Phaedra Anderson
Phaedra Anderson is a Child of God, an encourager, poet, writer, massage therapist and aspiring business owner. Her first book is scheduled to be published at the end of 2011. She has made contributions to the Philadelphia Daily News, The Germantown Courier, motivateus.com and Beyond Magazine.
She has a passion for motivating and serving and is apart of the Caring Center’s volunteer team in Philadelphia, where she serves as a massage therapist for individuals that are chronically and/or terminally ill. Phaedra, is a firm believer that a good word of encouragement and a healing touch has the ability to add value to the quality of life. Her desire to always be a bridge for someone is reflected in her work, as she strives to uplift, encourage, inspire and inform others in her writing. Phaedra can be contacted at Phaedra.Anderson@yahoo.com
Sylvia Browder
Sylvia Browder is CEO of Browder Consulting Group, a virtual small business consulting firm. In her role, she helps Women in Business grow and succeed. She is founder of National Association of Women on the Rise, a virtual community for aspiring and established women entrepreneurs. She can be reached at info@nawomenrise.com.
Tracey Brown
Tracey Brown, beauty expert based in Oakland, CA owns Brown Beauty Consulting, maintains her beauty blog- Blinging Beauty, writes for examiner.com and contributes to multiple online publications. After 30 years in the beauty industry as a makeup artist, esthetician and industry trainer, Tracey is now a brand strategist and journalist, being called upon for her experience by mediums as CNN and CBS. She has a penchant for red lipstick, red wine, eye cream and fabulous shoes. Contact her at tracey@brownbeauty.net
Candice N. Frederick
Founder/CEO of OhMyGosh (OMG) Alternative Medicine & Aromatherapy Spa/Salon Formulations, Candice bares the title of an outstanding Paramedical Skincare Specialist as well as a novel innovational developer in Biomedical/Chemical Engineering. Obtaining her Master’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering with a concentration in Polymer Studies from NYU Polytechnic in Brooklyn, NY was the main stepping stone towards her applying Biology along with technical engineering principles to provide innovation in the fields of medical instrumentation, researching medical ailments and product development.
Upon taking the big move to Miami, Florida from Virginia, Candice knew that Florida was the place for OMG to start its flagship. Always having a love for science and health she also adored beauty. In addition to her license in Paramedical Skincare, Candice is also certified in Ayurveda, Aromatherapy, Herbogoly, Microdermabrasion, and Rapid Exfoliants/Peels.
Angie G.
Angie G. is a trained life coach, author and co-founder of Over the Story,a blog designed to explore the myths that lead us to faulty conclusions about who we “should” be and how we “should” live and be in relationship with one another. In addition, she is a frequent contributor to multiple online publications.
Her greatest desire is to motivate and inspire women of color around the world- to learn, to grow, and ultimately to discover what is possible for us when we let go of our stories about who and what we “should” be. Angie G. can be contacted at overthestory@aol.com.
Nicky Gelin
Edgy, Stylish and an eye for colors, NickyG has been intrigued by fashion since the age of 5. She studied fashion at the Art Institute’s and has since worked for a variety of prestigious companies within the radio and television industrie; she has also styled various television hosts for local broadcasting in Miami, Florida. Working on several projects has prompted NickyG to enhance her fashion within the marketing and advertising industr, and later studied Marketing and Management at Florida Atlantic University.
NickyG is currently working on a few projects with various fashion publications for publishing. Aside from editing weekly articles on style and fashion, she is an avid blogger and is always on the lookout for the latest trends, emerging designers, and fashion news. NickyG has been an authority in wardrobe styling for 7 years and specializes in media, print, look-books, and fashion shows. You can catch her blogging at www.joli-moii.tumblr.com or for inquiries, you may contact her by email at NickyGelin@yahoo.com.
Vikki Hankins
Vikki Hankins is the author of Trauma and owner of A4J Publishing – a book publishing company that makes your dream of becoming a published author a reality. She ensures the author that use her company, receive strong royalty rates for their work/books and constantly seeks ways to help them promote their work. ‘There is power in the written word and a freedom that comes from opening up and revealing what’s in ones heart and mind.’
Outside of the literary world, she has a passion for law and politics. As President of Advocate 4 Justice, Vikki spends a great portion of her time volunteering to help others get their lives ‘back on track’ and raising awareness regarding issues surrounding the criminal justice system. In addition, she has a degree in Paralegal Studies (Cum Laude) and is currently pursuing her degree in Political Science with Law and Legal Studies as the concentration.
If you’d like to read more about Vikki and the work that she does visit her book publishing company at www.a4jpublishing.com, her personal website at www.vikkihankins.com and her work as an advocate at www.advocate4justice.org.
