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Karen Zapp, Financial Educator for HowMoneyWorks

August 2, 2024 by Mike

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Karen Zapp, Financial Educator for HowMoneyWorks

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Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Karen Zapp/HowMoneyWorks

Karen Zappe is a Financial Educator for HowMoneyWorks. She’s also a former Naval Officer and she had a long career in engineering.

HowMoneyWorks teaches people how money really works because it’s not being taught in schools. Understanding how money works – the basics of personal finance – is an essential life skill that everyone needs each and every day. They teach the WHAT and the HOW so your families, friends, neighbors, and communities can be financially literate and not simply educated. They teach from the book, How Money Works – Stop Being a Sucker. It’s the top-selling book on personal finance since 2020. It’s been featured on national TV over 370 time (plus radio, web media, and more) and seen by over 125 million viewers on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, CNBC, etc. HowMoneyWorks’ crusade is to erase financial illiteracy, because the less you know… the more the finance industry makes.

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Amber Baird, Principal and Co-Founder of McLaren Accord Consulting

July 26, 2024 by Mike

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Amber Baird, Principal and Co-Founder of McLaren Accord Consulting

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Amber Baird/McLaren Accord Consulting

With over 15 years of experience in product marketing, strategy, and consulting, Amber Baird excels in transforming positive customer experiences into tangible business growth. Having served in leadership roles in several consulting firms and in corporate America, Amber brings a unique perspective on what drives success. As Head of Product Marketing & Strategy at Ware2Go, a UPS-backed logistics and technology start-up, Amber maximized growth and market penetration through customer-focused strategies and innovative go-to-market initiatives.

Now, as Principal and co-founder of McLaren Accord Consulting, Amber specializes in bridging the gap between high-level strategy and ground-level execution. She prioritizes open communication and strong relationships to ensure alignment from C-suite executives to frontline teams, delivering practical and impactful results. Her customer-centric approach combines analytical thinking with a human touch, essential for sustainable growth in today’s competitive landscape.

Outside of work, Amber finds inspiration exploring Atlanta’s mountain trails and planning travel adventures with her husband. Their 2 cats must sadly remain at home. Balancing professional dedication and personal creativity fuels her ability to think outside the box and drive exceptional business outcomes.

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Lucy Mejia, Owner of The Junkluggers of Atlanta Metro East

July 19, 2024 by Mike

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Lucy Mejia, Owner of The Junkluggers of Atlanta Metro East

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Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Lucy Mejia/The Junkluggers of Atlanta Metro East

Lucy Mejia is a dedicated wife and mother of two small children, an Atlanta native, and a proud alumna of Georgia State University. She holds an undergraduate degree in Environmental Geology and a graduate degree in Environmental Geosciences. Before starting her business, Lucy gained valuable experience working with gas and water utility companies in GIS (Geographical Information Systems).

As the owner of The Junkluggers of Atlanta Metro East, Lucy leads a community-driven, eco-friendly, minority-owned business committed to making a positive impact. Certified as a Minority Owned Enterprise by the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council, her business takes pride in its diverse and inclusive approach. Connecting resources through recycling, donating to local non-profits, and supporting other small businesses is a passion of Lucy’s driving the businesses mission to create a more sustainable and connected community. At The Junkluggers of Atlanta Metro East, the team believes in the power of small actions to create meaningful change. With Lucy’s leadership and commitment to responsible disposal, they strive to declutter spaces while uplifting communities, ensuring that every piece of junk tells a story of positive impact and sustainability.

Beyond her business, Lucy is deeply engaged in her community. She serves as an ambassador for the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, where she was awarded Ambassador of the Year for 2023-2024, sits on the Board of Directors for Dekalb Senior Provider Network, and is an active member of the Peachtree Corners Business Association and various other organizations. Through her various roles, Lucy works tirelessly towards a more connected and thriving Atlanta Metro East. In her free time, Lucy enjoys spending time with friends and family, cooking, camping, traveling, and reading.

