If you think LinkedIn is just for seeking employment, think again. Robin Wilson Tucker, President of Wilson Consulting LLC, shares insights on the many ways you can use the platform for information, education, and inspiration. How did she go from an engineering background to consulting and perfecting the art of LinkedIn? Tune in and have your notebooks ready!

About Robin:

Robin Wilson Tucker is a dynamic entrepreneur, seasoned consultant, and passionate advocate for personal and professional growth. Born in Pine Bluff, AR,
and raised in Morrilton, AR., Robin's early experiences instilled in her a strong sense of curiosity, creativity, and drive. These qualities laid the foundation for her journey of lifelong learning, entrepreneurship, and leadership.

Robin holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Arkansas and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. which fueled her passion for process
improvement, professional development, and helping others achieve success. Her career spans 20+ years across diverse industries, where she honed her expertise
in organizational efficiency, process improvement, and strategic planning. Known for her ability to connect with others and deliver results, Robin has become a trusted advisor to clients ranging from small businesses to individuals seeking to advance their careers and businesses.

In her entrepreneurial journey as the President of Wilson Consulting, LLC, Robin has transformed her vision of helping others into a thriving business. Specializing in process improvement, career services, and professional training, her company empowers clients to streamline operations, enhance their personal brands, and achieve measurable growth. A notable highlight of her work includes hosting a 3-day LinkedIn Profile Challenge and the Power Profile Lunch & Learn, which provided practical tools and strategies for career advancement, along with engaging high school/college students in workshops on personal branding and
interviewing basics.

Outside of her professional pursuits, Robin enjoys traveling, shopping, and spending time with family. She also thrives on giving back to her community by mentoring the next generation of leaders and contributing her expertise to help individuals and organizations succeed.

Robin’s story is one of resilience, faith, and impact. Her dedication to empowering others and creating meaningful change continues to inspire those around her and drive the mission of Wilson Consulting, LLC forward.

Connect with Robin:

FACEBOOK: @WilsonConsultingMemphis
LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/robin-wilson-tucker/
IG: @wilsonconsultllc
X: @WilsonConsult1
YouTube: @WilsonConsultingLLC

Tune in and listen as guest Kalyn Fahie shares her journey from Detroit, MI to St. Lucia, VI and her transitional journey to survival and service spanning two decades. She proves that when you have an assigned purpose to do something, the provision to make it happen will make its way to you!

About Kalyn:

Kalyn Fahie is a survivor of domestic violence and sexual assault and an advocate who works to end domestic and sexual violence. She founded the nonprofit organization Sisters Acquiring Financial Empowerment (SAFE) in April 2006. Kalyn has worked for IDVACC, The Institute on Domestic Violence in the African American Community, and the Virgin Islands Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Coalition.

Kalyn is a sought-after national speaker at local, state, and national conferences. She was featured in an article on domestic violence written by the White House in Essence Magazine and has received multiple honors and awards, including the 2009 National Network to End Domestic Violence’s “Spirit of Advocacy Award.”

Kalyn currently serves as a Training and Technical Assistance Manager for Ujima Inc., The National Center on Violence Against Women in the Black Community. In addition to her advocacy work, Kalyn offers coaching services that focus on personal empowerment, healing, and legacy-building. She is also the creator of the Dreams and Visions Workbook: Plan, Reflect, Take Action with Faith and Purpose, a faith-based guide that helps women set meaningful goals, reflect deeply, and move forward with purpose.

She is currently writing her memoir, which is scheduled for release in 2026.

Connect with Kalyn:

kalyn@kalynfahie.com

www.KalynFahie.com

313-492-8069

IG & Tiktok @mskalyn

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572607616125

https://substack.com/@kalynfahie

Arlene brings her whole self to this interview. It's reflective, unapologetic & filled with joy and insightful perspectives. Listen to how we uplift collective collaboration, how to bring inclusivity and wellness to workspaces, and foster true transformation. This episode is filled with so many informative gems around hurt, resilience, and healing!

About Arlene:

Arlene Vassell (she/her/hers) is a nationally recognized speaker, trainer, facilitator and thought leader. She is the Founding Director for the TooREL Institute for Social Change, an organization she launched in 2023, after nearly three decades of leadership in the non-profit sector.

Arlene has devoted her entire career to ending and preventing gender-based violence, disrupting systems of inequality and oppression, promoting leadership advancement of people of color, and developing equity-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally relevant programming. Her “formal” advocacy work
began in Virginia at the YWCA Women’s Advocacy Program. She later served in various leadership roles at the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance (VSDVAA), the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence (FCADV), and the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV).
Arlene has led and developed dozens of national campaigns, programs, and initiatives intended to prevent gender-based violence, shift organizational cultures, and accelerate mindset and behavior change across all levels of the social ecological model. She has delivered thousands of hours of trainings
and capacity building support to government agencies, nonprofits, coalitions, and community-based organizations on topics related to creating inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environments for both survivors and advocates.

