Busboys Books Presents: Use Your Voice, Make Some Noise & Break The Silence
Date and Time
Jul 11, 2019 6:30 pm
Location
Anacostia
2004 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20020
Jul 11, 2019 6:30 pm
Anacostia
This event is free to the public, seats are first come, first served. If you would like to RSVP for the event please click "BUY TICKETS" for a free RSVP.
Copies of Unbreakable Spirit and Breaking the Code of Silence, Now! will be available in our bookstore on the evening of the event. Full menu and bar will be available for purchase throughout the event.
One of the hardest things we can do is talk about the most painful things we’ve experienced.Â
It takes faith, boldness and an unbreakable spirit to break free from the things that have kept you bound. These women have virtually, linked arms, and broke the code of silence in their lives. Their stories are life-changing. It will empower you to break your silence and live in freedom, Now!.
Sha'Meca Latai' Oliver, Visionary (Moderator)
Sha’Meca Latai' Oliver, The "Root Coach", Girl Code Extraordinaire and Pastor. She gets you to the root of your issues, brings her expertise in empowering women and brings it all together with the Word of God. She knows that one of the best ways to lead someone is to, “Live What You Teach.†Her passion and voice to build others stems from her personal time of isolation and rejection. From these experiences, Sha'Meca has learned that women grow and thrive when in a supportive community; so she has committed to walking alongside women so that they won't have to "do life" alone. She is a believer, wife and mother of four.... Sha’Meca is the founder of Pneuma Breathe Ministries, whose purpose is to Reach, Train and Transform the lives of others through the wisdom and power of God. She is also the founder of Daughter to Daughter Women Chapters and Mentorship Program. As the fpunder and host of the "Building The Best You" show, Sha'Meca spotlights individuals who've exemplified trials to triumphant living. These testimonies serve to show the next woman, that she too, can be healed and successful. Her entrepreneurial spirit was cultivated by her parents who encouraged her to always dream, create and pursue. With their support she has inspired many through dance, acting, performing off-broadway and touring internationally. And, in keeping with her passion to build the next woman, she authored the book, "Believe You Can", a blueprint for getting started and finishing anything.
Lisa A. Matthews, Co-Author of Unbreakable Spirit & Breaking the Code of Silence, Now!
Lisa Matthews is a native Washingtonian. She currently for a national non-profit organization where her personal passion is aligned with its mission to strengthen communities. For over 15 years, she has been an agent for change and has served as a volunteer with numerous organizations where her intention is to empower individuals with disabilities and their families, and all who feel powerless to navigate systems that offer better outcomes that will improve the quality of their lives. Lisa is an Honoree Listee in the 2018 Who’s Who in America and has received several certificates of appreciation for her commitment to service. She is a co-author of the #1 International Bestseller book titled The Sisterhood folios, Unbreakable Spirt. Lisa has written articles for online publications and enjoys writing poetry. She also enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Nona Phinn - Co-Author of Unbreakable Spirit
Nona is principal and president of her boutique marketing and communications firm, THuS Marketing + Branding Services, where she focuses on developing audience intimacy for her clients by uncovering and crafting compelling brand stories through brand positioning, marketing planning, and content strategy build out. She is a #1 international best selling author and contributing writer for numerous publications to include Forbes.
As a single-mother, Nona takes pride in working not only to obtain the marketer of the year award but also mother of the year - needing only the vote of her daughter to win. A daughter who inspires Sharing Niomi, a platform, and blog she uses to encourage and strengthen other single-mothers.
Deona Hinton, Co-Author of Breaking The Code of Silence, Now!
Deona Hinton, the "Business Coach", inspires people to win! Growing up, she saw that the odds were against her. Being raised in an unorthodox home and in an underprivileged community, she understood that if she kept the same mindset, she would be a product of her environment. Deona decided that she was going to challenge herself and beat the odds. She had to sacrifice and save so that she could have financial security and teach others how to do the same. As a young woman and mother of three, she committed her skills and expertise as a valued employee to a corporation. She is the owner of a female minority owned business called, Denang’s Trucking, LLC. With over 33+ years of business operations experience, $3.4 Million Dollars in contracts, Deona is passionate and dedicated to empowering others to be Healthy and Wealthy. She understands that anyone can start from the bottom and rise to the top! Business Coach, Deona Hinton has launched her course called, “How to Start A Winning Businessâ€; providing business owners with a roadmap to maintaining a winning business.
Sherie Billingslea - Co-Author of Breaking The Code of Silence, Now!
Sherie Billingslea believes that “when we are aligned to work together, the light we each bring shines brighter and stronger than the Orion’s Belt.†Her belief came from many trials, tribulation, disappointment, achievements, accomplishments and more.
Sherie is the founder of Brown B.O.S.S. a consulting company that provides strategic visionary coaching services to entrepreneurs seeking to enhance their brand, products, or services. She is also a believer of Jesus Christ and believes that in order for anyone to have an authentic relationship with him, they must really be authentic with themselves. It's easier said than done, but if you put in the work you will see how marvelous He is and how you are His heir.
