Chancellor I'Ashea Myles made history as the first African-American female civil trial court judge elected in Nashville, Tennessee. Though her academic journey began with a focus on vocal performance, she pivoted her career toward law, relying on her faith, family and the guidance of mentors to chart her path to the bench. Her remarkable journey, marked by resilience and determination, inspires hope in young people as she encourages them to pursue their dreams. Myles uses her position to advocate for mentorship and sponsorship across the legal profession, empowering the next generation of lawyers to succeed.