Jo Jo Harder
Jo Jo Harder is founder and CEO of the Jo Jo Companies, and living her dream as a fashion designer/stylist, publicist, and author. She is also a former contributor to Odyssey Couleur Magazine and Examiner.com. While writing her first book, Diva Dogs: A Style Guide to Living the Fabulous Life, Jo Jo created America’s Top Dog Model ® Contest on her website: www.americastopdogmodel.com, resulting in one of the “hottest” dog competitions in America. Many of America’s Top Dog Models ® are featured in Diva Dogs: A Style Guide To Living The Fabulous Life, Published by BowTie Press, in September 2008.
In April 2012, Jo Jo published her second book How to Become a Top Dog Model, the first modeling guide for dogs, available at eBook Retailers worldwide. As a contributor for Bronze Magazine, Jo Jo will inspire and motivate women by providing valuable information on important lifestyle topics, including fashion, beauty, travel and canine.
Contact Jo Jo Harder at jojostylmaker@aol.com.
Angela Harris
An accomplished author, Angela writes exceptional faith-based romance/self-help fiction novels that readers cannot put down. Important to note here – while the book are labeled fiction, the issues the characters face are real life, every day issues men and women are faced with on a daily basis. The books are designed to stimulate dialogue, and help individuals become introspective as to how they deal with their own relationship challenges. What is equally unique about the novels is the portrayal of African American Men in a positive light – a light not advocated as strongly in society. She is a well versed, heavily sought after, motivational speaker and a prolific bible teacher.
In her daily blog (Keeping it Real with Angela Harris) and her weekly column, Angela engages readers to review issues and endeavor to remove the finger pointing – victim mentality – from the equation, and challenges the readers to reflect on attitudes, ideals, habits, and belief that each may have interjected into the mix.
L. Denise Jackson
L. Denise is the Founder of the Professional Green Network, LDJ Solutions, LLC, the parent company of the PGN, and L. Denise Jackson, The Ideation Expert, her umbrella branding company, all based in Washington, DC. Her contribution to Bronze are articles on sustainable business and lifestyle.
L. Denise’s writing credits include: Contributing Writer for East of the River of the Hill Rag in Washington, DC and ChickLitGurrl; Author of Why I Love the Men of My Lifetime and Sustainable CEO Series – Elements of Success (coming soon to Nook); Contributing Author to Beyond the Body! Developing Inner Beauty.
Erica Johnson
Erica Johnson is the founder of GuidingU2Success.com, a company devoted to teaching single women around the world how to attract Mr. Right, increasing their self-love, all while creating the life that they truly want and desire.
Erica created the Mr. Right Attraction System ®, the proven step-by-step program that shows single women how to attract Mr. Right easily and effortlessly. Through her workshops, coaching programs, and products, Erica shows her students how to get what they want out of life.
To download Erica’s free guide “23 Tips to Attracting Mr. Right” and receive weekly Mr. Right Attraction tips and tools visit www.guidingu2success.com.
Dr. Tanya Manning-Yarde
Dr. Tanya Manning-Yarde has over ten years of educational and consulting experience. She is a former high school English/Language Arts teacher and assistant professor. She is currently a teacher trainer and instructional coach in the New York City area. She holds a Masters and a Ph.D in Education from the State University of New York at Albany. Tanya’s dynamic design and planning tools for curriculum mapping, literacy learning and classroom management skills are used by both individual instructors and entire schools.
Tanya is also an avid reader, writer and poet. Tanya has taught poetry writing and arranged spoken word forums for high school students. She is expecting to self publish her yet to be titled collection of poetry in 2012.
Tanya is the author of the blog, TMY_Chronicles (tmychronicles.wordpress.com), a 2011 Nominee for CBS New York’s Most Valuable Blogger. TMY_Chronicles is an exploration of educational topics and social commentary on urban education and women’s issues.
Tanya is married and an expectant mother. Tanya can be reached at tmy.chronicles@gmail.com.
Osundara Mayuri
Author, retired public school teacher, Osundara Mayuri is a native of Cleveland, Ohio, aka Verano LaRue or “Ronnie.”
In 1970, relocated to NYC after a career as a Computer Programmer to complete a degree program in the arts and in science education, resulting in a career as a public school teacher. Mayuri associated with other writers and began to write and perform poetry. She pursued training in world dance traditions and eventually studied and performed in places such as Korea and India. For 8 years, she worked as an Arts in Education Specialist providing public and private schools with world traditional musicians and dancers, facilitating change in the way classroom teachers teach and better ways for students to learn. Mayuri has extensively traveled to study cultural and spiritual practices gaining an understanding beyond appearance.
Mayuri’s interest in natural and alternative health traditions led to credentials as a Food Therapist. She has served as a vegetarian chef for several health organization retreats.
In 1996, she self published a booklet entitled: Healthy Eating For the Environment: Making Earthwise Choices to Benefit People and the Planet as a fundraiser to take her 6th grade science students from Harlem, NY to Biosphere II in Oracle, Arizona
Mayuri has written several unpublished books related to education and health. Her most recent published book entitled: The Book of Mayuri: Why We Can’t Have Peace and How We Can Have Peace was a response to the 9/11 World Trade tragedy in NYC.
