Ga. and she is single with no children.

37 min
7 MAY

#276 Policy in Practice: A Mother’s Day Reflection with Pamela Price

Pamela D. Price currently serves as the Deputy Director for The Balm In Gilead, managing the various health initiatives of the organization. Under her leadership, the organization provides support to faith institutions in areas of program design, implementation, and evaluation, which strengthen their capacity to deliver programs and services that contribute to the elimination of health disparities. In addition to her role as Deputy Director, she also serves as the Director for The National Brain Health Center for African-Americans. As the Center’s director, she co-developed a six-part educational curriculum for nurses and allied healthcare professionals aimed at addressing knowledge gaps related to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias affecting African Americans. She also co-authored and facilitates an accredited training for healthcare providers and clinicians, aimed at increasing cultural competencies related to the screening, diagnosis, and treatment of dementia in African Americans among providers. Mrs. Price holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health and has more than 20 years of experience in public health, epidemiology, and healthcare. She has served as a member of the U.S. Army Nurse Corp and excelled in both government and non-governmental agencies, providing leadership and guidance on program management, quality improvement, and project development. Mrs. Price has conducted hundreds of training sessions across the country with various nursing associations, healthcare organizations, and conferences.

34 min
16 APR

#275 The Legacy Assignment: Walking in What Was Built Before You

Pastor C.J. Matthews, II serves as Executive Pastor and Pastor in Succession of Mt. Sinai-Friendship United Church in Cleveland, Ohio, where he ministers alongside his father, Rev. Dr. C. Jay Matthews. In this unique role, he is both honoring a rich pastoral legacy and preparing to carry that vision forward for the next generation. A dynamic and innovative thought leader, Pastor C.J. is known for delivering impactful messages at the intersection of faith, fitness, and finances—empowering individuals to pursue holistic transformation in every area of their lives. He is especially gifted in leveraging digital platforms and emerging technologies to expand the reach of the Gospel, creating engaging and relevant ministry experiences that meet people where they are. With a passion for connection and a commitment to forward-thinking ministry, Pastor C.J. continues to develop creative strategies that inspire individuals and communities to walk in purpose, wholeness, and victory.

28 min
2 APR

#274 Joy in the Journey: What Holy Week Teaches Us About Joy

Rev. Dr. Zina Jacque, Ph.D., is a seasoned leader in higher education, ministry, nonprofit innovation, and community transformation. She spent two decades in student services leadership at institutions including Northwestern University, the University of Chicago, Mills College, and the University of California, guiding students toward academic success and personal confidence. Answering her call to ministry, she earned both an M.Div. and Doctor of Theology from Boston University and went on to serve in diverse church contexts, concluding her congregational leadership at the historic Alfred Street Baptist Church. Dr. Jacque has also served as adjunct faculty at the University of Chicago Divinity School and Boston University School of Theology. Her community impact includes serving as the first Executive Director of the Boston Ten Point Coalition, a nationally recognized violence-reduction initiative, and founding the Pastoral Counseling Center of Trinity Church Boston. She currently serves as President and Board Chair of National Senior Communities, the largest nonprofit portfolio of continuing-care retirement communities in the nation. A co-founder and host of the dialogue series Courageous Conversations, Dr. Jacque has engaged leading voices across culture and faith to foster spaces of inclusion and belonging. She has also reached a wide digital audience through her devotional reflection series, A Sacred Pause, offering moments of spiritual grounding and encouragement to thousands.

31 min
26 MAR

#273 Rest as Resistance: Reimagining Strength for Black Women Today

Dr. Shayla Walker is a licensed clinical social worker, professor, workshop facilitator, and public speaker. With bachelor and master degrees in social work (BSW and MSW) and a PhD in Transformative Social Change, she brings over a decade of experience addressing mental health, belonging, racial justice, and restorative healing. Known for blending scholarship with authentic lived experience, Dr. Walker delivers engaging, relatable, and transformative experiences for higher education institutions, nonprofits, state agencies, conferences, and corporate DEI initiatives.

28 min
19 MAR

#272 The Hot Pink Shoes: A Story of Grief, Legacy and Bouncing Back!

Maya Dionne is a bestselling author, widow coach, and CEO/Founder of Purpose2Platform LLC and Widows DO Bounce Back LLC. With over 20 years of experience in IT and writing, she blends technology, creative strategy, and behavioral psychology to empower writers in building their platforms in one business; and helping widows create lives they truly love in the other. Through Purpose2Platform, Maya helps aspiring authors take their books from concept to bestseller, offering coaching, project management, and marketing services. Her work has been featured on national widowhood advocacy stages like Camp Widow, she has accomplished 5 bestselling books as a solo and collaborative author, and she has written for major publications such as Parents and Bumble. Maya has also been featured on FOX, WUSA9, The CW, and CBS, sharing her message with widows worldwide. As a coach at Finding #NextYOU, she provides transformational support for widows, helping them heal with intention, rediscover their purpose, and move forward with strength. Maya's passion lies in unlocking potential —whether for a writer or a widow—and providing them with the tools they need to thrive. Maya can be found on Instagram as @thebouncebackwidow and reached on her website at www.mayadionne.com.

33 min
12 MAR

#271 Women Who Soar: Legacy, Purpose, and the Power of Pathmakers

Sharvette Mitchell, CEO of Mitchell Productions, is more than a business leader and marketing consultant; she’s THE PLATFORM BUILDER®. Her vision, ingenuity, and extensive 25-year background in corporate America at Capital One Bank, coupled with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Virginia Commonwealth University, have crystallized her reputation as a foremost authority in the marketing landscape. Sharvette’s unique approach, encapsulated in her trademarked framework THE PLATFORM BUILDER®, has become a beacon for small businesses seeking to amplify their brand. Sharvette has been featured in publications such as Yahoo! Finance, AARP, Huffington Post, HOPE for Women Magazine, CBNation and Sista Sense Magazine. She has authored seven book collaborations. Since 2008, her radio show “The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show” has produced over 770+ episodes and has been a platform for marketing insights, powerful conversations, and interviews, resonating with listeners and viewers across multiple audio and live-streaming platforms.

29 min
5 MAR

#270 Beyond the Diagnosis: Survivor, Advocate, Changemaker

CiNease Freeman is a Richmond, Virginia-based colorectal cancer survivor and advocate, diagnosed with Stage 3 rectal cancer in June 2022 at the age of 28. She is active in raising awareness, particularly around the rise of young-onset colorectal cancer, and is featured in national campaigns.

28 min

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Pernessa C. Seele
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