Michelle Petties is a TEDx speaker, Food Story coach, and author of the award-winning, Amazon best-selling memoir, Leaving Large – The Stories of a Food Addict. For years, Michelle was a top performer for the most influential brands in media, including Radio One and Disney/ABC. Finally, the stressful and competitive media advertising space took a toll on her mental and physical health. After gaining and losing over 700 pounds, she finally discovered the “secret” to quieting the battle between her mind, body, and hunger – her “story.” Michelle’s memoir, a category winner in The 2022 Memoir Prize for Books, explores the deep emotional and psychological connections to food and how these "food stories" shape our eating behaviors and weight management struggles. Michelle developed a Prescriptive Writing Process to make peace with her mind, body, and food. Her approach emphasizes that the battle with weight isn't just about food but about the stories and emotions behind why we eat. By understanding and rewriting these narratives, individuals can achieve lasting transformation. She conducts healing- through-reading-writing-and-storytelling workshops where she teaches others how to find their food and personal truths. She offers various services, including workshops, retreats, and speaking engagements to show others how to uncover their food stories and transform how they manage their relationship with themselves, gain mastery over food, and uplevel performance. She speaks to organizations, large and small, sharing her insights and stories of hope, healing, triumph, and transformation. Her latest ebook, Mind Over Meals: 7 Secrets to Rewire Your Brain for Healthy Eating and High Performance, reveals her core principles for losing weight and keeping it off for good.

Meet Felicia Shanken Hello, my name is Felicia Shanken CEO/Founder of the Philadelphia Women’s Network Connection, LLC and PWNC Foundation Inc 501(c)(3) We are not just a business; we are a community. Felicia Shanken is a highly accomplished Women’s Strategist and Success Builder who has made significant contributions to the world of business. Her impressive track record speaks for itself. Felicia has been recognized by numerous publications and organizations for her outstanding work. For instance, “Fun Times Magazine” featured her in its March/April 2020 edition as part of the “2020 Philadelphia Who’s Who Black Women of Influence.” Moreover, “International Brainz Magazine” recognized her as an influential leader and business owner for small businesses in December 2020. In May 2021, she was named one of the “Top 50 Most Influential Women in Business” by “VIP Global Magazine.” “USA Today Black History Month Special Edition Magazine” acknowledged her for being a black-owned business in February 2022. Additionally, in the same month, “Alignable” named her the Local Business Person of the Year for Lower North Philadelphia. She is also a Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business Graduated Alumni, May 2023. Lastly, her work was recognized in the Philadelphia Inquirer’s April 2023 write-up on Women-Owned Businesses in Philadelphia, and The Global Institute for Human Excellence June 2023, Write up “The Women Success Builder.” A recipient of the Premier Dream Chasers Award presented by Acereel Studio, LLC, January 2024. Named again by “Alignable” in March 2024 for Local Business Person of the Year for Gilbertsville. Featured in “Top 100 Magazine for Innovators and Entrepreneurs” , March 2025 and recently recipient of the, “Trailblazer Award”, presented by the National Association of Women Business Owner (NAWBO) March 2025 . Medical Professional, before becoming a solo entrepreneur full-time 7 1/2 years ago. Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Gwynedd Mercy University. Worked for the Department of Veterans Affairs in Philadelphia for 9 1/2 years before deciding to pursue Entrepreneurship full-time. Raised in Queens, New York, moved to Philadelphia over 30 years ago where I met my husband, Paul a native Philadelphian. Recently moved to Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. We are avid travelers and love being at the beach. We are also parents to a 14-year-old rescued pit-bull mix named Maximus. ​

Rev. Christine Vaughan Davies is a dynamic speaker, writer, educator and spiritual practioner. She serves as an engaging pastoral educator, sharing insights and wisdom on important topics such as spirituality, listening, emotional intelligence, chaplaincy, grief and loss, self-care, and resiliency. Christine’s speaking and facillitation skills benefit organizations seeking keynotes, workshops or retreats. Additionally, she offers individual spiritual direction and consultation sessions, where she provides deep listening and compassionate presence. Christine is an ordained Presbyterian Minister, a Certified Educator with the Association of Clinical Pastoral Education, a Seminary Professor and a trained Spiritual Director. She earned her Master of Divinity degree from Princeton Theological Seminary and a Master of Social Work degree from Rutgers University. With over two decades of experience as a hospital chaplain, pastoral educator, cognitive behavioral therapist and healthcare administrator, Christine brings a wealth of real-world knowledge to her work. She lives with her family on a small farm in New Jersey and spends her time chasing chickens and chauffeuring her school-aged children to all their activities. Fun Facts: Christine has competed in many triathalons. She loves swimming and biking and just tries to survive the running portions. Christine is a beekeeper, who occasionally harvests honey from her hives unless her foe, the bear beats her to it. In addition to other formal rituals (which she is happy to help you cultivate), she believes drinking coffee and eating chocolate count as spiritual practices!