In addition to her advocacy work, Arlene is a certified transformational coach, using her lived experiences and expertise to help individuals and organizations navigate personal and systemic transformation—empowering individuals to unlock their full potential, overcome challenges, and create meaningful, sustainable change in their lives and communities.

Most importantly, Arlene is a proud immigrant from Jamaica, a mother, an Auntie to many, a five-time self-published author, a joy seeker, and a hope dealer.
She brings her core values of faith, integrity, justice, joy, authenticity, and community into everything she does—creating spaces where people feel seen, empowered, and inspired to navigate life with confidence, boldness, intentionality, purpose, and authenticity.

Connect with Arlene:
Email: avassell@toorelinstitute.org

TooREL: https://www.toorelinstitute.org/

ACV Coaching & Consulting: https://arlenecvassell.com/

Randall had a chosen profession in mind but his father encouraged him to 'try' a different path instead. His chosen path has taken him on a creative journey with the help of Robotics and Legos! Tune in for the details and learn how you and your youth can get involved.

Professional Experiences: Mr. Randall C. Phillips is a Professional, an Electronics
Engineer of Technologies, a FIRST ® LEGO® League (FLL) Community-based LEGO Robotics Coach of 2 Teams, a former FIRST ® Senior Mentor, a Capstone Instructional Coordinator, and a K12 Instructor/Technical Coach covering Memphis, TN & the surrounding Tri-State area. Phillips has a passion for
Engineering, Technology, and all things STREAM/STEAM/STEM-based. With over 38 years of experience in various Information Technology fields, Phillips gladly shares his knowledge with others. This information-sharing is evident from his time as an Adjunct Instructor at Remington College (formerly Southeast College of Technology), Vatterott College (On-Site & On-Line), Junior Achievement of Memphis, CodeCrew, FIRST, and several hands-on workshops and presentations throughout the Tri-State community (TN, AR, & MS). Currently, Phillips has been working for the past 5-Years on a committee in starting “Fair Break
Federal Credit Union” and acquired their Full Charter on May 30th, 2024. Fair Break FCU will be in Full-service capacity in the 3rd Quarter of 2025.

Beginnings: Mr. Randall C. Phillips was born in Chicago, IL, USA, and currently lives in Bartlett, TN. Phillips is an entrepreneur of two businesses, a for-profit named “CLP, Inc. Systems” (CLP=Computer Language People) where he is a Networking/Computing/IT Consultant, and a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) public charitable organization named “The LOL Shoppe, Inc.” (LOL=Life of Learning) where he is the LEGO® Robotics Coach & Trainer supporting STREAM/STEAM/STEM.

Volunteerism: Phillips volunteers under FIRST as a FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Challenge & Explore Robotics Coach for a set community-based Teams, and He serves as a Business Mentor for a FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Team that is under the Main Memphis public library for the Cloud901 program. In addition to those teams, he has mentored his HS Alum Forrest City High School's FRC Team in Forrest City, AR, and had mentored a previous FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Team in Olive Branch, MS & future VEX Robotics assistance hosted by Mentoring Youth Through Technology (MYTT), plus looking forward to VEX Robotics & SeaPerch and/or MATE ROV (Underwater Robotics [ROV=Remotely Operated Vehicle]).

Personal Life: Phillips has been married to his wife, Leslie, for 24 years. They have a son, LaZerek, who is an Alabama A&M University graduate, a daughter, Jewyl, a 2nd year college student at MTSU, and another daughter, Sasha, currently in the 7th Grade at Elmore Park MS in Bartlett.
Phillips has high values and expectations for himself and for others around him. His ethics and high expectations have guided his career path to lead him and to lift others to the next level of achievement. Phillips is continuing to look into the future and cannot wait to see or predict what will be next!

Connect with Randall:

• Facebook
  • @Randall C. Phillips
  • @The STEMulators Robotics
  • @The LOL Shoppe, Inc.
• LinkedIn
  • @Randall C. Phillips
  • @The LOL Shoppe, LLC
• eMail
  • LEGO.Robotics.Coach.RCP@TheLOLShoppeInc.Org

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Learn what it means to be a kid again, have fun, find joy, and allow your passion to find you! Senior Director of Learning and Development Kellie Wilson shares her eclectic, creative journey that led her to Playworks. Learn how she brings her unique gifts and talents to our youth while leading adults with innovative programming and professional development.

