Melanin Mavens You Should Follow, Grow and Glow With- In 2021

 

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Melanin Mavens are women of color who are making moves in their respective fields. Whether being entrepreneurs or mothers, these women balance it all –their way. You could learn something from them and them from you. That is what connecting and supporting is about. Take what will grow you and build on that. With every piece of knowledge, your crown stands straighter and your glow gets brighter.  These are Melanin Mavens are women you can follow, support and get to know. Meet them now.*

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“I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship.” ― Brené Brown

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Dr. Caroline Robinson   Dr. Caroline Robinson is a Chicago-based medical and cosmetic dermatologist and speaker whose subspecialities include ethnic skin dermatology. She is a board-certified physician and founder of Tone, “an innovative, patient -oriented medical and aesthetic office reimagining modern dermatologic care.”   Karine Jean Pierre  

Karine Jean Pierre is a speaker and author and Principal deputy press secretary for the Biden administration and gamechanger member of a first-ever all-female senior White House communications staff.  

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Brandy Stinson  

Brandy Stinson is a Georgia based LCSW and CEO/Founder of Pearls of Esther, Inc., “birthed from Brandy’s passion to see women living a life of WHOLENESS spiritually, emotionally, financially, and professionally.” She empowers women to turn their difficult circumstances around and continue to shine.      

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Zerina Akers Zerina Akers

is a Costume Designer and Wardrobe Curator. She is the founder of Black Owned Everything ™ and the Akers & Akers Foundation, non-profit organization that helps educate & empower future entrepreneurs.

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Courtney Hicks

Courtney Hicks is a former Behavioral Therapist and founder of The Mindset Collection, a women’s watch line that inspires women to recognize the power of their mindsets. Starting with one watch she now has a variety of products that give you “a daily reminder to shift your mindset and go after your dreams.

Marche Robinson Marche Robinson is a North Carolina based corporate attorney, blogger and YouTuber who shares her sense of humor and love of fashion, style, travel and more on her website and via her social media platforms.  

Sydney Sykes Sydney Sykes is the Cofounder of  BLCK VC, “a 501(c)(3)-pending nonprofit organization that equips Black investors with the access, education, and community they need to accelerate their careers in venture capital”.      

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Keisha Smith

Keisha Smith is an Author, Mentor, Speaker, Advocate and Founder of Crowned for Purpose, a Non-Profit Organization. She shares her truth and story of triumph and survival along with messages of faith in order to inspire, empower and transform others.   Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett is a research fellow and the scientific lead for the Coronavirus Vaccines & Immunopathogenesis Team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, Vaccine Research Center (VRC). She has been recognized for her role in pandemic COVID19 vaccine development.

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Brely Evans   Brely Evans is an Actress, Producer, Author and Speaker. Beyond her acting talent , she sings, models and empowers through her many entrepreneurial endeavors. She is also the founder of  Water Walkers Worldwide.  

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Rachel Rodgers  

Rachel Rodgers is  an intellectual property attorney, business coach, CEO and Author who “empowers women to build 1m mindsets and businesses” through her Hello Seven brand.  She spreads her message through her book, blog, podcast and masterclasses to help women grow and improve their brands.      

   

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Ashley Parke   Ashley Parke is a YouTuber and Influencer whose focus is fashion and style. She showcases everything you need to make your daily wardrobe pop -at home and at work. She empowers women to build their capsule style and how to make what they already have work for them.   Karen Blanchard  

Karen Blanchard,  also known as KarenBritChick is a London transplanted  YouTuber and Influencer currently based in New York whose thrifting habits are goals for many. Her fashion and lifestyle channel will highlight some of the best shopping locations in her area and beyond but also inspire to find your own.           All info/photos from the features various social media platforms.