Olivier Mankondo is a speaker, author, and weight loss and wellness coach with a passion for helping people achieve optimal health. Olivier has been able to lose 35Kgs(5 ½ stone or 77 Lbs) in 9 months, reverse all his chronic diseases, and slow down quite dramatically his ageing process after adopting a plant-based nutrition. Since 2016, Olivier has not been sick a day and has since helped hundreds of people create an amazing level of health and vitality through his talk and his health coaching. He has completed the training program for weight loss coaching accredited by the International Association of Therapists. He is also the creator of the”3-Step Weight Loss & Wellness program” and the author of the book: “The Plant-based Nutrition: How It’s Going to Change Your Life” which has been translated into French as well. On a side note, Olivier can speak 4 languages including French.

Jesseca Tighe is a Career, Life, and Leadership Coach with a rich background in psychology and executive management. With a Ph.D. in Psychology and over 20 years of experience as an executive in healthcare and mental health, Jesseca has dedicated her career to empowering professionals and leaders who feel frustrated, stuck, or are seeking to elevate their leadership skills.

Empowering Communities Through Financial Expertise and Youth Mentorship Born in 1982 to Karen and Kenneth Harmon in North Philadelphia, Bydeia S. Harmon has dedicated his life to community upliftment through financial consulting and youth mentorship. A proud alumnus of Northeast High School's Magnet Program (Class of 1999), Bydeia pursued higher education at Delaware State University, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Finance and Banking in 2003. Professional Journey Bydeia's career commenced in 2004 with Bank of America in Center City Philadelphia, where he collaborated with local business owners and community leaders. His expertise expanded through roles as a mortgage loan officer at Bank of America and management positions at Wells Fargo and Santander Bank in Delaware. Currently, he leads his own financial consulting firm in the Philadelphia area, providing tailored financial solutions to clients and businesses. Community Engagement Beyond his professional endeavors, Bydeia is deeply committed to youth development. He coaches basketball at Mastery North Charter School in Germantown and mentors young athletes through Team Final/BBA on the national AAU circuit, serving the Pennsylvania and New Jersey regions. His dedication to service and entrepreneurship continues to inspire and effect positive change within his community. #ImpactfulBlack #BydeiaHarmon #FinancialConsulting #YouthMentorship #CommunityLeadership #BlackExcellence

COACH – Expertise: Leadership, Purpose & Professional Development Michelle Snow, is the Platinum Connect & Vision to Performance Coach formerly known as “Career Coach on Duty”. Michelle is a Philanthropist, Award Winning Coach, and the President & Executive Consultant of the multiple companies and the new non-profit “Grow Together Snow Foundation”. Michelle originally piloted as an entrepreneur in the year 2010. At the time, the primary concept was slated only for young adult mentoring in Professional & Leadership Development. After launching, the unthinkable ignited. Suddenly, Michelle found herself fighting for her life as she was incapacitated with the shocking diagnosis of Sarcoidosis. Her walking and standing ability was minimal. Public speaking was only a distant memory. The disease caused unbearable pain. Doctors told her that she would “be fine” in 15 or 20 years; by then the disease could reverse. Michelle spent much time in prayer. She held on to optimism and hope…in six months, Michelle Recovered! Today, Michelle and her companies continue to stretch its borders. She’s an expert in Leadership & Professional Development for educational institutions, corporations, businesses and community. Michelle is recognized by FORBES, Philadelphia City Council, Philadelphia Department of Commerce. She’s endorsed by SCOOP USA and Funtimes Magazine. She’s recognized by The Philadelphia Tribune, Philadelphia Magazine, and more.Michelle’s passion is best expressed in her personal mantra, “Grow Together”. Your #BestConnect2020 We Share and Recommend Professional Solutions Feel free to Contact Us today at (215) 360-3722 for any additional information or to see how we can serve you!

Dr. Joy Morgan is an international motivational speaker who empowers and inspires people to achieve greatness in their businesses, leadership, and personal life. She graduated from the University of Delaware with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, has a Masters Degree in Education Administration from Rutgers University, and an earned doctoral degree in Strategic Leadership from Regent University. Dr. Morgan has been featured on television and radio shows, and has shared her motivational messages in schools, Fortune 500 companies and non-profit organizations across the continental United States, St. Thomas, Bermuda, Canada, Qatar, and the U.K. Through Joy Morgan Motivates, she coaches individuals in 1) finding their voice and transforming them into a powerful public speaker, 2) writing, publishing and selling their books, 3) and turning their purpose and passion into a profitable business. Dr. Joy is the author of several books including Write It. Sell it. Tell it., How to Transform Your Message into a Profitable Book, Speaking Platform, and Coaching Business and Roadmap to Destiny, A 21-Day Devotional for those on the Pathway to Purpose.

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