About Kellie Wilson:

Kellie is the Senior Manager of Learning and Development at Playworks. She's a passionate leader dedicated to youth development, DEI, and leadership growth. She strives to foster resilience, creativity, and authenticity in future leaders. At Playworks, she has managed 30+ school partnerships, building strong relationships with school districts, community organizations, and funders in Philadelphia, Chester, and Camden.

A North Philadelphia native, Kellie holds degrees from Penn State and Temple University. As a Learning & Development Manager, she meets people where they are while guiding them toward growth. Her expertise extends to DEI coaching and national training. She is also a respected youth basketball coach and was honored as the 76ers Jr. NBA Coach of the Year in 2021.

In her free time, Kellie enjoys family trips with her fiancée, Brittany, and son, Carter. She also loves photography, DJing, and spending time with her nieces, nephews, and godchildren.

Connect with Kellie:

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/kelliewilson

We often hear stories of trauma and its negative impact, leaving us to wonder what, if any, good can come from those experiences. Today's podcast goes beyond sensationalism and fully embraces survival, success, and sustainability after trauma. We go deeper into the inspiration of her latest book! Deborah Halvorson's interview is both inspiring and intentional when it comes to all things Beyond Surviving: coaching, the true essence of community, love, life lessons, impactful tools, and more!

About Deborah Halvorson:

Deborah Halvorson is passionate about helping people to help themselves. She is the owner and founder of Through the Jungle, LLC, a life coaching business whose primary focus is to assist sexual assault survivors to create and experience a life beyond surviving. She walks along with each client on their journey of healing, hope, and empowerment—beyond surviving.

Deb is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach trained and certified by the Co-Active Training Institute. She is a Certified Trauma-Informed Coach, a trained Sexual Assault Advocate, and an Associate Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation.

Deb is the author of the recently published book “Out of the Basement – Beyond Surviving Sexual Assault.” The book is an invitation to all survivors to access their inherent courage, resilience, and strength. To learn how to live beyond surviving. To step into healing, hope, and empowerment. It’s an opportunity of each survivor to rediscover who they truly are and reclaim what was taken from them.

Deb’s personal story involves recovery and healing from a traumatic past of sexual assaults and trafficking. She knows the courage it takes to face your past and the ever-looming temptation to return to what’s familiar, even if it’s harmful. Her story also involves alcohol and drug addiction. She is active in a twelve-step recovery program and has served others like her for over forty years.

Connect with Deborah:

Website: THROUGH THE JUNGLE, LLC

https://www.throughthejungle.org

You're in for an inspiring and educational journey on the beauty, art, healing, and cultural history of waist beads as told by Carlotta Woods, Owner of Hypkandy Body Adornments. This episode includes a very meaningful acknowledgement, which makes this one extra special!

About Carlotta Woods:

Carlotta Woods is the founder of HypKandy Body Adornments, a business inspired by her love for beading and waist beads. After four years of exploring beading as a form of relaxation, Carlotta was introduced to waist beads by a friend and quickly became captivated by their rich history and cultural significance. Creating waist beads for herself not only supported her weight loss journey but also sparked a deep sense of empowerment. Motivated to share the healing benefits she experienced, Carlotta founded HypKandy to offer others the opportunity to embrace the art of waist beads and their transformative power. Through HypKandy, she hopes to inspire and support others on their own journeys of self-love and healing.

Social Media Connections:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lottashantel

Lemon8: https://v.lemon8-app.com/al/OgMQekZfvp

Hear an inspiring conversation with author, counselor, and consultant, Arnita L. Fields. The doctoral candidate shares her creative journey to Christian Counseling and other professional pursuits, to include her upcoming book, Counselors Grieve, Too.

About Arnita L. Fields:

Arnita L. Fields is a Milwaukee, Wisconsin native who has published fourteen books and has coauthored eight anthologies. Her kingdom mission is to impart knowledge, provide instruction, and inspire Christians to achieve emotional and spiritual balance. Arnita is the founder of Unity Three Publications & Media, as well as Arnita L. Fields Consulting.

She holds an associate degree in psychology counseling from Liberty University, a bachelor's degree in psychology from Victory University, and a master's degree in human services counseling from Regent University. Currently, she is a doctoral candidate pursuing a Doctor of Religious Studies (D.R.S.) in Christian Counseling from Trinity Seminary & Bible College.

Arnita has been happily married to her husband and best friend, Anthony, for 27 years. If you want to learn more about her work or need a consultation, you can email Arnita at arnitalfields@gmail.com.

Social/Websites

○ Website: https://arnitalfields.blog

○ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arnitafields

○ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ArnitaLFields