Dabi's Daughter presents... "HerStory"

JACQUELINE RANKINS SMITH

Jacqueline starting her Career in Banking in the 1970's as a file clerk. With hard work, education, and a "Village", she was able to obtain her goal of the 1st Black Female in the Bank Management Training Program. She then went on to become the Assistant Branch Manager / Branch Operations Officer. Later she would move to Charlotte, NC as an International Banking Officer, then to Atlanta, GA as a Learning Deployment Generalist through their Training Department.

Jacqueline represents multiple decades of Women in Business. As she stated, "She had to learn to balance life and work to achieve her

If you are interested in more information or would like to be a part of her Network, please reach her at ⁠[email protected]

MRS. PORTER

Mrs. Porter is in her 5th year as an 8th grade math with CMS' Kennedy Middle School.  She became a teacher at the encouragement of her daughters after helping them with math and making it fun. Prior to her teaching career, Mrs. Porter worked in both the Public and Private Sector with an emphasis on exceeding the xpectations of all she served.  Mrs. Porter enjoys spending time with family, listening to music, and helping others. 

Mrs. Porter education includes a Full Athletic Scholarship where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.

Some strong fields she has worked in includes:

Banking Management/ Retail Management/ Social Worker/ Insurance.

She is most proud of her role as Teacher, where her students describe her as a “Momma Bear that does not play when it comes to Education”.  She brings light and enthusiasm wherever she goes.

We are very excited to introduce our Youth who serves on our Board of Directors. Please listen and help these young young ladies many accomplishments.

Brunella E is a High School Senior enrolled in a Dual Program (high school and college), with a 4.0 GPA. She plans to attend College with a specialization in Political Science, then continue on to Law School. She currently has Certificates in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Design. 

Brunella's roll on Dabi's Daughter Board of Directors is Interactive Project Manager and Executive Assistant.

Zakiya S is a High School Senior enrolled at Phillip O. Berry Academy, also with a 4.0 GPA. She plans to attend College and continue being an Entrepreneur in the future. She currently has Certificates in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Design.

Zakiya's roll on Dabi's Daughter Board of Directors is Social Media Manager and Creator.

Layla S is a High School Senior also enrolled at Phillip O. Berry Academy, with a 4.0 GPA. She plans to attend College for Psychology and Marketing, and is currently an Entrepreneur. She has won many Academic Scholarships to secure her future.

Layla's roll on Dabi's Daughter Board of Directors is Podcast Producer.

Dabi's Daughter is Proud to "Spotlight" a few Young Ladies. They have accomplished so much in such a short time. Please join us in meeting, listening, and following these Future "Shero's"... Meet five of the Best and Brightest Young Ladies in the Charlotte Area High Schools. They all come from different backgrounds, but are going to Spectacular places.

Ana G. is a hardworking high school senior who aspires to study Veterinary Medicine at a 4-year University in NC. She enjoy helping others, especially animals. She is definitely an empathetic and open-minded individual.

Cassidy Z is a high school Senior at Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology. She is an avid reader who writes poetry and practices martial arts in her free time. She hopes to find a high-earning career that fills her with passion and makes a significant impact on animal and environmental health.

Kayla S is a high school student and will graduate in 2023. She plans to attend a 4-year college Majoring in Computer Science and Minoring in Graphic Design. She enjoys doing makeup and playing The Sims, as well as love being creative and helping others.

Jaslynn is interested in becoming an interior designer or a graphic designer. Some of her hobbies include all things arts and crafts. She loves anything that involves her expressing her creativity in more than one way. Jaslynn plans on going to a 4-year university to pursue her career interest after high school.

Giselle R. is a current Senior at Phillip O Berry Academy of Technology and have plans to become a Computer Engineer. She plans to attend a 4-year University to pursue her passion of working with Technology and provide the field with more Latin X and female representation. She enjoy skating and drawing always love a challenge and the feeling of overcoming it.

Dabi's Daughter is Proud to "Spotlight" a few Young Ladies. They have accomplished so much in such a short time. Please join us in meeting, listening, and following these Future "Shero's"...

Meet five of the Best and Brightest Young Ladies in the Charlotte Area High Schools. They all come from different backgrounds, but are going to Spectacular places.

Please Follow us on Social Media Platforms: 

https://www.facebook.com/dabisdaughter/ 

https://www.instagram.com/dabisdaughter/

Youtube: @dabisdaughter8421

If you would like to be a Guest on Dabi's Daughter Presents.. HerStory, please contact us at: 

[email protected] | www.dabisdaughter.org | 980-210-3317

Produced by Layla S.

Hosted by Layla S. and Brunella E.

*New episodes monthly*

Ty practices in the areas of business litigation, real estate litigation, appellate practice, estate planning and judgment collection.

In his practice, Ty has represented clients in front of the District and Superior Court of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, the Western and Middle Federal District Courts of North Carolina as well as the North Carolina Court of Appeals. Ty has also practiced in front of the North Carolina Office of Administrative Hearings. He has also received his Bachelors in Psychology from Covenant College in May 2011. In addition to his studies he also played college baseball while attending Covenant College. Ty received his law degree from Charlotte School of Law in May 2015 as a member of the Moot Court Honor Board and Order of the Crown honor society. Aside from his work, Ty recharges by spending time with his family, camping, archery and making longbows.