The book is a call to understanding how we can have more peace and an intent to examine existing paradigms that are obstacles to peace.
“I am inspired by the word of God. For many years I have been led by His Holy Spirit who is the one that matures you in wisdom and understanding. All the glory goes to God. He gives us gifts and prepares us to ultimately glorify Him and His good works for our victory in Him.”
“No one knows the things of God except the Spirit of God.”1 Cor. 2:11
Sade Pizarro
Sade Pizarro is a Brooklyn based freelance fashion and beauty journalist. Her love of fashion and beauty has taken her from doing photo shoots, fashion shows and natural hair care events where she educates and empowers people to understand how to care for curly hair. Sade has branched out into having her own successful business and will be bringing that same enthusiasm to the Bronze Magazine readers who love all things hair.
Sade had been in the field of fashion for the last seven years. Her expertise includes high fashion, urban, print and commercial work. Over the last two years, Sade has launched her own fashion brand, 1GirlJewelry. This brand consists of accessories both women and men that range from East Indian fashion jewels to handmade pieces. Her company also supplies clients with styling services and event planning. Her latest venture of 1GirlCurls includes a natural hair social media resource and blog for natural and newly natural hair care and maintenance. Sade has recently launched the website www.1girlboutique.com, which encompasses both 1GirlJewelry and 1GirlCurls and SadeCorner You-tube channel to reach more followers. Providing an outlet for people an opportunity to shop, view her work and company overview of her services.
Pamela Sams
Pamela empowers women by teaching them how to manage their finances with confidence. She is a financial advisor in the Washington, DC metro area. As an advocate for financial literacy, Pamela conducts financial education workshops throughout the DC metro areas with employees of corporations, small businesses, schools, and churces. Her contributions to Bronze are articles on personal financial planning. You may contact her, online at http://pamelasams.com or by email: Pamela@MakingMoneySense.com
Tanya Smith
Certified Purposeful Branding and Marketing Coach™ Tanya Smith is among the top rising professionals in online brand marketing. She is founder of Be Promotable, a company that helps coaches, consultants, and other service-based solopreneurs apply smart promotion and marketing techniques. A gifted business strategist with a unique analytical style, Tanya’s specialty is in sharing step-by-step strategies and internet technologies that raise the visibility of entrepreneurs so they can market themselves as power players in their industry.
Described by some as “a God-send” and by others as a “walking Google”, over the years Tanya’s expertise has been finely groomed through higher education as an MBA and a number of professional certifications such as the Certified Purposeful Branding & Marketing Coach ™, Certified Career Management Coach ™, Certified Leadership & Talent Management Coach ™, Professional in HR (PHR), Reach Certified Online Identity Strategist and more. Her perspectives have been featured in radio, print, and a number of well-known publications including Bronze Magazine and Build Your Business: 70 Tips From A Collection of Experts. Tanya has been a guest speaker for various national organizations and events, including delivering a world-wide simulcast for the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES).
In 2011, Tanya was named in the top 10 of Most Intriguing Women by the National Association for Women on the Rise and 50 Fabulous Women Entrepreneurs by Black Business Women Online. Her philosophy on life is that “my daughters and my husband inspire me daily to reach higher, think bigger, and live passionately with no regrets.”
Kellea Tibbs
A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Kellea attended Kent State University (c/o 1997), holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Studies and she has completed courses for an Event Management Certificate from George Washington University in Washington, DC. Kellea’s background and experience comes from over 13 years in Higher Education and she has served at several collegiate institutions. Kellea has interests in writing, blogging, poetry, special events, teaching and most recently, Public Relations and Media Literacy. She proudly serves as the president of The Kent State University Black Alumni Chapter and she is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Kellea is excited about being in her 30’s and all of the ups and downs, adventures and challenges that come with it. Her column, “the 30 & over project” chronicles the lifestyle of the 30 & over woman and more of her writing can be found at http://www.lifestyle30.wordpress.com. And in an effort to make herself read and stay up on the latest literature, Kellea also has her own book review site, http://mysummerreadinglist.blogspot.com and spends lots of time on Goodreads (http://www.goodreads.com/ivywriter ) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/ivywriter) .
Cheryl Woodruff-Brooks
Cheryl Woodruff-Brooks is the founder and Chief Creative Officer of Nilaja, LLC. Her designs have been in the possession of celebrities such as Beyonce, Kym Whitley and Venus and Serena Williams. Cheryl has been featured in Today’s Black woman, Cleveland magazine and Houston Sun News Online. Cheryl ‘s writing credits come from a variety of areas. She won several writing scholarship essays to put herself through college, she is a songwriter and a member of ASCAP and was marketing editor for her school newspaper in graduate school. She currently blogs about fashion on Word Press and Blogger. You can check out her retail website at http://www.nilajabycherylbrooks.com/