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DeeDee Trotter, Olympic Champion and Owner of Taste of Gold Bakery

July 12, 2024 by Mike

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DeeDee Trotter, Olympic Champion and Owner of Taste of Gold Bakery

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DeeDee Trotter/Taste of Gold Bakery

DeeDee Trotter, Olympic Champion and Owner of Taste of Gold Bakery, exploded on the Elite Track and Field scene in 2004. That year, she would win the prestigious NCAA title and become an Olympic finalist in the 400 meters, finishing fifth overall. Her Olympic debut was capped by a gold medal in the 4x400m relay, and she concluded the year ranked fourth in the world. DeeDee is a three-time World Champion in the 4×400 meter relay, a three-time 400 meter U.S. Champion, and a three-time Olympian, accomplishments that rank her amongst the greatest female athletes in the world.

Shortly after the 2008 Olympic games, DeeDee would have a knee surgery that would ultimately set her back three years, and many thought her career was over and done with. Trotter continued to push on despite her inability to compete at the level she once achieved with grace and ease. She set her sights on the 2012 London Olympics and refused to take anything less than a victory back home. Step by step, she climbed her way from the bottom to the top, having the most consistent season of her entire career and once again earning a chance at the Olympic gold. In London, Trotter unleashed her inner warrior on the track to clinch her first individual Olympic medal, bringing home the bronze in the women’s 400m race. She would also lead the United States 4x400m relay to a Gold medal, giving her team an almost 10-meter lead over the entire field as the USA’s first leg.

DeeDee has been sharing her motivational message all over the world. She uses her personal experiences as a 400 meter sprinter and her journey to the Olympic podium to motivate others to pursue and achieve their dreams. DeeDee believes that encouraging others to believe in themselves is one of her greatest gifts and purpose of her life.

After competing 13 years as a professional athlete, DeeDee pursued her dream of becoming a professional pastry chef. At the age of 39, she graduated from the art institute of Atlanta with a perfect 4.0 GPA, which earned her Valedictorian and Top Pastry Students honors. Deedee is now living her dream as the Head Pastry Chef at one of the top golf clubs in Atlanta and she is also the Executive Chef of her own bakery, cleverly named “Taste of Gold”!

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Joy Monroe, Founder/CEO of SPARC (Single Parent Alliance & Resource Center)

June 14, 2024 by Mike

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Joy Monroe, Founder/CEO of SPARC (Single Parent Alliance & Resource Center)

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Joy Monroe/SPARC (Single Parent Alliance & Resource Center)

Joy Monroe, the Founder/CEO of SPARC (Single Parent Alliance & Resource Center), has dedicated her professional life to ensuring equity for single parents and their children. She founded SPARC after moving to Atlanta from New York and experiencing firsthand the challenges single parents face without extended family and community support. SPARC was born as a support group in Joy’s living room to provide support, social capital, and parenting education to single moms in her neighborhood. Over the years, SPARC has grown into an award winning, internationally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Joy has been recognized by the White House as well as locally for her work with single parent families. SPARC serves hundreds of families each year ensuring that single parents know that, although they are single, they are not alone.

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Robin Mauck, Executive Director for Obria Medical Clinics

June 7, 2024 by Mike

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Robin Mauck, Executive Director for Obria Medical Clinics

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Robin Mauck/Obria Medical Clinics

Robin Mauck is the Executive Director for Obria Medical Clinics. She is a native of Georgia, resident of Gwinnett County for the past 24 years and has always had a passion to serve those around her. She is mom to six daughters, Marmee to 7 grandlittles, and married to her husband, Stacey, auctioneer by trade, for 34 years. Robin has earned a BS in Education, an MS in Education Administration, and an MBA in Healthcare Management. After graduating college, she worked as an Interior Decorator for a couple of years and as an Administrative Assistant for the Resolution Trust Corporation. After beginning a family, she chose to stay home and homeschooled their daughters for 15 years. During this time, she volunteered with the youth in her church for 9 years, served as the Race Director for The Gwinnett Life Run for 3 years, volunteered at Obria for 9 years, and served on the Council at Archer High School. In 2013, she began working part-time for the Chick-fil-A on Scenic Highway in Snellville as their Marketing Director, and then became the Executive Director of Obria in 2015 after serving on the Board for few years.