Education:

-Law School: Charlotte School of Law

-Undergrad: Covenant College

Court Admissions:

-All State Courts in North Carolina

-U.S. District Court for the Western and Middle Districts of North Carolina

Awards/Honors:

-Super Lawyers, Rising Star.

-Legal Elite, for the Upstate of South Carolina

__

TLG Law Firm

2907 Providence Road, Suite 303

Charlotte, North Carolina 28211

Telephone | 704-900-2215 x113

__

Unlawful Games Archery

Custom-made, Hand-crafted Traditional style bows

www.unlawfulgamesarchery.com

[email protected]

Janine Davis

Radio Personality “JD The Diva” / WBAV-FM, V1019 FM

If the names JANINE DAVIS or JD sound familiar to you, then you have probably heard her on Charlotte radio in many forms. Her most famous – "JD, The Diva with the Dirt" – is the name that has branded this Greensboro, NC girl in the Queen City for more than two decades. "JD The Diva" is the spicy, bold and highly energetic radio and TV personality you hear hosting the midday shift (10am – 3pm) heard by more than 100,000 listeners each weekday at V 101.9.

An award-winning 30-year radio news and entertainment journalist, Janine brings her unique style of delivering entertainment, news, and inspiration to the airwaves. From her quick-witted ‘dirt’ on celebrities, the Facebook LIVE show featuring Janine’s Best Dance Moves to JD’s Inspirational Moment where she shares personal battles and triumphs, Janine keeps listeners engaged and entertained.

Her entertainment career includes interviews with celebrities like L.L. Cool J, Janet Jackson and dignitaries like former President Barack Obama. In the early part of her career, Janine was regarded as one of the top producers in the country of nationally syndicated “The Tom Joyner Morning Show”. She’s been recognized as ‘Woman of the Week’ by Women In Entertainment Empowerment Network (WEEN).

As a social impact entrepreneur, JD is highly regarded in the community after creating the nonprofit organization, Girl Talk Foundation, Inc. in 2003. It hosts structured programs to develop girls’ (ages 11-16) self-awareness, self-management and social competence. Since it’s inception, the Foundation has served more than 30,000 girls and their families.

JD is a champion making an impact in the community. She often serves as a guest contributor on WCCB-Charlotte, “The EDGE” as well as other television affiliates. She’s a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and unapologetically shouts “AGGIE PRIDE” when in support of her alma mater N.C. A&T State University – one of top 10 and largest historically black colleges and universities in the nation.

Janine lives by the motto: “Once you discover your greatness, you can be greater than great.”

A dynamic Entrepreneur, Inventor, Founder/CEO, Business Broker & Commercial Real Estate Broker.

Perky, LLC now carries 9 inventions for both men and women that solve clothing related problems- www.PerkyLLC.com

After waiting 6 years, the Perky Collar patent was finally issued in Oct. 2021.

On top of raising 6 kids and running a business, he also gives back to the community in several ways. 

Charlotte Entrepreneur Think Tank- https://www.facebook.com/groups/CharlotteEntrepreneurThinkTank/

Real Entrepreneur Experience and Learning 100 in CMS local Middle schools to teach kids about the invention process.  https://www.facebook.com/REEL100/

Podcaster, Radio and TV show host where he uses his experience to promote other businesses across the country. https://www.facebook.com/PerkyCollarRadioShow/

http://www.perkyllc.com/under the heading media.

https://anchor.fm/perkycollaradioshow

David auditioned for Shark Tank w/his oldest son, Bryce, in April 2017 with his invention, the Perky Collar- collar support system for dress shirts.

More contact information:

Perky Collar Kiosk- South Park Mall

[email protected]

Anthony is a Senior Account Executive for The Gatlic Group’s Charlotte, NC, branch. The Gatlic Group is the safest and fastest way to process credit cards. He runs the day-to-day operations, oversees employee training, product demos, contracts, software acquisitions and partnerships, as well as legal compliance with regards to processing credit cards.

Anthony is also currently the Vice President and Chair to the Membership Committee of BNI's South Park Producers Chapter here in Charlotte, NC.

Interesting fact: At age 17, he helped launch and guide the chain of Sobol Inc. stores in Staten Island, serving as an overseeing manager and operations director.

Contact Information:

https://www.thegatlicgroup.com

[email protected]

https://https://www.bni.com

LinkedIn: Anthony D’Arrigo

Phone: Office- 347-838-0188

Power Guest Speaker- Sarah-Jayne Juniper is a leader in Transformational Life Coaching. After struggling to understand her position in the world and the boundaries placed in front of her she set out to challenge barriers and the concept of societal norms. Since she accomplished a MSc Psychology, she has traveled the world and launched Sarah-Jayne Life Coach; a company fueled with determination- reconnecting individual’s with themselves and their surroundings, bringing balance back into their lives and enabling personal growth and fulfilment. Her clients are those who are ready to take life to the next level, face mental health with a forward-thinking attitude and eager to focus on reaching their full potential. 

Ten years from now, Sarah-Jayne aims to be connecting communities globally, to be partnering with inspirational companies who, at the core, believe that together we can change the way the world communicates and learns.

Contact Information: 

www.sjlifecoach.com

Instagram: @sarahjayne_lifecoach

uk.linkedin.com-sarah_jayne1

Facebook: Sarah-Jayne Life Coach