Robin remains actively plugged into her community. Currently she serves on the Compassion39 Board, Women’s Leadership Council for Northside Gwinnett Hospital, The Infant & Maternal Mortality Action Team for Gwinnett, is a member of the Gwinnett Chamber Chairman’s Club, is a graduate of Leadership Gwinnett class of 2020, and the winner of the 2023 Moxie Enlightened Employer Award for Gwinnett County! She and her husband host a small group for young married couples, hoping to instill in them the qualities of a successful marriage. She wears many hats and loves to help others navigate the challenges of maintaining a healthy balance in their work, home and friend relationships.

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JeJuan Stewart, Founder of EAGLE 7 Consulting

May 31, 2024 by Mike

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JeJuan Stewart, Founder of EAGLE 7 Consulting

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JeJuan Stewart/EAGLE 7 Consulting & The John and JeJuan Stewart, Jr. Foundation

JeJuan Stewart is the CEO and Lead Consultant of EAGLE 7 Consulting which has been serving families in Metro-Atlanta for over 11 years. As a retired PA Anesthetist, and now small business owner, JeJuan has designed EAGLE 7 Consulting to address the needs of underrepresented communities through innovative solutions. Solutions that are committed to empowering all to give, lead & excel (EAGLE). She is a STEAMM Advocate and Parent Coach, who is determined to disrupt the why parents are engaged.

JeJuan is also the Executive Director for the John & JeJuan Stewart, Jr. Foundation. Their vision is to create a group of focused, empowered youth who make a positive difference as individuals in their families and communities. Through tutorship, learning programs, and leadership training, they aim to raise the bar in the community and impact the next generation.

As a mother of four amazing children who are now adults, and eight delightful grandchildren. JeJuan has worked in the Metro-Atlanta area for over 30 years and currently resides in the Stone Mountain area. She enjoys connecting-the-dots in her community and baking lemon pound cakes (her specialty).

Whether it is serving the marginalized parent community or aligning organizations to increase their impact, she remains committed to cultivating relationships through servant-leadership by the Power of One.

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Dr. Marshauna Sagesse, Clinical Pharmacist and CEO of MGS Wellness Pharmacy Consulting and CPR Training

May 17, 2024 by Mike

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Dr. Marshauna Sagesse, Clinical Pharmacist and CEO of MGS Wellness Pharmacy Consulting and CPR Training

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Dr. Marshauna Sagesse/MGS Wellness Pharmacy Consulting and CPR Training

Dr. Marshauna Sagesse is a distinguished Clinical Pharmacist and the visionary CEO of MGS Wellness Pharmacy Consulting and CPR Training. Dr. Sagesse embarked on her academic journey at the University of Kentucky for her undergraduate studies, later pursuing her passion for pharmacy at Mercer University in Atlanta. She was recognized as a spotlight ambassador in 2023 for her contributions to the CDC Foundation’s “Live to the Beat” campaign, and her commitment to advancing public health through innovative initiatives has garnered admiration and accolades within the healthcare community.

Dr. Sagesse has held key leadership roles including pharmacy management positions at Publix Pharmacy and Walgreens, where she specialized in specialty pharmacy management. She served as a medical injectables Clinical Pharmacist for Anthem, laying the foundation for her entrepreneurial endeavor. Dr. Sagesse’s multifaceted skill set encompasses medication therapy management, specialty drugs, and navigating complex prior authorizations, reflecting her dedication to optimizing patient care. Additionally, she is a certified American Heart Association CPR Instructor and esteemed faculty member, imparting life-saving skills to healthcare professionals and the community alike.

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Anitra Moodie, Experienced Financial Professional

May 10, 2024 by Mike

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Anitra Moodie, Experienced Financial Professional

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Anitra Moodie/Experienced Financial Professional

Anitra Moodie is a professional Financial Advisor. With a dedication to guiding individuals and businesses in wealth creation, preservation, and growth, Anitra’s innovative strategies have earned her esteemed recognition. Since the inception of her career, Anitra has consistently showcased her exceptional talents, earning prestigious accolades including the Bronze Eagle Award, Life Producer Award, and Career Success Award, among others.

Beyond the realm of finance, Anitra finds joy in exploring the far reaches of the globe and maintaining a healthy lifestyle through regular workouts. Looking forward, she envisions expanding her practice remotely while immersing herself in the diverse cultures and landscapes of the world. In Anitra’s philosophy, life is a fleeting journey, and money serves as a tool to enrich experiences and create lasting memories.

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